A popular traditional Japanese home-style dish.
・Tempura
・Omusubi
・Miso soup
（Cuisine Details）
Tempura is a representative of Japanese cuisine that tastes best when freshly fried. The thin, light batter enhances the flavor of the ingredients and can be enjoyed with refreshing grated daikon, tempura sauce, or salt. This dish, which requires professional skills, is popular worldwide. Omusubi is a traditional Japanese light meal, consisting of rice seasoned with salt and wrapped with a variety of ingredients, which can be carried easily. It is also a staple of bento boxes, and its flavor varies depending on how you grip it and cook the rice. Omisoshiru is a nutritious soup made by dissolving miso in a dashi broth base. Along with tofu, wakame seaweed, and other ingredients, it offers a flavor unique to each household. It is characterized by its warm and comforting taste, and as a fermented food, it is also expected to have health benefits.
Tempura (天ぷら) is a classical Portuguese dish brought to and popularized by Japan, consisting of seafood or vegetables that have been battered and deep fried. Tempura is a typical home-style cooking in Japan. It is often referred to as a representative dish to Japan. Although there are various theories, it is said that Tokugawa Ieyasu, the general of the Edo period, liked tempura so much that he allegedly died from eating too much.
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.
Experience a home-style cooking workshop.
In our workshops, you will learn traditional home-style cooking that Japanese people eat on a daily basis in the natural setting of Arashiyama, Kyoto. Using locally grown fresh vegetables, the recipes are easy to reproduce. A husband with 25 years of experience as a chef and a wife who loves nature will support you carefully and with an emphasis on eco-friendly and sustainable thinking. Why not spend a special moment at this workshop where you can learn heartwarming home cooking while experiencing Kyoto's rich nature and culture?
Recommended for
Healthy Eating
We offer special cooking classes for health-conscious people and those interested in vegan and vegetarian cuisine to support a balanced diet. We offer healthy menus using fresh ingredients and healthy eating habits.
Nature of Arashiyama
Why don't you spend a moment surrounded by the rich nature of Arashiyama, Kyoto, and have your body and soul healed? Enjoy a comfortable time in a warm space with a home-like atmosphere. We offer a special experience where you can feel at ease as if you were at home, while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the four seasons.
Home-style cooking experience
We offer special cooking classes for those who are interested in traditional Japanese cooking methods to learn them practically. Experienced instructors will carefully guide you through the process and provide you with a deep understanding of Japanese food culture, including knife skills and the use of seasonings. Experience the joy of preparing authentic Japanese food with your own hands and learn traditional techniques.
NOTE: We have a dog. They will not be at the workshop location, but be careful if you are allergic to them.
Satoru
In our workshops, you will learn the traditional home-style cooking that Japanese people eat on a daily basis in the natural setting of Arashiyama, Kyoto. We use fresh local vegetables and provide recipes that are easy to reproduce. A husband with 25 years of experience as a chef and a wife who loves nature and vegetables will support you carefully and with an emphasis on eco-friendly and sustainable living.
The closest station
Matsuotaisha Station
How to get to the station?
From Kyoto Station: 25mins
Free pick up service
This host can pick up you for free from the closest station!
Exact location provided after booking.
Please go to Matsuotaisha Station which takes 25 mins from Kyoto Station. Then Satoru (host) will pick you up there!
Duration of this cooking class is 2 hours.
Yes, Golden crunch Tempura & Omusubi & Misosoup ＊Vegan and Vegetarian options available has a vegetarian option.
Up to 4 people can join Satoru's cooking class.
It costs 5000 per person.
Yes, Golden crunch Tempura & Omusubi & Misosoup ＊Vegan and Vegetarian options available 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.
