Traditional Japanese Home Cooking (Ichiju Sansai) in Osaka
Discover the art of crafting a delicious, healthy and balanced ichiju sansai Japanese meal with the skilled guidance of an experienced instructor with years of holistic cooking experience.
Highlights
In this beginner-friendly class, make an authentic ichiju sansai meal in a cozy Osaka kitchen
Learn to prepare a traditional Japanese meal consisting of a main dish, two side dishes and miso soup
Savor your meal while chatting with your friendly and experienced local instructor
Take home a special booklet with original recipes to easily recreate the dishes.
This class can accommodate gluten-free and halal options
10 meals
Experience Details
Washoku, or traditional Japanese cuisine, is known for its reliance on readily available ingredients to create meals that are both nutritious and beautifully presented. Central to washoku’s wellness benefits is the structure known as “ichiju sansai,” which translates to “one soup, three dishes.” This meal typically includes a bowl of miso soup and three dishes: a protein like grilled fish, meat or sashimi, paired with two vegetable-based sides. The tradition of Ichiju Sansai dates back to the Muromachi period, originating as a banquet-style meal for the upper class and samurai before becoming the cornerstone of washoku.
Now, you can immerse yourself in this centuries-old culinary tradition through a cooking class led by a seasoned instructor with over 10 years of experience in holistic cooking.
The class is held in the vibrant Namba area, where you’ll meet your host and head to their home kitchen. You’ll kick off with a lively discussion with them on Japanese culture and lifestyle, setting the stage for your hands-on cooking experience. You’ll craft a traditional meal, including a bowl of rice (gohan), a main dish, two side dishes and a comforting bowl of miso soup. These original recipes are designed to be easily replicated at home.
After cooking, you'll unwind in the studio while exchanging stories with your charming host. Conveniently located near Namba’s lively shopping district and just minutes from the train station, this cooking class is a perfect and accessible addition to your Osaka itinerary.
Experience Flow:
- Meet your host at Cora Coffee near Namba Station and walk together to their home kitchen
- Begin the class with an insightful lecture on Japanese culture and lifestyle
- Learn to prepare a basic Ichiju Sansai meal, including miso soup, a main dish and two side dishes
- Enjoy the meal together with your host and fellow classmates, sharing stories and experiences
Inclusions
Ingredients and tools for the cooking class.
Recipe booklet to take home.
Complimentary green tea and drinks during the class.
Exclusions
Transportation to and from the venue.
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
The meeting point will be at Cora Coffee. It is approximately a 5- to 10-minute walk from Namba Station on all railways and subway lines. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
Upon booking, please let your host know if you have any dietary restrictions.
Depending on seasonal availability, the menu contents might change.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 1 day before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Osaka Prefecture is the birthplace of Kansai-style okonomiyaki and many classic Japanese street foods. Centered around Osaka (the prefectural capital), the clash of trade, traditions, and modern technologies contributes to the dynamic energy of this prefecture overlooking Osaka Bay.
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10 meals
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