Cooking Class Menu (Traditional Japanese Home Cooking):
Miso Soup – Classic Japanese soup with seasonal vegetables
Onigiri (Rice Balls) – Hand-shaped rice balls with various fillings
Vegetable Tempura – Crispy, light batter-fried local vegetables
Japanese Pickles – Easy homemade pickles using seasonal produce
Seasonal Preserves – Simple, homemade condiments like yuzu miso or ginger soy sauce
Seasonal Dessert – e.g. Matcha jelly, sweet potato balls, or yokan
Most dishes are vegetable-based but not strictly vegan. The menu can be adjusted to your preferences and dietary needs.
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.
Onigiri is a Japanese comfort food made from steamed rice formed into the typical triangular, ball, or cylinder shapes and usually wrapped with nori(dried seaweed). Stuffed with a a variety of fillings and flavors, these rice balls make an ideal quick snack and are a fun alternative to sandwitches for lunch.
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.
Miso soup is a traditional Japanese soup. It's base is "dashi" (Japanese fish stock) and Miso paste. Common added ingredients are Tofu, Green onion and deep‐fried tofu but differs by personal preference. The type of miso is different from region. In western and Easter Japan white miso is mostly used.
Experience real Japanese home cooking with Me!
In this hands-on cooking class, we’ll prepare classic Japanese dishes such as miso soup, rice balls, vegetable tempura, and simple pickles using seasonal ingredients. You’ll learn how to cook with traditional tools and enjoy the warm, everyday flavors of Japanese family meals. Most dishes are vegetable-based, and we’re happy to adjust the menu for your dietary needs. Great for food lovers and curious travelers alike!
Saori
Hi! I’m Saori, a Japanese home cook passionate about sharing traditional, veggie-based meals rooted in everyday family life. Let’s enjoy slow, seasonal cooking together!
The closest station
Chikugoyoshii Station
How to get to the station?
From Kurume Station: 30mins
Free pick up service
This host can pick up you for free from the closest station!
Exact location provided after booking.
Up to 4 people can join Saori's cooking class.
It costs 6000 per person.
Please go to Chikugoyoshii Station which takes 30 mins from Kurume Station. Then Saori (host) will pick you up there!
Yes, Let's Cook with Saori-Taste Real Japanese Home Cooking! has a vegan option.
Duration of this cooking class is 3 hours.
Yes, Let's Cook with Saori-Taste Real Japanese Home Cooking! has a vegetarian option.
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.
