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Hands-on Japanese Cooking in a Tokyo Home with a Humorous Host

Location Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$298.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Shinjuku’s vibrant streets lead you to a cozy apartment where culinary magic awaits. Under the guidance of Satoru, immerse yourself in the art of Japanese cooking as you create authentic dishes from scratch.

  • 🍣 Cooking and Lunch with Alcohol: Delight in a private cooking class with Satoru, including lunch paired with local alcohol.
  • 🍜 Cooking Class Only: Join Satoru for an engaging cooking session without the meal, perfect for those wanting to focus solely on the culinary experience.
  • 👨‍🍳 Learn to prepare 2-5 traditional Japanese dishes, ranging from savory dashi to sweet organic honey, all while enjoying Satoru's engaging stories.
  • 🍽️ After cooking, savor the fruits of your labor at the dining table, sharing a meal enriched by delightful conversation.
  • 🗣️ Enjoy a fully guided experience in English, ensuring you grasp every detail of the cooking process and cultural insights.
  • ⏰ The entire experience lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, providing ample time for cooking and dining.
  • 🚉 Conveniently meet at JR Shinjuku Station, with easy access to public transportation for a hassle-free arrival.
  • 🥢 Receive a special Japanese utensil and a favorite ingredient from Satoru as a memorable keepsake to recreate your dishes at home.
  • 🌱 Vegetarian options are available; please inform Satoru of any dietary preferences at the time of booking.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Cooking and lunch + alcohol
Cooking class and lunch (including alcohol) with your host Satoru
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Local alcohol (1-2 glasses)
  • Private Japanese cooking class with local host Satoru
  • Pick up from JR Shinjuku Station
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point
Meet your host Satoru (holding a placard with your name) at JR Shinjuku Station, East Exit (in front of the police box called Koban) and walk together 5 min to his apartment. To find the exact meeting location on Google Maps, include this in the search field: Shinjuku Station East Exit Police Box.
Return details
Meet your host Satoru (holding a placard with your name) at JR Shinjuku Station, East Exit (in front of the police box called Koban) and walk together 5 min to his apartment. To find the exact meeting location on Google Maps, include this in the search field: Shinjuku Station East Exit Police Box.

Step into Satoru’s Tokyo home for a private, hands-on Japanese cooking class filled with delicious food and friendly conversation. Learn to prepare two or three home-style dishes from scratch, with menu options that may include a traditional Japanese set meal, okonomiyaki, karaage, yakisoba, ramen, or gyoza, depending on the day. Discover local ingredients and family food traditions, then sit down with Satoru to enjoy your homemade meal and a drink together.

After meeting Satoru at the JR Shinjuku station, you will walk together to his simple, cozy apartment in the heart of Shinjuku. Join Satoru in his small but efficient kitchen and learn how to cook 2-5 authentic Japanese dishes from scratch. You can expect your cooking class to take about an hour and a half before you sit down and share the meal you helped to prepare over engaging conversation with Satoru.

IMPORTANT: Please check the menu in advance, specific days have specific menus. If you do not share your preference, the menu of the day will be cooked. So if you wish to make changes or have any restrictions, please inform the host ONE week in advance, or else the menu of the day will be cooked.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Menu may vary depending on the season
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements [in the "Special Requirements" box] at the time of booking.
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Please check the menu in advance, specific days have specific menus. If you do not share your preference, the menu of the day will be cooked. So if you wish to make changes or have any restrictions, please inform the host ONE week in advance, or else the menu of the day will be cooked.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Hands-on Japanese Cooking in a Tokyo Home with a Humorous Host

    Location Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
    $298.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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