Mastering Japanese Cuisine Experience: Dashi, Ramen, Gyoza, and Matcha (with Vegetarian Option)

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Experience Private or Small Group Cooking Lessons at a Home in Tokyo!
Just a 2-minute walk from the nearest station, in the heart of Tokyo, enjoy a unique opportunity to learn popular Japanese dishes while experiencing Japanese culture in a cozy, at-home setting. Learn practical skills from a chef in a hands-on environment.

Embark on a culinary journey into the heart of Japanese cuisine with a focus on mastering dashi, the foundational broth for ramen soup. Delve into the comprehensive process, beginning with crafting the rich, umami-infused soup base, mastering the art of perfectly boiling noodles, and skillfully arranging an array of delightful toppings to complement your creation.

Explore the intricacies of preparing gyoza filling, learn expert techniques for wrapping each delicate parcel, and discoveessential tips for achieving the perfect cook.

Experience the ancient ritual of matcha preparation, as you learn the art of whisking your own matcha to perfection. Savor the delicate flavors alongside traditional Japanese sweets, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of this time-honored practice.

Led by a seasoned former Japanese cuisine chef, the class commences with a warm introduction and a detailed overview of the day's lesson. Receive comprehensive menus and recipes, empowering you to recreate these culinary delights in the comfort of your kitchen. Aprons will be provided before the cooking session, ensuring your participation is both enjoyable and comfortable throughout.

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• Dashi: The soup base that is the basis of Japanese cuisine. It adds a deep umami and flavor to the dish, enhancing and harmonizing the overall taste. We will show you how to make the dashi right in front of you, and you will be able to taste the freshly made dashi.
• Miso Ramen: Rich miso-based soup with chewy noodles. Toppings include boiled eggs, vegetables, and roasted pork.
• Gyoza: Juicy gyoza with handmade filling wrapped in a thin skin. The crispy exterior goes perfectly with the dumplings.
• Matcha and Japanese sweets set:  A traditional Japanese tea ceremony in which carefully brewed strong matcha is accompanied by Japanese sweets. Japanese sweets are beautiful, reflect seasonal ingredients and culture, and go perfectly with matcha.

Note:

• We do not serve Halal food, but we do have vegetarian dishes.
• Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions when making your reservation.
• As a token of our appreciation for your visit, we will provide you with a free photo.
• We will give you a recipe so you can make it at home.
• Aprons are provided, so please come empty-handed.

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Morning Session:

• 10:50 AM - If you would like a pick-up service, we will meet you at Zoshigaya Station. Zoshigaya Station is on the Fukutoshin Line and is just a 2-minute walk from the classroom. It is also a 15-20-minute walk from the larger Ikebukuro Station.
• 11:00 AM - The instructor will introduce himself and explain today's lesson. The instructor is a former Japanese chef. After introducing himself, he will explain today's practical lesson and show you the recipe.
• 11:15 - Learn and sample the basics of Japanese dashi stock, the soup stock used in ramen. Experience the rich aroma and deep flavor of freshly made dashi stock.
• 11:20 AM - Make and cook the fillings for gyoza. Learn how to make gyoza, including how to wrap them in dough and unique ways to cook them.  
• 11:50 AM - Make your own ramen with our secret miso sauce. Mix dashi stock and our secret miso sauce to make ramen soup. Boil the noodles in a special strainer, and finally arrange them nicely to finish. 12:20 PM - Taste the ramen and gyoza you made!
• 12:45 PM- Enjoy making your own matcha! It's not often that you get the chance to make matcha yourself. Enjoy the rich aroma and flavor of matcha, which pairs perfectly with seasonal Japanese sweets. Enjoy a wonderful time relaxing both body and mind.
• 1:00 PM - End of lesson

Afternoon Session

• 2:50 PM - If you would like a transfer service, we will meet you at Zoshigaya Station. Zoshigaya Station is on the Fukutoshin Line and is just a 3-minute walk from the classroom. It is also a 15-20-minute walk from the larger Ikebukuro Station.
• 3:00 PM - Your instructor will introduce himself and explain today's lesson. Your instructor is a former Japanese chef. After introducing himself, he will explain today's practical lesson and show you the recipe. 3:15 PM - Learn and sample the basics of Japanese dashi, the stock used in ramen soup. Experience the rich aroma and deep flavor of freshly made dashi.
• 3:20 PM - Prepare and cook the gyoza fillings. Learn how to make gyoza, including how to wrap them in dough and unique cooking methods.
• 3:50 PM - Make your own ramen with the secret miso sauce. Mix the dashi stock and the secret miso sauce to make the ramen soup. Boil the noodles in a special strainer, and finally decorate them to finish.
• 4:20 PM - Taste the ramen and gyoza you made yourself!
• 4:45 PM - Enjoy making your own matcha! It's not often that you get to experience making matcha. Enjoy the rich aroma and flavor of matcha and pair it with seasonal Japanese sweets. Enjoy a wonderful time relaxing your body and mind.
• 5:00 PM - End of lesson