Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo Tower with Food Tasting

5.00

5.0(6 reviews)

3 hours

Japanese, English

Mobile ticket

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Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Learn to cook authentic Japanese home-style meals with a friendly mother-daughter team in a cozy Tokyo kitchen. We offer two different course options:

1. Temaki Sushi Course

Make sushi rice, tamagoyaki (Japanese omelet), and teriyaki chicken, then roll your own sushi with fresh fish, vegetables, or tofu.

Vegetarian options available.

2. Japanese Hamburger Steak Course

Prepare a full set meal with juicy hambāgu (Japanese-style hamburger steak), potato salad, and miso soup.

No vegetarian option available.

Optional drinks: sake/craft beer.

Lessons are taught entirely in English, so international travelers can join with confidence. No cooking experience is required. We’ll guide you through each step.

After cooking, we’ll enjoy the meal together and happily share local tips or help you plan your Tokyo trip.

This is more than just a cooking class—it’s a warm cultural exchange that lets you experience real Japanese life.

Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

What To Expect

Join a unique Japanese home cooking experience led by a mother-daughter team in the heart of Tokyo. Mari, a professional culinary expert featured in TV programs and magazines, and her daughter Ayumi, a bilingual interpreter and assistant, will guide you through every step of the experience — all in English. First, we’ll introduce the cultural background of the dishes through a short slideshow. Then, in our home kitchen, you’ll learn how to prepare traditional Japanese home-cooked dishes, cook together, and enjoy a warm meal at the table. This is more than just a cooking class — it's a cultural exchange. As Tokyo locals with over 15 years of experience living in the city, we’re also happy to help you plan your trip or share local tips over the meal. Come hungry and curious — and leave with full stomachs and happy hearts! Class Instagram: @hometaste_japanesecookingclass Teacher Instagram: @mariyukinaga

Sample Menu

main

Temaki sushi (hand-rolled sushi cones)

Guests will cook teriyaki chicken, make tamagoyaki and sushi rice, then roll and enjoy their own temaki sushi. Vegetarian options available.

main

Japanese Hamburger Steak Set (Teishoku)

Guests will cook Japanese-style hamburger steak, creamy potato salad, and miso soup with tofu and dashi. No vegetarian option available.

main

Temaki Sushi Course with Japanese sake

For 2 guests, the package includes three 360ml bottles. For 4 guests, it includes six 360ml bottles.

main

Japanese Hamburger Steak Set (Teishoku) with craft beer

For 2 guests, the package includes three 350ml bottles. For 4 guests, it includes six 350ml bottles.

Options

Temaki Sushi Course

Temaki Sushi

Hamburger Steak w/ craft beer

Hamburger Steak w/ craft beer: For 2 guests, the package includes three 350ml bottles. For 4 guests, it includes six 350ml bottles.

Temaki Sushi Course with sake

Temaki Sushi Course with sake: For 2 guests, the package includes three 360ml bottles. For 4 guests, it includes six 360ml bottles.

Japanese Hamburger Steak Set

Hamburger Steak Set

Hamburger Steak w/Dashi

Original Dashi making Duration: 3 hours Hamburger Steak

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Lunch

Dinner

Meals

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

First Cooking Class
Go40822394928,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I participated in an advanced lesson and challenged myself to fillet a fish from scratch. The instructor taught me very carefully, so I was able to understand each step, even the difficult ones! I learned a lot of knowledge and skills that I don't usually have the opportunity to learn, such as how to handle fish and how to use a knife. 📚 The small class size made it easy to ask questions, and the friendly atmosphere throughout made it a fun and enjoyable experience. I would like to participate in another lesson in the future. Thank you very much.
Authentic Japanese cooking experience
980t ac,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a highlight to finish our trip in Japan on! I love Japanese food and it was great to learn how to cook at home more authentically and with better flavour. My mum is a food teacher and was excited to learn different cooking techniques. Ayumi and Mari's warmth and humour were infectious and their instructions were easy to follow. Being able to eat what we'd helped make at the end of the class was so satisfying and delicious. Having both an English and Japanese option made the class super accessible. To anyone wanting an authentic experience with Japanese cooking. we couldn't recommend this enough!
I felt like part of the ohana (family)!
Anne C,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Ayumi-san and Mari-san are the best! We started the experience by going marketing. They went above and beyond and explained different ingredients and products to me that I was interested in. They even took me to extra stores to find certain products I wanted. We started cooking. It was easy to follow along. Mari-san and Ayumi-san made dishes beyond what was listed on the description because I had shown interest in learning about them. I felt like part of their family. I loved all the dishes we made.
Great experience, recommended :)
DBot2023,Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
After a hectic day of shopping in Shibuya, my sister & I headed to the district of Ebisu (just a few minutes away by train) for our cooking class. Ebisu is a charming little town, with its garden town center, shops, & restaurants. We were promptly met by Ayumi & Mari just outside the train station. First, we headed to the grocery store to pick up a few ingredients. The grocery store was amazing. Loved looking at all the beautiful produce, meat/seafood, & especially the bread/pastry section with its own bakery, yum! From the grocery store, we walked to Ayumi’s apartment nearby. We had so much fun cooking and even learning a little Japanese in her tiny apartment. I can’t wait to try Mari’s method for making miso soup, hamburger, & potato salad at home. I will never make it the same again. Our cooking class was one of the highlights of our visit to Japan. Arigatou gozaimasu :)
Incredible! Traditional, delicious and welcoming
I5887PYmollyc,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Incredible! Had such a lovely time learning how to cook Japanese cuisine. Ayumi and her mother’s passion and care was evident in their delivery. The food was delicious and I couldn’t recommend this more if you’re looking for an authentic, intimate and welcoming environment to learn about Japanese food.
Fun and tasty
863kayen,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a wonderful experience! Mari-san and Ayumi-san were great instructors. I had a lot of fun learning how to make Japanese food and even feel better about my cooking skills at home. Lunch was delicious!

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Mobile ticket

Show all 13 photos

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Learn to cook authentic Japanese home-style meals with a friendly mother-daughter team in a cozy Tokyo kitchen. We offer two different course options:

1. Temaki Sushi Course

Make sushi rice, tamagoyaki (Japanese omelet), and teriyaki chicken, then roll your own sushi with fresh fish, vegetables, or tofu.

Vegetarian options available.

2. Japanese Hamburger Steak Course

Prepare a full set meal with juicy hambāgu (Japanese-style hamburger steak), potato salad, and miso soup.

No vegetarian option available.

Optional drinks: sake/craft beer.

Lessons are taught entirely in English, so international travelers can join with confidence. No cooking experience is required. We’ll guide you through each step.

After cooking, we’ll enjoy the meal together and happily share local tips or help you plan your Tokyo trip.

This is more than just a cooking class—it’s a warm cultural exchange that lets you experience real Japanese life.

Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

What To Expect

Sample Menu

main

Temaki sushi (hand-rolled sushi cones)

Guests will cook teriyaki chicken, make tamagoyaki and sushi rice, then roll and enjoy their own temaki sushi. Vegetarian options available.

main

Japanese Hamburger Steak Set (Teishoku)

Guests will cook Japanese-style hamburger steak, creamy potato salad, and miso soup with tofu and dashi. No vegetarian option available.

main

Temaki Sushi Course with Japanese sake

For 2 guests, the package includes three 360ml bottles. For 4 guests, it includes six 360ml bottles.

main

Japanese Hamburger Steak Set (Teishoku) with craft beer

For 2 guests, the package includes three 350ml bottles. For 4 guests, it includes six 350ml bottles.

Options

Temaki Sushi Course

Temaki Sushi

Hamburger Steak w/ craft beer

Hamburger Steak w/ craft beer: For 2 guests, the package includes three 350ml bottles. For 4 guests, it includes six 350ml bottles.

Temaki Sushi Course with sake

Temaki Sushi Course with sake: For 2 guests, the package includes three 360ml bottles. For 4 guests, it includes six 360ml bottles.

Japanese Hamburger Steak Set

Hamburger Steak Set

Hamburger Steak w/Dashi

Original Dashi making Duration: 3 hours Hamburger Steak

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Lunch

Dinner

Meals

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

First Cooking Class
Go40822394928,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I participated in an advanced lesson and challenged myself to fillet a fish from scratch. The instructor taught me very carefully, so I was able to understand each step, even the difficult ones! I learned a lot of knowledge and skills that I don't usually have the opportunity to learn, such as how to handle fish and how to use a knife. 📚 The small class size made it easy to ask questions, and the friendly atmosphere throughout made it a fun and enjoyable experience. I would like to participate in another lesson in the future. Thank you very much.
Authentic Japanese cooking experience
980t ac,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a highlight to finish our trip in Japan on! I love Japanese food and it was great to learn how to cook at home more authentically and with better flavour. My mum is a food teacher and was excited to learn different cooking techniques. Ayumi and Mari's warmth and humour were infectious and their instructions were easy to follow. Being able to eat what we'd helped make at the end of the class was so satisfying and delicious. Having both an English and Japanese option made the class super accessible. To anyone wanting an authentic experience with Japanese cooking. we couldn't recommend this enough!
I felt like part of the ohana (family)!
Anne C,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Ayumi-san and Mari-san are the best! We started the experience by going marketing. They went above and beyond and explained different ingredients and products to me that I was interested in. They even took me to extra stores to find certain products I wanted. We started cooking. It was easy to follow along. Mari-san and Ayumi-san made dishes beyond what was listed on the description because I had shown interest in learning about them. I felt like part of their family. I loved all the dishes we made.
Great experience, recommended :)
DBot2023,Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
After a hectic day of shopping in Shibuya, my sister & I headed to the district of Ebisu (just a few minutes away by train) for our cooking class. Ebisu is a charming little town, with its garden town center, shops, & restaurants. We were promptly met by Ayumi & Mari just outside the train station. First, we headed to the grocery store to pick up a few ingredients. The grocery store was amazing. Loved looking at all the beautiful produce, meat/seafood, & especially the bread/pastry section with its own bakery, yum! From the grocery store, we walked to Ayumi’s apartment nearby. We had so much fun cooking and even learning a little Japanese in her tiny apartment. I can’t wait to try Mari’s method for making miso soup, hamburger, & potato salad at home. I will never make it the same again. Our cooking class was one of the highlights of our visit to Japan. Arigatou gozaimasu :)
Incredible! Traditional, delicious and welcoming
I5887PYmollyc,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Incredible! Had such a lovely time learning how to cook Japanese cuisine. Ayumi and her mother’s passion and care was evident in their delivery. The food was delicious and I couldn’t recommend this more if you’re looking for an authentic, intimate and welcoming environment to learn about Japanese food.
Fun and tasty
863kayen,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a wonderful experience! Mari-san and Ayumi-san were great instructors. I had a lot of fun learning how to make Japanese food and even feel better about my cooking skills at home. Lunch was delicious!