US$ 113 per person

Time

Adults
US$ 113

Children (Ages 6-12)
US$ 57 -50%

Total US$ 113

✓ All taxes and fees included

Free cancellation until 48 hours before start

Hands-On Ramen & Gyoza Workshop with a Japanese Chef in Naha

US$ 113 per person

5.00 5 reviews

Starting time

2pm

Duration

3 hours

Group Size

1–9+ guests

Language

English, Japanese

Free cancellation until 48 hours before start

Discounted rates for children

What Guests Love

Engaging instructor
Hands‑on cooking
Clean welcoming kitchen
Cultural insights

Based on recent verified reviews

Guests say the experience feels warm and welcoming, with a clean kitchen that encourages small‑group interaction. The instructor is outgoing, skilled and provides clear English instructions, often sharing tips for ingredient substitutes. Participants enjoy a hands‑on approach, preparing ramen and gyoza themselves while learning authentic Japanese cooking techniques and cultural background. Many highlight the fun atmosphere, laughter and lasting culinary skills gained.

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What to Expect

During the session, you'll make ramen and gyoza from scratch together. A Japanese head chef with over 20 years of experience will guide you directly, allowing you to witness authentic knife skills right before your eyes.

Held in a real Japanese-style kitchen, this fun and engaging cooking experience combines professional techniques with a playful atmosphere.

Schedule

Course introduction and self-introductions (10 minutes)
Cooking session – making ramen soup, preparing gyoza filling, and wrapping gyoza (1 hour)
Adding ramen toppings and frying gyoza (20 minutes)
Enjoy your meal and chat
End of the expeirence

Meeting Point

In front of the entrance of Depart Ryubo, 1-1-1 Kumoji, Naha, Okinawa, Japan

* The exact address will be shared in your booking confirmation.

Additional Information

Confirmation

You will receive the confirmation of your booking within 24 hours.

Free Cancellation

Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 48 hours prior to the activity.

Guest Reviews

5 /5

5.00

Based on 5 verified reviews

Megan • Family

Oct 2026

Best time ever

We had an absolute blast. Lots of fun, laughter, new skills and great food. Highly recommend taking the opportunity to take this class its well worth it. The experience is fantastic from the moment you arrive.

Host reply · Oct 14, 2026

Dear Megan,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and your 5 stars! ❤️

We still smile when we think about the amazing time we spent with you and Kyle!

Making ramen and gyoza together was so much fun, but what made the day truly special was everything we shared beyond cooking.

We loved hearing about New Zealand, learning about the Haka, and chatting about Naruto!

And of course, we'll never forget the hilarious moment when Kyle and Chef Hisa compared their full bellies! 😂

Thank you both for being so warm and friendly, and for patiently listening to our English.

Meeting people like you is what makes our cooking classes so special. We feel like we've made wonderful friends in New Zealand!

We hope to see you both again someday!

With love from Okinawa, ❤️
Chef Hisa (Sensei), Yuko (Boss) & Hanzo

Jean-guy • Solo

Sep 2026

It was fun and I learned a lot about different kinds of Japanese ingredients use for making ramen a

Watching the chef mix the ingredients and teaching me the proper way to prepare it….

Host reply · Oct 14, 2026

Dear Jean-Guy,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and 5 stars! ❤️

It was such a pleasure having you join our ramen and gyoza cooking class!

We were especially happy to hear about your dream of opening your own ramen shop back home someday.

Knowing that you have such a wonderful goal made sharing our cooking techniques and Japanese ingredients with you even more meaningful.

We sincerely hope that what you learned with Chef Hisa will be a small part of making that dream come true!

If you ever open your ramen shop, please let us know. We'd love to hear about it!

Thank you again for spending your time with us in Okinawa. We wish you all the best on your journey!

With love from Okinawa, ❤️
Chef Hisa & Yuko&the team

Graham • Family

Jul 2026

An excellent cooking experience

The chef is outgoing, engaging and humourous as well as being skilled with food, and his wife and staff make everyone feel very welcome. It was a wonderful experience, giving us insights into Japanese cooking techniques and resulting in delicious food. We wholeheartedly recommend this experience for anyone visiting Naha on the lovely island of Okinawa.. So much fun!

Host reply · Jul 17, 2026

Thank you so much, Graham, for your wonderful review and recommendation!

We had such a great time welcoming your family and making ramen and gyoza together at our restaurant in central Naha. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed Chef Hisa’s humour, the Japanese cooking techniques, and the warm atmosphere created by our team.

Our goal is to make Japanese cooking enjoyable, relaxed, and accessible for the whole family. We hope the practical techniques and simple ingredients will make it easy for you to recreate the ramen and gyoza at home and remember your time in Okinawa.

It was truly a pleasure spending time with all of you. And please tell Lucas that if he decides to become a chef one day, he is always welcome to return to Okinawa and train with Chef Hisa!

Warm wishes,
Chef Hisa, Yuko, and the team

Luca

Dec 2025

One of the highlights of my trip!

It wasn’t just about cooking – I learned a lot about Japanese culture too. The kitchen was clean and welcoming, and the food we made was delicious!

Host reply · Jul 17, 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review!

We are delighted to hear that our ramen and gyoza class was one of the highlights of your trip to Okinawa. Our cooking experience is not only about making delicious food, but also about sharing Japanese culture, everyday cooking techniques, and the stories behind the dishes.

We are also very happy that you felt comfortable and welcomed in our kitchen. We hope you will try making ramen and gyoza again at home and remember the fun time you had in Naha!

We hope the practical techniques will help you recreate ramen and gyoza at home and bring back happy memories of Naha!

Warm wishes,
Chef Hisa, Yuko, and the team

Sophie

Dec 2025

Clear & Hands-On Sushi Experience with Chef Hisashi

Great class with clear instructions in English. I loved the hands-on approach and the small group setting. The chef Hisashi even gave tips on ingredient substitutes for back home. Definitely worth it!"

Host reply · Jul 17, 2026

Thank you so much, Sophie, for your wonderful review!

We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the clear English instructions, the hands-on sushi experience, and the relaxed small-group setting.

One of our goals is to help guests enjoy Japanese cooking not only during their time in Okinawa, but also after returning home. Chef Hisashi is always happy to suggest practical ingredient substitutes, so the dishes can be recreated using ingredients that are easier to find in each guest’s home country.

It was a pleasure cooking with you, and we hope you will enjoy making sushi again at home!

Warm wishes,
Chef Hisashi, Yuko, and the team