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Take a private lesson in traditional Japanese cooking taught by a professional instructor. Learn the basics of the culinary concept of Ichi-ju-sansai, a meal consisting of soup, three side dishes, and rice prepared using seasonal ingredients. Make the day's recipe and take home a souvenir booklet of recipes.
You will learn how to make everyday Japanese sweets according to the season and events, it's one of the Japanese traditional sweets.
Enjoy seasonal Japanese confectionary and matcha green tea in a cozy atmosphere.
You will be welcomed by friendly staff with Japanese tea.
The class is briefly explained by our staff, and you will wear an apron.
Learn about history and culture of Japanese cuisine and basic ingredients of Japanese cuisine.
Demonstration by English Speaking Instructor and making seasonal everyday Japanese meals, called 'Ichiju-Sansai(One soup and three dishes)' together on the class.
Eat dishes with the other participants, and end class.
Example Menu
Main
Miso soup
Main
Rice
Main
Meat or Fish
Starter
2 Side dishes made from vegetables
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
What to expect
In this class, you will learn about Japan’s climate and food culture through everyday home cooking.
What You’ll Learn:
- Introduction to the basics of Japanese home-style cuisine
- Experience shaving katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes)
- Learn about dashi (Japanese soup stock) and key seasonings such as soy sauce, mirin, sake, and miso
- Cooking demonstration and hands-on practice
- Prepare a traditional Japanese meal known as Ichiju-Sansai — “one soup and three dishes,” consisting of steamed rice, one main dish, and two side dishes
Sample Seasonal Menu (subject to change depending on season):
Spring: Bamboo shoot rice
Summer: Pork and Goya Chanpuru (Okinawan stir-fry with bitter melon)
Autumn: Chestnut rice
Winter: Miso soup with pork and vegetables
Menu Overview:
One main dish (meat or fish)
Two side dishes
Soup
Steamed rice
Class Flow (5 Steps)
1 Greetings and self-introductions
2. Demonstration by the instructor
3. Hands-on cooking practice and experiences
4. Tasting and sharing
5. Q&A session and closing greetings
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- For safety reasons, cutting ingredients will not be available but demonstrated
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- For a 50% refund, you must cancel 2–6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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