Master the art of udon, sushi, and tempura like a local!

Begin with just flour and water, and discover how to knead, roll, and slice chewy udon noodles by hand under the guidance of a local udon expert and an English-speaking guide. No prior experience? Not an issue—it's all about embracing the fun and learning through hands-on practice.

Following this, get ready to prepare and have a go at frying crispy, golden tempura. The friendly instruction and practical experience make it straightforward and enjoyable for everyone. After your culinary adventure, savour everything you’ve crafted—fresh udon, sushi, and tempura—complemented with a mini sake tasting. You'll also be provided with simple English recipes to replicate these dishes back home.

Why you’ll love this…

You'll learn to make udon from scratch with a skilled Japanese udon master
There will be an opportunity to savour everything you’ve crafted—fresh udon, sushi, and tempura
You'll sip sake while savouring a full Japanese-style meal you helped create
The experience includes an easy recipe to take home so you can recreate authentic udon anywhere, anytime

Important to know

Accessibility:

You will make a full meal of udon, tempura, onigiri (rice balls) and inari sushi. It's recommended considering your meal plans before and after the tour to ensure you can fully enjoy your creations
Suitable for participants aged 6 and above
Not recommended for individuals with mobility issues
Children must be supervised by an adult when handling knives or engaging in potentially dangerous steps

Know in advance:

Consider your meal beforehand to ensure you can fully enjoy your creations
Gluten-free requests cannot be accommodated
Allergy-free meals cannot be guaranteed as food is prepared in shared kitchens
The cooking; late arrivals will not be able to join, reschedule, or receive a refund
This is a group experience with other participants
All cooking levels are welcome
The experience may be cancelled in case of unsafe weather conditions

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Drinks
Lunch
Cooking class

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

7-Eleven - Kyoto Kawaramachi-Takoyakushi, 599 裏寺町 Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting point:

A 3-minute walk from Exit B3 of Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station on the Keihan Kyoto Line, or a 9-minute walk from Exit 3 of Gion-Shijo Station on the Keihan Main Line.