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Osaka Cooking Class: Okonomiyaki & Miso Soup
5.0
265 Ratings
Osaka
Uncover the secrets of Osaka Cuisine in this engaging cooking class. Learn to make takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and miso soup from scratch with a local chef.
Uncover the secrets of Osaka Cuisine in this engaging cooking class. Learn to make takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and miso soup from scratch with a local chef.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 2-chōme-15-12 Yoshino - Participate in a hands-on cooking class at the home of a local instructor. Gain skills in preparing local Osaka cuisine from an experienced teacher. Enjoy tasting the delicious dishes after the cooking session.
- 2-chōme-15-12 Yoshino - Participate in a hands-on cooking class at the home of a local instructor. Gain skills in preparing local Osaka cuisine from an experienced teacher. Enjoy tasting the delicious dishes after the cooking session.
What's Included
- Hands-on cooking class in Osaka local instructor’s home
- English-speaking instructor
- All ingredients and utensils
- Lunch or dinner (enjoy what you cook)
- Hands-on cooking class in Osaka local instructor’s home
- English-speaking instructor
- All ingredients and utensils
- Lunch or dinner (enjoy what you cook)
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Extra food or drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Extra food or drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
Meal Options
- Dashimaki Tamago - Osaka-style Japanese omelet.
- Okonomiyaki - Osaka’s popular savory pancake.
- Miso soup - Traditional Japanese soup
- Matcha - Whisk your own green tea
- Taiyaki - Fish-shaped waffle with red bean paste.
- Water
- Green tea
- Vegetarian and pescatarian options available upon request.
- Dashimaki Tamago - Osaka-style Japanese omelet.
- Okonomiyaki - Osaka’s popular savory pancake.
- Miso soup - Traditional Japanese soup
- Matcha - Whisk your own green tea
- Taiyaki - Fish-shaped waffle with red bean paste.
- Water
- Green tea
- Vegetarian and pescatarian options available upon request.
Additional Information
Try your hand at cooking in the home of a local chef. Your class introduces you to the world of Japanese cuisine as you prepare Osaka specialties like takoyaki and okonomiyaki, along with a delicious miso soup to complement the meal. After the main course, you’ll get to whisk green tea (Matcha) and enjoy Taiyaki, a popular fish-shaped street waffle….
Try your hand at cooking in the home of a local chef. Your class introduces you to the world of Japanese cuisine as you prepare Osaka specialties like takoyaki and okonomiyaki, along with a delicious miso soup to complement the meal. After the main course, you’ll get to whisk green tea (Matcha) and enjoy Taiyaki, a popular fish-shaped street waffle.
Learn how to make miso soup from scratch.
The main courses of the day are takoyaki and okonomiyaki, two iconic dishes from Osaka, which is celebrated as Japan’s food capital. While preparing takoyaki—fried balls of wheat flour batter encasing a tender piece of octopus—you’ll learn how to cut the octopus to the right size and master the timing for rotating the batter in the special ball-shaped pan. Next, you’ll make okonomiyaki, a hearty and savory pancake usually made with cabbage, flour, egg, pork belly slices, and dried bonito flakes.
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers, except for age 2 years and under
- Please arrive in meeting point on time — participation cannot be guaranteed for guests arriving more than 10 minutes late, and refunds will not be provided..
- The cooking studio is small, so only guests with a confirmed booking can join the class.
- Vegetarian and pescatarian options are available upon request at the time of booking.
- Attention: The closest stations to the meeting area are Metro Nodahanshin station or the Hanshin railway Noda station（※please notice the JR railway Noda station is different station from there 10 min away by walk）
Location
Outside Noda Station, Osaka.
Meeting point:The garden area In front of Vie De France bakery shop.
Out side Metro Noda Hanshin station exit 4 or Out side the Hanshin railway Noda station.
Attention : the JR railway Noda station is different station from there 10 min away by walk
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(265 Ratings)
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Gordon_w
Jan 5, 2026
Foodie Must! - Our host was great at teaching us some traditional meals. The meal was fulfilling and be prepared to take some back with you! Everything was easy to cook and we were really informed in the history of the food.
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Y4456btchristopherw
Jan 1, 2026
A truly charming and memorable cooking experience - This cooking class was an absolute highlight of our time in Japan. Yayo welcomed us into her own apartment and immediately made us feel at home — the setting was intimate, relaxed, and wonderfully authentic.
She is absolutely adorable and a fantastic teacher, guiding us step by step through making okonomiyaki and several other delicious Japanese dishes. Everything was explained clearly, with plenty of tips about ingredients, techniques, and everyday Japanese home cooking along the way.
It felt far more personal than a typical class, more like being invited into a local’s home to cook together. We left full, happy, and with recipes we’ll genuinely use again. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a warm, genuine, and hands-on cultural experience.
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Eugene_m
Dec 31, 2025
Such a great and fun... - Such a great and fun experience with Yayo! She really makes you feel at home and taught us how to create some delicious meals. Highly recommend!
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Emma_s
Dec 29, 2025
This was the highlight of... - This was the highlight of our Japan trip so far. Yayo is so lovely and the food and experience was amazing. We loved it.
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Amanda_e
Dec 21, 2025
Awesome class with Yayo - I purchased this cooking class for my husband to celebrate his birthday and Yayo did not disappoint! We were the only couple there and had a really engaging and one on one type experience. This was one of our favorite experiences in Japan and it really made us feel like we could make these dishes at home. I actually liked what we made with Yayo more than what we had purchased in Osaka the previous evening. It felt healthier and more authentic. Yayo's mom even made the miso paste and plum wine that is served.
We cannot recommend this class enough. It is a good value for your money and it is incredibly unique. We felt very welcome in Yayo's home. Thank you so much for your hospitality, Yayo!
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Amber_c
Dec 10, 2025
Yayo was an amazing host.... - Yayo was an amazing host. We felt incredibly lucky to be welcomed into her home. She was a great instructor and answered any questions we had. The location was very easy to find and we left with very full stomachs. Must do experience to see how true Japanese cooking is done. Thank you Yayo, we loved it
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Neha_b
Dec 8, 2025
Delicious food with a lovely host! - This was such a fun and wholesome experience! I was traveling solo and ended ip being the only guest that day which made it a special private cooking lesson. The lesson was in the host’s own apartment and was super personal and engaging. Each dish was delicious and she even left me with a little gift at the end. She was the sweetest person ever! She gave lots of good info and guidance - super encouraging throughout the lesson. Can’t wait to try recreating some at home! Great way to try some local Osaka classics, highly recommend,
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Mikaeld546
Nov 29, 2025
An amazing time! - We had an amazing time with Yayo, she is an amazing host and made us feel so welcomed in her home. She was also funny and explained so well how to make the dishes it was a really great experience and we really enjoyed our time with her! 6-stars!!
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Kyle_f
Nov 27, 2025
Dinner with Yayo - We made multiple dishes and Yayo explained everything thoroughly. I appreciated how she explained the cultural background behind the dishes. She was very welcoming and friendly. I’m thankful she shared her Mom’s ingredients too! Very special.
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Explore33535048649
Nov 23, 2025
A taste of Japan! - My partner and I didn’t know what to expect going in, but what an experience! Our guide Yayo was the perfect host for us in her lovely home. We were able to learn about the history of Japanese cuisines, including the origin and different styles/preferences across different parts of Japan. With tea and a beverage at the ready, participants were able to partake in assembly and cooking of the various eats under the careful guidance of Yayo. Highly recommended!
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