KYOTO
Kyoto’s most-loved days out.
The 15 most popular cooking classes in Kyoto. What each one involves, how long it runs, what it costs, and who you book with.
Make ramen noodles from scratch at Ramen Factory in Kyoto. Small group class, customizable toppings, and included lunch.
Most Popular“Amazing experience. Very easy to follow and the ramen was delicious. All of the staff were very friendly and willing to help”
Kyoto ramen cooking class at a ramen factory: make noodles from flour, mix miso/salt/soy sauces, and take home a souvenir and recipe.
“I enjoyed it very much. the team was enthusiastic and happy to teach. we got to prepare our own chicken and noodles and create a combination of broth and added mixed element to create our unique ramen. it was a great experience”
Make Kyoto ramen broth, pan-fried gyoza, and onigiri in 90 minutes. English guides, small group, vegetarian option, eat what you cook.
“We loved the energy and that staff were very helpful without being intrusive. The food we cooked was delicious and we enjoyed the process. Great that we were given recipes.”
Make a Kyoto bento box from scratch: tempura, dashi, and knife skills in a small class, ending with a satisfying meal.
“Amazing experience! Very good food! Super chef! Thank you very much”
Hands-on Kyoto ramen and gyoza class with professional chefs. Make noodles, wrap gyoza, enjoy a full meal with drinks and recipes.
“We had an amazing experience at the Kyoto Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class as a family of four! The class was fun, engaging, and very well organized, making it enjoyable for both adults and kids. Our guide and translator, MIU, was fantaRead more”
Cook classic Kyoto izakaya home dishes in an English-taught afternoon class at Cooking Sun, with recipes you can repeat back home.
“A completely brilliant afternoon of making local Japanese food which we could easily make again at home. Wonderful instruction, friendly staff and we loved the food we made. A really great experience. Thank you for helping to make Japanese food accessible. Delicious.”
Spend 3 hours in Kyoto learning izakaya-style cooking, including dashi and seasoning, then sit down to dinner you made yourself.
“A really enjoyable experience. The ladies are so well organised and prepared. We had minimal preparation of ingredients which allowed us to make more dishes and enjoy a variety of foods. I'd love to do more classes with them.”
Make gyoza from scratch in a Kyoto townhouse. Learn wrapping and cooking, meet an English-speaking instructor, then optional samurai photos.
“Hama was the best! She was an awesome teacher! We are so exited to go home and make more Gyozas! They were so delicious and easy to make, we had such a great time and we enjoyed the experience so much. Thank you Hama from the bottom of our hearts!”
Cook Kyoto-style bento from scratch at Cooking Sun. Hands-on chef guidance, seasonal menu, lunch, and take-home recipes for $71.35.
“This cooking class was so much fun! My husband and I try and do cooking classes with each trip we take and this was one of the best! You make so many different types of food during this class and have a delicious and filling lunch once it is complete. Learning how to do tempura…”
Kyoto morning bento class: make sushi, tempura, teriyaki chicken and miso soup, then eat your lunch at a small English-led workshop.
“It was really fun making bento boxes- they catered to our food needs and it was interesting to learn the recipes - theee ladies very helpful”
Small-group Kyoto cooking class near Fushimi Inari: learn dashi, make five dishes, visit a supermarket, and take recipes home.
“Hands on. Lots of information. Knowledgeable and personable. Learn techniques for a variety of dishes. Plus ends with mochi (made by us) so how can you go wrong.”
Kyoto ramen and gyoza cooking class with pro chefs. Make noodles, wrap dumplings, enjoy beer or sake, and take recipes home.
“Rika was kind and took lots of pictures and videos of everyone to make sure we had the memory on camera. They were sure to always refill our drink right away if it was empty. This was a very memorable experience and might have actually been one of the best meals I had in Japan.…”
Kyoto ramen bowl painting and Michelin-style cooking class at Musoshin Academy. Create a custom ceramic, then build and eat top ramen.
“My partner and I had a great time painting our ramen bowls. Shin is an excellent chef who explains in detail how his ramen is made and he takes lots of photos while you assemble your own ramen!”
Kyoto sushi class in Kaori’s home kitchen: learn etiquette, make sushi rice, dashi soup and pickled ginger with tea and recipes.
“Something of the most memorable things we did in kyoto! It was very interesting, delicious and funny!”
Cook sushi or Kyoto Obanzai in Emika’s home, start with fresh matcha, eat together, and end with a tea ceremony in Kyoto.
“This was a very enjoyable and informative experience. Emika was very patient and kind. She explained Japanese customs as well as detailed instructions in making sushi, Miso soup, and two vegtable side dishes. After making and eating our dishes, she took us to a local market to point out several Japanese food products and spices.…”
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