Private Tour

Grandma's Traditional Japanese Cooking Class in Nagoya

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Discover the essence of traditional Japanese home cooking, ichiju-sansai, in Nagoya, where local fermentation traditions enhance dishes with miso, malt, and soy sauce. Learn to craft a Japanese soup stock using kelp and bonito flakes under the guidance of Grandma, sharing her expertise and culinary wisdom. Choose from two menus featuring cherished family recipes like chicken and salmon celebrated in the region for generations.

After preparing and tasting these dishes, participants partake in a serene matcha ceremony, crafting and enjoying matcha with seasonal Japanese sweets. Limited to four people, this intimate experience promises a personalized journey into Nagoya's rich culinary heritage.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Have you ever heard of "Ichiju-sansai"? A traditional Japanese meal consisting of a bowl of rice with soup and three dishes is called "Ichiju-sansai" in Japanese. Ichiju means soup and sansai consists of one main dish and two side dishes. These are dishes that have been passed down in my family. We have two types of traditional Japanese daily meals. ◆Menu1: Chicken; Red miso flavored chicken, tofu and vegetable soup with soy sauce, Japanese omelet, spinach salad and Rice balls. ◆Menu2: Salmon; Grilled salmon with salted rice malt, mashed tofu salad, Japanese omelet, tofu and vegetable miso soup and rice balls. ●When you make a reservation, please let us know which menu you would like to make from menus 1 or 2. If there is no request, we will make menu 1. ●Note that one group of participants can only select one of those three menu. After tasting dishes, you will make your own matcha and have it with Japanese seasonal sweets. Please let us know in advance if you have any allergies or ingredients you wish to avoid. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.

What‘s Included

Guide: Languages offered: English, Japanese

Recipes

Welcome tea and tea during lunch

Private transportation

Options

Grandma's Traditional Japanese Cooking Class

Grandma's Traditional Cooking

Grandma's Cooking Class

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great Experience!
Dream54642825410,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Grandma Junko during my cooking lesson. Everything was beautifully explained and well organised, and Grandma Junko is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. I enjoyed learning more about Japanese cultures around meals too. Thank you so much, I’m looking forward to recreating my miso chicken at home in England with my recipe card!
Thank You Grandma Junko!
joncH1362QJ,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a fantastic experience! I travel to Japan once a year for business and I took a few hours to dive into learning a little about traditional Japanese cooking. I cook a lot but I picked up many new ideas and techniques! If you are in Nagoya area, it was very convenient. Highly Recommend!
Amazing food and even better teachers
773sagem,,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had the best time cooking with these two grandmas. They were extremely hospitable and kind. While doing the cooking class they were very open about the entire process and answered any and all questions I had. Plus the tea ceremony was amazing! Cannot stress enough how great this experience was- my top experience of Japan!
A Treat that will last a Lifetime
chachakola,,May 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
To experience Nagoya is to meet the people who make this place special. Grandma Junko and Chikako brings the joy of cooking through techniques she has learned throughout her life. It brought me back to the days of watching my grandma cook. This is the one “gift” you can bring back home that will last forever. She made cooking seem so simple, yet flavorful and beautiful. We can’t believe we made an entire meal (chicken wings, temusu, tamago rolls, spinach, Kamaboko artichoke) in a couple of hours. It was like, “Dining with the Chef”. To top it off, Grandma Junko showed us the techniques in a tea ceremony. I would highly recommend this activity. It’s an experience you’ll remember always. Thank you Grandma Junko and Chikako. We love Nagoya💕
Funny cooking in Japan
E5443YVvalb,,Dec 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great time. A private lesson, just my wife and I. A hands on experience with gracious teacher. Good food and a tea ceremony, too