Discover the heart of Japanese home cooking with an intimate culinary experience in a cozy Tokyo apartment. Guided by a passionate local chef, you’ll prepare a real Japanese meal using seasonal ingredients—just as locals do at home. This 2.5-hour class offers a unique opportunity to step off the tourist track and into a traditional Japanese kitchen.

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Highlights

Cook authentic Japanese meals with a friendly local chef in a relaxed, home-style setting.
Learn traditional cooking techniques using seasonal ingredients.
Experience life in Tokyo through food and cultural conversation.
Choose from rotating menus based on the day of the week.
Optional post-class walking tour to hidden spots in Shinjuku (not found in guidebooks).

Full Experience Description

A True Taste of Japanese Daily Life

More than just a cooking class, this experience offers a warm invitation into Japanese home life. Located in Shinjuku, one of Tokyo’s most vibrant areas, the experience takes place in a local chef’s small, charming apartment—a space designed for comfort, learning, and cultural exchange.

You’ll begin with an introduction to Japanese seasonal ingredients and their cultural significance. Then, guided step by step by your host, you’ll cook 2–4 dishes based on the day’s menu. You’ll not only learn how to prepare each dish but also why certain ingredients and cooking styles are essential to Japanese tradition.

Weekly Menu Schedule

Menus rotate throughout the week, giving you the opportunity to enjoy a variety of dishes based on seasonal availability and popularity.

Traditional Meal Days
Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
(Morning class: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Evening class: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM)
Typical Menu:

Teishoku (Set meal including rice, seasonal main dish, and 2 side dishes)
Donburi (Rice bowl dish)
Obento (Japanese lunch box)
Tonjiru (Pork miso soup)
Onigiri (Rice balls)

Popular Comfort Food Days
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
(Morning class: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Evening class: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM)
Typical Menu:

Teishoku with fried seasonal dishes
Curry rice
Okonomiyaki (Savory pancake)
Gyoza (Japanese dumplings)
Ramen
Yakisoba (Stir-fried noodles)
Karaage (Japanese fried chicken)
Rice burger

Note: Seasonal ingredients are a core principle of Japanese cuisine. Your class will always reflect what is freshest and most flavorful at the time of your visit.

Optional Add-On: Secret Shinjuku Discovery Tour

After the morning class (from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM), you may join a small walking trip led by your host to explore charming and lesser-known places in Shinjuku. These hidden gems are rarely listed in guidebooks and offer insight into the local way of life, architecture, and daily rituals.

What’s Included

Hands-on cooking experience with a local chef
All fresh ingredients and cooking tools
Personalized instruction in English
Traditional Japanese barley tea
A full meal you prepare and enjoy together
Pickup at the meeting point near Shinjuku Station
Optional walking tour (no extra cost, but must be requested in advance)

Pricing

From ¥17,219 JPY per person

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Meeting Point

Shinjuku Station – East Exit Police Box
3 Chome-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan
Your host will meet you at this easy-to-find location and walk with you to the nearby apartment.

Guest Reviews

“The highlight of our 2-week Japan trip!”
“Sato was amazing! We learned to make ramen and gyoza from scratch. He was friendly, informative, and welcoming. The atmosphere was relaxed and personal—highly recommended.”

“Unforgettable cultural experience.”
“We felt like we were visiting an old friend. Cooking in a real Tokyo apartment, learning about seasonal ingredients, and eating what we made—it was intimate, authentic, and incredibly delicious.”

“So much more than a cooking class!”
“Sato shared not only food but stories, cultural details, and a deeper understanding of Japanese home life. The post-class walk showed us parts of Tokyo we never would have found ourselves.”

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