Tokyo Vegan Yakisoba & Tofu Goma Salad Cooking Experience!
Looking for a fun, authentic, and delicious cultural experience in Tokyo?
Welcome to my home in Asakusabashi, a charming local neighborhood known for its traditional atmosphere, hidden shops, and easy access to famous sightseeing spots.
I’m an Indian vegetarian who has lived in Japan for over 25 years, and I love introducing guests to the world of Japanese vegetarian and vegan home cooking in a warm and relaxed home setting. This experience is not just about cooking.. it’s about food, culture, conversation, laughter, and connection.
What We Will Make
1. Vegan Yakisoba
Yakisoba is one of Japan’s most popular stir-fried noodle dishes, often enjoyed at festivals and home meals. In this vegan version, we will use fresh vegetables and noodles cooked in a savory Japanese-style sauce. You will learn how to prepare the ingredients, stir-fry noodles properly, and balance flavors to create authentic Japanese yakisoba you can easily make at home.
2. Tofu Goma (Sesame) Salad
This is a refreshing Japanese-style salad made with soft tofu, fresh vegetables, and a creamy sesame dressing. It is a simple but very popular home dish in Japan. You will learn how to prepare tofu with the right texture and how to make a rich Japanese sesame dressing that brings out deep umami flavor.
Complimentary Japanese Drinks
Relax and enjoy refreshing Japanese drinks while we cook, chat, and share travel stories and cultural experiences.
Why Guests Love This Experience?
✨ Friendly home atmosphere
✨ Vegetarian & vegan friendly experience
✨ Learn authentic Japanese home-style cooking
✨ Cultural exchange with a local host
✨ Great for solo travelers, couples, families & friends
✨ Discover local Tokyo recommendations and hidden gems
Special Summer Offer — Only ¥7,700 per guest!
Whether you love Japanese food, enjoy meeting new people, or simply want a unique Tokyo memory, I would be happy to welcome you into my home and share this special experience with you!
In this cooking class, we will make two popular Japanese home-style vegan dishes together: Vegan Yakisoba and Tofu Goma (Sesame) Salad.
We will begin with a short introduction and overview of the ingredients we will use. I will explain how Japanese home cooking is usually simple, seasonal, and balanced, and how many traditional dishes can be easily adapted into vegan versions.
First, we will cook Vegan Yakisoba, one of Japan’s most loved stir-fried noodle dishes often enjoyed at festivals, street food stalls, and home dinners. Yakisoba is usually made with noodles, vegetables, and a savory sauce, and we will recreate this using fresh vegetables like cabbage, carrots, onions, and mushrooms. You will learn how to prepare and cut the ingredients properly, how to stir-fry noodles without breaking them, and how to balance the Japanese-style sauce to get the authentic street food flavor. I will also share tips on how Japanese people achieve the “wok-style” taste using a simple home pan.
Next, we will prepare Tofu Goma Salad, a light and healthy Japanese home dish. This salad is made with soft tofu and fresh vegetables, combined with a creamy sesame (goma) dressing. You will learn how to handle tofu carefully so it keeps a soft but structured texture, and how to make a traditional Japanese sesame dressing from scratch. This dish is a great example of everyday Japanese home cooking that focuses on simplicity, nutrition, and natural flavor.
During the class, I will guide you step by step so you can actively participate in chopping, mixing, stir-frying, and plating. I will also explain the cultural background of these dishes, such as how yakisoba became a popular comfort food in Japan and how sesame-based dishes are commonly used in Japanese households for their health benefits.
At the end of the class, we will sit together and enjoy the meal in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. This is a great time to ask questions, talk about culture, travel, and experience real Japanese home dining.
Hello, my name is Amita. I am an Indian vegetarian and have loved cooking since I was 15 years old. Even after living in Japan for more than 25 years, cooking remains one of the most important and enjoyable parts of my daily life. Since vegetarian food is not always easy to find in Japan, I learned to create a wide variety of delicious vegetarian and vegan dishes at home.
I enjoy cooking many cuisines including Indian, Japanese, Mexican, and fusion dishes. I especially love sharing authentic vegetarian Japanese home cooking and introducing guests to unique ingredients and food culture in Japan.
I also enjoy meeting people from different countries, sharing stories, and learning about new cultures. My home is in Asakusabashi, a charming area of Tokyo known for sightseeing, shopping, and hidden local restaurants.
The closest station
Asakusabashi
How to get to the station?
From Asakusa: 5mins
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 1.5 hours.
Yes, VEGAN Yakisoba & Tofu Goma Salad Cooking Class in Asakusabashi, Tokyo has a vegetarian option.
Please go to Asakusabashi which takes 5 mins from Asakusa. Then Amita (host) will pick you up there!
Yes, VEGAN Yakisoba & Tofu Goma Salad Cooking Class in Asakusabashi, Tokyo has a vegan option.
Up to 6 people can join Amita's cooking class.
It costs 7700 per person.
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.
