Cooking Lesson local cuisine in Matsuyama Castle town, Ehime

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

The menu features original recipes developed under the supervision of a registered dietitian with 20 years of experience in public administration.
This is an experience where you can deeply enjoy Ehime’s local cuisine and Japanese food culture, featuring dishes such as “Matsuyama Thai Rice,” “Soy Sauce Mochi,” and “Matcha Tea Ceremony.”
We will carefully explain each ingredient used.
As the tasks are simple enough for children and cooking beginners to follow along while watching a demonstration by a culinary professional, you can participate with confidence.

Example Menu

Main

Matsuyama Tai‐meshi

A whole sea bream is cooked together with rice in one pot. The fish’s flavor soaks into the rice, making it rich and aromatic.

Main

Ⅰmotaki

A hearty soup featuring taro as the main ingredient. A stew simmered in a soy sauce-based broth with root vegetables, chicken, and mushrooms.

Main

Dashi

Learn about the ingredients used for dashi, the foundation of Japanese cuisine, and how to make delicious dashi.

What's Included

English-speaking guide for the entire tour
Photography and video services are also available.
Meals
Other than those included

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Look for a guide holding a sign that says “Smile Apron” in front of the Matsuyama Castle Ropeway boarding station building.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

In this hands-on activity, you can fully immerse yourself in Japanese culinary culture in the castle town that spreads out at the foot of Matsuyama Castle.
You’ll learn about local ingredients and how to prepare traditional dishes from Matsuyama, Ehime.
While experiencing the atmosphere of a traditional Japanese dining table, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of Matsuyama’s food culture.
Aprons and work clothes are provided, so you can participate without bringing anything.
We offer recipes and a program supervised by a registered dietitian with 20 years of experience in the public sector.
A professional culinary instructor will lead the demonstration, and since the recipes are simple, this activity is recommended for beginners and children alike.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Smile Apron

Tags

Cooking Classes
Food & Drink

Cancellation Policy

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

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