Skip the shortcuts of standard cooking schools and learn to make the perfect bowl of ramen entirely from scratch the vegetarian way. Feel like a professional as you learn ramen-making secrets from a chef—from the perfect broth, two ways, to hand-crafted noodles.
- Make ramen noodles from scratch and gyoza in Tokyo.
- Get more personalized feedback thanks to the small group size.
- Take home a cooking e-book so you can recreate the recipe at home.
- Use professional kitchen-grade equipment in a restaurant setting
We can also cater to Vegans and Gluten Free and other dietary requirements as long as you let us know in advance!
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).
Gyoza is a dumpling using wrapping thing dough to hold the inner ingredients. Most commonly, minced pork, cabbage, Garlic and Leek. The origin of Gyoza is from China but it has evolved uniquely in Japan and now quite different from the Chinese one.
More than a cooking class—become a ramen chef for a day. Step into a real Tokyo restaurant and train alongside our professional cooking brigade alongside a group of fellow travelers.
You'll learn how to make a rich and flavorful broth using only plant-based ingredients, and how to prepare the toppings that will take your ramen to the next level.
Konichiwa! My name is Andrew Baba, but you can call me ramen sensei! I've been a ramen 'Otaku' (having a ramen obsession) since a young child and through years of trials and tribulation, I am now teaching people how to make ramen. I am half Japanese as you might tell from my family name and am fluent in both English and Japanese so be great to have some language exchange and hopefully give you insight into the Japanese ways alongside teaching you about ramen.
I am excited to share my knowledge of ramen with you and help you become a ramen master too! Don't worry if you're a beginner - I'll guide you through every step and we'll make sure to have fun along the way. Plus, if you're interested, I can share some interesting facts and stories about Japan and its culture. So, ramen calm and let's make your first bowl of ramen!
The closest station
Meguro Station
How to get to the station?
From Meguro Station: 10mins
Exact location provided after booking.
Tessa, United States of America
★★★★★LOVED our cooking class! The class is just the right size and you learn so much during it. Highly recommend!
Nov 2023
Response from Andrew
Thanks for the review Tessa! If I could give you 5 stars as a guest, I would haha
All the best
Andy
Juan , United Kingdom
★★★★★I had a wonderful day from start to finish. I was warmly greeted upon arrival at the restaurant by Andrew. Andrew talked us through the different types of ramen and as a vegetarian, two of us, he explained the how to make the dashi meat based and veggie. . Then we proceeded to wash our hands and don our aprons and we started with washing, chopping and cooking various mushrooms and veggies. The experience was superb. You really get to cook your own lunch instead of just watching. I learnt so much over the next 3.30 hours! The vegetables gyozas were so yummy and the veggie ramen was the best one I ever had. Super delicious and I even made my own noodles from scratch, wow I loved the experience and I recommend it to any one who would like to learn about Japanese food. Wether you are a vegetarian, vegan or meat eater this course is adapted to your needs. Andrew went above and beyond and the day it exceeded my expectations. I look forward to returning to Tokyo and to cook again under your supervision. Arigato gozaimasu Andrew-san.
Oct 2023
Response from Andrew
Thank you for the lovely review Juan! :D
Remember to send me some photos when you do make ramen at home, be great to see them!
Yuka, Japan
★★★★★Taking part in the cooking class was one of the highlights of our Japan trip. As vegetarians (and former Tonkotsu Ramen lovers), we were never fully satisfied with the veggie options at Ramen restaurants, as the soups tend to be rather thin. The recipe from Andrew, however, taught us how to make a thick and delicious veggie Ramen soup packed with flavour, and we could not be happier about it. Andrew was also extremely friendly and knowledged. He made sure everyone was having a good time and answered all of our questions no matter how small or silly! I would recommend this cooking class to anyone, even the non-veg Ramen lovers. Thank you for the amazing experience and recipe!
Sep 2023
Response from Andrew
Arigato Yuka!
Lovely to meet you both and glad to hear you enjoyed it!
Thanks for the lovely review as well, if you do make some ramen back at home, please do let me know and send me some photos! :)
Jony, Netherlands
★★★★★We had a great time with Andrew! Good explainer, nice ingredients, wonderful and tasteful result. And the best: all vegetarian! Highly recommend.
Oct 2023
Response from Andrew
Thanks for the review Jony!
It was good to meet you and hope you enjoyed Japan!
Kate , Australia
★★★★★Thank you so much for an amazing experience! We had one gluten free guest and Andrew went out of his way to accommodate including buying all the ingredients for gluten free noodles! I would highly recommend this activity for any foodie who loves to get their hands dirty and learn all the insider tricks. A fantastic morning with mouth watering food to share at the end.
Sep 2023
Response from Andrew
Thanks for the review Kate! It was great meeting you all and I had good fun with you guys too!
Thanks for mentioning the Gluten free noodles haha
All the best!
Christoph, Germany
★★★★★Amazing experience and one of the highlights of our Japan trip :) Andrew managed to create a super relaxed but also informative atmosphere. We had a lot of fun, learned a lot and had a delicious lunch - what more do you need haha (also we got the recipes with all of the tricks for repeating it at home!)
Sep 2023
Response from Andrew
Thanks for the prompt review Christoph - glad you liked it and great meeting you both :)
Jessica, Italy
★★★★★Our cooking class with Andrew exceeded our expectative! He is a great host!
Aug 2023
Response from Andrew
Hi Jessica,
Thanks for leaving me a review, it's always really appreciated! And glad you had a good time - it was lovely meeting you!
Trevor, United States of America
★★★★★Had a lovely time with Andrew and his class last week. Due to my big interests in ramen making, he showed me how to make both types of ramen broths; Chintan and Paitan - I do remember! ;) Very bespoke class, very knowledgeable about ramen and the various small details of every step as well. Seemed like there wasn't a question, he wouldn't have an answer for! This is a very tailored cooking class; he is a ramen expert and would be well versed to show the ramen way to any level of cook interested in this endeavour Thanks again Andrew!
May 2023
Response from Andrew
Hi Trevor,
Sorry for the late reply although thank you so much for this detailed review - it's really appreciated. I think your review shouts more as to how my class is, rather than my descriptions! haha
Lovely to meet you and hope you make some ramen at home soon!
Melda, Switzerland
★★★★★Attending the class of Andrew was an exceptional culinary journey. The knowledgeable instructor, well-structured curriculum, and emphasis on quality ingredients made it a standout choice. I highly recommend this cooking class for anyone seeking to enhance their skills and indulge in a remarkable culinary adventure!It was definitely a lot of fun.
May 2023
Response from Andrew
Hi Melda,
Sorry for the late reply, I didn't realise I could respond to these reviews till today!
Thanks so much for the review - it was the first one if I remember correctly!
Hope you guys are still enjoying your travels and if you do make some ramen, do send me some photos!
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It costs 25500 per person.
Yes, Become a Ramen Chef for a Day: Vegetarian & Vegan Experience has a vegetarian option.
Duration of this cooking class is 4 hours.
Yes, Become a Ramen Chef for a Day: Vegetarian & Vegan Experience has a vegan option.
Up to 4 people can join Andrew's cooking class.
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.
