Join a hands-on cooking class in a welcoming Japanese home, where you will prepare traditional washoku dishes using seasonal ingredients. You will learn essential techniques and practical tips that are easy to recreate in your own kitchen.
During this experience, you will discover the cultural significance of Japanese home cooking, including the importance of seasonal harmony in meals. You will also gain insights into how food brings people together and reflects Japan’s values—not just as a meal, but as a way to connect and bring good fortune to those gathered at the table.
This experience is suitable for all skill levels and can be customized to accommodate dietary preferences.
Step into a warm Japanese home and experience home-style cooking in the heart of Nara. This hands-on class offers more than just a meal—it’s an opportunity to connect with Japan’s food culture, values, and seasonal ingredients, and to discover how we bring them all together to create the joy of gathering around the table. Guided by a passionate home cook, you’ll learn to prepare authentic dishes passed down through generations. From delicate flavors to simple yet artful serving techniques, every step of the process is infused with cultural insights, and we would love to share our heartfelt hospitality with you. Join us for our heartwarming cooking experience, where food is not just nourishment but a way to create memories, share stories, and bring good fortune to those who gather at the table.
Washoku: Rice balls, dashi soup, Japanese rolled omelet, fresh vegetables with sesame dressing, assorted tempura, and fresh fish with teriyaki sauce.
You will make your own way to the meeting points