Japanese Katsu Curry Cooking Class–near YANAKA, Tokyo!

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Let’s make curry roux from scratch at YUZU WASHOKU STUDIO, near charming Yanaka!

When you make it yourself, you can customize the flavor just the way you like. Japanese curry is a beloved comfort food enjoyed by people of all ages.

In this hands-on class led by a home chef, you’ll learn how to make curry from scratch and fry perfectly crispy, golden-brown tonkatsu—all in a fun, interactive small-group setting.

We provide simple, easy-to-follow recipes and share tips on how to substitute ingredients with ones available in your own country. Vegetarian options are also available—just let us know your preferences in advance.

Our studio is tucked away in a quiet residential neighborhood in Tokyo’s old downtown district. Here, you’ll get a glimpse of everyday Japanese life. As we cook together, I hope you’ll enjoy discovering the little details that make a Japanese kitchen special.

I truly look forward to welcoming you. Let’s enjoy cooking together in a warm, home-style Japanese kitchen!

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

Specialized infant seats are available

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Katsu Curry Cooking Class 10:00 a.m. - Meet at YUZU WASHOKU STUDIO. 10:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Lecture about Japanese Home Cooking & Tokyo guide 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 a.m. Cooking & Tasting In this class, you will learn how to make Japanese curry from scratch, without using store-bought roux. This allows you to customize it to your liking. I will also share tips on how to fry golden-brown tonkatsu perfectly at home. Additionally, we will prepare a refreshing seasonal vegetable side dish during the class. What You’ll Learn: How to prepare Japanese curry roux from scratch. How to fry golden-brown tonkatsu. How to make a seasonal veg. side dish. This Class Includes: Japanese curry rice Tonkatsu Seasonal vegetable side dish Green tea & water *Important Notes If you have any food allergies or special dietary needs (e.g., vegetarian, gluten-free, halal), please let us know when making your reservation. The vegetables used in the side dishes will vary depending on the season. Tonkatsu is typically made with pork, but we can substitute it with chicken or tofu upon request if you let us know in advance. Kindly let us know when making your reservation.

Sample Menu

main

Katsu curry rice

starter

vegetable side dish

What‘s Included

Rental apron and hand towel

Katsu curry-rice, side vegetable dish, green tea & water

Hotel pick up

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Japanese Katsu Curry Cooking Class–near YANAKA, Tokyo!

Reviews

5.00

18 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great experience, great curry
Y1366WOjessicaa,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had a wonderful time cooking katsu curry with Yuki, she is a great teacher and speaks english very well. She is also just such a nice person. She told me a lot about Japanese customs and gave tips on where to go. The curry was absolutely delicious and I feel confident to be able to make it at home. It was adjusted to my preferences (pescetarian). Thank you so much Yuki!
The Best Japanese Curry Cooking Class!
534nabielr,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was the best cooking class! Yuki was so incredible as my teacher. Explained everything, shared her secret recipes, was so thorough, and just as important, very clean! I can’t recommend this experience enough for anyone visiting Tokyo!
Amazing Cooking Class in Toyko!
536taliah,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My partner and I are visiting Tokyo and he booked this experience for us, I’m so glad that he did as it was incredible! Yuki is a wonderful host who makes you feel comfortable and guides you through your cooking class with ease. I would recommend this experience to anyone visiting Japan 🇯🇵🫶
Surprising hidden gem
Q4084TXscottl,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I was a bit nervous about appearing to be in a residential area. But I was surprised to discover this wonderful home studio and an amazingly comforting host. The experience was well structured using modern and clever tools and had lots of hand outs and instructions and as I say, the host was very kind. If you had any concerns you shouldn’t, this is very good value teaching you Japanese culture and cuisine in a real and relevant environment.
Best Katsu Curry Class in Japan!
C9906QDnicolem,,Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
YUKI’s cooking class was a great experience! My boyfriend and I booked this class because we love Japanese curry katsu. She is a wonderful teacher and provides you with a small gift at the end! You can make your meal and then enjoy with your group. She is very sweet and her home is beautiful. I would definitely recommend booking this class if you are staying in Tokyo!
Authentic style but easy class!
97mayn,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We got so much out of the class, Yuki was friendly and helpful but had lots of information to share. Home style Curry you can’t replicate from a box!
10/10 cooking class and lunch.
F8224QCjamesh,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Detailed and enjoyable experience to learn to cook japanese curry from scratch! Yuki was lovely and extremely helpful! The food was delicious and we left having jad a hearty lunch, 10/10, will try for the ramen class next time I visit tokyo!
Very good cooking class - recommended !
971marcellm,,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great cooking class thought by friendly yuki who knows her stuff well and can explain very clearly in english . Thank you for the cooking class Yuki, now i know how to do it myself back home from scratch !
Wonderful Experience
Ashley W,,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
My husband and I were traveling to Tokyo on our honeymoon and had the pleasure of booking the Katsu Curry class with Yuki. It was a 10/10 experience. Yuki was so sweet and the meal was not only absolutely delicious but it was something that we actually feel confident we could make at home. We also picked up a few cooking tips that will help us with cooking other things we usually cook better.
Wonderful Experience
Ashley W,,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My husband and I booked this class while on our honeymoon and had an absolute blast. Yuki was wonderful. It was a fantastic experience that I highly recommend for anyone wanting to learn how to make a delicious meal that they will actually be able to recreate at home.