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Discover the authentic flavors of Okinawa with this hands-on cooking experience in Naha!
Tour begins with a tour of the iconic Makishi Public Market. Alongside a bilingual local guide, you will experience Okinawa’s vibrant food culture up close and see the fresh local ingredients firsthand.
Back in the kitchen, you’ll learn how to cook authentic Okinawan dishes, from classic Goya Champuru to Rafute (braised pork belly).
At the end of the class, sit down together to enjoy the delicious feast you’ve prepared! Afterward, you’ll receive digital recipe cards, so you can easily recreate the rich flavors of Okinawa back home.
With a small group limited to a maximum of 12 guests, this cozy class offers a genuine cultural exchange and a deeper connection to the island’s rich and tasty culinary traditions.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
There will be tour guide holding a sign that written as “Tour name” in front of the main entrance at Makishi Public Market. Once you arrive, please let the guide know the name on your reservation.
What to expect
Tour begins by exploring the vibrant market alongside a local guide.
Here, you will learn about traditional Okinawan ingredients, seasonal produce, and the unique culinary heritage that has shaped life on the island.
Following the market tour, you will head to the cooking studio to whip up authentic dishes using local Okinawan ingredients. Under friendly guidance, you will discover the secrets behind beloved recipes.
With a cozy, small-group setting limited to a maximum of 12 guests, you will enjoy plenty of personalized support in a completely relaxed atmosphere.
The entire experience runs for about 3 to 3.5 hours, starting daily at 10:00 AM.
Best of all, the highlight of the tour is sitting down together at the end to feast on the delicious and local dishes you just cooked—an opportunity you won't want to miss!
Whether you are a seasoned home cook or a complete beginner, this immersive culinary experience allows you to truly feel the rich food traditions of Okinawa.
It's sure to be an unforgettable highlight of your stay in Naha.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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