Tokyo Onigiri Classes(16)
Onigiri Making & Amazake Tasting Workshop Near Tokyo Tower
In this private cooking and tasting experience in central Tokyo, you’ll learn how to make onigiri (rice balls) and take part in an amazake (fermented rice drink) tasting alongside a team of dedicated professionals.
Cute Character Bento Cooking Class in Shinjuku
Bring pop culture to the kitchen and make your own character bento, known as kyaraben, with a warm and welcoming instructor in Shinjuku. Turn everyday ingredients like rice, vegetables, ham, and eggs into a packed meal that’s almost too cute to eat.
UNESCO Recognized Washoku Cooking Class
Learn how to make the UNESCO-recognized “washoku” (traditional Japanese cuisine) during a cooking class in central Tokyo! Learn the fundamentals of Japanese cooking while making 4 different dishes with an English-speaking culinary instructor.
Teishoku Cooking Class in Shinjuku (Five Meal Options)
Cook your own teishoku meal set at Chieko’s kitchen in central Tokyo. Choose your favorite menu and venture into Japanese home cooking: sushi, tamagoyaki, onigiri, and more!
Yakitori & Tsukune Cooking Class with Tokyo English Teacher
Learn how to make two chicken staples — yakitori skewers and tsukune meatballs — at this cooking class in Tokyo’s Jimbocho Book Town neighborhood, guided by an instructor with 20 years of experience teaching English in high school.
Japanese Home Cooking Class in Tokyo (Onigiri & Tamagoyaki)
Try your hand at Japanese home cooking staples in this cozy cooking class in Shibuya’s Ebisu area. You’ll cook, steam, fill and shape rice into onigiri rice balls, and learn the authentic way to roll a Japanese-style omelet (tamagoyaki).
Bento Making Class in Tokyo: Prepare a Japanese Lunchbox
Master Japanese home cooking in this bento-making class in Tokyo where you can learn authentic karaage or soboro bento recipes from a local home cook. Take home your very own bento box, complete with chopsticks and a chopstick rest.
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.
Onigiri Bento-Making Class in Yanaka (Tokyo)
In this onigiri-making class in Tokyo’s Yanaka area, craft an adorable selection of unique onigiri before arranging a delicious bento box with your onigiri alongside an array of local staples like fried chicken and Japanese-style omelets.
Japanese Cooking: Fried Onigiri, Pork Soup, and Karaage
Learn how to make a trio of classic dishes at the oldest cooking school in Japan! You’ll make yaki onigiri, tonjiru soup, and karaage chicken while learning about Japanese culinary traditions from a professional instructor.
Temaki Sushi & Onigiri-Making Class at Tokyo’s Koboji Temple
Near Tokyo Tower, step into an authentic tatami room at Mita’s Koboji Temple for a traditional Japanese hand-rolled sushi and onigiri-making class with two choices of temaki and onigiri that promises to be the highlight of your trip to Tokyo.
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!
Tokyo Lunch: Make a Traditional Japanese Bento in Shinagawa
Uncover the secrets to a picture-perfect bento lunch that tastes as good as it looks in this home cooking class with a friendly cooking instructor in Shinagawa. You’ll make Japanese-style fried chicken, onigiri rice balls, rolled omelet and more.
Japanese Home Cooking & Dashi Broth Masterclass in Tokyo
Learn everything there is to know about katsuobushi (bonito) shaving and dashi-making in this hands-on Tokyo cooking class. Master traditional Japanese cooking techniques passed on from generations to bring authentic flavors to your kitchen.
Crispy Fried Chicken Bento Cooking Class in Tokyo
Learn to make a colorful and mouth watering packed lunch, Japanese-style! In this class, you'll craft a delicious bento with crispy fried chicken, guided by a friendly local host at her renovated home kitchen.
Homestyle Cooking Class at a 600-Year-Old Shrine in Tokyo
Step inside a 600-year-old shrine in Tokyo and soak in the atmosphere as you learn how to make a variety of homestyle Japanese dishes. Form beautiful onigiri and learn the technique of rolling a Japanese style omelet as you make a delicious meal.
Recent Reviews from GuestsDiscover the Art of Onigiri in Tokyo
Tokyo, a city of diverse gastronomic delights, offers an experience like no other with its unique range of food classes. Among these, Onigiri classes stand out as a must-try culinary adventure for both tourists and locals eager to expand their cooking skills. Onigiri, the beloved Japanese rice ball, is a staple in Japanese cuisine. These classes provide an immersive experience into the world of Onigiri, where participants can learn to craft these delightful rice balls in various flavors and styles.
In these enriching Onigiri classes, participants will delve into the history and cultural significance of this traditional Japanese food. Guided by expert instructors, you will learn to select the right kind of rice, wash and cook it to perfection, and shape and season it with a variety of ingredients ranging from salty umeboshi to savory grilled salmon. Each class adapts traditional techniques with modern twists, ensuring both authenticity and creativity in your culinary creations.
Join Interactive Onigiri-Making Sessions
These interactive classes provide a hands-on experience that is both educational and enjoyable. Upon arrival, you will be greeted with a welcoming introduction about the ingredients and utensils that are essential in crafting the perfect Onigiri. You’ll practice molding the rice into traditional triangles or modern rounds and learn to wrap them with nori seaweed for added texture and flavor.
What makes these classes even more captivating is the personal touch of the instructors. With small group settings, each participant receives personalized attention and feedback, ensuring that everyone leaves with newfound skills and confidence in Onigiri crafting. The instructors often share personal anecdotes and tips honed from years of experience, making the session rich with insights and culinary secrets.
Explore Unique Flavor Combinations
One of the highlights of attending an Onigiri class in Tokyo is the opportunity to experiment with new and unique flavor combinations. While traditional fillings such as pickled plum or grilled salmon are always a hit, many classes encourage participants to explore international tastes with fusion fillings like avocado and tuna or curried chicken. This aspect of the class not only widens your flavor palette but also lets you bring a piece of Tokyo’s eclectic style into your own kitchen.
Whether you're a seasoned home chef or a complete novice, these Onigiri classes offer something for everyone. The goal is to cultivate a love for this versatile dish and equip participants with the skills to recreate it in their own homes. With the rise of food tourism, these experiences provide a wonderful opportunity to connect with Japan’s rich culinary heritage in a way that’s both informative and fun.