Japanese Home Cooking Classes in Tokyo
Learn real Japanese cooking from a professional — in a warm, private studio just 20 minutes from Shinagawa.
Meet Your Teacher: Michiko Tone
Hello! I am Michiko Tone, a professional culinary instructor and recipe developer working across Japan's food industry — and I would love to welcome you to my Tokyo studio.
Right: Michiko teaching on a Japanese YouTube cooking show — tap the image to watch on YouTube.
- Over 500 students a year — I run weekly cooking schools for both adults and children in Tokyo. My classes are so popular that Japanese media have featured them as "the cooking school you can never book."
- Japanese home cooking is my specialty — I am known for dishes that are delicious, healthy, and genuinely easy to make at home, using ingredients you can find in any supermarket. Everything you learn in class, you can recreate in your own kitchen.
- Published author — I wrote Kitchen Quest, a cooking adventure book for children published in Japan.
- Recipe developer for major Japanese brands — I create recipes and food content for leading Japanese kitchen-appliance and food companies.
- Instructor trainer — I train and certify Japan's next generation of cooking teachers.
- Vegan & vegetarian friendly — vegan and vegetarian menus are always available. Just let me know when you book.
I hope you will come and enjoy Japanese home cooking with me!
Choose Your Class
Handmade Udon Noodles from Scratch
2.5 hours
Knead, roll, and cut your own udon noodles the traditional way, then enjoy them in a rich pork soup made with real Japanese dashi. You will learn the secret of umami — the foundation of all Japanese cooking.
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Anime Food: Katsudon — the Pork Cutlet Rice Bowl
2.5 hours
You have seen it in your favorite anime: the golden pork cutlet simmered in sweet-savory sauce with fluffy egg, served over steaming rice. Katsudon is Japan's ultimate comfort food — and the dish characters eat to celebrate a victory. Make it yourself, from breading the cutlet to the perfect egg finish.
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Vegan Japanese Cooking: Inari Sushi, Tempura & Miso
2 hours
A fully plant-based Japanese meal — no compromises, no animal products. Learn how Japanese cuisine builds deep flavor from kombu dashi, miso, and soy, and why vegan guests from around the world love this class.
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Pricing
| Adults | ¥15,000 per person — all classes |
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| Children (12 and under) | 30% off (¥10,500 per child) |
| Group size | Minimum 2 guests. Traveling solo? You can book a fully private class for ¥30,000. |
Booking directly on this page is the best available price — no platform booking fees.
The Studio
Classes are held at my private cooking studio Manabiya NORI, a 5-minute walk from Ikegami Station on the Tokyu Ikegami Line — about 20 minutes from Shinagawa and easy to reach from central Tokyo. The exact address and a simple route guide are sent after booking.
What Guests Say
FAQ
I have allergies or dietary restrictions.
Please tell me when you book — I adjust menus for allergies, and vegetarian or vegan guests are always welcome.
Can children join?
Yes. I teach children every week in my Japanese cooking school, and my classes are designed to be safe and fun for young cooks.
Who will teach my class?
Classes are usually taught by Michiko herself. On some dates, your class may be led by one of Michiko's certified instructors — teachers she has personally trained and certified through her own instructor program. You will always know who your teacher is when your booking is confirmed.
I have never cooked before. Is that OK?
Absolutely. Most of my guests are complete beginners. I will guide you step by step.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the class.
How do I pay?
Once your date is confirmed, you will receive a secure online payment link by email — you can pay by credit card in a few minutes. Your spot is secured when payment is completed.
Book Your Class
Send a booking request with your preferred date, class, and number of guests — I will reply within 24 hours.