Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa
Saitama Prefecture, Japanby Traveling Spoon
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: Japanese, English
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Overview
This local, immersive food experience offers a warm and personal glimpse into Japanese culture, led by Risa, a passionate local guide who shares her culinary skills and family traditions. From making dashi from scratch to enjoying a homestyle meal in her cozy kitchen, this class feels like being welcomed into a Japanese home in Saitama, a 20-min train ride from Shinjuku station.
What's included
- Homestyle Japanese meal
- Private Japanese cooking class with a local
Itinerary
Join Risa for a delightful 2.5-hour hands-on cooking class and meal where you'll learn to prepare a typical, homestyle Japanese meal. Risa is a passionate young tour guide in Tokyo, who learned to cook from her mother. She believes food brings happiness and sparks conversation. Living in Saitama, located a 20-minute train ride from Tokyo's Shinjuku station, Risa shares her love for Japanese culture and cuisine with guests. Begin with a warm welcome and a drink of Japanese tea or coffee as Risa introduces the menu. Under her guidance, you'll learn about Japanese ingredients and cook an authentic Japanese meal including learning to make dashi from scratch in her cozy kitchen and a Japanese curry. Afterward, sit down to enjoy the meal together, with the chance to meet her boyfriend if he's home. Perfect for beginners, this class offers a friendly and authentic Japanese culinary experience.
Meeting and pickup
Meet your host at her home in Saitama, a 20-min train ride from Shinjuku station. Directions can be found in the "Before you go" section of your ticket after confirmation.
End point
Meet your host at her home in Saitama, a 20-min train ride from Shinjuku station. Directions can be found in the "Before you go" section of your ticket after confirmation.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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