Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo

Learn how to make authentic Japanese food with this washoku cooking class in Tokyo. Experience the art of traditional cuisine, known for its fresh, seasonal ingredients and elegant presentation. Japan’s four seasons bring a wide variety of ingredients that shape everyday washoku cooking. In this hands-on class, you’ll prepare an Ichiju Sansai meal—soup, rice, one main dish, and two side dishes—while learning about Japanese culture, culinary customs, ingredients, etiquette, and the spirit of omotenashi. You’ll cook a complete seasonal Japanese meal featuring soup, steamed rice, a main dish, and two side dishes. Seasonal Menu Examples (Menu varies by season and ingredient availability.) Spring: Takenoko Gohan & seasonal vegetables Summer: Goya Chanpuru & seasonal vegetables Autumn: Kuri Gohan & seasonal vegetables Winter: Tonjiru & seasonal vegetables