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Offered languages
- Japanese
- English
Choose from three beloved Japanese dishes (note that the menu might be pre-set based on your booking). Our local guide will take you to traditional Japanese stores, offering a unique cultural shopping experience, with translation assistance available if needed. We strive to create a fun and engaging program that immerses you in Japanese cuisine. Our intimate classes are limited to 8 participants, ensuring personalized attention, but we can accommodate larger groups at an additional cost. Book for 6 participants first, and contact us to arrange for a larger group experience.
Example Menu
Main
Katsu Curry
A crispy fried pork cutlet served over rice with curry sauce. The blend of spicy curry and juicy, crispy pork cutlet makes it a favorite for many.
Main
Ramen&Gyoza
homemade-style ramen using a blend of Japanese dashi and chicken broth, along with pork gyoza.
Main
Okonomiyaki
Okonomiyaki is a Japanese savory pancake made with a batter of flour, eggs, and shredded cabbage, mixed with ingredients like pork or seafood.
Starter
Local Tour
Considering their business days and hours, choose 1-2 from a traditional umeboshi shop, nori shop, miso shop, l sesame shop, and kitchenware shop.
Main
Bento Cooking Course
Let's learn about dashi (broth) and seasonings while making traditional bento dishes like rolled omelette, nikumaki , and ohitashi.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please gather in front of the main gate of Osaka Temmangu Shrine. Staff will be there with an orange scarf. ※ From Minamimorimachi Station Take Exit No. 4 and immediately turn right (south direction) on Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street, then turn left on the second street and go about 50 meters.
What to expect
Your experience begins with a guided walk through hidden local shops near Osaka Tenmangu Shrine. These are places most travelers would never find on their own. You’ll meet friendly shop owners, learn about seasonal ingredients, and get a glimpse of how locals shop and cook in their daily lives.
This short tour is not just sightseeing — it’s a hands-on cultural exchange where you can ask questions, taste, and connect with the community.
After the tour, head back to the kitchen for an engaging cooking class (total duration 2.5–3 hours).
Classes are taught in English and feature easy, tasty, authentic dishes such as Okonomiyaki, Bento, Katsu Curry, or Ramen & Gyoza. Recipes are beginner-friendly and can be recreated at home long after your trip.
Enjoy a warm, welcoming space where travelers, families, and locals come together through food.
Let’s enjoy a delicious and meaningful experience together in the heart of Osaka. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions, please consult with us in advance.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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