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Tofu Shop Visit & Japanese Cooking Class in Kyoto with Rita

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$244.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Your local host Rita will give you an exciting introduction to authentic Japanese cuisine, starting with a brief tour of a tofu shop that was established 90 years ago! She will talk you through the process of how tofu is made from soy beans and describe the variety of products that can be made from tofu (please note that you will not see the entire process of making tofu, because the manufacturing starts early in the morning).

After your introduction to tofu, Rita will take you upstairs for your Japanese cooking class. You will have the opportunity to help prepare and taste the unique ingredients and seasonings that form the foundation of Japanese cuisine. Your cooking lesson with last about an hour and a half before you sit down together to enjoy the meal you helped prepare over a fun conversation with Rita.
Cooking class and lunch
Tofu tour, cooking and lunch: Tofu tour, cooking lesson and lunch with your host Rita
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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  • Local beer (1-2 glasses)
  • Gratuities
  • Private tofu shop visit , cooking lesson and meal
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point
Meet Rita at her tofu shop where you will have your cooking experience.
Return details
Meet Rita at her tofu shop where you will have your cooking experience.

Begin your introduction to authentic Japanese cuisine with a short tour of a 90-year-old tofu shop. Rita talks you through the process of how tofu is made from soy beans and describes the variety of products that can be made from tofu (please note that you will not see the entire process of making tofu because the manufacturing starts early in the morning). Next, join Rita upstairs for your hands-on Japanese cooking class. Rita is passionate about sharing Washoku, the skills, knowledge and traditions involved in preparing traditional Japanese cuisine. She uses fresh, seasonal vegetables in her cooking to make delicious, well-balanced, and nutritious dishes. Learn to prepare and taste the unique ingredients and seasonings that form the foundation of Japanese cuisine. Learn to make dashi, the foundation of many Japanese dishes and use it as the base for your miso soup. Your cooking lesson with last about an hour and a half before you sit down together to enjoy the meal you helped prepared over fun conversation. You will go home with recipes in English for the dishes you learned, leaving you well-prepared to recreate a satisfying, authentic, and home cooked Japanese meal back home.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Menu may vary depending on the season
  • If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Private, personalized experience
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Tofu Shop Visit & Japanese Cooking Class in Kyoto with Rita

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $244.00
    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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