Welcome to a unique journey into the heart of Japanese cuisine!
First, you will learn about Japanese fermented foods and enjoy a tasting of three different types of miso, along with shio koji and amazake. Discover how each ingredient contributes to the rich flavors of Japanese cooking.
Next, we will explore the world of dashi, the foundation of Japanese cuisine. You will taste three different types of dashi and learn how their flavors differ. Which one will be your favorite?
By the end of this experience, you'll have a deeper understanding of Japan’s essential ingredients—fermented foods and dashi—and become a true Japanese umami expert!
After the tasting session, we will cook a delicious Japanese home-style meal using these ingredients:
* Salmon and cabbage with shio koji mustard sauce
* Fresh salad with amazake dressing
* Nukazuke (Japanese rice-bran pickles)
* Onigiri (rice balls)
* Tofu miso soup
* A dessert made with amazake
Come and discover the wonderful world of Japanese fermentation, dashi, and umami while enjoying a hands-on cooking experience together!
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.
Miso soup is a traditional Japanese soup. It's base is "dashi" (Japanese fish stock) and Miso paste. Common added ingredients are Tofu, Green onion and deep‐fried tofu but differs by personal preference. The type of miso is different from region. In western and Easter Japan white miso is mostly used.
* Small, relaxed, and friendly group class
* Solo travelers, friends, couples, and families are all welcome
* Vegetarian options available
* Menu requests can be accommodated when possible
* Held in my private home
* A dog lives in the house, so please let me know if you have any dog allergies
I teach in English. My English is not perfect, but I will do my best and enjoy communicating with you.
Let's meet at Kawachi Kosaka station which is just 20 minites away from Namba station.
Matcha with Japanese sweets
My name is Maki. I live in Osaka Japan and I love sharing Japanese home cooking and fermented foods.
I teach cooking classes for people from all over the world. My English is not perfect, but I always do my best to explain everything clearly and make sure you feel comfortable and relaxed.
Japanese food culture is simple, but full of deep flavor and wisdom. I not only teach recipes, but also share the ideas and background behind the food.
I live with a dog, so I kindly ask guests with dog allergies not to attend. I can also accommodate vegetarian guests as much as possible.
Solo travelers, couples, friends, and families are all welcome.
I look forward to meeting people from different countries and sharing a warm and enjoyable experience together.
The closest station
Kawachi Kosaka station
How to get to the station?
From Namba staion : 15mins
Free pick up service
This host can pick up you for free from the closest station!
Exact location provided after booking.
Duration of this cooking class is 3 hours.
Please go to Kawachi Kosaka station which takes 15 mins from Namba staion . Then Maki (host) will pick you up there!
Up to 4 people can join Maki's cooking class.
It costs 10000 per person.
Yes, Discover the Secrets of Japanese Umami: Dashi & Fermented Foods has a vegetarian option.
Yes, Discover the Secrets of Japanese Umami: Dashi & Fermented Foods has a vegan option.
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.
