• 33-50 Kamitakano Saimyōjiyama - Discover “Kyoto Family Kitchen,” an engaging, hands-on cooking adventure set in the refreshing environment of our suburban home, just a short distance from the city center.

What to Expect:

• Delve into the essential elements of Japanese cuisine—dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and sake—found in every family kitchen.
• Hands-On Cooking: Learn how simple it is to create the delightful dishes that Japanese families enjoy on a typical evening. Our casual, family-friendly environment ensures everyone, including children, can join in and have fun.
• Relaxing Mealtime: After cooking, we gather around the table to enjoy a meal, sharing culture, ideas, and engaging conversation.
• Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Suitable for all ages, our class is inclusive and ideal for families. Our children love to participate!
• Local Connection: Immerse yourself in Kyoto’s culture by experiencing life in a typical family home, away from the tourist crowds.
• Interactive Experience: More than just cooking, it’s like visiting family for dinner—come relax, learn, and enjoy.

After booking, let’s finalize meeting times, plan your menu, and arrange directions. We also welcome large groups and enjoy hosting family gatherings!

Minimum of 2 guests, please.

• All seasonings and ingredients for cooking
• Lunch
• Transportation to Kokusaikaikan subway station
• Dinner
• All fees and/or taxes
• English-speaking instructor
• Tea and coffee

• Alcoholic Beverages
• Tip/gratuity

• Miso soup - Learn the secrets of balancing miso, dashi, and fresh ingredients to create a bowl of umami perfection.
• Teriyaki Chicken - Immerse yourself in the sweet and savory symphony of soy, mirin, and sake, transforming ordinary chicken into a culinary masterpiece.
• 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.
• Tamago yaki (Japanese rolled omelette) - Master the techniques behind creating layers of savory egg sweetness, expertly rolled into a delightful culinary masterpiece.
• Seasonal Vegetables - We will feature a variety of seasonal vegetables as side dishes, prepared in a traditional way, with options.
• 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.
• Okonomiyaki (Japanese pancake) - Discover the art of blending cabbage, batter, and savory toppings, creating a mouthwatering dish called okonomiyaki.
• Buta no shoga yaki (pork ginger) - A delightful melody of thinly sliced pork marinated in a luscious blend of soy sauce, mirin, and, of course, the star of the show—fresh ginger.

Discover the ultimate experience in Kyoto! Join our family for a delightful dinner. Upon your arrival, unwind with a cup of tea and share stories about your journey. We’ll transition into a conversation about food and preview the dishes we’ll prepare together that evening. Then, don your apron and gather around the kitchen counter to chop, slice, and mix the ingredients. You’ll learn about the essential ingredients that form the basis of most Japanese cuisine.

Please note, we are not professional chefs; we have day jobs and a bustling family life. However, we are passionate food enthusiasts who love welcoming people from around the world. If you’re comfortable visiting a family home and cooking a meal with kids, a cat, and a dog, let’s enjoy a meal together.

We warmly invite you into our home, where children, pets, and adults can relax, dine, and converse. Step into our kitchen and become part of our family for the day.

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