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- Japanese
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Experience Japanese home drinking culture through a fun, hands-on izakaya-style cooking class held in the evening. Learn to prepare small Japanese dishes designed to pair perfectly with alcohol while enjoying sake, Japanese beer, or other drinks. The recipes use easy-to-find ingredients, allowing you to recreate the dishes for home parties after your trip. Izakaya culture is all about sharing small plates in a relaxed, social setting, making this class ideal for food lovers, sake or beer fans, and those who enjoy cooking together. No experience is needed—your local guide provides step-by-step support. Solo travelers are welcome, and there’s plenty to cook and enjoy.
Example Menu
Main
Sushi Rolls
Starter
Japanese style Egg Rolls
Starter
eggplant with miso sauce
Main
chicken ball with shiso leaf
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of Family mart next to Gindako shop in Iriya Station Exit 2 There are 2 Familymarts in Iriya station, so please find the one next to Gindako takoyaki shop and Doutor Coffee shop. Tour ends at the Cooking Studio
What to expect
Enjoy the lively atmosphere of a traditional izakaya as you cook, sip, and savor. The class offers a fun, hands-on experience where you'll create dishes like teriyaki chicken and Japanese omelette. It's the perfect way to bring authentic Japanese flavors to your own home parties and impress friends and family.
This class is ideal for all levels, from seasoned cooks to beginners, and is a great activity for couples, friends, or solo travelers looking to meet new people. Families are welcome too, with a kids’ playroom available. Book now for a night of great food, drinks, and fun!
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour is open to participants aged 6 and above. However, steps involving knives and heat are only permitted for those aged 12 and over, under the supervision of a parent or guardian. Sake tasting and alcoholic beverages are only available to guests aged 20 and over, in accordance with Japanese law.
- Vegetarian are welcome. (We arrange ingredients and cooking process.)
- It is not available for people who are vegan and gluten-free.
- Please note that there may be other participants.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour is open to participants aged 6 and above. However, steps involving knives and heat are only permitted for those aged 12 and over, under the supervision of a parent or guardian. Sake tasting and alcoholic beverages are only available to guests aged 20 and over, in accordance with Japanese law.
- Vegetarian are welcome. (We arrange ingredients and cooking process.)
- It is not available for people who are vegan and gluten-free.
- Please note that there may be other participants.
- The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
- This tour is not recommended for people with mobility issues, if you have walking problems we recommend booking a private tour.
- Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.
- Out of respect for our other guests and to ensure the best tour for everyone, we must start the tour on time.
- You will not be able to join the tour, get a refund or reschedule if you are late for the tour and miss the group.
- Summer in Japan is very hot and humid, so we recommend that you bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke.
- If you cannot eat meat and eggs, the menu will be reduced from five dishes to three. If you can eat meat but cannot eat eggs, the menu will be reduced from five dishes to four.
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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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