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Offered languages
- English
1. Cook with "Local Friends" (Mune & Hitomi)
Connect with friendly, English-speaking hosts who have traveled the world. It feels less like a class and more like visiting a friend's home.
2. Authentic 70-Year-Old Typical Japanese Home
Step into a real, private residence (not a commercial studio). Experience the nostalgic atmosphere of a traditional house built over 70 years ago.
3. Master 3 Styles of Onigiri & Enjoy a Full Meal
Go beyond the basics by making Traditional, Typical, and Innovative rice balls. Includes miso soup and side dishes for a satisfying Lunch or Dinner.
4. Perfect Location: 5 Mins from Nara Station
Ideally located just a short walk from JR/Kintetsu Nara Stations. Easy to access for day-trippers from Kyoto (35 min) or Osaka (40 min).
5. Deep Cultural Immersion & "Real Talk"
Experience authentic daily life in Japan. Relax in a private setting and ask honest questions about Japanese culture, lifestyle, and history.
Example Menu
Main
Onigiri "Rice Ball"
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Proceed along Ōmiya-dōri, pass under the elevated railway line, then turn right. The house with a nameplate reading “minami” and a green cone placed at the entrance is the venue.
What to expect
1. Meet Your Hosts: Mune & Hitomi
We are a friendly local couple fluent in English. Mune is a tourism expert (MSc, Univ. of Glasgow) and Hitomi is a folk art lover. We welcome you not as students, but as friends visiting our home.
2. Make 3 Styles of Onigiri
In our cozy kitchen, learn the art of shaping and seasoning Japan’s soul food. You will make:
・Traditional: Classic Onigiri
・Typical: Popular Onigiri
・Innovative: Create your own one-of-a-kind original
3. Lunch or Dinner Party After cooking, sit down with us for a full meal including your onigiri, miso soup, and homemade side dishes.
・Lunch: Perfect recharge before sightseeing.
・Dinner: Relax in a warm, private atmosphere when many local restaurants are closed.
Escape the crowds, enjoy a homemade meal, and make new local friends!
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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