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Learn to Cook Japanese Cuisine in Tokyo

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Learn to Cook Japanese Cuisine in Tokyo

Do you want to Learn to cook Japanese cuisine in Tokyo? The most attractive aspect of Japanese cuisine is its simple yet meticulous approach to the ingredients. Without much seasonings and spices, Japanese cuisine often preserves the authentic taste of the food. For example, sashimi and tempura are barely processed, presenting the original flavor of the ingredients to the maximum extent.

Not only that, the number of top Michelin Samsung restaurants in Japan even surpassed France, ranking first in the world. Since Japanese food was listed as a World Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2013, the Japanese cuisine flourished not only in Japan but also overseas. Today, you can take a culinary class on traditional Japanese food at restaurants, hotels, or even private homes.  Your master could be a banker, artist, teacher, athlete, magician, or of course a real professional chef. Regardless of their background, they will bring you a unique experience. This article serves as a brief introduction on the culinary experience offered in Tokyo.



Learn to Cook Japanese Cuisine
1. CHAGOHAN TOKYO
Chagohan TOKYO, a popular Japanese cooking classroom, is conveniently located in the Nishi Asakusa. This is a paradise for food lovers, and it offers authentic and diverse courses such as Japanese cuisine, Japanese tea ceremony, and sake tasting. All the teacher speaking fluent English and will kindly answer any of your questions.
Address: Tokyo, Taito City, Nishiasakusa, 2−17−13 1F

2. Ito Ryokan
A traditional Japanese hotel located in Nihonbashiningyocho, Chuo Cit, Ito Ryokan not only provide hotel accommodation but also cooking experience. With a professional teacher patiently guiding you step by step, it is not hard to imagine making the most delicious Japanese dish with your own hand.
Address: 2-31-3 Nihonbashiningyocho, Chuo City, Tokyo



3. Mayuko's Little Kitchen Japanese Cooking Class
Here you can learn how to make simple and delicious Japanese food. The skill you take home allows you to share the savor with your family. The course is perfect for those who want to learn Japanese culture and cook Japanese meal at home. The course is taught in English and lasts about 3 hours.
Address: 5-5-6 Sendagaya, Shibuya City, Tokyo

4. TOKYO KITCHEN
If you are not satisfied with only eating Japanese food, then Tokyo Kitchen is the place for you. You can learn how to cook delicious Japanese food and understand the various seasonings and table manners in Japan.
Address: 1-11-1 Hanakawado, Taito City, Tokyo



Studying in a professional cooking school for a long or short term is suitable for both career pursuer and food enthusiasts. However, one thing to note is that most of these courses are not offered in English, so you need to understand basic Japanese.

School 1: Hattori Nutrition College
The college offers training courses based on the theory of "SHOKUIKU". The curriculum is designed to train nutritionists and chefs.
Address: 5-25-4,SENDAGAYA SHIBUYA-KU TOKYO



School 2: SHINCHO
The school is strategically located, a 3-minute walk from Nishi-Shinjuku Station to the Shinjuku Chefs College. The courses focus on Japanese cuisine, Western cuisine, Chinese cuisine, bakery, etc.
Address: 6-5-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo

School 3: LE CORDON BLEU TOKYO
Le Cordon Bleu has a 120-year history and has helped many people who are passionate about cooking to pursue their dreams. Alumni come from all over the world, and some already have a background in the industry.
Address: Roob-1, 28-13 Sarugaku-Cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo



Remarks:
1. Japanholiday can help you with booking a single course experience. Service fee will apply for reservation, experience cost, transfer, and translation service.
2. A local Japanese friend will have to confirm the school for long- term or short- term studies. Japanholiday can provide derivative services, such as on consulting and submitting application, transfer services, apartment rental, and international flight booking.



 

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Most Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can you recommend some places to learn to cook Japanese cuisine?
    There are so many choices, such as Chagohan TOKYO, Ito Ryokan, Mayuko's Little Kitchen Japanese Cooking Class, TOKYO KITCHEN, Cooking Sun, etc.
  • Any professional cooking school to take long-term classes in Tokyo?
    Yes. Hattori Nutrition College: the curriculum is designed to train nutritionists and chefs; The courses of SHINCHO focus on Japanese cuisine, Western cuisine, Chinese cuisine, bakery, etc.; LE CORDON BLEU TOKYO has a 120-year history and has helped many people who are passionate about cooking to pursue their dreams.
  • Is there any Japanese cuisine cooking classroom teaching in English in Tokyo?
    Yes. In CHAGOHAN TOKYO, Mayuko's Little Kitchen Japanese Cooking Class, Cooking Sun, etc., all the teachers can speak fluent English and will kindly answer any of your questions.
  • Is there any place providing both hotel accommodation and cooking experience in Tokyo?
    Yes. A traditional Japanese hotel located in Nihonbashiningyocho, Chuo Cit, Ito Ryokan not only provide hotel accommodation but also cooking experience. With a professional teacher patiently guiding you step by step, it is not hard to imagine making the most delicious Japanese dish with your own hand.
  • Please recommend some places providing Japanese cuisine and tea ceremony courses in Tokyo.
    Chagohan TOKYO, a popular Japanese cooking classroom, is conveniently located in the Nishi Asakusa. This is a paradise for food lovers, and it offers authentic and diverse courses such as Japanese cuisine, Japanese tea ceremony, and sake tasting. All the teacher speaking fluent English.
  • Where is the Japanese cooking classroom--Cooking Sun in Tokyo?
    The address of Cooking Sun in Tokyo is Shinanomachi 18, Shinjuku-ku (Maya Shinanomachi 2nd building, Room 314), 5 min from JR Shinanomachi Station, 10 min from Yotsuya 3-chome station (Subway Marunouchi line).
  • How can I reserve a class of Cooking Sun in Tokyo?
    Please make a reservation on the official website of Cooking Sun. You can also reserve through e-mail or call them directly. Email: tokyo@cookingsun.co.jp; Tel: +81-3-6380-6028
  • Do you provide reservation service to take culinary class on traditional Japanese food in Tokyo?
    If you plan to take only one cooking class to experience, Japanholiday can help on reservation, pick-up and translation by charging some service fee. Japanholiday also provide culinary class registration, private transfer, apartment rental and flight ticketing service if you want to Study in a professional cooking school for a long or short term.
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