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Japanese Soba Noodles Making Class in Nippori (Tokyo)
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Experience Location
Duration
2 hours
Number of Guests
2 - 6 guests
Accessibility
Family-friendly
Language
English
Other
Vegetarian
Treat yourself to a taste of traditional Japan in Nippori, central Tokyo. Learn how to make delicious handmade soba noodles from a master while discovering the intricacies of Japanese food culture.
Highlights
Learn how to make authentic Japanese soba noodles from scratch under the guidance of a professional in Nippori, an easy-to-access location in central Tokyo
Enjoy cooking in a soba master’s workspace and professional cooking tools
Slurp up your own handmade soba noodles and learn more about Japan’s traditional food culture
An English-speaking guide will be there to ensure smooth communication
Vegetarian option available
Experience Details
Healthy and uncomplicated, Japanese buckwheat noodles (soba) are one of the country's ultimate comfort foods. In old times, traveling soba vendors used to carry portable stalls and satisfy the late-night cravings of the people of Edo (now Tokyo) after restaurants closed down. Usually enjoyed with other Edo dishes and generous amounts of sake, soba maintained its popularity and is now a staple in New Year celebrations and other important events in Japan.
Making soba can be considered an art form — a conjunction of the right temperature, ingredients, environment, and a pair of knowing hands. In this experience, you will make your own soba noodle dish from scratch, guided precisely by a Japanese soba noodle master. You'll mix in the wheat and soba (buckwheat) flour, cut the noodles thinly and precisely, and learn the secrets to delicious soba from your host. Under their tutelage, you'll discover the unique flavors of traditional Japanese cuisine and have the chance to learn more about Japanese food culture itself.
Unlike other noodle dishes, soba's grainy flavors come out best when dipped in a light-bodied sauce like dashi or soy sauce or topped with thinly chopped seaweed, which complements its chewy texture. Once you finish cooking, enjoy your delicious noodles with your host.
Experience flow:
- Arrive at the venue, greet your instructors and guide, and change into your apron
- Learn to make Japanese soba noodles following the instructions of a soba master
- Eat and enjoy your own handmade noodles
Inclusions
All ingredients and utensils used to make Japanese soba noodles
Rental apron
Exclusions
Additional food and drinks (available for purchase)
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host in front of McDonald's near Nippori Station.
Address: 2-18-7 Nishinippori, Arakawa City, Tokyo, Japan
A Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
This experience requires a minimum number of participants. If the minimum number is not reached, you will be notified.
If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please specify so at the time of booking.
Those allergic to buckwheat, wheat, or soybeans cannot participate in this experience.
Vegetarians are welcome. Please request a vegetarian option upon booking.
Even though an apron is provided, please wear clothes that you do not mind getting dirty.
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.
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Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
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Earliest available date: September 12, 2024
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