Ramen and Miso Ball Workshop in Historic Tokyo

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience Japanese cuisine in Fuki no Niwa, a beautifully preserved 128-year-old townhouse in Tokyo, where you’ll discover the secrets of dashi, the foundation of Japanese cooking. The third-generation owner of a long-established dried food shop personally guides you, sharing tips to recreate its rich flavors at home.

Start by making historic Miso-dama — miso and dashi balls once enjoyed by Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, then try your skills at making Abura Soba, the savory soupless ramen, tossing noodles in flavorful dashi.

This townhouse, Fuki no Niwa, was used traditionally until 10 years ago. The property includes a garden to enjoy seasonal Japanese plants. With sliding shoji doors and antique furnishings, it offers a nostalgic atmosphere perfect for photos.

Combining culinary history, hands-on fun, and cultural heritage, this program provides an unforgettable journey into Japan’s rich food culture.

Important: Pork-free and vegetarian options available—please inform us when booking！

Example Menu

Main

Ramen ＆Miso Ball

What's Included

Admission fee
Snacks
Private transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
ふきの庭

The staff member will be waiting for you in front of the entrance to the historic house serving as the venue.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Discover the essence of Japanese food culture in a beautifully preserved 128-year-old townhouse in Tokyo. In this hands-on class, learn to make Abura Soba (soupless ramen), with noodles tossed in rich, umami-packed dashi. Simple yet deeply flavorful, it’s easy to recreate at home for a true taste of Japan.

Try your hand at Miso-dama, nutritious miso and dashi balls once enjoyed by Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. Decorated with colorful toppings, they let you enjoy miso soup anytime.

Explore the secrets of dashi, the foundation of Japanese cuisine, and learn about umami — the “fifth taste” that changed the culinary world. To help you recreate these flavors at home, you’ll also receive a portion of our original dashi to take home. Simple methods and creative variations are shared so you can enjoy the dishes at home.
Pork-free and vegetarian options are available upon request. Please inform us when booking.

Surrounded by traditional sliding doors and warm wooden floors, the historic townhouse becomes part of your cultural journey. Its inviting, nostalgic atmosphere is perfect for memorable photos, and the convenient location near Haneda Airport makes it easy to include in your itinerary.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
Supplied by Etsuko

Tags

Dining Experiences
Cooking Classes
Restaurants
Lunch
Small Group
Food & Drink

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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