Izakaya Style Home Cooking Experience and Sake Pairing in Tokyo
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Experience the vibrant essence of Japanese home drinking culture with an exciting nighttime izakaya-style cooking class. Dive into a lively evening where you'll learn to prepare a variety of small, flavourful dishes perfect for pairing with your choice of sake, Japanese beer, or other beverages.Enjoy the fun of cooking while sipping on drinks, offering a truly immersive experience that captures the spirit of a traditional Japanese *nomikai* (drinking party). Izakaya-style dining is all about enjoying a range of delicious small plates that complement your drinks. Master recipes for savoury skewers, crispy tempura, tangy pickles, and more, using ingredients that are readily available in your home country. This means you can easily recreate these dishes for your own home parties, impressing friends and family with your newfound skills and authentic flavours.This experience is perfect for anyone who loves Japanese cuisine. Whether you're a seasoned cook eager to explore new dishes or a complete beginner, you'll find joy in learning and tasting. Sake and beer enthusiasts will especially appreciate discovering which beverages pair best with different dishes. It’s also a great activity for couples and friends looking for a unique and fun night out, as well as solo travellers eager to meet new people. Families are welcome too — there is a kids’ playroom to keep the little ones entertained while you enjoy your culinary adventure.
Highlights
- Learn to prepare a variety of small dishes perfect for pairing with sake
- Master recipes for wagyu steak, Japanese rolled omelette and more
- Learn about the Japanese home drinking culture
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Activity package
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
3 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Drinks
- Dinner
- Alcoholic drinks
- Cooking class
Where you'll meet
There are 2 Familymarts in Iriya station, so please find the one next to Gindako takoyaki shop and Doutor Coffee shop.
Operated by
MagicalTrip Inc.
Important information
Accessibility:
* The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller
* This tour is not recommended for people with mobility issues
Know in advance:
* Guests need to be over 12 years old in order to join the cooking process, as it includes cutting and heating processes
* Vegetarians are welcome, as ingredients and cooking process can be arranged
* This tour can't accommodate guests who are vegan and gluten-free
* Please inform the local operator at least one day before the tour if you have any dietary requests or allergies. Contact info found on the voucher after booking
* Note that requests made on the day of the tour can't be accommodated
* Allergy-free or dietary restrictions can't be guaranteed, as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to the local operator. Additionally, there might be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops. In such case, there will be different stops throughout the tour
* Please note that there might be other participants. Out of respect to other guests and to ensure the best tour for everyone, the tour will start on time
* You'll not be able to join the tour, get a refund or reschedule if you're late for the tour and miss the group
Remember to bring:
* Summer in Japan is very hot and humid, so it is recommended that you bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke