
Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan
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Based on 15 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan worth booking?
Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan is a 2.5-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $14000 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 15 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 50 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (15)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $14000 per person
Experience Japan's unique food culture in our class with our experienced cooking instructor, who can speak English well! Hands-on support for your Chara-ben cooking experience in friendly manner.
What you get
About this experience
Experience Japan's unique food culture in our class with our experienced cooking instructor, who can speak English well! Hands-on support for your Chara-ben cooking experience in friendly manner.
What's included
Included
- Ingredients
- Cooking Experience
- Beverages
Not included
- Private transportation
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
Please note that the address shown on the Google Map below displays a different location. The cooking studios are located near Shinjuku, Chiyoda, and Minato wards respectively. We will inform you of the details of the location 3 days prior to the reservation date.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please note that the address shown on the Google Map below displays a different location. The cooking studios are located near Shinjuku, Chiyoda, and Minato wards respectively. We will inform you of the details of the location 3 days prior to the reservation date.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Patia's Japanese Cooking Class
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
15 verified traveler reviews for Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Bento Creating Class
Amazing time getting creative with Bentos!! Really great fun and would suggest to everyone who loves food and food presentation!
via Tripadvisor
Fun Bento Box class
Our chef Kiyomi did a great job of making fun Totoro bento box! Fun time for adults and kids both! Great way to spend some time with my family and class was really fun.
via Tripadvisor
Outstanding Experience!
I loved this experience! It was so much fun and Yuko made the cooking experience so interesting. I learned so much and I highly recommend doing this with Yuko.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience
The most amazing experience! Our instructor was so kind and the food was delicious! Will definitely come back when back in Japan!
via Tripadvisor
Bento Box Magic: A Hands-On Culinary Adventure in Tokyo!
Wow! What an amazing experience making Bento boxes. We brought a group of 30 students from America, and it was absolutely perfect. We prepared different elements of the Bento box together and then enjoyed the meal as a group. The food was delicious, and the staff was incredibly friendly. It was the perfect hands-on experience here in Tokyo!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so happy to hear that your group of 30 students and 6 teachers had a great time making the Bento boxes together. It’s always a joy to host such enthusiastic participants, and we’re glad the food and experience met your expectations. Our team loved sharing this hands-on activity with you all, and we hope to welcome you back the next time you’re in Tokyo!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 50
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan cost?
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Prices start at $14000 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 Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan take?
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Plan for about 2.5 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 Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan?
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Around 5 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 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Making a bento box with cute character look in Japan 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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