Discover Japanese Umami: Onigiri & Dashi Masterclass in Tokyo
〜 The Essence of Washoku: Mastering Onigiri, Dashi & Dashimaki tamago 〜
Umami: The Taste Beyond Borders
Discover the Essence of Umami – The Soul of Japanese Cuisine
Join our hands-on workshop and explore the secret behind Japan’s delicate flavor: Dashi, the traditional soup stock made from kombu (kelp) and bonito flakes.
Learn how to create harmony in taste — simple, natural, and full of depth — and enjoy authentic Japanese dishes that celebrate the art of umami.
Experience the Japanese philosophy of “Wa” — balance, respect, and nature — through food.
Explanation:
Join our hands-on cooking experience in Tokyo and learn the foundations of Japanese culinary culture through rice, dashi, and the art of tamagoyaki — led by instructors rooted in kappo tradition.
Discover the heart of Japanese cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in Tokyo, designed for curious travelers and food lovers alike. You’ll dive into the world of umami—Japan’s savory “fifth taste”—by learning how to make traditional dashi (soup stock) from scratch. Then, get hands-on as you shape your own onigiri (rice balls) with a variety of classic fillings, and cook fluffy dashimaki tamago (Japanese rolled omelet) using a traditional rectangular pan. A demonstration of miso soup and side dishes is also included to complete your washoku experience. No prior cooking experience is needed, and all instruction is in English. You’ll receive a printed recipe set and Japanese seasonings to take home, so you can recreate the flavors of Japan in your own kitchen. Perfect for pairs or small groups—come hungry and leave inspired!
Discover Japanese Umami:
Onigiri & Dashi Masterclass in Tokyo
［Schedule］ Course hours：2h
10:45 - Registration for participants
11:00 - Greetings and self-introductions
11:05 - Lecture on "What are the five flavors?" and "What is umami?" with slides on a large screen
11:25 - Professionals demonstrate how to make dashi (kelp dashi, bonito dashi, Combined dashi）
11:35 - Dashi tasting (experience the synergistic effects of dashi)
11:45 - Basic structure of a traditional Japanese meal ～Ichiju sansai～
11:50 - "Miso soup and side dish demonstration, followed by a hands-on experience making Dashimaki Tamago (Japanese rolled omelet)."
12:05 - Make traditional Japanese home-style Onigiri(rice balls )together
12:30～ give a certificate of participation & Photo TimeTasting time
12:35～ Tasting time
※Please see the booking page for details.
［Includes］
・Food and drinks
・Lecture in Japanese or English
・Uniform to wear during the lesson
・Original condiment set to take home
(light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, sake)
・Wifi
・Certificate of participation
［Not included］
Transportation costs to the meeting place
I agree to the following terms.
*If there are multiple participants, all participants are deemed to have agreed to the following.
1) We are not responsible for any food poisoning or illness that occurs after eating the food cooked in this lesson.
2) Please do not take the completed food home. There is a risk that the food will be damaged during the take-out and cause food poisoning or illness after eating.
3) We do not accommodate food allergies such as substituting ingredients or changing tableware. If you have allergies, please participate at your own risk.
4) We are not responsible for any injuries or accidents that occur during this lesson.
Even More for Participants!
Workshop participants can enjoy 10% off all items at the 1F Shop on the same day of their workshop visit.
Other "KAPPODO WORKSHOP" information
Experience the Spirit of Washoku
Japanese Cuisine Workshop by the Japan Kappodo Institute
Discover the harmony of Japan’s culinary art — where nature, technique, and mindfulness blend into one.
Join our hands-on workshop to learn the secrets of traditional Japanese cuisine: how to prepare, present, and appreciate food with elegance and balance.
Taste the beauty of the seasons, feel the precision of a chef’s touch, and explore the philosophy of health and harmony that defines Washoku — Japan’s UNESCO-recognized food culture.
Make your visit to Japan not just a journey, but a memory that lingers on your palate and in your heart.