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Step into the cozy kitchen of a real Tokyo mom and experience the warm hospitality of Japanese home cooking. This class offers more than just recipes—it’s a cultural journey guided by someone who has cooked these meals for her own family.
You’ll prepare handmade dishes that Japanese people truly eat at home, using natural ingredients and seasonal vegetables. Learn the fundamentals of washoku (Japanese cuisine), including how to make authentic dashi (Japanese soup stock) without additives. All main dishes and sides are made from scratch.
This is not a touristy cooking show—this is a heartwarming, real-life taste of Japan.
Example Menu
Main
Teriyaki Chicken
A classic Japanese dish with tender chicken glazed in a sweet and savory soy-based sauce. Fish or vegetarian options are available upon request.
Main
Saikyo Yaki ( Miso-marinated fish)
Fish is marinated in sweet white miso and then gently grilled for a rich, delicate flavor. Meat or vegetarian alternatives are available upon request.
Main
Gyoza
Japanese pan-fried dumplings filled with seasoned ground pork and vegetables. The bottoms are perfectly crisp. Vegetarian option available.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please note: Our main kitchen is near Shinjuku Gyoen, but the location may change depending on availability. The exact address will be in your confirmation message. Main kitchen: 5 mins from Shinjuku Gyoenmae Station (Exit 2), 1F has Fukuiken (Chinese restaurant).
What to expect
The norimaki can be substituted with an onigiri (rice ball) if you prefer.
For the main side dish, please choose from:
Teriyaki Chicken – tender chicken glazed in a sweet and savory soy-based sauce
Saikyo Yaki – miso-marinated fish grilled for a rich, delicate flavor
Gyoza – pan-fried dumplings filled with ground pork and vegetables
We’ll begin by making dashi (Japanese soup stock) completely from scratch — a skill at the heart of Japanese home cooking and the secret to creating depth of flavor in everyday dishes.
This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the warmth and balance of Japanese family meals while learning techniques you can easily recreate at home.
A vegetarian option is available upon request.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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