Private Tour
Experience all of Japanese culture and Japanese food experience classes "origami, udon, Japanese food, green tea, calligraphy" in 4 hours
Overview
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4 hours
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In 4 hours, you will experience Japanese culture and hospitality at home.The experience included origami, hand-made udon noodles, Japanese food, sushi and tempura.Experience matcha and Japanese sweets after meals.We'll make it with you.Drinks (sake, beer, shochu and soft drinks) are free.As a souvenir, in calligraphy, Keiko writes your name on a colored paper.Through this experience, you become a member of our homecoming TAKA and making friends around the world is one of our goals.We will welcome you as a family the next time you visit our home!
★ Vegetarians and vegans can also enjoy all dishes with different ingredients.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Vegetarians and vegans can also enjoy all the dishes with different ingredients.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
1. Meet at the central exit of JR Omori Station at 10:30 am. Look for someone with a bag with the "homecoming TAKA" logo on it. 8 minutes walk to my house. On the way, you will pass by a shrine and walk through a quiet residential area. 2. When we arrive at my house, I will explain today's program. Origami → making udon noodles → making Japanese food (sushi, dumplings, etc.) → matcha green tea → souvenir calligraphy colored paper 3. First, origami. Fold the paper crane. 4. After that, make udon noodles. Enjoy the process from materials to completion. You step on the material. 5. We will make sushi and gyoza together as the main menu for lunch. As an experience of Japanese cuisine, it will be the main course of the day. In addition, my wife serves some Japanese small plates. 6. Enjoy conversation and enjoy a leisurely lunch. All materials are made in Japan. Drinks too. Beer, sake, shochu and soft drinks are free. Drink, eat and have a blast! 7. After dinner, make matcha together. Taste matcha with local Japanese sweets. 8. Finally, Keiko will write the visitor's name in calligraphy on colored paper and take it home as a souvenir. 9. It's a regrettable time. My husband and I are easily moved to tears. We will send you off to JR Omori Station, hoping to see you again next time.
What‘s Included
apron
Lunch
origami
Drinks such as sake, shochu, beer, soft drinks are free
Souvenir (the name written in calligraphy)
Transfer
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Experience all of Japanese culture and Japanese food experience classes "origami, udon, Japanese food, green tea, calligraphy" in 4 hours
Reviews
110 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highlight of our trip!
toinw2026,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great time with Taka and Keiko. They were so welcoming, we instantly felt comfortable with them and had a great time learning, cooking, and eating! I booked this because of all the great reviews and am happy to add one more to the list. If you're considering booking, just do it! You will have the best time and leave feeling like you have two new friends in Japan. Side note: Don't be like me. I am a barefoot (no socks) enthusiast, which is more or less acceptable where I live but after going to Taka and Keiko's I read that you should always wear socks in people's homes, temples, etc. Taka and Keiko were too kind to say anything but I feel like I should spread the word just in case anyone else is living the no socks life. Maybe this is old news to the rest of the world but I had no idea. I will definitely wear or bring a pair of socks next time! And yes, there will definitely be a next time :)
Amazing day for the whole family.
jamescH1219UT,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience either Taka and Keiko. All of the aspects of the day were fantastic. They entertained, educated and fed our family (kids aged 7 and 3) for the entire day. Would highly recommend and cannot wait to visit again!
Highlight of our trip!
Relax07785684563,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had 3 generations of our family taking part in this experience ranging from age 16 to 77, and we all loved it! It was an extremely personal, fun, and educational way to spend the day. Taka and Keiko were so gracious and engaging, all of the activities were well thought out and organized, and it was so special to be welcomed into their home. You should definitely do this - it will be a highlight of your trip and you will leave feeling like you made 2 new friends!
The perfect homecoming experience in Tokyo
upuntldawn,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taka and Kieko were the perfect hosts.From the moment Taka met the six of us at the train to Kieko waving goodbye to us as Taka led us back to the train, we felt welcomed and part of the family. We learned a lot about Japanese traditions as well as their personal family life. We had an origami lesson, then learned how to make various types of sushi, udon noodles, and vegetable tempora. 2 of us don’t eat raw fish so they even provided vegetable alternatives that resembled the sushi so we felt included. We enjoyed the huge delicious lunch followed by Japanese sweets and learning about the proper way to drink matcha. Finally, we tried our hand at calligraphy. We left with a bag full of goodies including our personalized calligraphy beautifully done by Kieko as well as our own calligraphy attempts, sushi making items and origami papers along with a sweet treat. The four hours + spent with them were the highlight of our Tokyo stay. Don’t miss it!
A heartwarming experience
KianYik W,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time with Taka-san and his wife. Their hospitality went beyond simply teaching us a few authentic japanese recipes and culture. It was their warmth and kindness that stuck with us the most long after the experience. The thoughtful gifts for the kids as well as their patience in answering never-ending questions and sharing their knowledge will be forever cherished.
What a fantastic experience!
Doreen S,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a fantastic experience! We met Taka and Keiko, beautiful people! They guided us through folding Origami, making fresh Udon noodles from scratch, making Sushi, and cooking Tempura. Most enjoyable however was learning to write our names in Caligraphy and drinking Macha Tea the proper way. To top it off we were able to eat the food we created for lunch, YUMMY! We did so much that time seem to fly by, before we knew it we had to part, but we left with the feeling that we had made life long friends in Japan! We now belong to the Team Taka homecoming Family.
Taka and Keiko graciously...
Karolyn M,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Taka and Keiko graciously welcomed us into their lovely home to share their knowledge and passion for Japan, its food and some of its art . Our 4 hours together just flew by Being able to prepare delicious food with experts gave me the tips and tricks that I can use at home ! The communication before the experience was excellent and the instructions for the meeting place were very clear. I particularly liked the photo of the man we were to meet ! Thank you Taka and Keiko for a great experience. It was so special to have met you 🙏
Our Second Visit Was Like Visiting Family
DobermanTC,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited Taka-san and Keiko-san for the first time two years ago. It was a wonderful experience, and we were excited to see them again when we returned to Tokyo this year. Our first visit was a great introduction to Japanese life and culture. Taka-san kept in touch by email after our trip, and our second visit was like returning to see family members. Keiko-san prepared us a delicious Japanese meal, and we sat and talked for hours. We had plans to go to the sumo tournament the next day, and Taka-san found the tournament on TV and explained the rules and rituals. We shared photos of our travels since our last meeting and caught up on events in our lives. It was a real joy spending time with Taka-san and Keiko-san, and we will be certain to visit them again next time we are in Tokyo. (And they are invited to visit us in the U.S. anytime!)
Perfect experience.
leigh s,Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a special day spent with Taka-San and Keiko-San. They tailor made this experience perfectly to suit our needs and likes. They taught us so much about Japanese culture and about themselves. It was truly wonderful and homecoming is the perfect description. Taka and Keiko’s house is like being at home with friends. So glad we found this for our joint 40th birthday celebrations and Northern Ireland is now proudly the 36th country pinned on their map. Everything from the communication whilst booking to Keiko waving us off and Taka walking us back to the station was just great and we thank you. Arigato. Thank you again. We hope to be back to cook for you.
Amazing experience
X8737PUannak,Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a fun homecoming experience! We cooked traditional Japanese food - udon, sushi, and tempura, and everything turned out so tasty. We also made origami crowns, wrote our names in Japanese, and got so many thoughtful presents from Taka-san. It was a perfect mix of food, culture, and fun, such a special day!
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