Step into Tokyo’s authentic home-drinking culture with a lively izakaya-style cooking experience. Learn how to prepare a variety of delicious small plates while sipping sake, Japanese beer, or non-alcoholic drinks. This immersive cooking class brings the charm of a traditional Japanese nomikai (drinking party) right into your evening in Tokyo.

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Highlights

Hands-on cooking class featuring authentic izakaya-style dishes
Learn to prepare Japanese favorites like wagyu steak, tamagoyaki (rolled omelet), and more
Sake tasting experience with 4 curated varieties or 5 traditional Japanese beverages
Discover which drinks pair best with each dish
Experience the joy of Japanese home-style hospitality in a relaxed, social setting
Great for solo travelers, couples, friends, or families (playroom available for kids)

Full Description

Unwind after a day of exploring Tokyo with this unique nighttime cooking class that immerses you in Japan’s beloved drinking culture. Hosted in a cozy, welcoming space, you’ll prepare a variety of small dishes that are traditionally served at izakayas—Japanese pubs known for their wide range of flavorful, shareable plates.

Get step-by-step guidance from a local instructor as you cook up a menu of favorites like:

Japanese-style hand roll sushi
Wagyu steak or tofu steak (vegetarian option available)
Fluffy Japanese rolled omelette (tamagoyaki)
Grilled eggplant with savory miso glaze
Pickled vegetables and crispy sides

As you cook, sip on your choice of sake, Japanese beer, or soft drinks. You’ll enjoy a guided sake tasting with four varieties, learning the nuances of flavor, aroma, and food pairings.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned cook, this class is designed to be fun, approachable, and full of cultural flavor. The best part? You’ll go home with easy-to-follow recipes, so you can recreate your favorite dishes and impress your friends with an izakaya night of your own.

Pricing

From ¥16,000 per person

(Price includes food, drinks, recipes, and all equipment)

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What’s Included

Guided cooking class with hands-on instruction
Recipes: sushi hand roll, wagyu/tofu steak, rolled egg, grilled eggplant
All ingredients and kitchen tools
Sake tasting (4 kinds) or 5 traditional Japanese drinks
Digital photos from your experience
Local English-speaking instructor

Meeting Point

Iriya Station Exit 2 (Tokyo Metro)
Meet in front of Family Mart next to Gindako takoyaki shop (near Doutor Coffee). Note: There are two Family Marts at this station—please find the one beside Gindako.

Address: 2 Chome-1-10 Shitaya, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0004, Japan

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