1. Takoyaki (Octopus Balls)
2. Onigiri (Rice Balls)
3. Tamagoyaki (Japanese Omelette)
4. Table Tea Ceremony (Simplified Japanese Tea Ceremony)
Takoyaki is very cute, small battered balls containing octopus. When you visit Osaka, you can see Takoyaki shops and people wandering the streets while eating it.
Onigiri is a Japanese comfort food made from steamed rice formed into the typical triangular, ball, or cylinder shapes and usually wrapped with nori(dried seaweed). Stuffed with a a variety of fillings and flavors, these rice balls make an ideal quick snack and are a fun alternative to sandwitches for lunch.
Rice is a staple food in Japan. In all most every family, there is a rice cooker. There is variety of Japanese rice brands such as Koshihikari and Hitomebore.
The Japanese tea ceremony is a centuries-old tradition closely tied to Zen Buddhist principles, and a popular way to experience Japanese culture. There are several variations on this ritual. At its base, powdered green tea (matcha) is prepared and served in accordance with strict rules. Oftentimes, wagashi (Japanese sweets) is served alongside the bitter green tea.
Welcome to our unique cooking class in Hida Takayama! We invite you to join us for an authentic culinary experience where you'll learn to make traditional Japanese dishes and enjoy a simplified tea ceremony.
Menu
1. Making Onigiri
Have you ever made onigiri (rice balls)? It’s actually very simple, and anyone can make delicious ones! With just some filling, salt, cooked rice, and seaweed, you can easily shape them into triangular onigiri!
2. Tamagoyaki
Tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelet) is very popular. You simply pour the egg mixture into a square frying pan and roll it up!
3. Takoyaki
Takoyaki, a famous dish from Osaka, can actually be enjoyed without going to Osaka! What’s more, you can make it yourself. You’ll feel like a Takoyaki chef!
4. Easy Tea Ceremony
Experience the Japanese tea ceremony! It might seem very complicated, but in my class, you can enjoy a simplified version right at the table. Would you like to use traditional tea ceremony tools to make your own matcha?
We'll start by making the dashi stock, then prepare the takoyaki batter. After that, we'll cut the octopus and cook the takoyaki in the takoyaki pan!
Let's bake the egg together.
Let's make triangle-shaped rice balls!
Experience Simple Table Tea Ceremony
Hello! I live in Hida Takayama, and I’m truly amazed at the growing number of international visitors coming here. I’m so happy you've traveled all the way to visit such a small town!
Hida Takayama has so much to offer, including the famous “Takayama Festival,” held every April to welcome spring and every October to celebrate the harvest season. You can also visit Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stroll through Takayama’s historic old town that feels like stepping back in time, and enjoy the changing seasons—sakura blossoms in spring and the beautiful reds and yellows of autumn leaves.
Each season has its unique beauty, and I'd love to help make your stay in Hida Takayama even more memorable. Why not join our cooking class? It’s a private lesson, so you’re welcome to bring your little ones along!
The closest station
Takayama station
How to get to the station?
From Takayama station: 10mins
Exact location provided after booking.
It costs 10000 per person.
Duration of this cooking class is 2 hours.
Up to 6 people can join Kaori 's cooking class.
You will receive the confirmation within 24 hours.
We accepts these cards on airKitchen.
Cancellations up to 48 hours prior to the class begins will be fully refunded by the airKitchen cancellation policy.
