• Ibaraichi Station - Begin your journey with a car pickup from the nearest JR station, leading to a brief drive to the host family’s charming countryside residence. Upon arrival, enjoy a handmade welcome drink and some time to unwind.

Next, embark on a garden tour where you can pick seasonal vegetables and observe edible herbs growing nearby. Your hosts will share insights on how these ingredients are incorporated into daily Japanese cuisine and how seasonal changes affect dietary choices.

With the freshly gathered ingredients, you’ll collaboratively prepare a meal. This is an exclusive experience, with the menu pre-selected based on your preferences. Vegan options are available. Choose from popular Japanese dishes like okonomiyaki, ramen, gyoza, sushi, or bento, as well as traditional home-style meals such as ichiju-sansai (one soup with three side dishes served with rice).

Once cooking is complete, everyone gathers to savor the meal together. After dining, enjoy a leisurely stroll around the property, engage in conversation with the family, and soak in the serene rural ambiance.

After booking, please check your email to finalize the menu in advance.

• Meals
• Private transportation

Discover the authentic rural charm of Japan near Hiroshima. Journey by local train, gather fresh garden produce, prepare traditional dishes with a local family, and enjoy a homemade meal in the serene countryside.

This exclusive garden-to-table culinary experience is hosted at a family residence just outside Hiroshima City. Participants will cook using fresh vegetables cultivated by the hosts, along with seasonal herbs, fruits, and artisanal preserved foods, while gaining insights into the daily food culture of rural Japan.

Perfect for travelers who have already visited bustling cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto, this experience provides a delightful change of pace. The picturesque train ride through rice paddies, mountains, and rivers is an integral part of the adventure.

Guests are warmly welcomed into the host family’s home, where they reside with their two children (ages 10 and 13). Through cooking, conversation, and shared moments, visitors experience genuine hospitality and a meaningful cultural exchange that transcends a typical cooking class.

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