Japanese Home Cooking Food Experiences(96)
Vegan & Halal Cooking in Osaka: Make a Ichiju Sansai Meal
Healthy, balanced, and delicious Japanese cuisine made halal, vegan and vegetarian-friendly — delve into the essence of traditional cooking with the ichiju sansai meal structure in this welcoming Osaka cooking class in Namba.
Gyudon Cooking Class in Tokyo: Make Japanese-Style Beef Bowl
Don’t just enjoy the flavor of gyudon (Japanese-style beef bowl) — learn to make it yourself following an authentic recipe during this home cooking class in a traditional Tokyo kitchen.
Temari Sushi Making Class in a Cozy Tokyo Kitchen
Take part in this sushi-making workshop in Tokyo’s Bunkyo Ward and learn how to create beautiful round sushi balls with intricate and colorful toppings guided by a friendly local host and cooking expert.
Hokkaido Cooking Masterclass with a Hunter Chef (Sapporo)
Let Chef Aoyama, a seasoned hunter from Hokkaido, guide you through some of the region’s iconic dishes in this Sapporo cooking class. Watch as he expertly prepares Yezo sika deer and rolled omelet, and make onigiri rice balls with local ingredients.
Temari Sushi & Tempura Cooking Class in Shibuya (Tokyo)
Make sushi creatively in this innovative cooking class in Shibuya’s Ebisu area. You’ll learn to make artful temari sushi pieces and fry seasonal vegetable and seafood tempura to a perfect crisp guided by experienced instructors.
Shibuya Cooking Class: Make Gyoza From Scratch
Make Japan’s most famous dumplings (gyoza) from scratch in this cooking class in Shibuya’s Ebisu district. Guided by experienced hosts with a decade of culinary experience, knead the dough, fill each dumpling and fry them until juicy and golden.
Vegan or Vegetarian Home Cooking Class w/ Miso in Nagoya
In this vegan & vegetarian cooking class, learn to prepare four staple miso-based dishes — including tofu “katsu” sandwich and onigiri filled with mushroom tempura — with an experienced and friendly host only 30 minutes by train from Nagoya Station.
Private Vegetarian & Gluten-Free Cooking Class in Tokyo
Learn how to cook traditional home-cooked Japanese dishes with vegetarian and gluten-free modifications in this home cooking class in Tokyo. Pick from a menu of dishes like onigiri and gyoza to build your balanced Japanese set meal.
Local Cooking Class & Tea Ceremony in Hida Takayama, Gifu
From regional Takayama ramen to beloved makizushi, this cooking class in the heart of Gifu’s quaint Hida Takayama will introduce you to local cuisine in a fun, hands-on cooking class that includes a simple tea ceremony.
Takoyaki Cooking & Tea Ceremony in Hida Takayama, Gifu
Known for its rural beauty and cultural heritage, Hida Takayama is the perfect place to make popular Japanese foods and enjoy a beginner-friendly tea ceremony. Cook onigiri, tamagoyaki, and takoyaki, then enjoy with fresh matcha.
Wagashi Sweets Making & Tea Ceremony in Hida Takayama, Gifu
From classic nerikiri to regional sweets like genkotsu ame and mitarashi dango, this wagashi and tea ceremony class in Gifu’s picturesque Hida Takayama is the perfect introduction to the delicious world of Japanese confectioneries.
Ginger Pork Japanese Home Cooking Class in Fukuoka
This cooking class will teach you all about “ichijiu-sansai,” the Japanese balanced approach to home cooking. A favorite dish among Japanese home cooks, make ginger pork alongside other dishes like vegetable tempura and miso soup.
Japanese Home Cooking Class for Beginners
Learn how to make a well-balanced Japanese meal during this cooking class in Tokyo. “Ichijiu-sansai” is the typical Japanese meal layout consisting of 1 soup and 3 dishes. In addition to miso soup, you’ll make main dishes like karaage and tamagoyaki!
Tsukiji Market and Cooking Battles for Team Building
Bring your team together during an unforgettable time at Tsukiji Market! Experience the hustle and bustle of the market and join in a fun cooking battle with your colleagues, giving you the chance to bond, collaborate, and create lasting memories.
Japanese Food Cooking Competition: Team Building Experience
Promote collaboration and competition among your team! During this cooking class, you’ll split into groups and duke it out in the kitchen, working together to create a meal of 2-3 traditional Japanese dishes for the judge’s consideration.
Japanese Cooking Class with Michelin Starred Washoku Chef
Join a Michelin-starred chef and learn how to cook washoku (Japanese cuisine) with the help of an interpreter. At the cooking studio, you’ll meet a famous celebrity chef and make three dishes and one soup following detailed demonstrations.
Exclusive Private Tsukiji Market Tour and Cooking Class
During this private tour of the Tsukiji Outer Market, soak in the atmosphere while picking up ingredients for the cooking class to follow. At the cooking studio, your instructor will teach you their essential cooking techniques for Japanese cuisine.
Seasonal Festive Japanese Cooking Class
Hear all the stories the host can share about Japan, and explore the festivities and culture of Japan through seasonal cooking classes!
Brewery Town Walk & Buddhist Temple Cooking in Kinomoto
Experience the road less traveled in Kinomoto Brewery Town! Engage with the local community, participate in a cooking workshop at Myorakuji Buddhist Temple, and walk the town's breweries and shops.
Mont Blanc Tartelette: Dessert Workshop in Tokyo
Chestnut lovers unite! Learn how to make a beloved Mont Blanc Tartelette at this one-day workshop in Tokyo. Make and decorate your tartelette, learn dessert photography skills, and take home sweet memories to last a lifetime.
Tokyo Dessert Workshop: Japanese Creampuffs
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a creampuff-making workshop in Tokyo! Make Japanese creampuffs, cultivate lifelong skills, discover Japanese culture and hospitality, and get a lesson in dessert photography from your professional instructor.
Vegan Maki Sushi Home Cooking Class in Setagaya, Tokyo
Make and enjoy a healthy lunch in Yuka's kitchen in Setagaya (Tokyo)! In this fun home cooking class, roll vegan and low-gluten maki sushi and prepare side dishes with seasonal vegetables.
Healthy Japanese Home Cooking Class in Tokyo (Setagaya)
Enjoy a healthy, sugar-free Japanese meal in this home cooking class in central Tokyo that can accommodate vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal-friendly options. Make rolled omelet, onigiri rice balls, soup, mochi, and more!
Private Tsukiji Market Visit & Sushi-Making in Ikebukuro
Learn all about sushi-making with a certified guide interpreter, from choosing fresh ingredients to enjoying a delicious sushi meal, in this private Tsukiji Outer Market visit followed by a sushi making class in Ikebukuro.
Ikebukuro Sushi Making Class (Vegan & Vegetarian Options)
Fall in love with sushi making in this fun and engaging home cooking class in Ikebukuro. Cut tuna, prepare sushi rice, grate wasabi and assemble three kinds of sushi to enjoy with a steamy bowl of miso soup. Vegan and vegetarian options available!
Vegan Cooking Class in Okinawa: Ramen & Gyoza From Scratch
Vegan travelers to Okinawa can easily learn to make ramen and gyoza, two of Japan’s most famous dishes, in this cooking class led by a professional chef in a cafe in Okinawa’s main island that boasts incredible ocean views.
Family-Friendly Tokyo Home Party: Home Cooking Class & Meal
Experience an authentic Japanese home party in a cozy home in the suburbs of Western Tokyo. Aki, your local host, will take you shopping and share her best home cooking recipes before sharing a delicious meal in a family-friendly home party.
Temari Sushi Making Class in Shinagawa (Tokyo)
Round, cute and colorful, temari sushi is both fun and easy to make. Learn this creative style of sushi-making with an experienced host in this home cooking class in Tokyo and enjoy your meal with miso soup, rolled omelet, a side dish and dessert.
Discover Authentic Japanese Home Cooking
If you're a food enthusiast seeking an authentic taste of Japan, then Japanese home cooking is a must-try experience. Unlike restaurant fare, Japanese home cooking—known as "uchi no gohan"—offers a more personalized and comforting culinary journey. It's all about simplicity, fresh ingredients, and a deep respect for the natural flavors that make these meals special. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just a curious beginner, delving into Japanese home cooking will enrich your understanding of this versatile and delicious cuisine.
What Makes Japanese Home Cooking Unique?
Japanese home cooking is not just about sushi and ramen; it’s a celebration of harmony and balance. The dishes are often straightforward, using only a few ingredients that people can easily find anywhere in the world. One of the key features of Japanese home cuisine is "washoku," which means traditional Japanese food. It's recognized by UNESCO and is characterized by a diet rich in fish, rice, vegetables, and fermented foods like miso and soy sauce. This style of cooking emphasizes seasonal ingredients and attentive preparation methods that allow natural flavors to shine. A typical home-cooked meal might include carefully prepared dishes such as miso soup, simmered vegetables, grilled fish, and a bowl of rice, complemented by pickles and soya bean sprouts as side dishes.
Learn Japanese Home Cooking with Local Experts
Partaking in Japanese home cooking food experiences gives you the invaluable opportunity to learn from local experts. These experiences often take place in a homely setting, offering you a genuine slice of Japanese life. Hosts might teach you the secret behind a perfectly fluffed rice bowl or how to make miso soup from scratch. They can guide you through creating dishes like nikujaga (a beef and potato stew) or tamagoyaki (a rolled omelette). By the end of these experiences, you'll not only leave with a full stomach but also armed with recipes and techniques that can bring Japan into your home kitchen. Moreover, sharing the stories and traditions behind each recipe makes the cooking session more than just about food—it becomes a cultural exchange.
Whether you're looking to improve your culinary skills or simply wish to enjoy a hearty meal that reflects the heart of Japanese culture, these Japanese home cooking food experiences cater to all levels of interest and expertise. So, why not embark on a culinary adventure to explore the art of Japanese home cooking today?