This is a short course of 2 hours, which starts with a lecture about Japanese fermented foods (especially koji and miso) then we cook lunch together.
1. Cold noodles with pork (or deep fried tofu for vegans): Cold noodles are typical dishes in Japan. We use somen, thin wheat vermicelli. If you have never tried it, discover the new taste! You will be amazed.
2. Two vegetable side dishes using miso: By mixing miso with other ingredients, the dishes become even more versatile, nutritious and delicious.
3. Cold Miso soup: Let me explain an easy way to make miso soup, which will convince you to make it often at your home. (Cold version is good for summer!)
4. Mini dessert using amazake: Amazake is a Japanese fermented food, which is good for dessert.
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.
Would you like to explore Japan more, including about history, food culture and health benefits through fermented foods? Escape the heat and enjoy this unique class near the station!
Our kitchen is located in the heart of Tokyo (Only 10 mins from Shibuya Station to the kitchen including a short walk), so you won’t be affected much by the weather!
A certified instructor guides you through easy recipes using traditional Japanese fermented ingredients, with an in-depth lecture in a small-group setting.
The class is just 2 hours long, making it perfect even for busy travelers!
Notes:
* Vegan version is available but we will share the kitchen with non-vegan version. Please request for vegan option when you apply.
* This experience may not suitable for children of the age of 6 and under due to the difficulty of lecture.
* Please mention if you have any dietary restrictions, including allergens.
* If you have any inquiries before booking, please contact via "Help" section on the top right of this website platform.
Special Promotion : We have another class, "Fermented Food Dessert Class" from 2pm with a special discount price. If you take both lunch and dessert classes on the same day, we give you a special gift (rice koji amazake which is used in the dessert class).
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Naoko
★★★★★ (1)An instructor with Grade 1 Fermented Food Expert certification teaches you easy ways to incorporate Japanese fermented foods into your daily meals.
I spent five years abroad and engaged in trade operations, including food, for many years. As a result, I have gained a deep understanding of the overall food distribution industry, including food additives and labeling, and have been exposed to various domestic and international cuisines.
Moving forward, I aim to promote the excellence of healthy Japanese fermented foods directly to foreigners and host cooking classes to achieve this goal.
Being a health nut, I am fascinated with Japanese fermented foods which is not only about health, but also other aspects such as the country’s history, geography and culture.
These findings encouraged me to study Japan’s traditional fermented foods seriously and now I am ready to share. Won’t you discover the excellence of Japan’s fermented foods through my cooking class?
The closest station
Akasaka Mitsuke Station
How to get to the station?
From Shibuya Station: 10mins
Free pick up service
This host can pick up you for free from the closest station!
Exact location provided after booking.
Miyuki, Japan
★★★★★It was a very unique, interesting course and different from just a cooking class. I was able to learn about Japanese fermented food culture and even the history of it. The lecture was wonderful in a space with a large skylight. The venue is close to the station and very convonient. The recipes we learned are so simple, I would like to make them at home. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in Japanese food.
Mar 2025
Response from Naoko
Thank you very much for your review! It was a pleasure to meet you. It is good to know that you seemed enjoy the class. Yes please make them at your home, too! I hope to see you again!
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Response from Naoko
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Up to 6 people can join Naoko's cooking class.
Please go to Akasaka Mitsuke Station which takes 10 mins from Shibuya Station. Then Naoko (host) will pick you up there!
It costs 9800 per person.
Yes, Taste Japanese Wisdom: Fermented Lunch Class (Vegan OK) has a vegan option.
Duration of this cooking class is 2 hours.
Yes, Taste Japanese Wisdom: Fermented Lunch Class (Vegan OK) has a vegetarian 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.
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