
Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 33 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit worth booking?
Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit is a 2.5-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $120 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 33 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 74 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (33)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $120 per person
~~~ Best of the Best 2023 Award Winner! Thank you!!~~~ Okonomiyaki and Gyoza are becoming a lot more famous overseas. Okonomiyaki is a Japanese-style savory pancake. “Okonomi” means “As-you-like-it” and “Yaki” means to “cook/stir-fry/grill”. In this class, we will make a Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki which has a layer of vegetables, dried ingredients, pork and egg noodles. It’s so much fun to flip several times with using special kitchen tools. Gyoza is a dumpling with minced pork and vegetable stuffing. You will learn the secrets how to make crispy Gyoza. Enjoy Okonomiyaki and Gyoza!
What you get
About this experience
~~~ Best of the Best 2023 Award Winner! Thank you!!~~~ Okonomiyaki and Gyoza are becoming a lot more famous overseas. Okonomiyaki is a Japanese-style savory pancake. “Okonomi” means “As-you-like-it” and “Yaki” means to “cook/stir-fry/grill”. In this class, we will make a Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki which has a layer of vegetables, dried ingredients, pork and egg noodles. It’s so much fun to flip several times with using special kitchen tools. Gyoza is a dumpling with minced pork and vegetable stuffing. You will learn the secrets how to make crispy Gyoza. Enjoy Okonomiyaki and Gyoza!
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Local supermarket tour
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
10:00AM at the YUCa's Japanese Cooking studio
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
10:00AM at the YUCa's Japanese Cooking studio
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 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- YUCa's Japanese Cooking
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 33 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
33 verified traveler reviews for Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Delicious Japanese home cooking
Our experience with Yuca was such a joy! From the moment we walked in she made us feel welcome. Our family really enjoyed learning about Japanese cooking and preparing and cooking the food in such a lovely space. We felt like we were cooking with family or an old friend. It was like cooking at home but with much better knives and ingredients. 😋 My kids particularly enjoyed it all and vowed to start cooking as soon as we return home. Our food turned out delicious and there was soooo much. I can still taste it. 🤤 Yuca‘s teas were also very yummy. I highly recommend taking a class on your visit to Japan. Our future Japan visits will definitely include more cooking with Yuca in our itinerary. 🤩
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Host!
Great intimate cooking class! Was in a cute part of the city, and our host was super sweet! She showed us how to make great ramen and gyoza in a fun way. Highly recommend to any Tokyo travelers!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your lovely review! I’m really happy to hear that you enjoyed the cooking class and the neighborhood as well. It was a pleasure cooking ramen and gyoza together with you! I hope you have a wonderful time exploring Tokyo, and I’d love to see you again someday.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing and fun experience
We had an awesome time as a family cooking together at Yuca's Japanese cooking class in her own home. The class was organised and Yuca was warm and friendly, who was passionate about cooking. Her instructions were easy to understand and step by step. We will definitely make the gyoza and okonomiyaki when we get home as the ingredients used to make these are so versatile and tasty. Would definitely recommend this to all types of cooks!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! It truly made my day to read it. I’m so happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed cooking together and had a great time in my class. It was a real pleasure to have you all in my home. I’m especially glad that the instructions were easy to follow and that you’re excited to make gyoza and okonomiyaki again at home — they really are versatile and fun dishes to share! Thank you again for your warm recommendation. I hope to cook with you and your family again someday.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing place
Very warm people and amazing experience. Had a lot of fun learning how to cook all the Japanese meals, they turned out delicious!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m very happy to hear that you had a fun time and enjoyed learning how to cook Japanese meals. I’m glad everything turned out delicious! Thank you again for joining us—I hope you’ll enjoy making the dishes again at home.
via Tripadvisor
A wonderful home cooking class!
We had a wonderful time at Yuca’s cooking class! She is so warm and friendly, and we learned how to make delicious gyoza and ramen. My 10 year old son also participated in the class and he loved it. The class is in Yuca’s home, in a residential neighborhood, so that was a fun aspect as well.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for joining the class and for your wonderful words! I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed making gyoza and ramen together. Your son did such a great job and it was lovely having him participate as well. I hope you’ll continue enjoying cooking these dishes at home. It was truly a pleasure meeting you, and you’re always welcome back anytime!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $120 to $25,900
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 12
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by YUCa's Japanese Cooking, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 68.3.
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Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit cost?
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Prices start at $120 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 Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit 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 Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 33 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 Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit?
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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 Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit 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 Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit?
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Around 12 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 Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit 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 Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (3-4 Stops, 14+ Tastings), Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set, Sushi Making Tokyo Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class. 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.
What is included in Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit?
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Included: Lunch; and Local supermarket tour. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit?
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10:00AM at the YUCa's Japanese Cooking studio Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Tokyo. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit?
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Across 33 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, good for families, the guide. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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