Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan

Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko

Outty Ranking 61 5.0 · 1 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $69

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61/100

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Is Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko worth booking?

Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko is a 3-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $69 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
61 / 100
Rating
5/5 (1)
Duration
3 hours
From
$69 per person

Michiko is a professional cooking teacher and has been conducting cooking lessons for Japanese locals for 5 years. She is now excited to share Japanese home cooking with travelers and teach you to make handmade udon nood

What you get

    About this experience

    Michiko is a professional cooking teacher and has been conducting cooking lessons for Japanese locals for 5 years. She is now excited to share Japanese home cooking with travelers and teach you to make handmade udon noodles from scratch. If learning about Japanese ingredients, cuisine, culture and culinary traditions is something that interests you, then this is the perfect class for you. Her cooking class is perfect for adults as well as children. Michiko learned to cook traditional Japanese dishes from her mother and is so thrilled to pass on her passion and share a Japanese home-cooked meal with people from around the world! 2.5 hour immersive Japanese cooking class in Tokyo Handmade udon making class in Tokyo close to Ikegami train station Learn to cook hand rolled sushi or bento lunch box or homemade udon noodles Fun Tokyo cooking classes for children

    What's included

    Included

    • Homecooked meal
    • Japanese Udon Class with your host Michiko

    What you'll see and do

    1. Meet Michiko at her cooking studio, a 5 min walk from the Ikegami station, to learn to make handmade udon in Tokyo. Udon is a type of traditional Japanese noodles that are soft with a thick, chewy texture. In your 2.5 hour hands-on Tokyo cooking class, learn to make handmade udon noodles from scratch. Be prepared to knead, stomp and cut the noodles, before you use it to prepare a special noodle soup with pork. Later learn to make a spinach dish which is seasoned with a sesame sauce. After cooking, enjoy a meal of fresh homemade udon served with spinach and a seasonal fruit. Michiko can also teach you to make temaki-zushi (hand rolled sushi) or kawaii bento lunch box, instead of handmade udon noodles. So please let her know your preference when booking this Japanese cooking class in Tokyo online.

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Tokyo

    Please meet your host directly at her cooking studio, a 5 min walk from the Ikegami station. Exact address and Google Maps link to the location can be found in the 'before you go' section of your voucher, upon confirmation.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Please meet your host directly at her cooking studio, a 5 min walk from the Ikegami station. Exact address and Google Maps link to the location can be found in the 'before you go' section of your voucher, upon confirmation.

    Options you can book

    • Cooking + dinner with Michiko

    • Cooking and lunch with Michiko

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Traveling Spoon

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Michiko can also teach you to make temaki-zushi (hand rolled sushi) or kawaii bento lunch box, instead of homemade udon noodles. So please let her know your preference when booking this Japanese cooking class in Tokyo online.
    • Activity will take place in a cooking studio near Ikegami station
    • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
    • Note: This is not a professional cooking class, rather an experience to meet a local Japanese person and share the culture and cuisine together

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    Traveler reviews

    1 verified traveler reviews for Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    David B · March 2017

    If you like cooking, and enjoy Japanese...

    <p>If you like cooking, and enjoy Japanese food this is an excellent opportunity to learn simple home-style Japanese cooking, with ingredients that are available in most large U.S. cities. The food was delicious and our host was friendly and engaging. The interpreter did a nice job too. Having the session in an average Tokyo outer suburban home makes it even more interesting as few westerners will have that experience.</p>

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    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $69 to $165
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 61

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)88
    Review evidence (18% weight)10
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)51
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.

    How much does Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko cost?

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    Prices start at $69 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.

    Is Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko?

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    Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Handmade Udon Cooking Class in Tokyo with Michiko start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Tokyo?

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    Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Tokyo?

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    Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Tokyo?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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