Authentic Fermented Washoku & Healthy Miso Soup Experience
[Main Dish]
• Handmade Onigiri (Rice Balls) with Seasonal Fillings
[Soup]
• Rich & Healthy Miso Soup with Dashi from Scratch
[Side Dishes]
• Seasonal Vegetables with Homemade Shio-Koji Dressing
• Japanese Rolled Omelet (Tamagoyaki)
[Dessert & Drink]
• Japanese Green Tea & Sweet Amazake (Non-alcoholic)
*Vegetarian / Gluten-free options are available upon request.
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.
The astringent constituent in Japanese tea is a type of polyphenol called catechin. Japan has done a great deal with the humble tea leaf. For example some benefits of the catechin in the tea leaf can lower cholesterol in some cases. Roasted over charcoal at a high temperature and grown under shade for at least 20 days are one of the examples. The most popular Japanese tea might be ryokucha. Depending on the timing of picking the leaves, the grade, the price can be noticeably different.
Welcome to my kitchen in Niigata!
I am a Nationally Registered Dietitian with over 20 years of experience. In this class, you will learn how to make authentic, healthy, and delicious Japanese dishes (Washoku) using traditional fermented ingredients like Koji, Miso, and Shio-Koji.
[What We Will Do]
1. Welcome Drink & Introduction: Enjoy local Japanese tea while I introduce the magical world of "Dashi" (Japanese broth) and "Koji" (fermentation).
2. Cooking Experience: Step-by-step, we will make rich Miso soup from scratch using Dashi, hand-roll Onigiri (rice balls), and cook seasonal side dishes.
3. Tasting Time: Enjoy your homemade Washoku meal together in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere!
[Why Choose This Experience?]
• Healthy & Gut-Friendly: Learn how Japanese fermented foods boost immunity and health from a dietitian expert.
• Simple & Reproducible: Easy recipes that you can easily recreate at home for your family and friends.
• Warm Local Hospitality: Even if you don't speak Japanese, don't worry! I welcome you with warm smiles, simple visual guides, and translation tools.
Let’s create wonderful, tasty memories together during your trip to Japan! I look forward to hosting you.
chie
Hi there! Welcome to Niigata, the heart of Japan’s best rice and fermented food culture!
My name is Chie, a Nationally Registered Dietitian with over 20 years of experience in nutrition and traditional Japanese cuisine.
In my class, I offer a unique, healthy, and authentic cooking experience using Japanese fermented ingredients such as Koji, Miso, and Shio-Koji (salted rice koji).
Niigata is famous across Japan for its beautiful nature, snowy mountains, pristine water, and amazing food. After a day of skiing or exploring, I’d love to invite you to my warm kitchen to enjoy creating delicious, body-friendly Washoku together!
Why join my class?
Expert Knowledge: Learn the secrets of healthy Japanese cooking from a certified dietitian.
Gut-Friendly & Fermented: Discover how Koji and fermented seasonings boost health and bring out rich flavors (Umami!).
Simple & Reproducible: Easy-to-follow recipes so you can recreate authentic Japanese dishes back home.
Even if you are new to Japanese cooking, don't worry at all! I will guide you step-by-step with warm hospitality.
I’m so excited to meet you, share good food, and create wonderful memories of your trip to Japan!
The closest station
arai station
How to get to the station?
From jyouetsumyoukou station: 15mins
Exact location provided after booking.
Up to 4 people can join chie's cooking class.
Duration of this cooking class is 3 hours.
Yes, Authentic Fermented Washoku & Miso Cooking Class by Dietitian in Niigata has a vegetarian option.
It costs 7500 per person.
Yes, Authentic Fermented Washoku & Miso Cooking Class by Dietitian in Niigata 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.
