KYOTO
Kyoto’s most-loved days out.
The 15 most popular workshops in Kyoto. What each one involves, how long it runs, what it costs, and who you book with.
A 45-minute Kyoto tea ceremony lesson with a licensed Urasenke tea master, hands-on matcha, sweets, and kimono add-ons near Kinkakuji.
Most Popular“It was great, intimate with good explanations. We usually don’t like the biterness of matcha but this one was of good quality and vert sweet. We had a great time with informations on tea ceremony, matcha tea and even the ceramics we were drinking off”
Make ramen noodles from scratch at Ramen Factory in Kyoto. Small group class, customizable toppings, and included lunch.
“A very friendly and fun experience. I recomed it to all people. Come with an appetite so you can enjoy the food you prepared at the end.”
Make chopsticks in Kyoto Gion with a traditional hand plane, choose Japanese wood, and optionally engrave your name for a useful souvenir.
“The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Making my own chopsticks was a wonderful way to experience Japanese culture, and it also turned out to be a perfect souvenir to bring Read more”
Learn Kenbu in Kyoto with a small-group samurai sword class, costume photo session, and a bonus sword-dance performance.
“It was informative and fun to train with swords and costumes! We learned a lot in watching the videos and the show and the costumes were awesome. We got to keep the scarf and socks which my son loved. We had enough time for pics and videos. They teach you a few fighting techniques and…”
Kyoto ramen cooking class at a ramen factory: make noodles from flour, mix miso/salt/soy sauces, and take home a souvenir and recipe.
“Such a fun experience! My boyfriend and I did the class together and the cooking teachers were AWESOME! Highly recommend and a highlight of the trip!”
A 1-hour Kyoto dojo ninja lesson with outfit rental, meditation basics, and hands-on throwing and sword practice in a small group.
“For context, I am a 33-year-old male from US and I did this experience with my friend who is same age. Pros: It was entertaining and the hour flew by because we were doing so many activities. You learn a little bit about ninja history, but nothing too in-depth. We laughed and took a ton…”
Make Kyoto ramen broth, pan-fried gyoza, and onigiri in 90 minutes. English guides, small group, vegetarian option, eat what you cook.
“This was 10/10 and an excellent fun experience. The owner and staff were friendly and knowledgeable and the experience was got fantastic. Don’t eat breakfast as you make lots of food and we were stuffed!! They speak great English and the class was small and inimitate. One of the best cooking classes we have done…”
Learn Kyoto sushi with Kana in a small class of 8, make nigiri and maki, eat your creations, and take home tools and notes.
“Atelier Sushi is the best! Our sushi making class was pleasant, fun, engaging, and we felt like we can now make nigiri and maki at home. We appreciated the souvenir gift bag with class notes, sushi mat and chopsticks.”
Make a Kyoto bento box from scratch: tempura, dashi, and knife skills in a small class, ending with a satisfying meal.
“AI was absolutely lovely and so helpful. She was able to answer any questions we had and was super knowledgeable about Japanese cuisine.”
Hands-on Kyoto ramen and gyoza class with professional chefs. Make noodles, wrap gyoza, enjoy a full meal with drinks and recipes.
“Great hands on fun. Was delicious with lots to eat. All the hosts were friendly and looked after all your needs”
Cook classic Kyoto izakaya home dishes in an English-taught afternoon class at Cooking Sun, with recipes you can repeat back home.
“We absolutely loved this experience! The women who lead the class were exceptional. They were very friendly, knowledgeable and encouraging. It was a highlight of our time in Kyoto. We definitely recommend this class! There were many different dishes to prepare and try but they were all relatively simply and fun to make.”
Spend 3 hours in Kyoto learning izakaya-style cooking, including dashi and seasoning, then sit down to dinner you made yourself.
“The whole experience was wonderful. My daughter enjoyed the recipes and the instructions. It was a great cooking class and we appreciated the knowledge given on Japanese ingredients and dishes.”
Small-group ninja training in Kyoto with Kuji-In meditation, breathing and weapon skills, plus ninja outfits and same-day photos.
“It’s official! We’re Ninja certified. Such a fun experience! Full Ninja attire. Swords, stars, shuriken, blow darts and more! The instructors were great!”
Make gyoza from scratch in a Kyoto townhouse. Learn wrapping and cooking, meet an English-speaking instructor, then optional samurai photos.
“Very simple and fun class. YO was extremely personable and the setting is ideal for the cooking. We forgot to get the recipe as we were leaving but you get wonderful cooking apron souvenir.”
Cook Kyoto-style bento from scratch at Cooking Sun. Hands-on chef guidance, seasonal menu, lunch, and take-home recipes for $71.35.
“We loved our bento box cooking class. The chefs were friendly and helpful and we picked up som great tips for making it again at home. The food we made was delicious!”
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