Tokyo Vegetarian Casual Cooking Classes(97)
Online Cooking Class: Cute Character Bento Making Class
Think outside the (bento) box during this fun online cooking class! Using easy-to-find ingredients, you’ll make an adorable themed bento featuring cartoon characters. These packed lunch boxes are as cute as they are delicious.
Private Nerikiri Sweets Making Class in Setagaya (Tokyo)
Only two stops from Shibuya is Sangenjaya, a retro area bustling with shops and cafes in Tokyo’s Setagaya district. Learn to make nerikiri sweets with Sakura, a certified wagashi instructor, and enjoy your treats with matcha tea in her tatami room!
Wagashi: Make Nerikiri & Mochi and Enjoy Matcha in Tokyo
Make wagashi sweets with a certified instructor at her home in Tokyo. Learn the cultural significance of mochi, make fruit daifuku and hanami dango, decorate a delicate nerikiri confectionery, whisk matcha, and enjoy your sweets with tea.
Customizable Vegetarian Washoku Home Cooking Class (Tokyo)
Learn the secrets of washoku home cooking in this customizable class in Setagaya, Tokyo! Stroll through lush gardens with your host, and prepare a healthy and delicious meal designed taking into consideration your dietary needs and preferences.
Vegan Shojin Ryori Buddhist Cuisine Cooking Class in Tokyo
Have you heard of shojin ryori, vegan Buddhist Japanese food? Take this casual cooking class hosted by Yuka in Setagaya, Tokyo, where you’ll transform seasonal, vegan & gluten-free ingredients into a fresh and delicious meal.
Tokyo Vegan & Gluten-Free Cooking Class: Make Udon Noodles
Join Chef Chiaki in Nippori, central Tokyo, for a fun, hands-on cooking class for all skill levels! Make vegan gluten-free udon noodles from scratch, gain insight into Japanese food culture, and enjoy your noodle dish with crispy vegetable tempura.
Sustainable Vegetable Temari Sushi Cooking Class in Asakusa
Try your hand at making vegan sushi in Tokyo! Using all-local ingredients, you’ll be supporting nearby farmers and environmental sustainability initiatives as you tuck into these fresh, colorful dishes while overlooking Tokyo Skytree.
Handmade Buckwheat Soba Noodle & Kakiage Tempura Class
Take part in a traditional Japanese food-making class with an expert chef, where you'll cut buckwheat noodles and fry vegetable tempura to make a delicious soup, and prepare your own tasty fried dish in an Asakusa classroom.
Make Tempura With a World Famous Chef in Tokyo
Make tempura with a world renowned chef in Tokyo! Join Chef Koichiro Shimura at his high-end tempura restaurant to learn valuable culinary skills, hear industry stories, make fresh tempura, then a tempura omakase lunch course.
Private Asakusa Sushi-Making Class w/ Pro Chef (90 mins)
Step into the world of sushi with a cooking class in a 100-year-old sushi restaurant in Asakusa. In this premium class, a professional chef will teach you everything from molding rice to cutting seafood to making 4 types of sushi.
Maki Sushi Class at Japan’s Oldest Cooking School
Create maki (rolled) sushi from scratch at Japan’s oldest cooking school in central Tokyo! Learn how to make maki sushi alongside professional chefs, form friendships, and make memories at a historic culinary academy dating back to 1882.
Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo
Thick, chewy, and satisfying, udon noodles are endlessly slurpable. During this cooking class in Tokyo, you’ll learn to make these noodles from scratch alongside tempura, everyone’s favorite Japanese side dish, with your friendly host.
Private Japanese Miso Making Workshop Near Tokyo Tower
Learn to make miso near Tokyo Tower! Discover Japan's star ingredient for umami in this comprehensive workshop, where you'll taste several kinds of miso, explore Japan's fermentation culture, enjoy miso soup, and make miso paste to ferment at home.
Make Mochi and Taste Homemade Mochi Ice Cream in Tokyo
Discover the art of Japanese confectionery in this mochi-making class in Tokyo. Make mochi with a certified instructor and savor your creations with a cup of tea. Try mochi ice cream, warabimochi, and isobeyaki made by the host.
Okonomiyaki Cooking Class & Nature Walk (Tokyo)
Join a nature walk through serene local gardens in Tokyo, then embark on an okonomiyaki cooking adventure guided by a certified Japanese cooking instructor! Lunch includes your handmade okonomiyaki along with side dishes, dessert, & drinks.
Tokyo Private Gyoza Cooking Class & Local Market Tour
Spend a day like a Tokyoite! Tour a local market, cook and spend time with a host in this private home cooking class where you’ll make and enjoy crispy pan-fried gyoza dumplings, rolled omelet (tamagoyaki) and fruit-filled daifuku mochi.
Tokyo Vegan & Gluten-Free Cooking: Onigiri, Pickles & More
Join a pro Japanese chef and restaurateur in Nishi-Nippori, central Tokyo, for this vegan and gluten-free cooking class. Make six kinds of Japanese onigiri rice balls and complete your meal with soup, a side and a pickled dish.
Japanese Mochi Pounding & Tasting Experience in Shinjuku
Take part in an ancient Japanese New Year Tradition right by Shinjuku Station! Turn glutinous rice into warm, chewy mochi through traditional “mochi-tsuki” or mochi pounding – a fun activity for the entire family to enjoy.
Wagashi: Make Nerikiri & Enjoy Matcha in Tokyo
Make colorful Japanese wagashi at a hands-on confectionary class in Tokyo (Kitaminemachi). Join Satoko, an instructor from the Wagashi Promotion Association of Japan, to make seasonal nerikiri to enjoy with freshly made matcha tea.
Asakusa Sushi-Making Class Near Sensoji & Kaminarimon
Make a whopping 16 pieces of sushi topped with fresh salmon, scallops, shrimp and more ingredients handpicked by seasoned sushi masters in this fun and engaging class in the heart of Asakusa. Vegan and vegetarian options are available upon request.
Tempura Making Class in Shinagawa (Tokyo)
Fry an assortment of tempura to crisp perfection in this home cooking class in Shinagawa. You’ll complete your meal with Japanse-style rolled omelet, miso soup, and a side dish, and indulge in a Japanese seasonal dessert with tea.
Fun Nerikiri Wagashi Japanese Sweets Making Class in Tokyo
Have 30 minutes to spare? If so, why not learn to make traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi)? In this fun short class with a friendly instructor near Aoto Station, you’ll use healthy, plant-based ingredients to make 2 types of nerikiri sweets.
Traditional Bento Making Class and Kichijoji Area Tour
Make the iconic red-and-black shokado bento, guided by a certified instructor with 10 years of overseas teaching experience! Afterwards, uncover the best places to eat, drink and shop in Tokyo’s trendy Kichijoji neighborhood.
1-Hour Sushi-Making Class w/ a Chef in an Asakusa Restaurant
A pro chef will guide you through the art of sushi-making in this class in a traditional sushi restaurant one minute from Asakusa Station. Make nigiri, taste real wasabi, enjoy a delicious lunch and take home memorable souvenirs.
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.
Tofu Home Cooking Class in Tokyo: Make Three Tofu Dishes
Discover the versatility of tofu in this home cooking class where you’ll make tofu hamburger steak, agedashi-tofu (deep fried tofu) and shiraae (salad with tofu dressing) with a seasoned host at her home in Tokyo’s Setagaya area.
Vegan Curry & Miso Cooking Class in Asakusabashi (Tokyo)
Learn classic Japanese recipes made vegan in this hands-on cooking class in Tokyo’s Asakusabashi district. Join your host, Amita, who will teach you the skills to make vegan Japanese curry and miso soup, and enjoy dessert and unlimited drinks.
Vegan Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in Asakusabashi (Tokyo)
Join experienced home chef Amita in a trendy area of Tokyo to master classic Japanese recipes with a vegan twist. In this class, cook up a hearty bowl of vegan ramen and a helping of gyoza and enjoy unlimited drinks and a delicious dessert.
Discover Tokyo's Vegetarian Casual Cooking Classes
Tokyo offers a delightful blend of traditional and modern culinary experiences, and for those interested in immersing themselves in the plant-based wonders of Japanese cuisine, vegetarian casual cooking classes in Tokyo are a must-try. These classes offer you the unique opportunity to learn from local chefs who specialize in vegetarian dishes, providing insights into the techniques and ingredients that form the backbone of Japanese vegetarian fare. Whether you're a dedicated vegetarian or simply someone curious about expanding your culinary repertoire, these classes provide the perfect introduction to savory vegetarian dishes that highlight the freshness and umami of Japanese ingredients.
Learn Authentic Japanese Vegetarian Recipes
In these vegetarian casual cooking classes, participants delve into the art of preparing traditional Japanese dishes using plant-based ingredients. You will learn to create staples such as sushi sans fish, an array of satisfying noodle dishes, and hearty soups and stews made using locally sourced vegetables and tofu. The instructors are not just passionate chefs but also storytellers of the rich history behind each dish, eager to share their knowledge on how Japanese vegetarian cuisine has evolved over the years to incorporate a variety of modern flavors while staying true to traditional roots.
The classes cater to all skill levels, whether you're a beginner or an experienced home cook. The step-by-step guidance ensures that everyone can participate and create dishes that are both visually appealing and delicious. Moreover, cooking classes often include tips on how to source ingredients, adapt the recipes for different tastes, and present your creations in authentic Japanese style.
Embrace the Essence of Japanese Cuisine with Fresh Ingredients
Tokyo’s vegetarian cooking classes emphasize the use of fresh, seasonal produce and high-quality ingredients. Participants will often visit local markets as part of the experience to hand-select the freshest ingredients, which are key to creating the clean and vibrant flavors typical of Japanese cooking. This hands-on approach provides invaluable tips on selecting the best produce and understanding the role each ingredient plays in a dish's flavor profile.
Additionally, learning to use essential tools and techniques, such as mastering the art of using a traditional Japanese knife or creating the perfect dashi (a fundamental broth in many Japanese dishes), enhances your overall cooking skills. The skills and recipes acquired in these classes are easily transferable to your own kitchen, allowing you to recreate the authentic taste of Japan wherever you are.
Embark on a culinary adventure that not only enriches your cooking abilities but also deepens your appreciation for Japan’s glorious tradition of vegetarian cuisine. Sign up for a class today and take home not only new culinary skills but also a piece of Japan's culture and lifestyle.