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- Japanese
- English
Refresh your senses this early summer in a calm and personal small-group setting
Learn the Japanese umami with hands-on guidance from a specialist
Compare different types of dashi and understand how delicate flavor is built
Try shaving dried bonito flakes—a rare hands-on experience in Japanese culture
Make onigiri and miso soup using simple techniques you can recreate anywhere
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Kyoto City Bus #203, 59 201, 5-minute walk from Imadegawa Jofukuji. 19-minute walk from Exit 4 of Imadegawa Station (Subway Karasuma Line). Located next to Honryu-ji Temple, direclty across From Tori Iwarou, a well-known restaurant famous for its chicken and egg rice bowl.
What to expect
The experience begins with an introduction to dashi, the essential broth used in many Japanese dishes. You will compare different types of dashi made from premium kelp and bonito. Through tasting, discover how Japanese cooking builds depth and balance, even in simple dishes.
Next, try shaving dried bonito flakes yourself—a rare hands-on experience even in Japan today. Then, using your freshly made dashi, you will make onigiri (Japanese rice balls) and miso soup, two of Japan’s most comforting everyday foods.
This small-group workshop offers a calm and intimate atmosphere where you can ask questions, enjoy conversation, and experience Japanese home cooking in a personal way. Dietary accommodations, including vegetarian and halal-friendly options, are available. Perfect for both food lovers and beginners alike.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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