Experience Details
Ever wondered what goes into a traditional bento box? This tantalizing packed lunch features a colorful assortment of foods that typically includes meat, vegetables and rice presented in original and even surprising ways. Well-known worldwide for their convenience and cuteness, these boxes are a great way to get creative and enjoy a varied and balanced meal.
In this Osaka bento box-making class, you will craft your own bento box filled with regional ingredients. Led by an insightful English-speaking chef and host, you will learn how to achieve an authentic Japanese bento. But first, you’ll start with a visit to your chef’s favorite shops to meet local vendors and learn about products unique to Osaka and Japan. With language assistance from your chef, you can ask questions and enjoy shopping before getting hands-on experience preparing each element for your bento box.
During the bento-making class, the chef will teach how to make three classic bento staples: tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelet), karaage (fried chicken) and miso soup. You will learn about the Osaka style of cooking and the traditional techniques needed to execute these three delicious foods perfectly.
After cooking, your chef will demonstrate how to arrange the food elements into your bento box to create a beautiful harmony. Don’t forget to take photos with your creations before sitting down to enjoy the meal. Your hosts are passionate about sharing their knowledge of bento boxes and Japanese cuisine, so feel free to ask them any questions you might have! After the class, you will receive the recipes to take home with you to recreate your bento box anytime.
Inclusions
Local shopping tour
All ingredients and utensils to make a bento box meal including karaage (fried chicken), tamagoyaki omelet and miso soup
Cooking class
Exclusions
Soft drinks, beer or sake (available for purchase onsite)
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
The meeting point will be in front of the main gate of Osaka Tenmangu Shrine, a 5-min walk from Osaka Tenmangu Station on the JR Tozai Line or Minamimorimachi Station on the Osaka Metro Tanimachi and Sakaisuji Lines. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
Participants under the age of 16 must join with an adult.
If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please specify so at the time of booking.
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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