Private Tour
Kyoto Family Kitchen Cooking Class
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
You found the best experience in Kyoto for families! Come visit our home and let's have an every day home-cooked meal together. When you arrive, take a load off, drink some tea, and let's chat about your trip. We will segue into food talk and then we will preview the food that we will cook together that night. After that, we'll put aprons on and gather around the kitchen counter to slice, dice, and mix up the dishes. You will learn about the staples that we have from which most Japanese dishes can be made.
We are a busy family, but we are foodies and love to open our doors to the world. So as long as you are ok with coming over to a family home and making a meal with the kids, the cat, and the dog, let's enjoy the time together.
We open our home and hearts to you, in a setting where kids, pets, and adults can relax, eat, and talk together. Step into our house on the hill and become a part of our family for the day.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All seasonings and ingredients for cooking
All Fees and Taxes
Transportation to Kokusaikaikan subway station
Dinner
English-speaking instructor
Coffee and/or Tea
Alcoholic Beverages
Tip/gratuity
What To Expect
Welcome to “Kyoto Family Kitchen,” a fun, hands-on cooking experience set in the fresh air of our suburban home, outside the city center. What to Expect: • Explore the core staples of Japanese cooking—dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and sake—used in every family kitchen. • Hands-On Cooking: Experience how easy it is to prepare the delicious dishes Japanese families cook on an average night. Our informal, family-friendly setting ensures everyone, including kids, can participate and enjoy. • Relaxing Mealtime: After cooking, we gather around the table for a meal, sharing culture, ideas, and lively conversation. • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Designed for all ages, our class is inclusive and perfect for families. Our kids (Clara 12yo, Anna 12yo, Leo 8yo) love to join in! • Local Connection: Immerse yourself in Kyoto’s culture, experiencing life in a typical family home, away from the city. • Interactive Experience: More than just cooking, it’s like visiting family for dinner—come relax, learn, and enjoy. After booking, we finalize meeting times, prepare your menu, and figure out directions. We also welcome large groups and love hosting family gatherings! *minimum 2 guests please
Sample Menu
starter
Miso soup
Learn the secrets of balancing miso, dashi, and fresh ingredients to create a bowl of umami perfection.
main
Teriyaki Chicken
Immerse yourself in the sweet and savory symphony of soy, mirin, and sake, transforming ordinary chicken into a culinary masterpiece.
dessert
Zenzai
Zenzai is a traditional sweet soup made with small, round mochi (glutinous rice cakes) served in a warm broth of sweet red azuki beans.
starter
Tamago yaki (Japanese rolled omelette)
Master the techniques behind creating layers of savory egg sweetness, expertly rolled into a delightful culinary masterpiece.
main
Seasonal Vegetables
We will feature a variety of seasonal vegetables as side dishes, prepared in a traditional way, with options.
main
Oyako Don (chicken and egg rice bowl)
In this dish, tender slices of chicken and a velvety egg mixture come together in perfect harmony, creating a savory and satisfying masterpiece.
main
Okonomiyaki (Japanese pancake)
Discover the art of blending cabbage, batter, and savory toppings, creating a mouthwatering dish called okonomiyaki.
main
Niku Jaga
A classic Japanese comfort food with tender beef, potatoes, and onions simmered in a sweet-savory soy-based broth.
Options
Lunch/Dinner
Duration: 3 hours
Lunch or Dinner
Reviews
68 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fun evening filled with fantastic food and company!!
Kathleen B,
Jul 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an amazing time with Anthony and his wonderful family!! We learned some great cooking techniques and had incredible food with fresh, local ingredients. I would highly recommend this cooking class!!
More than a cooking class
Dylan D,
May 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00The experience last night was sensational. Really enjoyed the space with the Host and family. It truly felt like a beautiful home to interact with other people, whilst learning to cook and eat traditional Japanese meals. 100% would recommend doing it again in the future.
Fun experience - highly recommend!
Suzanne V,
Apr 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00GREAT experience - was really fun to meet a local Kyoto family and cook traditional Japanese food. They were very accommodating to our food "requirements" ... we were a group of 6, one of which is vegetarian and they were super about ensuring the vegetarian had plenty to eat!
We spent a lovely...
myrto k,
Dec 29, 2024
- Viator
5.00We spent a lovely afternoon with Naomi Anthony and their kids and pets! Such a wonderful family! Felt so welcome! Really unique experience!
A wonderful evening!
Nik S,
Nov 17, 2024
- Viator
5.00So glad that we decided to try out this Cooking Class / relaxing Family Evening. We even had another, rather traditional Cooking Class the day before. It was not bad, but it can't compare to this! Aside from learning a lot about the Japanese Kitchen, the ingredients, habits, recipes etc, we had a really great Time - and everyone knows: Food usually tastes better in company!! Hope same goes to the Hosts, wish you all the best!!
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