Kyoto Casual Cooking Classes(30)

Join Kyoto's casual cooking classes for an immersive experience, learning traditional Japanese dishes with fresh ingredients and expert guidance.
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Ramen Noodle Making Experience in Kyoto

If ramen noodles aren’t accessible in your home country, how about learning how to make it from scratch? At a ramen shop in Kyoto’s historic Gion district, you’ll mix, roll and cut your dough.

from¥5,000
(64)
Has a gift
Private Experience
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Authentic Japanese Sushi Cooking Class in Kyoto

In historic Kyoto, renowned for its picturesque temples and shrines, learn how to make two types of sushi (sushi rolls and round temari-zushi) and the soup stock dashi, which forms the foundation of many Japanese dishes.

from¥9,200
(21)
Learn etiquette
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Bento Making Class in Kyoto

Learn about the essential components of washoku (Japanese cuisine) during this bento making class in Kyoto. Make a balanced meal of six different dishes including tempura, teriyaki chicken, and miso soup, with your friendly cooking teacher.

from¥10,300
(13)
With green tea
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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¥10,300
(13)
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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¥9,000
(8)
Rain or shine
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Kyoto Decorative Sushi Cooking Class (Private)

Learn to make creative decorative sushi rolls called kazarimaki in this private sushi-making class at your instructor's home near Nijo Castle in Kyoto. Made with plant-based ingredients, these colorful sushi rolls are vegetarian and vegan-friendly.

from¥9,900
(5)
Near station
Private Experience
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Seasonal Home Cooking Class in Kyoto

Delve into Japanese home cooking at a family house located only 10 minutes from the Kyoto Botanical Gardens. Guided by a local cooking instructor, you’ll prepare an appetizing lunch using seasonal and organic ingredients.

from¥8,000
(11)
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Traditional Kyoto Udon Making from Scratch

Experience making Kyoto udon and savoring it in the same prefecture where the dish’s name originates. Fun, family-friendly hands-on cooking class.

from¥5,900
(1)
Regional food
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Traditional Japanese Wagashi Making Class in Kyoto

Japan’s cultural capital is the perfect place to learn to make “wagashi,” the traditional Japanese confections made of sweet bean paste and mochi. Join this workshop with an experienced wagashi teacher and make your own artistic and delicious sweets!

from¥6,300
(6)
With green tea
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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¥14,000
(11)
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Making Cha Soba with Sencha in Kyoto

Experience the process of making cha soba in the Kyoto countryside and savor the traditional Japanese dish. This area is known for its world-class sencha and noodles.

from¥5,900
(3)
With green tea
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Dessert-Making in Kyoto: Mochi Ice, Dango, Matcha, & More

Make traditional Japanese desserts at a wagashi-making class near Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto! Spend time in a traditional home, make then enjoy 3 wagashi sweets & matcha tea.

from¥12,000
(4)
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Washoku: Authentic Japanese Cooking Class (Fushimi, Kyoto)

Learn how to make traditional Japanese food at a washoku cooking class near Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto! Spend time in a traditional home, learn how to make a range of washoku dishes, enjoy your handmade meal, & explore a Japanese supermarket.

from¥18,000
(5)
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Artisanal Washi Paper and Mochi Making in Kyoto

Make washi (traditional Japanese paper) and learn about the process in Kyoto’s Kurotani village, which has an 800-year history of washi making. Enjoy lunch prepared by the villagers, and tour the facilities before making mochi!

from¥12,000
(5)
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Private Sushi Masterclass: Nigiri, Gunkan, & Maki (Kyoto)

Become a sushi samurai in Kyoto! Learn the art of crafting perfect nigiri, gunkan, and hosomaki sushi in an intimate, 2-hour class led by sushi masters with over 10 years of experience. This experience includes premium seafood and ingredients!

from¥13,000
(1)
Private Experience
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Kyoto Cooking Class: Vegan Sushi With a Professional Chef

Learn how to make vegan sushi with a professional English-speaking sushi chef in Kyoto! Make eight types of sushi using two types of rice (germinated & white), cultivate lifelong cooking skills, & then enjoy your handmade sushi lunch.

from¥10,500
(3)
With lunch
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Make Japanese Sweets (Nerikiri) & Matcha with Nariko (Kyoto)

Unleash your inner confectionary artist with a nerikiri-making class in Kyoto! Join Nariko to learn how to make 5 different nerikiri (Japanese wagashi sweets) then enjoy a matcha-making & tasting experience.

from¥10,000
(2)
Near station
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Customizable Ramen Class with Noodles Made From Scratch

Make your own customized bowl of ramen in Kyoto, with halal, vegan, and gluten-free options!

from¥19,800
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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¥12,000
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Private Vegan Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in Kyoto

Make ramen, gyoza and onigiri rice balls in this private Kyoto cooking class led by an experienced and friendly host, Midori. You’ll learn original recipes and cooking methods and enjoy a wholesome meal that is 100% free of animal products.

from¥13,000
(1)
Private Experience
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Private Cooking Class in Kyoto: Make a Tonkatsu Cutlet Meal

Learn to make a crispy tonkatsu cutlet meal with a Kyoto foodie and culinary researcher in this cooking class only 10 minutes by train from Kyoto Station. Gluten-free, vegan, halal-friendly and vegetarian options available!

from¥13,000
Private Experience
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Private Teriyaki Chicken Meal Cooking Class in Kyoto

Make a delicious chicken teriyaki meal in this private cooking class with a foodie and culinary researcher in central Kyoto. Gluten-free, vegan, halal-friendly and vegetarian options can be accommodated (with deep-fried tofu instead of chicken).

from¥13,000
Private Experience
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Kyoto Home Cooking Class at a Local Izakaya

Immerse yourself in Japanese izakaya culture by making three classic dishes at a local izakaya in Kyoto before sitting down to enjoy your meal with a complimentary drink as you kanpai (cheers) with your group!

from¥13,200
Has a gift
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Miso Making Class & Tasting in a Kyoto Sushi Restaurant

Umami-rich miso is used extensively in Japanese cuisine, from ramen to salad seasonings. In this miso-making class and tasting in Kyoto, discover its rich flavors and create your own batch to take home guided by an expert in fermented foods.

from¥6,600
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Kyoto Private Takoyaki Cooking Class with a Local Foodie

Only 10 min by train from Kyoto Station, Midori welcomes travelers of all ages for a private cooking class where you can make a traditional Japanese takoyaki meal suited to your dietary needs! Gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options available.

from¥11,000
Rain or shine
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Soy Sauce Workshop & Tasting in a Kyoto Sushi Restaurant

Explore the rich flavors of soy sauce, learn cooking tips, and taste five unique soy sauces paired with Japanese dishes in this workshop with food tastings at a long-established sushi restaurant near Nijo Castle in central Kyoto.

from¥6,600
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Kyoto-Style Sushi Making Class in a Traditional Restaurant

Step into a sushi restaurant near Nijo Castle and the Kyoto Gyoen National Garden for a class on traditional sushi. You’ll craft a chirashizushi bowl and make oshizushi (pressed sushi) under expert guidance and enjoy a delicious meal.

from¥8,800
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Learn How To Make Miso & Onigiri in a Cozy Japanese Kitchen

Learn to make miso, one of Japan’s classic fermented ingredients, and onigiri (Japanese rice balls) from a fermentation expert in a cozy Kyoto kitchen.

from¥12,500
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My friend and I LOVED this cooking class. It was our 2nd/3rd time to Kyoto so adding in cooking classes was a great, unique experience since we didn't have all the temples and bamboo forest on the agenda for this visit. Their English is FANTASTIC so really easy to understand and follow along. They prepare a lot of the measuring and things so you really focus on the cooking part of it and you can get to eat your creations throughout. You also walk away with all the recipes and you can even buy some of the Japanese specific cooking supplies there if you need (grating plate, sesame grinding bowl, etc.) Everything was delicious and I am excited to replicate these recipes at home and maybe turn them into my lunch bentos for work! Definitely add this to your trip itinerary! I would totally take it again if the menu changed over time.
Maria Sato
November 17, 2024
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Izakaya Food Cooking Class in Kyoto
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We got very lucky and were the only 2 people who signed up for the day so we basically got a private sushi-making lesson. Hide (the teacher) was very kind, patient, easy to understand English and led a very calm experience class. The quality of the fish was amazing and Hide (pronunciation: He-day) explained what each fish was when it wasn't something classic like tuna or salmon. We loved learning how to make nigiri and teka-maki rolls, and we definitely think we could do it ourselves at home. We even went to an omakase sushi after this lesson and noticed the techniques of the sushi chef and what we learned in this lesson. Also, you don't have to worry about coming away with pictures. Hide will take photos for you throughout the experience and airdrop them before you leave so your cooking experience is sanitary. I think it's a fun, unique and tasty experience for Kyoto! Highly recommend!
Maria Sato
November 17, 2024
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Kyoto Sushi Class: Nigiri, Gunkan & Maki
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Teruyuki was an exceptional guide and a very good ambassador to the Ayabe city. Not only did he take us to the washi paper workshop and mochi making activity, but he also showed us so much like the temple and de rose garden. A truly wonderful day!
Genevieve Raymond
November 17, 2024
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Artisanal Washi Paper and Mochi Making in Kyoto
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Time flew by! We had an amazing and super educational morning with Miho. Learned a ton, and really feel closer to the Japanese kitchen now. She also helped us decode the supermarket and gave tips for gifts and treats to bring back. We highly recommend taking this class!
Nimue Smit
November 12, 2024
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Washoku: Authentic Japanese Cooking Class (Fushimi, Kyoto)
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A warm and talented host who welcomed us into her home and guided six guests in creating a 6-7 course lunch. The atmosphere was cozy, and it was a great experience!
Lene Olsen
November 11, 2024
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Seasonal Home Cooking Class in Kyoto
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Discover Kyoto's Casual Cooking Classes

Kyoto, a city known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional Japanese cuisine, offers a unique culinary experience through casual cooking classes. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or a curious traveler, joining a cooking class in Kyoto provides an immersive way to understand the intricate techniques and flavors that make Japanese cuisine so special. These classes are not only educational but also a fantastic way to connect with local culture and meet fellow travelers.

Unleash Your Inner Chef in Kyoto

The casual cooking classes in Kyoto are designed for everyone, regardless of their cooking experience. Professional chefs and local cooking enthusiasts offer hands-on lessons where you can learn to prepare traditional dishes such as sushi, ramen, and tempura. Many classes emphasize utilizing fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, allowing you to appreciate the quality and simplicity of Japanese culinary arts. The instructors create a casual and friendly atmosphere, making these classes perfect for families, friends, or solo travelers looking to make new friends.

Experience the Authentic Taste of Kyoto

During these cooking classes, participants are often given the opportunity to explore local markets where they select ingredients for their dishes. This not only familiarizes you with Kyoto's local products but also gives you insights into the cultural significance of certain foods. From learning the correct way to portion rice for sushi to mastering the precise temperature needed for perfect tempura, these classes ensure you bring a piece of Kyoto back home with you. After creating your culinary masterpiece, enjoy a communal meal with your classmates, where stories and laughter are shared over a delicious homemade meal.

Whether you're looking to improve your cooking skills or simply wishing to experience Kyoto in a unique way, casual cooking classes offer an unforgettable adventure. Dive into the heart of Japanese culinary traditions and enjoy the flavors that have been cherished for generations right here in Kyoto.