• グランドメゾン松屋町壱番館 - This is a wonderful chance to delve into traditional culture and cuisine. Osaka is renowned as a culinary paradise, making it an ideal location to participate in a cooking class and learn to prepare authentic Japanese dishes. Masato began his culinary journey by introducing Hawaiian cuisine to Japan, and now he is sharing Takoyaki, Osaka’s iconic dish, with travelers visiting Japan. In a 3-hour hands-on Japanese cooking class, participants will learn to create 2-3 dishes from scratch. If the sushi class is selected, participants will learn to make maki sushi, chirashi sushi, and California rolls. If the Osaka course is chosen, participants will learn to make takoyaki (a ball-shaped Japanese snack made from a wheat flour-based batter) using a takoyaki maker. Please inform Masato of your menu preference when booking your Osaka cooking class. After cooking, enjoy the meal you helped prepare, served with Japanese green tea.

If the market tour option is selected: Masato will guide you through the nearby Karahori Shotengai market, a covered shopping street filled with small stalls offering vegetables, fresh food, and condiments.

On days when Masato is unavailable, his partner chef will host the class.

• Guided tour of Karahori Shotengai market
• Gratuities
• Private cooking class in Osaka with host Masato
• All fees and taxes
• Homecooked Japanese meal

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Individual purchases at the market

• Choice 1: Sushi Course - Maki Sushi, Chirashi Sushi, and California Roll, Miso Soup, Green Tea, Souvenir
• Choice 2: Wagyu Sushi Course - Wagyu Sushi, Cucumber Roll, Miso Soup, Green Tea, Souvenir
• Choice 3: Tempura Course - Prawn Tempura, Seasonal Vegetable or Mushroom, Kakiage Tempura (carrot and onion), Bowl Rice, Green Tea, Souvenir
• Choice 4: Ramen and Gyoza - Ramen, Toppings of Ramen, Gyoza Dumpling, Green Tea, Souvenir
• Choice 5: Osaka Festival Course - Takoyaki making with Takoyaki maker; Yakisoba and Karaage will be served by the owner, Green Tea, Souvenir

Experience a private Japanese cooking class in Osaka with your host, Masato. This is an ideal opportunity for anyone eager to immerse themselves in local culture through food. Masato spent 25 years in New York before relocating to Japan in 2010. He has worked as a sushi chef in New York, owned a Hawaiian café in Osaka, and now operates a Takoyaki bar. He is enthusiastic about sharing his love for Japanese cuisine and teaching those interested in learning about the ingredients, cooking techniques, and culinary traditions.

• Osaka cooking class with a local expert in his studio, offering breathtaking views of the city
• Introduction to Japanese ingredients, cuisine, and culture
• Learn to prepare sushi, ramen, tempura, or gyoza
• Savor your Japanese meal with miso soup and green tea
• Suitable for beginners, families, children, and couples
• Lactose-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan diets available upon request

If you opt for the market tour, enjoy a guided visit to the Karahori Shotengai market

• Menu may vary depending on the season
• If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
• Private, personalized experience
• Max can accommodate lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diets, on request.
• Please let your host know your menu preference in advance, while booking your experience

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.