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Tempura Udon and Gyoza Cooking Experience in Tokyo Home 1
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TOKYO

Tempura Udon and Gyoza Cooking Experience in Tokyo Home

Tempura udon and gyoza are a match made in culinary heaven. Learn how to make these iconic Japanese dishes at a home cooking class in Tokyo. Once you’ve mastered these dishes, enjoy your meal and take home a recipe booklet at the end.

from$72.07
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Cooking in Kyoto: Original-Recipe Ramen & Gyoza with Nariko 7
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KYOTO

Cooking in Kyoto: Original Recipe Ramen & Gyoza with Nariko

Join Nariko (a professional cooking instructor) for a hands-on home cooking class in Kyoto! Make shoyu (soy sauce) ramen, gyoza, & a side dish from scratch, & then enjoy your handmade meal.

from$75.5
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Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in a Traditional Osaka Townhouse 1
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OSAKA

Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in a Traditional Osaka Townhouse

Step into a traditional townhouse in central Osaka for a friendly cooking class with local hosts! You’ll be learning to make two traditional Japanese dishes: a soy-sauce based ramen with pork toppings and crispy gyoza dumplings.

from$67.95
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Fun Sushi-Making Class in Tokyo (4 Types of Sushi) 2
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TOKYO

Fun Sushi-Making Class in Tokyo (4 Types of Sushi)

Proving that anyone can make sushi and have fun while at it, this Tokyo class will teach you how to make four different kinds of sushi, which you’ll then enjoy in a generous, 13-piece sushi meal complete with dessert and one drink.

from$82.37
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Sushi-Making Class in Dotonbori (Osaka) 7
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OSAKA

Sushi-Making Class in Dotonbori (Osaka)

Dress like a sushi chef and learn to make sushi (both nigiri and gunkan rolls) in this sushi-making class right by Osaka’s glittering Dotonbori River, only a few minutes from Namba Station. Halal, vegan and gluten-free options available!

from$75.5
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Onigiri Bento Making Class in a Fukuoka Home 8
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FUKUOKA

Onigiri Bento Making Class in a Fukuoka Home

Delicious and adorably presented bento are a treat for the eyes and the tastebuds. During this bento making class in Fukuoka, join your cooking instructor in their home kitchen, for an onigiri (rice ball) party!

from$68.64
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Sushi Making Class Near Nishiki Market (Kyoto) 1
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KYOTO

Sushi Making Class Near Nishiki Market (Kyoto)

In this sushi making class near Gion and Nishiki Market, less than 10 minutes by train from Kyoto Station, savor the quintessential flavors of Kyoto. Learn to make three kinds of sushi, taste local seasonings, and indulge in dessert.

from$82.37
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Soba-Making Experience Served with Fresh Tempura 1
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HOKKAIDO

Soba Noodle-Making with Tempura in a Sapporo Restaurant

Use local Hokkaido ingredients to make soba noodles from scratch, experiencing the entire process from kneading the dough to cutting the noodles. Then, enjoy your handmade meal alongside a plate of tempura in this soba-making class in Sapporo.

from$78.94
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Mayuko’s Japanese Home Cooking Class in Tokyo 3
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TOKYO

Mayuko’s Japanese Home Cooking Class in Tokyo

Join Mayuko for an award-winning Japanese cooking class in her home kitchen in central Tokyo! Learn about the fundamentals of Japanese cuisine, from ingredients to techniques, and get a local’s perspective on travel while whipping up a tasty meal.

from$106.39
With lunch
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Tokyo: 90min Sushi Making Class in Tsukiji Fish Market  4
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TOKYO

Sushi-Making Class in Tsukiji: Make Nigiri & Maki

Learn how to make sushi in Tokyo’s Tsukiji area, home to the city’s historical fish market. Under the guidance of a sushi master, you’ll make nigiri, roll maki and enjoy a delectable sushi meal with miso soup and tea.

from$74.13
Regional food
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Vegan Shojin Ryori Buddhist Meal Home Cooking Class in Tokyo 1
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TOKYO

Vegan Shojin Ryori Buddhist Meal Home Cooking Class in Tokyo

Immerse yourself in the fascinating culinary art of shojin ryori, Japanese buddhist cuisine, in this home cooking class in Tokyo. Prepare a vegan meal following the ichiju sansai structure, and learn about Japanese cooking and etiquette.

from$137.28
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Creative Hanazushi Making Class on Historic Nakasendo Trail 1
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GIFU

Creative Hanazushi Making Class on Historic Nakasendo Trail

Make artistic sushi rolls with nature-inspired designs in Mitake, Gifu. Mitake was one of the post towns along the famous Nakasendo trail that connected Kyoto and Edo (modern-day Tokyo). Learn about this historic town while crafting colorful sushi.

from$24.02
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Sushi-Making Class Near Kawaguchiko Station (Mt. Fuji) 8
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YAMANASHI

Sushi-Making Class Near Kawaguchiko Station (Mt. Fuji)

Love sushi and puzzles? This fun hands-on class in Kawaguchiko combines the traditional art of making sushi with an entertaining puzzle-solving element perfect for all ages. Cook in style with stunning views of Mt. Fuji to inspire you!

from$135.91
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Taiyaki Making Experience in Asakusa, Tokyo 3
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TOKYO

Taiyaki Making Experience in Asakusa, Tokyo

During a hands-on class in Tokyo’s historic Asakusa district, learn how to make a classic Japanese street food: taiyaki. This fish-shaped cake is usually made with sweet bean paste, but you can also select unique savory options like cheese and curry!

from$30.2
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Izakaya Food Cooking Class in Kyoto 6
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KYOTO

Izakaya Food Cooking Class in Kyoto

Love izakaya (Japanese pub) foods? This cooking class in Kyoto will teach you how to make a variety of dishes that pair perfectly with sake and beer! Enjoy the cozy, homey atmosphere and learn about the foundational ingredients of Japanese cuisine.

from$74.13
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Kyoto Sushi Masterclass: Nigiri, Gunkan, & Maki  8
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KYOTO

Kyoto Sushi Class: Nigiri, Gunkan & Maki

Become a sushi-making expert in Kyoto! Learn the art of crafting sushi in a 90-min class led by masters with over 10 years of experience. Once you’ve rolled, savor your mouthwatering creations alongside your hosts and classmates.

from$61.78
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Nerikiri and Mochi Wagashi Making Class in Bunkyo, Tokyo 4
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TOKYO

Nerikiri and Mochi Wagashi Making Class in Bunkyo, Tokyo

A family-like atmosphere makes this lesson more than a way to make sweets – it’s a way to build connections! Make fruit daifuku, colorful dango skewers, and nerikiri confectioneries in a certified wagashi teacher’s home overlooking the Kanda river!

from$82.37
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Private Nerikiri Sweets Making Class in Setagaya (Tokyo) 1
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TOKYO

Private Nerikiri Sweets Making Class in Setagaya (Tokyo)

Only two stops from Shibuya is Sangenjaya, a retro area bustling with shops and cafes in Tokyo’s Setagaya district. Learn to make nerikiri sweets with Sakura, a certified wagashi instructor, and enjoy your treats with matcha tea in her tatami room!

from$54.91
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Asakusa Sushi-Making Class Near Sensoji & Kaminarimon 7
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TOKYO

Asakusa Sushi-Making Class Near Sensoji & Kaminarimon

Make a whopping 16 pieces of sushi topped with fresh salmon, scallops, shrimp and more ingredients handpicked by seasoned sushi masters in this fun and engaging class in the heart of Asakusa. Vegan and vegetarian options are available upon request.

from$102.96
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Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class With a Chef in Ikebukuro 1
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TOKYO

Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class With a Chef in Ikebukuro

Prepare and enjoy two of Japan’s favorite dishes, gyoza dumplings and ramen noodles, in this family-friendly class only a few minutes’ walk from Ikebukuro Station! Learn the methods and recipes to make these classic dishes with a pro chef.

from$92.66
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The Hoto making experience near Lake Kawaguchi in Yamanashi 2
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YAMANASHI

Yamanashi Cooking Class: Make Hoto Noodles by Lake Kawaguchi

An iconic dish of Yamanashi, learn how to make hoto—a type of flat, wide noodles—from scratch during this cooking class. Swimming in an umami broth, hoto is a classic Japanese comfort food that you’ll want to make again and again.

from$22.65
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Hokkaido Cooking Class: Learn to Make Sushi Rolls in Sapporo 2
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HOKKAIDO

Hokkaido Cooking Class: Learn to Make Sushi Rolls in Sapporo

Sushi rolls are one of the most versatile types of sushi. Learn how to make this comfort food from Yuki, an experienced instructor, as she welcomes you into her Sapporo kitchen. After making your own sushi roll, have a bite with green tea.

from$52.17
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Private Cooking Class in Naha: Make 4 Okinawan Dishes 4
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OKINAWA

Private Cooking Class in Naha: Make 4 Okinawan Dishes

Immerse yourself in the cuisine and culture of Okinawa with this cooking class in Naha. Join Chef Rina to learn the art of making four classic Okinawan dishes: goya chanpuru, kubu irichi, jyushi and umukuji andagii.

from$75.5
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Sushi & Wagyu Cooking Class w/ Tea Ceremony in Osaka 1
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OSAKA

Sushi & Wagyu Cooking Class w/ Tea Ceremony in Osaka

This cultural experience in Osaka with a seasoned industry pro includes a relaxing tea ceremony, a cooking class where you’ll learn to make sushi and grill selected cuts of melt-in-your-mouth wagyu beef, and a custom calligraphy art souvenir.

from$109.82
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Right by Shibuya – Master Japan’s No.1 Ramen from a Pro! 1
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TOKYO

Tokyo Ramen Making Class With a Michelin Chef

In this ramen-making class, discover the secrets for a perfect bowl, from making the broth to kneading the noodles, with personal guidance from a Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded chef specializing in ramen in a restaurant in Setagaya, Tokyo.

from$135.91
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Okonomiyaki Cooking Class & Nature Walk (Tokyo) 2
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TOKYO

Okonomiyaki Cooking Class & Nature Walk (Tokyo)

Join a nature walk through serene local gardens in Tokyo, then embark on an okonomiyaki cooking adventure guided by a certified Japanese cooking instructor! Lunch includes your handmade okonomiyaki along with side dishes, dessert, & drinks.

from$102.96
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Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka 4
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OSAKA

Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka

Learn how to make soy-sauce based ramen during this cooking class in Osaka! Yoko, a certified food coordinator and licensed guide will teach you her recipe for this iconic dish, as well as how to make gyoza (pan-fried dumplings).

from$135.91
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Tokyo Vegan & Gluten-Free Cooking Class: Make Udon Noodles 7
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TOKYO

Tokyo Vegan & Gluten-Free Cooking Class: Make Udon Noodles

Join Chef Chiaki in Nippori, central Tokyo, for a fun, hands-on cooking class for all skill levels! Make vegan gluten-free udon noodles from scratch, gain insight into Japanese food culture, and enjoy your noodle dish with crispy vegetable tempura.

from$41.18
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We had a wonderful time cooking Wagyu Beef and other dishes under the guidance of our culinary instructor Chef Shohei-san in his creative studio. If you want to learn how to cook restaurant quality food at home, this is the best way to go. It was also a great tourist adventure for foreigners in Osaka. We got all our many questions answered about cooking and the culinary culture of Japan in general. And we ended our lesson with a hearty multi-course meal, so come hungry for knowledge and food experience. A wonderful experience, highly recommended for tourists.
Elena Shcherbina
April 02, 2025
Quick & Easy Wagyu Sushi Making Class in Osaka 1
Quick & Easy Wagyu Sushi Making Class in Osaka
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Such a Great experience and Great people! Highly recommend.
Leslie Gills
April 01, 2025
Ramen Noodle Making Experience in Kyoto 1
Ramen Noodle Making Experience in Kyoto
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This is a must do workshop for any home cook who wants to be able to produce Kyoto Sushi for their family and friends. It is easier to make than the Tokyo sushi which is more widely known. I attended this Kyoto Sushi Making workshop lead by Mitsuru, the third generation chef running the restaurant. He explained a little of the history of sushi and in particular the differences between Kyoto and Tokyo in terms of sushi style. He also showed the technique for sharpening the sushi knife as it cannot be sharpened by a knife sharpener like western knives. An important difference is also the vinegar used and he explained about the two types and how they are made. Then he took me step by step through making Kyoto Sushi getting me to follow his example and do it for myself. Some elements like the rice and the diced shitake mushrooms he had already prepared. He guided me to an end result that looked surprisingly okay for a first attempt. The proof was in the eating and it tasted very good. It was a very enjoyable and worthwhile two hours. Mitsuru is clear in his explanations and uses visuals to help understanding. He also gives many pointers from his experience of running a very successful sushi restaurant.
Gerard Buckley
March 31, 2025
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Kyoto-Style Sushi Making Class in a Traditional Restaurant
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A great class cooking - ramen and gyoza. It was like being with friends, talking, chopping, preparing, cooking, and most importantly, eating the afternoon away. We prepared 2 ramen - one traditional with the lightest broth and the second with chicken and soy milk, a delicious surprise. Can’t wait to make it at home for my friends. And our gyoza weren’t too bad either. We highly recommend any one of the classes offered, you won’t be disappointed.
Sanjin Fabris
March 29, 2025
Osaka Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class (Vegan & Halal Options) 1
Osaka Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class (Vegan & Halal Options)
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We loved this cooking experience with Kaori! Kaori is lovely and welcomed us into her home to teach us how to make Ramen and Gyoza. Kaori was happy to answer all of our questions and give us tips on how to cook traditional Japanese food. This was a highlight of our trip to Japan and would highly recommend!
Isabel Gelb
March 29, 2025
Vegan Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class 1
Vegan Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class
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Best Cooking Classes and Workshops in Japan

Have a passion for cooking? With a variety of cooking classes in Japan, you can learn how to cook Japanese food and impress your friends and family back home. Japanese cuisine, known as “washoku” in Japanese, is one of the healthiest in the world—which explains why Japan is known for having the highest rate of centenarians in the world. Find out the secrets to longevity during a cooking class in Japan while you learn to cook Japanese food with a local cooking instructor. Indulge yourself and learn how to make homemade Japanese ramen and sweets. You’re on vacation in Japan, so treat yourself!

You can find cooking classes in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and areas all across Japan. With gluten-free, halal, kosher, vegetarian, and vegan cooking classes in Japan, there are options for everyone. From family-friendly cooking lessons to intensive culinary workshops, all skill levels can find a Japanese cooking class on byFood. Learn how to make soba or udon noodles from scratch, try your hand at sushi cooking classes, or join a wagashi cooking class to make traditional Japanese sweets. Experience Japan in a new way, by making fun memories during a cooking workshop while learning skills that you can take home with you.