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Authentic Japanese Home Cooking: Handmade Udon, Tempura & Dorayaki

Cooking Class Menu

Handmade Udon
Tempura
Dorayaki
and Discover the Secrets of Japanese Dashi!

In my class, we’ll make handmade udon noodles from scratch, crispy tempura, and dorayaki, a traditional Japanese sweet filled with red bean paste.

I’ll also introduce you to the wonderful world of dashi, the flavorful Japanese soup stock that is an essential part of our food culture.

• Tempura

  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.

• Udon

  Udon (うどん) is a type of thick wheat flour noodle. It is similar to Italian pasta, but much thicker. It has been eaten all over Japan as an easy-to-eat popular meal, and a substitute meal for rice dishes. Udon is often served hot as a noodle soup in its simplest form, as "kake udon", in a mildly flavoured broth called kakejiru, which is made of dashi, soy sauce, and mirin. The flavor of broth and topping vary from region to region.

Cooking Class Information

Discover the Real Taste of Japan in a Local Home!

Would you like to experience authentic Japanese home cooking away from the usual tourist spots?

Join me in my home kitchen in Tokyo for a fun, hands-on cooking experience!

In this 3-hour class, you’ll learn to make three delicious Japanese favorites from scratch.

What We’ll Make

1. Handmade Udon Noodles

Experience the fun of making traditional Japanese noodles! We’ll mix, knead, roll, and cut the dough by hand to create fresh, chewy udon noodles.

2. Crispy Japanese Tempura

Learn how to make light and crispy tempura using fresh ingredients. I’ll share simple tips for getting that perfect crispy texture.

3. My Original Chewy Dorayaki

While the udon dough is resting, we’ll make my original version of dorayaki, a beloved Japanese sweet.

You’ll make soft, chewy pancakes using my own original recipe, then sandwich them with sweet red bean paste.

Discover the Secrets of Japanese Dashi

You’ll also learn about dashi, the traditional Japanese soup stock made from ingredients such as kombu (kelp) and bonito flakes. Discover how dashi creates umami, the rich, savory taste that is so important in Japanese cuisine.

More Than Just Cooking

After preparing our dishes, we’ll sit down together, enjoy the food we’ve made, and chat about Japanese food, culture, and everyday life.

With a maximum of four guests, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to ask questions and enjoy a personal, relaxed experience.

My kitchen is just a 10-minute walk from Tama Center Station, the nearest station to Sanrio Puroland.

Come hungry, bring your curiosity, and enjoy a little taste of real Japanese life!

I look forward to welcoming you!

About Host

yuka

Hello! I’m Yuka, a Japanese cooking instructor based in Tokyo.

I’ve been running my own cooking school at home for over 10 years, and I love sharing the joy of cooking and delicious food with others.

I’d love to welcome you into my home for an authentic Japanese cooking experience!

My cooking studio is located near Tama Center Station, the same station used to visit Sanrio Puroland, the famous Hello Kitty theme park!

Away from the busy tourist areas of central Tokyo, you can enjoy a more local and authentic side of Japanese life.

More than just a cooking class, I hope you’ll enjoy connecting with a local, sharing stories, and making wonderful memories in Japan.

No cooking experience is needed. Everyone is welcome!

I can’t wait to welcome you into my kitchen!

Area

Exact location provided after booking.