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Cook & Enjoy Kyoto’s Signature White Miso

Make Kyoto’s signature white miso in this interactive cooking lesson with the founder of Miso Pota Kyoto. Japan is home to a diverse variety of regional miso, each with its own unique characteristics. • I’ll guide you through various tips for making and using white miso, from activating the fermentation to blending ingredients by hand. White miso stands out for its mild sweetness, making it a versatile ingredient. • Take part in a tasting session after you finish making your homemade miso. • Finally, make and enjoy miso potage soup with brown rice onigiri to learn how to use miso in daily life. Itadakimasu! You’ll leave with expanded knowledge about miso recipes, and your packaged miso to take home.

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Make matcha and explore a green tea farm

Join me, a sixth-generation tea master, to experience the craft of making green tea in Uji, a renowned tea-producing region. You’ll learn about the entire process, from farming to harvest. • We’ll begin with a factory and farm tour at Yutoha, where you’ll learn about our traditional farming methods and how we grow our tea bushes. • I’ll teach you how to whisk matcha (green tea leaves ground to a fine powder) and compare your creation with a professional’s, gaining insights into this cherished tradition. • Best of all, you’ll enjoy a tasting session to explore the flavor differences of using various tea production methods, alongside our original matcha green tea candy. You’ll leave with a new perspective on the craft, and the skills to prepare your own premium matcha at home.

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Make arare rice crackers with Japan’s only certified master

Roast and finish handcrafted arare (rice crackers) at Sōzen—the confectioner that produces arare for the Imperial House of Japan, the Royal Family of Dubai, and many five-star hotels—guided by Japan’s only certified jouwazashi (master arare craftsman). • Roast the arare—which are prepared over ten days by skilled artisans—by shaking them over heat in a wire mesh basket and coating them with Sōzen’s secret sauce. • While your arare are cooling, roast tea leaves to make hōjicha (roasted green tea) and enjoy it with a sampling of our signature warabimochi (bracken starch dumplings). I’ll share a bit about Sōzen’s history as you work. • Pack your finished arare and place them in a traditional local textile pouch to bring home as a memento of our time together. You’ll leave with an appreciation for the craft and care that go into creating world-class snacks, as well as the cultural heritage of Nishijin.

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Nishiki Market tour and sushi-making class

Discover the very best of Kyoto with a visit to a historic fish store before diving into an immersive sushi-making class in an experience that blends stories about Japanese culture and the changing seasons. • We’ll visit the Kimura Fresh Fish store, a fixture of Nishiki Market since the Edo period and a supplier to Michelin-starred restaurants, to see how locals order seasonal fish. You’ll learn how to assess its freshness, as well as techniques for preparing and slicing fish specifically for sushi. • At the studio, Sushi Lab. by Sumaya, I’ll explain the culture of sushi, and walk you through the art of making sushi rice and miso soup, offering expert guidance throughout. • Best of all, you’ll learn how to prepare three kinds of sushi—nigiri, temari, and temaki—and then enjoy it as a group meal. You’ll leave feeling happily sated, with the skills to make sushi at home and a deeper knowledge of the traditions of sushi in Kyoto and beyond.

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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1242 reviews

Japanese tea ceremony experience in ANKOAN, KYOTO

You can make a reservation to participate in the tea ceremony experience in our studio, enjoy the 60-minute service and immerse yourself in the unique Japanese culture tour. The Tea Ceremony experience in ANKOAN kicks out your fatigue in the journey. While tasting the welcome tea made by Yuka, you can talk about the tea ceremony and whatever. Then move to another layer of matcha tearoom, watching the process of making Matcha tea and tasting Matcha and delicious Wagashi. At this time, you’d better observe the teacher's action for making matcha carefully. Do you know why? Because you will experience to make mathca personally later on. But don't worry, the teacher will be around you to instruct and explain, so that you can fully experience the fun of making Japanese matcha. At the same time, we can share what we see and what we feel, such as "how do Japanese people live?", "how did Japanese culture come into being?” and so on. With the experience of matcha, we, from different cultures, can get closer to each other in the process of communication, which is the highlight of tea ceremony experience in ANKOAN. And then, please get down to tasting the matcha made by yourself, which contains Japan's profound culture, and end this pleasant experience. In addition: you can take pictures indoor freely. Other things to note ＝Business Hours＝ 10:00-18:00 ＝Off Day＝ December 31st to January 3rd ※We will be closed for attending lectures abroad or domestic activities. Sorry for the inconvenience.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 2052 reviews

Tea ceremony in Kyoto Townhouse

Recently matcha green tea has become very popular all around the world. As you know, matcha plays a very important role in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. However, learning about Japanese tea ceremony means much more than just learning to make tea. Let's find the concept and philosophy behind this performing art. At first, you will learn the basic concepts and ideas of tea ceremony. You will also learn how to behave in a tea room and appreciate its decoration. Next, you'll watch a demonstration of "the way of tea". You will enjoy the quiet and serene atmosphere. And then let's make your own tea! We will tell you how to drink it, and also serve you a specially selected Japanese cake. Come, step into the world of profound spirituality and set your soul free, and let's have fun together!! <Please note> * The session is held on Tuesday morning, Wednesday and Friday afternoon. Even though you send us a request, it's not possible to open on the other date. * Please arrive on time. We cannot allow latecomers to join a session once it has started. * The average number of participants is 6 people, but please note the maximum count is 10 people. * It's required to keep silent during the demonstration. If you bring your children, please contact us first. * Our service doesn't include kimono rental. * We are closed by February 16th for the repair work of our venue.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 1249 reviews

Kyoto Foodie Night Tour

We will share a course-meal ranging from modern to traditional Japanese food across 4-6 food stands and restaurants. I have chosen these vendors to talk about quality food and rich food culture that represent Kyoto. Throughout the evening, we will try many kinds of foods that highlight Kyoto's rich culture. Other things to note: - Please let me know if you have food restrictions or allergies at least a week beforehand. I might not be able to fully accommodate restrictions as it is a group experience. - This experience is run by either myself or another trusted local guide. - I update my tour availability by the 3rd week for next month. Even if you don't see availability, please check back later.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 1523 reviews

Off The Beaten Path Osaka Local Bar Crawl

Top rated entire Japan foodie/drinks bar crawl here. Not like the other tour in touristy area! Please read detailed guest review to get to know more about my tour ! "Let's get away from TOURIST TRAP like Doutonbori/Namba/Shinsekai area and dive into deep local side with real local who was born and raised Osaka city ! Experience of this bar crawl will walk around deep side of Osaka, If you’re looking for "off the beaten path" munchies experience beyond Namba or Dotonbori area in Osaka, HERE is for YOU who want to glimpse what a real local night life is. Let me take you to three SPECIAL standing bars where they originally opened as "liquor store" turned out to be a "Tapas Bar". Great things that we will have quality food/drinks as very reasonable price! You will encounter a bunch of flavorful food/drinks surrounded by full of local. You will be fit in well to local life without language barrier to have Japanese mom's cooking, seasonal sashimi, variety of meat and veggies. You can also buy a quality Sake/whiskey bottle in order to have your souvenir! Let's enjoy the real local night out together like a local. Other things to note Food/drinks are NOT included in the tour fee. Average food/drink costs is about 7000yen in TOTAL 3 restaurant. You will be stuffed! Vegetarian friendly! LGBTQ friendly! Non-alcohol option. Message me if apps doesn't show up the date you want.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 291 reviews

Prepare matcha in a １００-year-old house

A truly unique cultural experience. 1. Discover Learn the history and fundamentals of the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Let us help you gain a deeper understanding of Japanese culture as we introduce things like bowing best practices and other etiquette specific to Japan. 2. Experience Take advantage of the truly unique opportunity to learn about the tea ceremony in our loft room. The loft room, called Tsushinikai in Japanese, is characteristic of traditional wooden town houses called Kyomachiya. Enjoy the distinguished atmosphere of the Tsushinikai, offering a distinctive experience compared to any other. 3. Create Make and drink your own matcha with us while experiencing the traditional preparation method called Bonryakutemae, a vital step of the tea ceremony. Our hope is for you to enjoy this tea ceremony experience so much that you will want to enjoy it in your own home as well. 4. Explore Step back in time with us as we walk with you around the 100-year-old Kyo-machiya for pictures, videos, and further discussion. The original architecture of this house has been retained for over 100 years, providing a rare glimpse into Kyoto’s past. Don’t miss your opportunity to experience this unique tea ceremony for yourself!

5 out of 5 average rating, 409 reviews

Haral/Vegan Ramen&Gyoza lesson in Kyoto

——Please Read—— This class is welcoming to everyone, however if you don’t understand vegans or vegetarians, or want to learn regular ramen or gyozas, please do not make a reservation. This class is for vegan and vegetarian guests, and I teach about cooking vegan Japanese broth, ramen soup and gyoza filling. Thank you for your understanding. ___________ Let’s make Vegan Ramen and Gyoza with Japanese cooking teacher,Sakiko 【Schedule】・Introduction ・Cooking demonstration and hands on cooking ・Lunch Time (Itadakimasu, Bon Appetit) 【Menu】・Ramen -Learn how to make Dan dan Ramen soup from the scratch ・Gyoza (I use premade gyoza wrappers) We make vegan dashi (broth) and ramen soup using vegan dashi. And make gyoza filling, wrap with gyoza wrapper, and fry. 【Instructor】 Sakiko -the former Sushi chef at Disney Land in the U.S -teaching Japanese home cooking classes to Japanese students for 6years 【Notice】 The ramen noodle is premade. I use the dried noodle not include egg and any animal product. The gyoza wrapper is also premade. We don't make gyoza wrapper from starch. I will give you the ramen and gyoza recipes so you can cook this Ramen and Gyoza at your home country!

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 259 reviews

The Kyoto Wagyu Experience

We will meet at Sanjo Station and take a short stroll (about 5 minutes) to the restaurant, passing through Ponto-cho, Kyoto’s premier dining district. We have a two-hour reservation, so you can take your time savoring the Wagyu beef. After your meal, we’ll head to the nearby Gion district for drinks at a secluded bar on one of its most historic streets. This bar, typically not open to first-time visitors, features a beautiful interior blending modern design with traditional architecture. We have reserved the bar for an hour, allowing you to relax and enjoy an exclusive Kyoto experience. Other Things to Note :We will be grilling food at the table, so it may get smoky. Please keep this in mind if you are sensitive to smoke. :This experience includes a full meal at the restaurant and one drink at the bar. Additional drinks are at your expense, with some priced up to ¥5,000. We’ll check pricing with the bar staff if needed. :Bars in Gion do not allow guests under 20. However, for groups with underage participants, we offer an alternative: We’re testing a bar that creates highly aromatic non-alcoholic botanical infusions inspired by Kyoto’s landscapes. These drinks can be enjoyed as is or mixed with alcohol. For private bookings, we can arrange this experience at the alternative bar. If your group includes underage guests, feel free to reach out.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 1061 reviews

Kyoto Insider Sake Experience

Uncover the little-known sake culture of Fushimi, Kyoto on a 3-hour insider brewery visit + fun and educational sake tasting and food pairing session with an expert. - Insider Sake Brewery Tour You’ll take a short walk to visit the largest sake brewery in Fushimi, where you’ll deepen your knowledge of sake and witness traditional brewing processes which have been passed down from generation to generation. At the end of your brewery tour you’ll have the chance to taste a few of the flavors produced there. - Sake Tasting with an Expert You’ll get to try flavors of sake you may never have experienced before – as we’ll introduce you to bottles which have never been exported. Your expert guide will explain the differences in taste – dry, sweet, rich, fruity – and how each of these are produced. - Food Pairing You’ll also be served various Otsumami – Japanese snacks which traditionally accompany alcohol – so you can see which types of food and flavor best accompany the different sake types. This is a fun and educational sake tasting. Join this experience at the beginning of your trip in Japan, then you'll be able to enjoy sake rest of your trip! ※Dec 28th to Jan 4th, please see "1.5H Kyoto Insider Sake Experience instead. Other things to note ・If your group has more people than what it shows on availability, contact us. ・Please see our website for info of brewery renovation.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 821 reviews

Comparing Wagyu, Sashimi, and Sake atTeppanyaki restaurant

Enjoy the freshly caught sashimi platter and Japan's only "Wagyu" tasting course with a wide variety of carefully selected sake in Osaka's high-class restaurant district. Learn from a seasoned Japanese chef with easy-to-understand explanations on how to properly select fresh fish for sashimi, how to tell apart each cut of Wagyu beef and how to pair them with a variety of amazing sake. Fresh seasonal vegetables, fried rice and Japanese pickled vegetables are included. Located in Osaka’s premiere restaurant and night life district, enjoy a night on the town at Teppanyaki Toyota. While on my tour, I will carefully explain and walk you through each dish and give you a better understanding of each cut’s characteristics and my creative thought process when designing these dishes. How to select sake and pair them with a Wagyu beef and fishes is essential to the overall enjoyment. So that I will explain the points of "Sake"choice. It is generally said that sake goes well with meals, and I would like you to experience a more compatible marriage on this tour.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 413 reviews

Experience authentic sushi making in Kyoto

Our restaurant has a beautiful little Japanese garden. You can feel Japanese history from that garden. <Making sushi> You can make sushi to use a fresh fish caught in the sea of Japan on that day. There are more than ten kinds fish! So you can enjoy much taste. I will show you how to clean fish and teach you how to make sushi. You can make while watching the little Japanese garden. I will also explain a table manner of Japan. For example how to use chop sticks to eat sushi and so on. After you make, you can eat them. Let’s eat together while talking fun with us. We’ll serve Japanese desserts for you! We’ll explain a good place of Kyoto as I was a sightseeing ambassador of Kyoto, I know the best places. Please ask me at anytime! This sushi experience corresponds to Halal Other things to note Our restaurant is hard to find a bit. So if you can’t find our restaurant,please call us.

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