Octopus Sakura Rice & Temari Sushi – A Taste of Spring in Japan
In this class, learn how to make beautiful spring dishes inspired by the cherry blossom season. You will prepare fragrant octopus Sakura rice—a comforting Japanese rice dish cooked with octopus and beautifully presented to reflect the scenery of cherry blossoms—and learn how to shape elegant Temari Sushi into small decorative balls by hand. These dishes offer a wonderful opportunity to experience and appreciate Japan’s cherry blossom culture more deeply, including the tradition of Hanami (cherry blossom viewing), enjoyed by people in Japan for centuries, including during the Edo period.
Menu
- Octopus sakura rice
- Temari sushi
- A seasonal dish
- Soup
- Tea
- Traditional dried sweets
After cooking, enjoy the dishes you prepared, including your handmade octopus Sakura rice and colorful Temari Sushi, along with other seasonal dishes prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients.
To conclude the class, unwind with a cup of tea and a selection of traditional Japanese dried sweets.
Amid your exciting (and sometimes hectic) travels in Japan, we hope to offer you a warm, home-like moment where you can relax and enjoy the gentle flavors of spring.
*The photo gallery on this page features cherry blossom scenes from across Japan that I have personally photographed. I hope you enjoy them. Please note that these images are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the actual dishes or the specific content of the lesson.
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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.
Discover the Art of Sakura-themed Japanese Cuisine!
Experience Authentic Seasonal Japanese Home Cooking
Step into our kitchen and discover the joy of cooking Japanese cuisine in a fun, hands-on environment. You'll use authentic ingredients, traditional tools, and time-honored techniques to create dishes inspired by Japan’s iconic cherry blossom season.
Explore the fascinating world of fermented seasonings—like miso, soy sauce, and mirin—and learn how these essential elements bring Japanese dishes to life.
More than just recipes, we share practical tips on selecting ingredients, mastering subtle flavors, and storing your creations the right way—so you can confidently recreate the magic at home.
Note:
This is a private class for 3 to 4 people. Please book together with friends or family.
!!! Experience Authentic Japanese Cooking in Sangenjyaya, Near Shibuya !!!
* As I am involved in various culinary-related work, including cooking classes, I do my best to adjust my schedule to suit your needs. Please feel free to let me know your preferred dates.
Tucked away among charming shops and winding alleys, Sangenjyaya is a vibrant cultural hub that blends culinary delights with entertainment. With a history dating back to the Edo period, the area earned its name from the 'three tea houses' that once stood here, reflecting its deep historical roots.
As an Edo-Kaiseki chef, I offer immersive cooking classes and events in Paris, Brussels, New York, Hong Kong, and Japan. I also contribute recipes to various magazines and newspapers. Additionally, as a tea ceremony master, I add an extra layer of tradition and elegance to your experience.
Discover Japan's rich culinary heritage, from traditional Edo-era dishes to modern favorites. Whether you're a novice, an experienced cook, or a professional chef, our hands-on classes will help you recreate authentic Japanese flavors at home.
You can catch a glimpse of my work in the Tokyo episode of the popular French travel TV show Echappées belles, where I appear as a guide:
https://youtu.be/oYm41J5KRZQ?si=pATJkO8COS6v4YlG
The closest station
Sangenjaya station
How to get to the station?
From Shibuya station: 5mins
Exact location provided after booking.
Up to 4 people can join koko's cooking class.
Duration of this cooking class is 3 hours.
It costs 20000 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.
