1 Miso Ramen
When you are in Japan, you will learn that Ramen have three basic flavors, Salt,Soy sauce and Miso(fermented soy bean paste).
Making good Ramen soup from scratch requires a lot of time.
In my class, I'll teach you how to make a delicious home made Ramen soup easily.
And the ingredients are arranged simply to find out in stores such as Miso, Minced pork and Onion etc.
And then we will make Ramen noodles from scratch by using a traditional noodle knife and our feet.
All the progress is very interesting for everyone.
Fresh curly noodles are smooth and chewy.
2 Fruits Daifuku
Daifuku is a typical Japanese sweet that has been eaten on a daily basis for a long time. Recently, fruit daifuku, which is made by wrapping delicious seasonal fruits such as strawberries, mandarin oranges, and figs in white bean paste and sweet rice cakes, has become popular.
3 Local market tour
Omori is a town located just outside the center of Tokyo, where many Japanese people reside. In the past, seaweed farming was popular due to its proximity to Tokyo Bay.
I live in Omori, which is a residential area characterized by a mix of old small shops and some of Japan's largest supermarkets. On the way from the station to my house, you can visit various shops, including supermarkets, where I can introduce you to Japanese ingredients and seasonal items. This experience will undoubtedly provide you with a glimpse into real life in Japan, showcasing a culture distinct from Shibuya and Asakusa.
If there's anything that catches your interest, I believe it would be a great idea to do some shopping on the way back home after class.
Menu requests are welcome!!
If there are any specific Japanese dishes you would like to learn how to cook, please let me know.
Ramen is a noodle soup dish and perhaps one of the most popular Japanese dishes. There are many flavours of ramen, such as Shoyu (soy sauce) ramen, Miso ramen, Tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen and so on. Common toppings are Chashu (braised pork), Negi (green onion) and Nori (dried seaweed).
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.
All my classes are private classes.
Therefore, I will carefully explain each step, one by one. Additionally, while cooking, I will share stories about Japanese food and daily life in Japan. Feel free to ask any questions you may have during your trip or anything about Japan you'd like to know.
We make curly Ramen noodles and soup from scratch in this class.
After spreading salt water whole of flour, kneading the dough by your feet and a pasta machine both.
That work is so fun for everyone.
And you will be definitely surprised at the freshness and smoothness of homemade Ramen noodles.
And next, we will make Miso Ramen soup by simple ingredients as below.
Chili bean sauce and Miso make Ramen soup full of flavor.
Top the Miso Ramen with a soft boiled egg, corn and vegetables and the homemade Miso Ramen is finally done.
In my class, I will introduce simple recipes that participants can make even after going back to your country. I think it will be a very exciting and valuable experience to wrap fruit in freshly made hot and sticky rice cakes.
Moreover, the unique process of cutting the freshly made fruit daifuku using a thread, which is challenging with a knife, adds to the excitement. Why not create photogenic Japanese sweets?
Let's enjoy making home made delicious Miso Ramen and Fruits Daifuku along!!
Hello, welcome to Japan!!
My name is Junko Hayashi.
I'm a foodie person who loves to chitchat and entertain people .
I'm living in Tokyo with my great family(husband and a son).
I have been working at a hotel as a concierge in Tokyo.
Through my career, I notice that many travelers are interested in Japanese homemade food and love to meet Japanese people.
So, I decided to open a cooking class to invite those tourists to experience Japanese culture at home.
In the cooking experience, I can also guide you about Tokyo's hideout restaurants and the latest sightseeing spots, so please leave your help on traveling.
I am looking forward to seeing you.
Instagram ID : jmammytokyo
Please check my cooking class and my daily life on Instagram!!
The closest station
Ōmori Station
How to get to the station?
From Tokyo Station: 20mins
Free pick up service
This host can pick up you for free from the closest station!
Exact location provided after booking.
Jamie , Canada
★★★★★We had an amazing cooking experience with Junko. Our family with two teens did the ramen and dessert class with a guided visit to the local stores and finished with a bonus calligraphy session! Junko is so kind and welcoming. She reached out to me after the booking and continued to check in to ask about dietary requirements via what’s app and email. We meet her at her local station and had an opportunity to walk through local stores and learn more about Japanese food and culture. Once at her beautiful home, we started cooking! She was so patient with my kids and made the entire experience very educational and fun. It was like we were old friends catching up! We enjoyed our home cooked lunch and dessert together. She kindly included some extra food (sushi) to make it an enjoyable experience! She then took extra time for a calligraphy class which the kids really enjoyed. After the class she also sent us a few restaurant recommendations and checked in on us when Typhoon was approaching later on our trip. Junko is warm, kind and funny. The cooking class was our highlight and it felt like we had connected with an old friend! I highly recommended this personal and private opportunity to learn more about Japanese culture and food. Thank you Junko!
Aug 2023
Response from Junko
Hi Jamie,
Thank you for your great review!!
I was so impressed your warm message.
And also happy to know that your lovely family enjoyed cooking , market tour, calligraphy and chatting with me.
Besides, I was glad you all finished the ramen , including soup!!
Please say thank you to your family too.
Looking forward to seeing you again when your children grow up.
Junko
Jamie , Canada
★★★★★We had an amazing cooking experience with Junko. Our family with two teens did the ramen and dessert class with a guided visit to the local stores and finished with a bonus calligraphy session! Junko is so kind and welcoming. She reached out to me after the booking and continued to check in to ask about dietary requirements via what’s app and email. We meet her at her local station and had an opportunity to walk through local stores and learn more about Japanese food and culture. Once at her beautiful home, we started cooking! She was so patient with my kids and made the entire experience very educational and fun. It was like we were old friends catching up! We enjoyed our home cooked lunch and dessert together. She kindly included some extra food (sushi) to make it an enjoyable experience! She then took extra time for a calligraphy class which the kids really enjoyed. After the class she also sent us a few restaurant recommendations and checked in on us when Typhoon was approaching later on our trip. Junko is warm, kind and funny. The cooking class was our highlight and it felt like we had connected with an old friend! I highly recommended this personal and private opportunity to learn more about Japanese culture and food. Thank you Junko!
Aug 2023
Elisa, Puerto Rico
★★★★★This is our second cooking class with Junko. The first one was during the pandemic. This time our family went to Japan. It was a memorable and amazing experience. Junko is an amazing teacher and the sweetest person you will meet. My whole family loved the experience. I highly recommend booking a class with her!!!
Jul 2023
Response from Junko
Hi Elisa,
Thank you so much for your great review.
How wonderful serving the cooking class in my kitchen with your lovely family after serving online class!! It was memorable for me too.
Please ask me anytime when you have question while making Japanese foods.
Looking forward to cooking with you next time.
Junko
James, United States of America
★★★★★Junko is amazing. It was the best experience ever. The cooking time was wonderful and we shared lots of ideas and news. We learnt a lot and eat the mochi in the very Japanese traditional way. We want to have more class with Junko. She is the BEST. We felt home with her!!! Annamaria e Camilo
Jul 2023
Response from Junko
Hi Annamaria and Camilo,
Thank you so much for your great review!!
I was happy to serve various Mochi meals (Sweet , Steamed and Grilled) in my class. You are real Mochi lovers.
And also good for me that you enjoyed sushi at my recommended sushi restaurant.
Please try to make Miso ramen and Fruits daifuku at your kitchen too.
I’m looking forward to seeing you in Barcelona!!
Junko
Kelci, United States of America
★★★★★Junko’s cooking class was so amazing! Junko is so warm, kind and patient. She’s a great cook and a really good teacher too. My husband and I had such a fun time learning to make miso ramen and strawberry daifuku with her. Junko also gave us some great recommendations for restaurants to try in Tokyo. Don’t hesitate and sign up for her class today, you won’t regret it! :)
Jun 2023
Response from Junko
Hi Kelci,
Thank you for your great review.
I was pleased with serving my class in your honeymoon.
You are a lovely couple!!
Please try to make Miso Ramen and Strawberry Daifuku at your kitchen too.
Looking forward to seeing you next time.
Ty, United States of America
★★★★★It was such a wonderful experience! Not only was Junko incredibly accommodating for the dietary restrictions of our party (vegetarian and food allergies), she was absolutely delightful company. There was never a dull moment in the entire process and we learned so much from her. I can wholeheartedly recommend this experience, and we will most definitely be coming back.
Mar 2023
Response from Junko
Hi TY,
Thank you so much for your two great reviews.
I also enjoyed teaching and talking about our lives each in Japan with you all.
Please come to my kitchen when you want to make Japanese homemade foods.
Ty, United States of America
★★★★★The cooking experience was so fun and we had great conversation with Junko. I highly recommend taking these classes
Mar 2023
Response from Junko
Hi TY,
Thank you for your recommendation.
Looking forward to cooking with your new friends next time.
Junko
Jordan, United States of America
★★★★★Junko was an incredible host! She welcomed us into her home and created an amazing experience for our family including a 5 and 6 year old! The dishes were incredibly tasty and we are so excited to try them at home. Junko even sent photos and videos afterwards! Huge thanks for making our trip so special!
Feb 2023
Response from Junko
Hi Jordan,
Thank you for your great review and choosing my cooking class during your short stay in Japan.
I’m very happy to know that you had fun.
And your children were really cute and good at cooking.
Please show me a picture if you make ramen at home.
Junko
Guerino, United Kingdom
★★★★★I joined the cooking class with my partner and it was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan! Junko was knowledgable, caring and very helpful in teaching us how to make a delicious miso ramen. I cannot recommend enough to join this cooking class, I can’t wait to go back to Japan for a second round! Thanks Junko!
Dec 2022
Response from Junko
Hi Guerino,
Thank you so much for your great review!!
I was happy to know that my class became the valuable experience in your Japan trip.
And also we had fun talking about Japanese delicious foods and good restaurants.
Please try to make Japanese dishes next time too.
Sincerely,
Junko
Mark von Schaewen, Germany
★★★★★English review is below. Ich hatte viel Spaß und Junko als Host war sehr nett. Wenn ihr Interesse an Ramen, Daifuku und an der japanischen Küche habt, kann ich euch diesen Kurs wärmstens empfehlen. Sie hat mir zusätzlich Tipps zu Restaurants und zum Leben in Japan gegeben. I've had a lot of fun in the cooking class. The host, Junko, was very friendly and if you're interested in Ramen, Daifuku or Japanese cooking in general, this course is for you. She also gave me some recommendations for restaurants and tipps for living in Japan.
Oct 2022
Response from Junko
Hi Mark,
Thank you very much for your great review in English and German too.
I also had fun making miso ramen from scratch with you talking about foot balls.
Let’s cook along if you want to make another Japanese foods since you are living in Japan.
Junko
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Yes, Making Miso Ramen and Fruits Daifuku (Sweet Mochi) with Local market tour in Private Cooking Class. has a vegetarian option.
It costs 12000 per person.
Duration of this cooking class is 4 hours.
Up to 4 people can join Junko's cooking class.
Please go to Ōmori Station which takes 20 mins from Tokyo Station. Then Junko (host) will pick you up there!
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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