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Explore Kyoto's rich culinary traditions through immersive classes that offer hands-on experiences in historic settings with expert chefs.
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Making Cha Soba with Matcha in Kyoto 4
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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$42.67
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Traditional Kyoto Udon Making from Scratch 6
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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$42.67
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Artisanal Washi Paper and Mochi Making in Kyoto  2
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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$86.80
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Kyoto Sushi Masterclass: Nigiri, Gunkan, & Maki  8
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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$65.10
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Private Sushi Masterclass: Nigiri, Gunkan, & Maki (Kyoto)  10
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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$94.03
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Handmade Udon & Tempura Cooking Class (Kyoto) 2
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Handmade Udon & Tempura Cooking Class (Kyoto)

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive headfirst into the world of crafting the perfect udon noodles. Master creating crispy, golden tempura delights and take your culinary skills to new heights with a delectable side dish!

from$96.44
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Make Japanese Sweets (Nerikiri) & Matcha with Nariko (Kyoto) 4
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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$79.57
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Vegan Sushi Making Class. 5
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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$75.95
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Washoku: Authentic Japanese Cooking Class (Fushimi, Kyoto) 9
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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$130.20
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Dessert-Making in Kyoto: Mochi Ice, Dango, Matcha, & More 1
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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$86.80
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Cooking in Kyoto: Original-Recipe Ramen & Gyoza with Nariko 7
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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$79.57
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Seasonal Home Cooking Class in Kyoto 7
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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$57.86
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Kyoto Decorative Sushi Cooking Class 7
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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$71.61
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Bento Making Class in Kyoto 4
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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$78.12
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Izakaya Food Cooking Class in Kyoto 6
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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$78.12
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Customizable Ramen Class with Noodles Made From Scratch  3
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Customizable Ramen-Making Class in Kyoto

Make a customized bowl of ramen in Kyoto with gluten-free, halal, pescetarian, vegetarian, and vegan options. Learn how to make the noodles from scratch and personalize the broth for a unique and delicious ramen experience.

from$143.22
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Authentic Japanese Sushi Cooking Class in Kyoto 4
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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$79.57
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Ramen Noodle Making Experience in Kyoto 1
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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$43.40
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Traditional Japanese Wagashi Making Class in Kyoto 1
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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$52.80
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Miso Masterclass, Tasting & Soup Making in Osaka 1
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Miso Masterclass, Tasting & Soup Making in Kyoto

Love miso and want to learn how it’s made? In this cooking class only a short train ride from Kyoto Station, you’ll learn all about miso, taste different kinds, and make soup packs customized to your taste!

from$47.74
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Central Kyoto Traditional Sweets Making & Tea Ceremony 1
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Central Kyoto Traditional Sweets Making & Tea Ceremony

Enjoy the teatime flavors of Kyoto in this sweet workshop only a 5-minute train ride from Kyoto Station. Make wagashi sweets, enjoy a Japanese tea ceremony and learn to whisk matcha the traditional way!

from$32.98
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Kyoto Private Takoyaki Cooking Class with a Local Foodie 1
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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$94.03
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Sushi Making Class Near Nishiki Market (Kyoto) 1
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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$86.80
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Private Teriyaki Chicken Meal Cooking Class in Kyoto 1
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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$94.03
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Private Cooking Class in Kyoto: Make a Tonkatsu Cutlet Meal 1
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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$94.03
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Kyoto Sushi Making Class in a Traditional Sushi Restaurant 1
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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$79.57
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Soy Sauce Workshop & Tasting in a Kyoto Sushi Restaurant 1
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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$79.57
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Miso Making Class & Tasting in a Kyoto Sushi Restaurant 2
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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$79.57
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Discover the Culinary Arts of Kyoto

Welcome to the enchanting world of Kyoto classes, where you can explore the rich tapestry of Japanese culinary arts. Kyoto, a city steeped in tradition and renowned for its refined culture, offers an array of food classes that cater to both amateurs and seasoned cooks alike. Whether you're interested in mastering the delicate balance of flavors in Japanese cuisine or learning to craft beautiful bento boxes, Kyoto's culinary classes provide an authentic and immersive experience.

Hands-On Learning with Expert Chefs

The kitchens of Kyoto come alive with the knowledge and expertise of local chefs who are passionate about sharing their culinary heritage. These classes cover a wide range of topics, from learning how to make traditional sushi to the art of creating intricate wagashi (Japanese sweets). With expert guidance, you'll have the opportunity to learn the secrets behind the perfect dashi broth, the finesse required for kaiseki (a traditional multi-course dinner), and the precision involved in preparing tempura.

Participants will gain firsthand experience in using fresh, local ingredients, a hallmark of Japanese cooking. Understanding the seasonality and provenance of these ingredients is essential in achieving authentic flavors. These classes not only teach cooking techniques but also instill an appreciation for the harmonious interplay between food and nature, which is central to Japanese culinary philosophy.

Immersive Cultural Experience

Attending a Kyoto cooking class is more than just about learning to cook; it's about immersing yourself in the cultural legacy of Japan. Many classes are set in traditional Japanese homes or historic tea houses, providing a backdrop that enhances the learning experience. As you knead, roll, and stir, you'll be surrounded by the serene ambiance that Kyoto is famous for, making the cooking process a truly meditative and enriching experience.

For those interested in the aesthetic side of Japanese cuisine, some classes focus on the art of food presentation—an important aspect of Japanese dining. You will learn to appreciate the beauty of simplicity, understanding how the arrangement of food on a plate can enhance the dining experience.

Whether you're cooking your first Japanese dish or refining your culinary skills, Kyoto classes offer a unique and rewarding way to connect with the cultural heart of Japan. Embrace the opportunity to learn from the masters and take a piece of Kyoto's culinary magic with you.