Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo with a Local Chef Chieko

5.00

5.0(6 reviews)

2 hours 30 minutes

Japanese, English

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Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Chieko is a certified cooking instructor who was born and raised on Shikoku Island and then lived in Kyoto, Osaka and Los Angeles, before moving to Tokyo. Growing up on an island ensured that Chieko always has access to fresh seafood, as well as fresh vegetables and rice. She learned to cook traditional Japanese dishes from her mother . She is so excited to meet travelers from all over the world and teach them how to make a homecooked Japanese meal.

• 2 hour small-group Japanese cooking class in Tokyo, a 10minute walk from Shinjuku station

• Learn to cook simple, easy recipes using fresh and local produce

• Cook together one main dish + two side dishes

• Share a home cooked Japanese meal and get a glimpse into a local's everyday life

• Experience Japanese hospitality and connect with local culture over food

• Chieko can accommodate a vegetarian diet.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Your host can accommodate a vegetarian diet. Please choose your menu option and inform your host if you have any allergies in advance when making your Tokyo cooking class booking.

Please note your cooking class lasts 2.5 hours: 11am - 1:30pm or 5pm - 7:30pm.

Chieko hosts her classes at one of three kitchen venues in the Tokyo Shinjuku area. The class may be held at the Yotsuya or Shinjuku Gyoen classroom locations, both within walking distance of nearby stations. The exact venue address will be confirmed by email after your booking is confirmed.

What To Expect

Meet your host at her welcoming cooking studio in Shibuya City, just a 10-minute walk from Shinjuku Station. During this authentic Tokyo home-style Japanese cooking class, you’ll choose one menu from five delicious options and learn how to prepare traditional dishes from scratch. Over the course of this 2-hour, hands-on cooking experience, you’ll make one Japanese main dish and two side dishes using fresh, local ingredients. Your host will share family recipes and practical cooking tips passed down from her mother, helping you easily recreate these flavors back home. After cooking, sit down together to enjoy the meal you’ve prepared and connect over an unforgettable cultural dining experience in Tokyo.

Sample Menu

main

Please choose ONE menu from the below options:

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Option 1: Chirashi sushi (rolled sushi) + 2 side dishes

main

Option 2:

Okonomiyaki (Japanese pancake) or Takoyaki (grilled Octopus) + 2 side dishes

main

Option 3: Teriyaki chicken + 2 side dishes

main

Option 4: Tonjiru (pork soup)＋2 side dishes

main

Option 5: Soft and creamy Japanese omelet + 2 side dishes

Options

Cooking and lunch with Chieko

Cooking and dinner with Chieko

What‘s Included

Home-cooked Japanese meal

Shared Japanese cooking lesson in Tokyo with your host Chieko

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.00

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing- must do experience in Tokyo
Margaret J,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This cooking class was much more than a class. It was an experience not to be missed. Chieko and Yuki were informative, fun and so nice. The food was delicious and we definitely have some new skills to bring home with us. Thank you so much.
Chieko and her team of...
Nicole C,Mar 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Chieko and her team of lovely ladies were amazing and super helpful throughout. They explained what we were doing and why and about the different produce we cooked with. The end product was absolutely fantastic!! Highly recommend this experience.
Fun and delicious cooking class
MariaD336,Nov 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a really enjoyable and tasty time with our very talented chef Aki. Aki spoke great English and besides guiding us in cooking, shared a lot about Japanese culture. We made 4 delicious dishes, brought a bottle of saki and made a delicious dinner. Slow down the sightseeing frenzy, relax and learn culinary techniques with Aki!
Wonderful cooking class in Tokyo with Chieko
tylerbC9493EN,Oct 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Chieko and Aya were awesome. We learned how to make delicious Japanese cuisine like okonomiyaki, sesame spinach salad, and rolled. Chieko is a friendly, helpful instructor, and we recommend everyone interested in a cooking class in Tokyo book with her. Chieko and Arya made us feel very welcome, and we hope to one day return to Tokyo and learn more from them!
Host Junko was very friendly and...
AngieSam L,Jul 5, 2018
- Review from Viator
5.00
Host Junko was very friendly and warm. Asked in advance if we would like to put on the Yakata for an experience at no cost. And knowing it was my birthday, prepared a small birthday gift - so very thoughtful. Had a wonderful experience making sushi and onigiri at the home of a local.

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Show all 14 photos

Overview

Available languages

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English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

• 2 hour small-group Japanese cooking class in Tokyo, a 10minute walk from Shinjuku station

• Learn to cook simple, easy recipes using fresh and local produce

• Cook together one main dish + two side dishes

• Share a home cooked Japanese meal and get a glimpse into a local's everyday life

• Experience Japanese hospitality and connect with local culture over food

• Chieko can accommodate a vegetarian diet.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Your host can accommodate a vegetarian diet. Please choose your menu option and inform your host if you have any allergies in advance when making your Tokyo cooking class booking.

Please note your cooking class lasts 2.5 hours: 11am - 1:30pm or 5pm - 7:30pm.

What To Expect

Sample Menu

main

Please choose ONE menu from the below options:

main

Option 1: Chirashi sushi (rolled sushi) + 2 side dishes

main

Option 2:

Okonomiyaki (Japanese pancake) or Takoyaki (grilled Octopus) + 2 side dishes

main

Option 3: Teriyaki chicken + 2 side dishes

main

Option 4: Tonjiru (pork soup)＋2 side dishes

main

Option 5: Soft and creamy Japanese omelet + 2 side dishes

Options

Cooking and lunch with Chieko

Cooking and dinner with Chieko

What‘s Included

Home-cooked Japanese meal

Shared Japanese cooking lesson in Tokyo with your host Chieko

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.00

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing- must do experience in Tokyo
Margaret J,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This cooking class was much more than a class. It was an experience not to be missed. Chieko and Yuki were informative, fun and so nice. The food was delicious and we definitely have some new skills to bring home with us. Thank you so much.
Chieko and her team of...
Nicole C,Mar 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Chieko and her team of lovely ladies were amazing and super helpful throughout. They explained what we were doing and why and about the different produce we cooked with. The end product was absolutely fantastic!! Highly recommend this experience.
Fun and delicious cooking class
MariaD336,Nov 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a really enjoyable and tasty time with our very talented chef Aki. Aki spoke great English and besides guiding us in cooking, shared a lot about Japanese culture. We made 4 delicious dishes, brought a bottle of saki and made a delicious dinner. Slow down the sightseeing frenzy, relax and learn culinary techniques with Aki!
Wonderful cooking class in Tokyo with Chieko
tylerbC9493EN,Oct 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Chieko and Aya were awesome. We learned how to make delicious Japanese cuisine like okonomiyaki, sesame spinach salad, and rolled. Chieko is a friendly, helpful instructor, and we recommend everyone interested in a cooking class in Tokyo book with her. Chieko and Arya made us feel very welcome, and we hope to one day return to Tokyo and learn more from them!
Host Junko was very friendly and...
AngieSam L,Jul 5, 2018
- Review from Viator
5.00
Host Junko was very friendly and warm. Asked in advance if we would like to put on the Yakata for an experience at no cost. And knowing it was my birthday, prepared a small birthday gift - so very thoughtful. Had a wonderful experience making sushi and onigiri at the home of a local.