Cook in Kimono at a Century-Old Japanese Kitchen

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Here in Kamado House, a studio inspired by a traditional Japanese kitchen from 100 years ago, you can step inside and experience the daily life of ordinary Japanese people.

"Why was chestnut wood used for Japanese kitchen floors?" "How did people cope with Japan’s humid climate, especially in the kitchen?" "How did they reduce food waste?"

Guided by a host deeply knowledgeable about pre-war lifestyles, discover how Japanese people lived in harmony with nature, not just by observing, but by experiencing it yourself while cooking with varieties of traditional tools in a kimono.

You can choose a simple, functional kimono like those worn in everyday life a century ago.

While Japan is often known for its glamorous culture, such as Geisha and Kabuki, this experience reveals another side of Japanese tradition: one that is not about surface decoration, but about the quiet, genuine beauty that resides within.

What's Included

Lunch
Guests have to fix the transportation. We'll send you the "address card" , so you can pass it to the taxi driver. (We recommend to take a taxi from JR Kamata Sta.))

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
かまどのおうち Kamado House

We strongly recommend using taxi to the studio. Please pass the address card that we send in advance to the taxi driver!

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

You'll try kimono & make Japanese traditional “Onigiri” lunch!

In a small group, you can engage all five senses to cook, and discover a core principle of Japanese culture.

We have option for vegans!

"Step into a kitchen inspired by Japan a century ago, and experience the timeless beauty of everyday life in Japan.

●Dress in a simple and functional kimonos like those worn daily a century ago
●Photos shooting with kimono and during the experience
●Cooking rice with ""kamado"", Japanese traditional cooking stove
●Making rice balls
●Tasting ""dashi,"" Japanese soup broth
●Trying various traditional Japanese kitchen tools such as a bonito shaver"

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Supplied by Kamado House

Tags

Historical Tours
Cooking Classes
Small Group
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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