▪️Making together Ramen and Yaki Gyoza (pan fried Japanese dumpling)
▪️A welcome matcha latte
▪️Origami making experience
▪️Serving homemade dessert with tea or coffee
★ Chicken can be used instead of pork upon request for both Ramen and Gyoza
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.
Our class is located in the heart of Tokyo, at our home kitchen in a quiet residential area 10 minutes walk from Shinagawa station. We will meet you at 11:00am in front of the ticket office right outside the Central gate and will head to our home kitchen together.
Upon arrival, matcha latte will be served as a welcome drink in a Japanese tea ceremony style. While we introduce each other, you will make your own chopstick rest with Origami. Then we will make crispy yaki gyoza and delicious ramen using fresh noodles and flavorful soup made with broth taken from our authentic homemade tender chashu (braised pork belly). We will ask you to make gyoza all the way through the process and will make ramen together along with the demonstration. In addition to this menu, we will be serving homemade dessert. All our dishes will be arranged in a traditional Japanese setting with antique and artist's tableware.
Our menus use ingredients that can be found in a nearby supermarket so it will be easy for you to try them back home. All recipes will be given as souvenirs.
Our class is in English and last for about three hours. Aprons will be provided so please come empty-handed. While enjoying our dishes, we would love to talk not only about the menu but the places we recommend you to visit in Tokyo. We would be happy to help you make your trip memorable!
★Our class is from 11:30 to 14:30 (meet at Shinagawa station 11:00).
★Please reserve with a minimum of 2 people.
We are both mothers of two and cooking is our daily routine. We both love to eat and have passion for cooking.
Nahoko has worked for a food section in a trading company and at a Japanese tableware store. She has attended various cooking classes and has served as an assistant as well. She loves to collect antique and artist’s tableware and enjoys setting the table beautifully with her dishes.
Tomoko has been abroad for 20 years including her childhood. After becoming a mom, she has lived in Singapore and in the US for 12 years. She has been exchanging recipes with her friends from all around the world.
We welcome you to a Japanese home experience in a relaxing ambience with Omotenashi, a heartfelt hospitality. Join us and let’s have an amazing time together!
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Alizée, France
★★★★★We had a great cooking experience with Nahoko&Tomoko, with excellent ramen and the fun of making gyoza. We also enjoyed the matcha offered as welcome, the origami activity and the amazing cake. But most of all, we had a great time chatting with Nahoko&Tomoko!
May 2025
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Alizée and Romain for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time cooking and chatting with you learning about each other’s culture. Please try making our recipes back home and if you have any questions, ask us anytime. Hope you enjoy your last day in Tokyo and please do come back to Japan again!
Kaylee , United States of America
★★★★★We had a wonderful time cooking with Naho and Tomoko! My husband is learning Japanese and he was able to have great conversations about the language, while I was still able to use English. We spent two weeks in the Tokyo area, and this cooking class was our favorite part of the trip!
Apr 2025
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Kaylee and James for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time cooking with you and enjoyed our conversation in Japanese. It is amazing that you have so much knowledge about our culture and hope you can come back to discover more!
Laura, United Kingdom
★★★★★Fantastic cookery class with Nahoko and Tomoko! I booked this class as a 30th birthday present for my brother. We loved learning to make the gyoza and demonstration of ramen, both of which were delicious. There were lovely extra touches, including making our own origami chopstick rests, sharing a cup of matcha together and hearing tips for travel in Tokyo and Japan. We were also very kindly treated to homemade birthday cake and offered a trip to the supermarket to identify recommended ingredients. The location is really convenient and there are no language issues for English speakers. From start to finish, this was a wonderful experience. I would definitely recommend.
Dec 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Laura and Jack for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time with you both and thank you so much for choosing our class as your birthday present. We were very happy to be part of the special moment. Please take care and hope you have an exciting expat life in Japan!
Miro, Finland
★★★★★Nahoko and Tomoko were very lovely and accommodating. Before making the food, we were introduced to japanese matcha tea and origami. The food itself was delicious and fun to make and the instructions were easy to follow. They also took us see a beautiful garden afterwards, as we had some time to spare. We were very happy with everything and can warmly recommend for anyone who wants more than just straightforward cooking from their cooking class.
Jan 2025
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Miro and Miranda for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time cooking and chatting with both of you. Please try making our recipes not virtually but together this time:) We hope you have lots of great times together in the year ahead!
Imogen , United Kingdom
★★★★★We loved our cooking experience. From the very start we felt very welcomed, Naho's home is also a very homely and relaxing place to be. We learnt how to make Gyozas and ramen, both were very tasty. They looked after us so well (even saving the day when my partner cut his finger). It was my partner's birthday and they even arranged a cake with candles which was a very thoughtful gesture. We will always remember the experience! Thank you . Joe & aimmy
Dec 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Immy and Joe for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time cooking with you and it was our pleasure to be part of the birthday surprise. Hope you will try making our recipes back home and if you have any questions, ask us anytime. Please take care and enjoy the rest of your trip!
Dan, United Kingdom
★★★★★We had such a great time with Nahoko and Tomoko! We were met at the station by Tomoko and walked to the Nahoko's home and were made to feel immediately welcome! Both of them were so lovely, and took time to get to know us over a matcha latte. Nahoka then walked us through the process of making, filling and folding gyozas and also how to make ramen. The gyozas and ramen both tasted great and the whole experience was extremely well put together from start to finish. Not only this, they then helped us to plan the rest of our Tokyo trip by giving us lots of fantastic recommendations. We loved the extra touches of origami and the japanese desert (we had matcha marble cake) and would highly recommend this to anyone wanting to do a very relaxed, home style cooking lesson!
Oct 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Dan and Charlotte for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time cooking with you and enjoyed hearing about your adventures in Japan. Hope our recommendations helped you enjoy the rest of your stay in Tokyo. You still have many more exciting adventures to come, so have a safe trip!
Georgia, United Kingdom
★★★★★We had a fabulous time with Tomoko and Nahoko, both were extremely welcoming and friendly! They guided us expertly through the steps to make gyoza and ramen, resulting in some very delicious food. They also took plenty of videos, capturing this great experience. This was one of our favourite experiences on our Japan trip, and we couldn't recommend them enough. Thanks again!
Sep 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Georgia, Nick and Jacob for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time cooking and chatting with all of you. You were all very skillful and made beautiful gyoza so hope you can enjoy having gyoza party back home with your handmade chopsticks and origami holder. Take care and please come back to Japan again!
Marilena, Italy
★★★★★My son and I had a wonderful experience, making delicious ramen and gyoza while talking with the kind host Nahoko. She showed us how to prepare Japanese tea and how to make beautiful origami hashioki as well. We had pleasant time and we will go back to Italy with these unforgettable memories. Thanks Nahoko for your kindness and sense of hospitality. Grazie!
Aug 2024
Marilena, Italy
★★★★★My son and I had a wonderful experience, making delicious ramen and gyoza while talking with the kind host Nahoko. She showed us how to prepare Japanese tea and how to make beautiful origami hashioki as well. We had pleasant time and we will go back to Italy with these unforgettable memories. Thanks Nahoko for your kindness and sense of hospitality. Grazie!
Aug 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Marilena and Giorgio for joining my cooking class and for a wonderful review! It was my pleasure to spend time with you as well. I’m so glad that you love Japanese culture. Enjoy the rest of your trip with your family and please come back to Japan again.
Marilena, Italy
★★★★★My son and I enjoyed the cooking class very much. It was a wonderful experience and Nahoko is a professional and very kind host. We made scrumptious gyoza and ramen, we ate delicious dessert and made origami hashioki. Thanks to Nahoko we have a fantastic and unforgettable memory to take home in Italy. Grazie!
Aug 2024
Marilena, Italy
★★★★★My son and I enjoyed the cooking class very much. It was a wonderful experience and Nahoko is a professional and very kind host. We made scrumptious gyoza and ramen, we ate delicious dessert and made origami hashioki. Thanks to Nahoko we have a fantastic and unforgettable memory to take home in Italy. Grazie!
Aug 2024
Carolyn, Canada
★★★★★I and my daughter recently had the pleasure of attending a ramen and gyoza cooking class with Nahoko and Tomoko. We must say it was an amazing experience! The intimate and homey setting of the class created a warm and welcoming atmosphere, allowing for a truly connected and engaging culinary experience. First, Nahoko prepared a matcha latte in front of us. Gave us the opportunity of using the bamboo tea whisk to create the best consistency of matcha, allowing bubbles to form before pouring in to the soymilk. That was delicious! Nahoko and Tomoko delved into preparing traditional shoyu ramen and pork vegetable gyoza ingredients. Sharing tips on how to make ramen soup and the kind of ingredients to look for. How to prepare chashu pork and how long to boil the eggs for ramen. Our hands-on experience of putting the ingredients together and shaping the gyoza was incredibly satisfying. I love this part! What truly set this cooking class apart was the sense of camaraderie and shared passion for food that permeated throughout the session. I and my daughter worked together to prepare the gyoza, and they gave us step by step instructions on how to do it, plus tips and stories along the way. By the end of the class, as we sat down to savor the fruits of our labor, the aroma of freshly cooked ramen and the crispy texture of the gyoza filled the room. We had a wonderful lunch. To wrap the session, we had marbled matcha cake along with the perfect pairing of barley tea infused water. In conclusion, the ramen and gyoza cooking class was a delightful experience that left us inspired and eager to continue exploring the world of Japanese cuisine! I highly recommend this class to anyone looking for a hands-on, intimate, and connected culinary adventure. I can’t wait to make ramen and gyoza when we go back to Canada! I am so excited for it! Thank you Nahoko and Tomoko for this amazing experience. It is by far, one of the highlight of our trip!
Jul 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Carolyn and Yna for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time cooking with both of you and to be part of a special mother and daughter time. Please try making our recipes back home and if you have any questions, ask us anytime. Hope you enjoy the rest of your stay and please do come back to Japan again!
Raman, United States of America
★★★★★Our family had a truly wonderful experience with Tomoko-san and Nahoko-san at Nahoko-san’s lovely home. They were warm and gracious hosts, and coached us with patience (and a lot of positive reinforcement) as we prepared gyozas from scratch and put together delicious ramen. The ingredients were fresh and high quality, and the cooking environment was scrupulously clean. Tomoko-san’s marble matcha cake was a fantastic close to our meal. Our hosts also gave us great shopping tips for the afternoon. Highly recommended!
Jul 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Raman, Savita, Som and Rohin for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time cooking with you all and hearing about your exciting adventures in Japan. Please try making our recipes back home, especially Rohin:) All the best to Som for his new journey!
Giles, Australia
★★★★★Amazing! We had an amazing experience with Nahoko and Tomoko. The food was delicious and both of our host were incredibly welcoming and helpful.
Jun 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Giles for your thoughtful review! We also enjoyed cooking and chatting with such two lovely couples. Hope you all enjoy your last day in Tokyo and please do come back to Japan again. Thank you so much for joining our class and hope you try making our recipes back home.
Joseph Molyneux, United Kingdom
★★★★★Our experience was fantastic. Nahoko & Tomoko are great hosts and provide an excellent, authentic experience. Highly recommend!!
May 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Joe and Emma for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time cooking and chatting with you. Hope you can try making our recipes back home. You still have many exciting plans so please enjoy the rest of your stay!
Martina Moizo, Switzerland
★★★★★Thank you very much for this beautiful experience!
May 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Martina for your thoughtful review! We also had a lovely time cooking with you all. Hope you can try making our recipes and origami back home. Thank you so much for joining our class and please do come back when the children are grown up again!
tony crossley, United Kingdom
★★★★★Thank you so much for an unforgettable afternoon. Tate and I had such a wonderful time!!
Apr 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Tony and Tate for joining our class and for a thoughtful review! We also had a lovely time cooking and chatting with you. We are so grateful that you chose our class as the final event of your wonderful trip. Take care and hope you visit Japan again. Arigato!
Sabrina, Italy
★★★★★Nahoko and Tomoko are awesome hosts. We had a great time preparing ramen and delicious gyoza! Thank you very much!
Apr 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Sabrina and Matteo for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time with you and hope our class was one of the memorable events for your honeymoon:) Thank you again and have a safe flight back home.
Lori, Canada
★★★★★Thank you both so much for a wonderful experience! Each moment was so special with curiosity, humour and kindness. Krista, Taryn and I wish you every success and will definitely come back our next time in Japan! Arigato gozaimasu!
Feb 2024
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Lori, Krista and Taryn for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time cooking and chatting with you all. As you enjoyed the plum blossoms, we hope you can come back for the cherry blossoms next time. Arigato! Matakitene:)
Erica, Canada
★★★★★Super friendly hosts and great conversation. The food we cooked was delicious. All in all a great experience, thank you! Erica and family
Dec 2023
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you again Erica, Adam, Cooper and Sierra for joining our class! We really enjoyed having you all with us:)
Erica, Canada
★★★★★Super friendly hosts and great conversation. The food we cooked was delicious. All in all a great experience, thank you! Erica and family
Dec 2023
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Erica for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time cooking and chatting with all of you. It is wonderful that you have returned to Japan with your family. We hope you enjoy the rest of your stay and have a nice Oshogatsu!!
Carlos , Colombia
★★★★★Hi, the experience went well beyond our expectations. Nahoko and Tomoko were extremely considerate and kind, the food was delicious and making it was so much fun for learning and eating! We learned a lot about authentic household japanese cuisine in a real environment. We are grateful for their kindness.
Dec 2023
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Carlos and Ale-chan for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time cooking together with both of you. We are sorry your wife could not join us, but we hope you will make our recipe for her back home. Please take care and enjoy celebrating the New Year in Japan!
Matt Khor, Australia
★★★★★Nahoko & Tomoko were excellent hosts! Very welcoming and very good cooks. Thank you for an amazing experience. Highly recommend this class for anyone.
Dec 2023
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Matt for a wonderful review! We also enjoyed having you and Debbie with us. The cute kangaroo and koala will always bring back memories of you joining our class. Thank you again and hope you enjoy making our recipes back home.
Michelle, Australia
★★★★★Nahoko & Tomoko ran such a wonderful cooking class we couldn't recommend it more to all of our friends & family back home! They were so lovely, friendly & patient with us - we even loved to sit down and have long conversations with them about their family, home & life in Japan. We learnt to cook Gyoza & Ramen, and witnessed a beautiful tea ceremony! 10/10 experience, would love to visit again. Thank yo Nahoko & Tomoko for your kindness and an amazing cooking lesson/local experience in Japan. You made our holiday wonderful.
Nov 2023
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Michelle and Jax for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We had a lovely time cooking and chatting with you and enjoyed watching your little competition. As you were away for a while, we hope you have a joyful and relaxing holiday season back home with your family and friends.
Angelika Dörfler-Hatheyer, Austria
★★★★★We all had the most wonderful time with Nahoko and Tomoko - I can recommend their cooking class whole-heartedly! Next to cooking excellent Gyoza and super tasty ramen, they showed us how to enjoy match tea and how to make origami chopstick holders. Both were very kind and great hosts. Thanks again for inviting us to your home. Angelika + family from Vienna, Austria
Nov 2023
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Angelika for a wonderful review! We also had a lovely time with you all. With your great teamwork, we are sure you will make a perfect ramen and gyoza back home. Thank you so much for joining our class and please come back to Japan again!
Birk, Denmark
★★★★★A great experience for me and my wife. Very cozy and a big plus being the only ones there so we were able to have amazing talks to learn about the culture and food of Japan.
Nov 2023
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Birk and Maiken for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also enjoyed cooking and talking about each other’s culture. We will definitely have your music on for our next class! Thank you again and hope you enjoy the rest of your stay.
Michael, Denmark
★★★★★We had a great experience learning how to make gyoza and ramen in the cooking class hosted by Nahoko and Tomoko. They were fantastic hosts and we felt very welcomed - we had such a good time talking and cooking. Tomoko walked us from the station and Nahoko was ready to greet us with a modern tea ceremony in her lovely home. The food was delicious and we look forward to making it again when we get back home. We had a lot of fun folding gyozas and making the dish on our own with attentive guidance from the hosts. The ramen looked amazing with the beautiful color of the flavored eggs. We can heartily recommend this cooking class to anyone interested in Japanese cooking.
Sep 2023
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you Michael for joining our class and for a wonderful review! We also enjoyed having you and Signe with us. Hope you found a nice chopstick to enjoy our dishes back home. If you have any questions, ask us anytime. Thank you again and please come back to Japan for the 4th and 5th time!
James, United Kingdom
★★★★★This was a lovely experience for our family. We throughly enjoyed learning the recipes and eating what we cooked. We will also cherish the origami skills. You were both wonderful and gracious hosts. We have happy memories of experience and will do it again when we return to Tokyo.
Aug 2023
Response from Nahoko&Tomoko
Thank you so much for joining our class and for a wonderful review!! We also had a lovely time with you all. Please try to make our recipes back home and if you have any questions, ask us anytime.
Thank you again and hope you enjoy the rest of your stay.
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Duration of this cooking class is 3 hours.
It costs 11000 per person.
Up to 6 people can join Nahoko&Tomoko's cooking class.
Please go to Shinagawa Station which takes 0 mins from Shinagawa Station. Then Nahoko&Tomoko (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.
