☆Delicious Japanese curry rice and Tonkatsu set
・Japanese curry and rice
・Tonkatsu
・Salad and homemade dressing
・Mushroom (Shiitake) soup
・Japanese cold barley tea
or traditional Japanese green tea
・Sake (if you like…☺）
・Oshiruko
★If you have any requests for ingredients or dishes you would like to make, I'll try my best to accommodate your requests.
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.
Japanese popular alcoholic drink must be Sake, or called Nihonshu, made from fermented rice. The foundation of good sake is quality rice, clean water, koji mold and yeast. Premium sake differentiates itself in quality of ingredients and production process, so that flavors ranges light and crisp to richer, fruity notes.
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.
In this cooking experience, you can prepare two iconic dishes that can be considered as national food in Japan: curry rice and tonkatsu.
Additionally, let's make my popular homemade dressing together.
I will use high-quality ingredients and avoid artificial seasonings.
If you're interested, I can also guide you on what to buy at a grocery store nearby.
Experience how a typical Japanese family prepares meals in their everyday life and have a good time at my home!
Meet at station! Let's meet at Nerimakasugacho station Oedo Line which is just 25 mins away from Shinjuku station.
You can choose drink from either green tea, water or Umeshu, a Japanese Sake.I will explain you about what we are going to make according to my recipe. I will give you my recipe as a gift!
I’ll teach you how to cook curry rice , delicious salad dressing,and soup.
After lunch or dinner, I’ll take you a grocery store and show you what you need when you cook at your own home if you like.
Hello! My name is Junko. I'm a Japanese homemaker who has raised three children and now enjoys spending time with my grandchildren.
My love for traditional Japanese cuisine runs deep, as I have been accustomed to preparing these dishes since early on. I am committed to preparing high-quality, additive-free dishes with a focus on health-conscious cooking.
Born and raised in Tokyo, I've also had the enriching experience of living in places like Singapore, Hong Kong, and the United States for about five years in total. Along the way, I've picked up some English and enjoy using it whenever I can.
In addition to homemaking, my interests span a wide range. I'm an avid traveler who has explored many countries, finding joy in experiencing different cultures firsthand. When I'm not traveling, I indulge in hobbies such as swimming, reading, ikebana (Japanese flower arrangement), and playing the guitar.
I have a sociable and diplomatic personality, finding pleasure in engaging with people from diverse backgrounds. Sharing the richness of Japanese food culture is a passion of mine, and I look forward to connecting with you through this culinary journey!
Option:
✔︎Explore tourist spots near my home with my personalized advice. Borrow two bicycles for your convenience.
✔︎Japanese flower arrangement (Ikebana) experience.
✔︎Real kimono experience (for ladies' kimono only)
The closest station
Nerimakasugacho Station ,Oedo Line
How to get to the station?
From Shinjuku Station/Ikebukuro Station/Roppongi Station: 25mins
Free pick up service
This host can pick up you for free from the closest station!
Exact location provided after booking.
Francisca Thoen, Brazil
★★★★★Junko is a great host, I signed for a Japanese curry dish lesson, but for my surprise she taught me how to prepare a Tonkatso dish, a match mochi desert and a delicious salad dressing as well, thank you so much.
Mar 2024
Olga, Germany
★★★★I enjoyed the cooking lesson. I think this is a good start into japanese cooking. Very friendly host:)
Mar 2024
Response from Junko
Thank you for joining my cooking class. I want you to be able to cook not only in this cooking class but also at home. I hope you will try making these two menus at home, too. Thank you.
Cynthia, United States of America
★★★★★Very kind and prepared She spoke English so that helps a lot Her home is so gorgeous and her friend Michiko was also very helpful in the preparation
Oct 2023
Teresa, Germany
★★★★★It was great to spend the evening with Junko. She is a great host and I felt very welcome im her home. She patiently teached me how to cook and answered all my questions about Japanese food and culture. I can only recommend to visit her course!
Dec 2023
Cynthia, United States of America
★★★★★Very kind and prepared She spoke English so that helps a lot Her home is so gorgeous and her friend Michiko was also very helpful in the preparation
Oct 2023
Response from Junko
Thank you for your sweet comment. We're very glad to meet you and your family and talked many things. I'm looking forward to seeing you again!
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Response from Junko
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Duration of this cooking class is 3 hours.
It costs 9000 per person.
Please go to Nerimakasugacho Station ,Oedo Line which takes 25 mins from Shinjuku Station/Ikebukuro Station/Roppongi Station. Then Junko (host) will pick you up there!
Up to 6 people can join Junko'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.
