Private Home Cooking in Yanaka with Local Japanese Flavors, Warm Setting, and Lunch
by YANESEN Tourist Information Culture Center
Overview
This private cooking class takes place in a small home in the Yanaka neighborhood of Tokyo. The instructor, Madam Yajima, guides participants through preparing traditional Japanese dishes using local ingredients and flavors in a warm and comfortable setting. The two-hour session includes step-by-step instruction on filleting fish, grilling teriyaki, and arranging okonomiyaki. All fresh ingredients and kitchen tools are provided. After cooking, participants prepare and eat a Japanese lunch box called Bento, which contains a balanced selection of colorful and healthy items. Special menu requests, including options for allergies, vegetarian, and vegan diets, can be made when booking; some requests may require an additional fee.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Yanaka Home Cooking Workshop
This workshop offers a home cooking experience in downtown Tokyo style. The instructor, Ms. Yajima, who was born in the YANESEN area, specializes in Tokyo local cooking and can teach in English. Guests may learn about Yanaka life and trends. The program focuses on typical household flavors and is popular with foreign visitors. Located 100 meters from Yanaka Ginza, it can be combined with a walk in the YANESEN area. Participants can choose between Plan A (one main dish) or Plan B (two appetizers). Menu requests, including allergies, can be made up to two days before the cooking day via the contact form. The workshop encourages sharing lifestyle stories while cooking together.
120 min
Meeting point
YANESEN Tourist information & Culture Center. 〒110-0001Yanaka3-10-21,Taitou-Ku,Tokyo, 110-0001 the number on your voucher
End point
YANESEN Tourist information & Culture Center. 〒110-0001Yanaka3-10-21,Taitou-Ku,Tokyo, 110-0001 the number on your voucher
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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