Cooking classes in Nagoya don’t get more authentic than this delightful home-kitchen experience. Taught in a traditional Japanese house, these intimate sessions shine with the basics of homestyle cooking. The Ichiju Sansai Menu class – my favorite – covers essential dishes like miso soup, Japanese omelets, and chicken preparations. For local specialties, try the Nagoya-focused class where you’ll master regional favorites. Groups stay small (maximum 6 people), prices are reasonable, and instructions are crystal clear in English. Best of all, you’ll leave with recipes to recreate these dishes at home. Check out our selected cooking experiences in Nagoya below.
Key Points
- Grandma Junko’s Ichiju Sansai Menu Class offers an immersive experience focusing on traditional Japanese flavors, including chicken or fish, rolled omelets, and matcha tea.
- Nagoya Specialties Class teaches participants about the rich food culture of Nagoya, featuring dishes like Tebasaki chicken wings and Nagoya-style udon.
- Cute Bento Workshop allows participants to create seasonal-themed bento lunch boxes, accompanied by a matcha tea-making session.
- Classes are limited to 3 participants for personalized instruction, available in both English and Japanese, and wheelchair accessible.
- Positive reviews highlight the quality and enjoyment of the cooking classes, providing excellent value for money.
Nagoya: Grandma’s Traditional Cooking Class
Enjoy the authentic flavors of Japan by joining Grandma Junko’s traditional cooking class in Nagoya. This 3-hour experience is limited to just 3 participants, allowing for personalized instruction in English as you learn to prepare a classic Japanese meal.
Begin your culinary journey at Sakurayama Station, then dive into cooking a traditional ichiju sansai menu. Choose between chicken or fish as your main dish, complemented by rolled omelets, onigiri rice balls, sesame spinach, pork miso soup, and tofu salad.
After mastering these techniques, indulge in matcha tea and seasonal Japanese sweets.
Priced at $81.33 per person, this class offers excellent value and the flexibility to reserve now and pay later. With wheelchair accessibility and rave reviews, it’s an opportunity not to be missed for those seeking an immersive Japanese cooking experience in Nagoya.
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Grandma’s Nagoya Specialties Cooking Class
Nestled within the vibrant heart of Nagoya, Grandma Junko opens the doors to her traditional Japanese-style home, inviting you on a captivating culinary journey through the region’s renowned specialties.
Grandma’s Nagoya Specialties Cooking Class offers an intimate experience, limited to just 3 participants, where you’ll learn to prepare iconic local dishes like Tebasaki chicken wings, Nagoya-style udon, and the tempura-battered Tenmusu onigiri.
During the 3-hour session, you’ll not only hone your cooking skills but also learn about Nagoya’s rich food culture, guided by Grandma Junko’s lifelong expertise.
The class is accessible to wheelchair users and accommodates English and Japanese speakers. While vegans and those with gluten allergies can’t be catered for, the class includes a matcha tea-making experience and an array of traditional Japanese side dishes to savor.
At just Kč 1,942 per person, this hands-on culinary adventure promises an unforgettable taste of Nagoya.
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Nagoya: Grandma’s Home Cooking Cute Bento Workshop
Although nestled within the vibrant heart of Nagoya, Grandma Junko’s Nagoya: Grandma’s Home Cooking Cute Bento Workshop offers an intimate culinary experience limited to just 3 participants.
Over the course of 3 hours, you’ll learn traditional Japanese home cooking techniques from the grandmother herself as you create beautifully arranged bento lunch boxes reflecting seasonal themes.
From March to May, you’ll craft cherry blossom-inspired designs, while summer star festival motifs take over from June to August. Autumn leaves and snowman designs will grace your bento boxes in the following seasons.
Complementing the hands-on cooking, you’ll brew matcha green tea and enjoy it with delectable Japanese sweets called wagashi.
The class is wheelchair accessible, with ingredients and tools provided.
While the menu can’t accommodate vegan or gluten-free diets, you can look forward to an immersive, hands-on experience exploring the heart of Nagoya’s home cooking traditions.
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The Sum Up
Nagoya offers a range of traditional cooking classes to learn about the local cuisine. From grandma’s home-style dishes to bento-making workshops, these hands-on experiences provide an authentic taste of Nagoya’s culinary heritage. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a curious foodie, these classes are the perfect way to discover the flavors of this vibrant city.