Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo

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Tokyo, Japan

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Learn how to make authentic Japanese food with this washoku cooking class in Tokyo. Experience the art of traditional cuisine, known for its fresh, seasonal ingredients and elegant presentation.

Japan’s four seasons bring a wide variety of ingredients that shape everyday washoku cooking. In this hands-on class, you’ll prepare an Ichiju Sansai meal—soup, rice, one main dish, and two side dishes—while learning about Japanese culture, culinary customs, ingredients, etiquette, and the spirit of omotenashi.

You’ll cook a complete seasonal Japanese meal featuring soup, steamed rice, a main dish, and two side dishes.

Seasonal Menu Examples
(Menu varies by season and ingredient availability.)
Spring: Takenoko Gohan & seasonal vegetables
Summer: Goya Chanpuru & seasonal vegetables
Autumn: Kuri Gohan & seasonal vegetables
Winter: Tonjiru & seasonal vegetables

Example Menu

Main

Miso soup

Main

Rice

Main

Meat or Fish

Starter

2 Side dishes made from vegetables

What's Included

English recipe
One non-alcoholic drink
Ingredients
Local instructor
Transportation to/from location
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

In this hands-on washoku cooking class, you will learn how to prepare a traditional Japanese Ichiju Sansai meal—soup, rice, one main dish, and two side dishes—using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
You’ll begin with an introduction to the menu and learn how Japan’s four seasons shape everyday home cooking. Your instructor will explain the basics of washoku, including balance, flavors, and presentation.

You will try shaving katsuobushi (dried bonito) and learn how to make dashi, the essential broth of Japanese cuisine, along with key seasonings such as soy sauce, miso, mirin, and sake. After a short demonstration, you’ll practice the techniques yourself and cook each dish with guidance.

Once finished, you’ll enjoy the full meal you prepared. Throughout the class, you’ll also learn about Japanese ingredients, food culture, etiquette, and the spirit of omotenashi (Japanese hospitality), giving you a deeper understanding of washoku you can take home.

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
Supplied by Beauty of Japan

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Cooking Classes
Food & Drink
Short term availability

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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