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Offered languages
- Japanese
- English
Chieko is a certified cooking instructor who was born and raised on Shikoku Island and then lived in Kyoto, Osaka and Los Angeles, before moving to Tokyo. Growing up on an island ensured that Chieko always has access to fresh seafood, as well as fresh vegetables and rice. She learned to cook traditional Japanese dishes from her mother . She is so excited to meet travelers from all over the world and teach them how to make a homecooked Japanese meal.
• 2 hour small-group Japanese cooking class in Tokyo, a 10minute walk from Shinjuku station
• Learn to cook simple, easy recipes using fresh and local produce
• Cook together one main dish + two side dishes
• Share a home cooked Japanese meal and get a glimpse into a local's everyday life
• Experience Japanese hospitality and connect with local culture over food
• Chieko can accommodate a vegetarian diet.
Example Menu
Main
Please choose ONE menu from the below options:
Main
Option 1: Chirashi sushi (rolled sushi) + 2 side dishes
Main
Option 2:
Okonomiyaki (Japanese pancake) or Takoyaki (grilled Octopus) + 2 side dishes
Main
Option 3: Teriyaki chicken + 2 side dishes
Main
Option 4: Tonjiru (pork soup)＋2 side dishes
Main
Option 5: Soft and creamy Japanese omelet + 2 side dishes
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Chieko operates three kitchens in the Shinjuku area. The venue will be determined based on the number of participants booked for that time slot. Please make sure to check the exact venue details, which will be sent to you the day before the class begins.
What to expect
Meet your host at her welcoming cooking studio in Shibuya City, just a 10-minute walk from Shinjuku Station. During this authentic Tokyo home-style Japanese cooking class, you’ll choose one menu from five delicious options and learn how to prepare traditional dishes from scratch. Over the course of this 2-hour, hands-on cooking experience, you’ll make one Japanese main dish and two side dishes using fresh, local ingredients. Your host will share family recipes and practical cooking tips passed down from her mother, helping you easily recreate these flavors back home. After cooking, sit down together to enjoy the meal you’ve prepared and connect over an unforgettable cultural dining experience in Tokyo.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Your host can accommodate a vegetarian diet. Please choose your menu option and inform your host if you have any allergies in advance when making your Tokyo cooking class booking.
- Please note your cooking class lasts 2.5 hours: 11am - 1:30pm or 5pm - 7:30pm.
- Chieko hosts her classes at one of three kitchen venues in the Tokyo Shinjuku area. The class may be held at the Yotsuya or Shinjuku Gyoen classroom locations, both within walking distance of nearby stations. The exact venue address will be confirmed by email after your booking is confirmed.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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