KYOTO COOKING CLASSES

Kyoto Cooking Classes: the 15 Worth Booking

24 classes  ·  from $58 a head

The 15 best kyoto cooking classes you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto - Building a bowl around your own taste
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Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

1.Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,937 reviews · from $131Our pick

At Ramen Factory Kyoto, you make noodles, season your broth, prepare toppings, and eat a personalized ramen lunch in about 90 minutes. Instructors including Mahiro, Moeka, Haruka, Fuku, and Hiro guide the hands-on class. Vegetarian, vegan, and Halal options can be arranged in advance.

“Fun atmosphere, great instructor, and learned to make delicious Raman. Highly recommend this activity especially with family and friends.”

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Kyoto: Ramen Cooking Class at a Ramen Factory with Souvenir - Finding the basement near Demachiyanagi Station
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Kyoto: Ramen Cooking Class at a Ramen Factory with Souvenir

2.Ramen Cooking Class at a Ramen Factory with Souvenir

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 532 reviews · 1h 30m · from $127

At Ramen Factory Kyoto, near Demachiyanagi Station, you will knead noodle dough, season chicken, choose miso, salt, or soy flavors, and build your own bowl. English-speaking instructors such as Sakura, Fuku, Akemi, and Moeka guide the 90-minute class. You also receive a souvenir and the recipe by email.

“It was a solo trip visit for me but the staff was very accommodating. All instructions were very clear and they were extremely pleasant to talk to. They helped me ensure I have plenty of photos and videos of the process as well! My ramen bowl turned out very tasty despite it being my first time making the dish. Very beginner friendly and warm atmosphere. I’m pescatarian, so they offered tofu and fish broth. Be aware the entrance is not the same as Google Maps. There’s a set of stairs on the street side behind the bus stop!”

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Kyoto: Ramen, Gyoza, and Onigiri Cooking Class - Starting with miso and shoyu ramen broth
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Kyoto: Ramen, Gyoza, and Onigiri Cooking Class

3.Ramen, Gyoza, and Onigiri Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 445 reviews · 1h 30m · from $90

At Manryo Cooking Class in central Kyoto, English-speaking instructors such as Nori, Kairi, and Aoi guide you through two ramen broths, gyoza, and onigiri. Ingredients are prepared in advance, so you can focus on technique, shaping, seasoning, and eating your meal. The class is limited to eight people and suits confident cooks aged 13 and older.

“Every part of this activity was excellent! Really easy and fun! Highly recommending this place/activity to others visiting Kyoto, Japan.”

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Kyoto: Japanese Washoku Bento Small Group Cooking Class - Meeting at Kyoto Laundry Cafe near Saiin Station
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Kyoto: Japanese Washoku Bento Small Group Cooking Class

4.Japanese Washoku Bento Small Group Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 380 reviews · 2h 30m · from $58Best value

At Kyoto Laundry Cafe near Saiin Station, a local chef such as Ai, Rie, or Miyu guides you through a hands-on bento class. You will make sushi rolls, tempura, tofu salad, and dashimaki tamago, learn dashi and Japanese knife skills, then eat your four dishes together. The English-language class lasts 150 minutes and is limited to five people.

“We had a wonderful afternoon with Chef Rie learning to make a bento box and were lucky enough to have her to ourselves. Her class was informative, fun and delicious! We very much enjoyed the experience.”

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Kyoto Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class with Professional Chefs - Folding gyoza and learning the small details
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Kyoto Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class with Professional Chefs

5.Kyoto Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class with Professional Chefs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 282 reviews · from $86

At this 2.5-hour Kyoto cooking class, you make fresh ramen noodles, fold gyoza, and prepare fried rice with a professional chef and English-speaking host. Guides such as Yuki, Ayuri, Rina, and Emi help translate and explain Japanese food culture. Your meal and two drinks are included, and recipes go home with you.

“We as a family had the best time! We made lots of delicious dishes and learnt new skills. Rina was so kind to us and so patient. We left so full and made some new friends. Highly recommend this activity.”

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Kyoto: Afternoon Japanese Izakaya Cooking Class - The first cooking round, two or three dishes and a first meal
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Kyoto: Afternoon Japanese Izakaya Cooking Class

6.Afternoon Japanese Izakaya Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 241 reviews · 3 hours · from $67

Spend three hours at Cooking Sun in central Kyoto learning izakaya-style home cooking with English-speaking instructors such as Yumi and Yumiko. Cook in two stages, usually making four to six dishes, then eat what you prepare. The class covers practical techniques, ingredients such as dashi and mirin, and recipes you can recreate at home.

“We had Thatcher as our tour guide yesterday and she was amazing. She expertly guided us through eating experiences in different districts of Tokyo whilst sharing insightful history on the dishes. Thatcher was so enthusiastic and it made our group get along so well we had truely an amazing time. Thatcher is an amazing guide and we hope we can have her for another tour sometime. Chloe :)”

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Izakaya Style Cooking Class - Arriving at Cooking Sun at 2pm
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Izakaya Style Cooking Class

7.Izakaya Style Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · from $71

At Cooking Sun in Kyoto, an English-speaking chef guides you through dashi, Japanese sauces, and seasonal izakaya dishes in a traditional wood house. You prepare and eat your meal, often six dishes, then take the recipes home. The 3-hour class starts at 2pm, welcomes beginners and families, and serves groups of up to eight.

“Amazing experience instructors were so nice fun helpful and the food menu was so interesting and tasty. Me and my kids loved it and would definitely recommend to friends”

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Gyoza Cooking Class in Kyoto: Traditional Japanese Dumplings - What happens during the 90-minute session
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Gyoza Cooking Class in Kyoto: Traditional Japanese Dumplings

8.Gyoza Cooking Class in Kyoto: Traditional Japanese Dumplings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · from $118

In a traditional Kyoto townhouse, an English-speaking instructor such as Hama, Maya, Ryo, or Yo guides you through making gyoza wrappers, choosing a filling, folding 10 to 12 dumplings, and cooking them with a professional machine. You’ll also hear about Japanese history and may dress in samurai armor for photos. The class lasts about 90 minutes and suits families, couples, and older children.

“Fun class!! I got to choose my filling and the host was so friendly and knowledgeable. I got to learn about the history of gyoza as well as make my own. I would love to receive the recipe! Go hungry!”

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Bento Box Cooking Class - Arriving at Cooking Sun Kyoto at 9:30 a.m.
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Bento Box Cooking Class

9.Bento Box Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 171 reviews · from $71

Spend about three hours at Cooking Sun Kyoto learning the story and craft of bento. English-speaking instructors demonstrate sushi, tempura, egg rolls, miso soup, and other seasonal dishes, then guide you as you cook. Eat your handmade lunch, take home the recipes, and leave with practical Japanese cooking skills.

“We covered quite a few recipes in the class. Very organized, clear and informative. The ladies made it very interesting and fun. The final results and presentation were impressive. I enjoyed the class very much”

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Kyoto: Morning Japanese Bento Cooking Class - What the morning schedule feels like
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Kyoto: Morning Japanese Bento Cooking Class

10.Morning Japanese Bento Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 3 hours · from $67

Spend three morning hours at Cooking Sun in central Kyoto preparing sushi, tempura, teriyaki chicken, miso soup, and other bento dishes. English-speaking instructors such as Tomoko, Yukari, and Mei guide you through each recipe, explain Japanese food customs, and provide the ingredients, utensils, apron, recipes, and lunch. Dietary needs can be discussed when booking.

“The Cooking Sun bento box cooking class was a lot of fun! Highly recommended.”

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Kyoto: Authentic Sushi Making Cooking Lesson - A 1.5-hour lesson with a clear rhythm
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Kyoto: Authentic Sushi Making Cooking Lesson

11.Authentic Sushi Making Cooking Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · from $102

At atelier SUSHI near Kiyomizu-Gojō Station, Kana and her English-speaking team teach you to season sushi rice and make nigiri, gunkan, and maki with fresh local fish. The 1.5-hour class ends with a generous lunch, miso soup, cultural conversation, and a useful gift bag.

“Kana was an excellent teacher and also made the sushi class fun. One of her passions is Japanese history so we had some interesting conversations. The sushi itself was delicious and there was so much of it! Would definitely recommend and I think could suit all ages :)”

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Near Fushimiinari: Kyoto Home Cooking Class & Supermarket tour - Starting with dashi and Japanese cooking basics
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Near Fushimiinari: Kyoto Home Cooking Class & Supermarket tour

12.Near Fushimiinari: Kyoto Home Cooking Class & Supermarket tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · from $118

Meet Miho or another licensed English-speaking guide near Fushimi Inari for a four-hour home cooking lesson. Prepare about five Japanese dishes, eat together in a traditional room with a garden view, then spend 30 minutes learning how to find the ingredients at a local supermarket. Groups are limited to six.

“Miho was great. I highly recommend this class. She gave guided instruction on how to prepare a number of local dishes and provided interesting background on Japanese cuisine. Miho was friendly and graciously answered many questions that the group had. Her English is perfect and easily understandable.”

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Private Kyoto Sushi Cooking Class & Tea Ceremony with Emika - Matcha, drinks, and the tea ceremony
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Private Kyoto Sushi Cooking Class & Tea Ceremony with Emika

13.Private Kyoto Sushi Cooking Class & Tea Ceremony with Emika

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $109

Spend about three hours in Emika’s Kyoto home learning sushi or seasonal Obanzai cooking with local ingredients, including vegetables from her garden. Prepare a meal, enjoy matcha or one to two drinks, and finish with a tea ceremony. Add a market tour for a closer look at everyday Japanese ingredients.

“We used vegetables grown organically by Emika to make a side dish before jumping into making sushi, and miso soup. We chose nigori sake as our drink - we recommend it but other options were also available. Most importantly Emika’s teaching style was clear and helpful and she gave us tips on where to get supplies to make sushi at home.”

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Nishiki Market Food Tour with Cooking Class - Pickles, samples, and unfamiliar foods
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Nishiki Market Food Tour with Cooking Class

14.Nishiki Market Food Tour with Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 42 reviews · 2h 30m · from $109

Meet your English-speaking guide at Nishiki Market’s western entrance for a private walk through Kyoto’s famous food arcade. Taste pickles, ask about unfamiliar foods, and choose seafood, tempura, or chicken-and-egg donburi to cook in a private studio. Ingredients, recipe, samples, and the taxi to the kitchen are included.

“The experience was amazing, I recommend it to all those eager to immerse themselves in Japanese culture. Our guide was very kind from the very beginning, providing us with many details on how to prepare traditional dishes. The kitchen was clean and well-stocked. I left the kitchen with a good feeling, and I recommend it to my friends.”

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Kyoto: Wagashi (Japanese sweets) Cooking near Fushimiinari - Making About Three Kinds of Wagashi
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Kyoto: Wagashi (Japanese sweets) Cooking near Fushimiinari

15.Wagashi (Japanese sweets) Cooking near Fushimiinari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 2h 30m · from $84

Spend 150 minutes with English-speaking guide Miho in an authentic Japanese home near Fushimi Inari. Prepare about three seasonal wagashi, such as mochi, dango, or dorayaki, with hands-on guidance, then enjoy them with matcha in a tatami room overlooking the garden. Small groups are limited to six.

“Our class with Miho was wonderful! She was an excellent teacher and a great conversationalist with excellent English. Everything we made was delicious, and I can’t recommend this experience enough!”

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