
Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo
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Is Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo worth booking?
Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo is a 3-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $19500 per person. It scores 41 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 41 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $19500 per person
Learn how to make authentic Japanese food with this washoku cooking class in Tokyo. Experience the art of traditional cuisine, known for its fresh, seasonal ingredients and elegant presentation. Japan’s four seasons bri
What you get
About this experience
Learn how to make authentic Japanese food with this washoku cooking class in Tokyo. Experience the art of traditional cuisine, known for its fresh, seasonal ingredients and elegant presentation. Japan’s four seasons bring a wide variety of ingredients that shape everyday washoku cooking. In this hands-on class, you’ll prepare an Ichiju Sansai meal—soup, rice, one main dish, and two side dishes—while learning about Japanese culture, culinary customs, ingredients, etiquette, and the spirit of omotenashi. You’ll cook a complete seasonal Japanese meal featuring soup, steamed rice, a main dish, and two side dishes. Seasonal Menu Examples (Menu varies by season and ingredient availability.) Spring: Takenoko Gohan & seasonal vegetables Summer: Goya Chanpuru & seasonal vegetables Autumn: Kuri Gohan & seasonal vegetables Winter: Tonjiru & seasonal vegetables
What's included
Included
- English recipe
- One non-alcoholic drink
- Ingredients
- Local instructor
Not included
- Transportation to/from location
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Wed, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beauty of Japan
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- For safety reasons, cutting ingredients will not be available but demonstrated
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing food! Great host who was very...
<p>Amazing food! Great host who was very insightful. A very enjoyable experience.</p>
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed, Fri, Sun
- Price range
- $19500 to $25000
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 41
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo cost?
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Prices start at $19500 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 Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo 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 Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 41 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo?
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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 Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo 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 Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo?
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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 Washoku – Japanese Cooking Class in Shibuya, Tokyo 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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