You will learn the basic information of miso such as the making process, the variety of miso. After tasting 5 different types of miso, guests will make own miso which guests can bring back with them. It includes the tips to how t... More

The possibilities are endless. When you put your handmade Japanese sweets on a plate, you have completed an art work! Of course, the taste is guaranteed. Whether you participate alone or in a group, it will be a memorable experien... More

1. Personalized Instruction in a Small Group Setting With our small group format, you will receive attentive, one-on-one guidance throughout the lesson. Even if it’s your first time, you can feel at ease and create beautiful ne... More

Escape the hustle and bustle with a serene culinary journey in Wazuka, Kyoto Prefecture, renowned for its tea fields and tranquil countryside. This immersive experience not only teaches you how to make Kyoto udon, a comforting noo... More

Step into the world of the Samurai and experience the essence of Japan. Feel the thrill of holding a sword and discover Japanese culinary culture through a hands-on sushi workshop. Enjoy a truly special moment where you can connec... More

Enjoy both a traditional kimono (or yukata in summer) and an authentic matcha experience in Kyoto. In a beautifully renovated townhouse, learn about the tea ceremony and whisk your own bowl of matcha.... More

We invite you to learn and explore sashimi preparation techniques. Our guest chef will guide you through each step of the process, allowing you to personally handle the fish provided during this immersive experience. You will be r... More

It's almost 2 hours cooking class at Japanese local house near Shimogamo shrine. At the first 20min, we will explain the background of KINUGASA DON and all other dishes, and how to cook those. After cooking, let's enjoy eating an... More

This is a great opportunity to learn about sake and Japanese culture. Sake tasting and snacks from various regions of Japan will be served. Guides will provide explanations in English and Japanese, with additional translation equi... More

Afternoon Izakaya Cooking Class is a great way to immerse yourself in Japanese dining culture as well as learn authentic and popular Japanese foods that are eaten at home and in local restaurants. The course consists of two parts... More

This cooking class takes place every Tuesday. As a chef and nutritionist who previously ran a French restaurant serving home-style meals on the World Heritage site of Yakushima, I also focus on healthy Japanese cuisine. I will car... More

Tea is not just the green beverage that many associate with Japan, but a brew sourced from a vast variety of regional flora that supports physical and mental health, mirrors the climate and landscape of the season, and a product o... More

Step inside a 150-year-old Kyoto townhouse and discover the elegant connection between folding fans and the tea ceremony. Enjoy a hands-on matcha experience paired with seasonal Japanese sweets.... More

- Guided by an Urasenke tea master - Easy-to-access café in central Kyoto - Compare different Japanese teas such as matcha, sencha, and hojicha - Learn the basics of Japanese tea culture in a relaxed way - Whisk your own bowl of ... More

Escape the crowds and discover a different side of Kyoto on this unique cultural experience combining a visit to a Kyoto City-designated Important Machiya with a guided walking tour of Fushimi Inari Shrine. Your journey begins at... More

Experience Japanese wellness food culture in a small-group cooking class in Kyoto’s leafy Kitayama area. Set in a 50-year-old machiya-style building just 2 minutes from Kitayama Station, it offers a calm local setting away from ... More

Embark on a journey through the fascinating world of Japanese fermentation! Learn the art of making white miso from scratch, and discover why this delicate and flavorful paste has been a staple in Japanese cuisine for centuries. Y... More

Participants will experience making traditional Kyoto-style Temari Sushi and also taste side dishes that Japanese people eat everyday.... More

Make two seasonal pantry staples using traditional fermentation and preservation techniques. Miso, shoyu, vinegars, pickles, sauces, and preserves are essential to the Japanese table. Directed by each microseason, fermentation and... More

A guide who lives in Kyoto and is fluent in French and Japanese will introduce you to Kyoto's attractions. Our guide is also an experienced cook and would love to introduce you to Japan's unique culinary culture. He's also an expe... More