Small-Group Ramen & Gyoza Cooking with Tokyo Mom (Vegan OK)

The cooking class was fun for our family. Easy to follow and Aki was very welcoming. Very kid friendly, I did this with my 7yo and 10yo. The kids loved it. We ate the ramen and gyoza after making it and it was delicious. Aki was fluent in English and I would recommend this experience to anyone.

What a great experience! Aki was excellent… very knowledgeable in the kitchen. She explained each ingredient to us then would show us the steps to prepare the dish. She spoke great English and was very helpful answering any questions we had. It’s a small class that takes up to 6 people…so it was nice to get to know Aki. She also took great photos and videos throughout the whole experience. After the class she sent organized recipes as well as photos and videos. Highly recommend! If you’re in Tokyo, the only choice should be cooking with Aki!

Amazing experience and delicious food! Tokyo Mom is an informative and engaging host! She was very accommodating to the dietary needs of our party and enabled us to prepare both vegetarian and meat dishes. We learned so much and are excited to make our own ramen and gyozas with the techniques we learned!

The food was delicious. I can't wait to try to cook it at home. The instructions were clear and the instructor was super helpful walking us through every step. The experience was very personal and my husband and I loved it. Aki also took amazing pictures of us. A truly lovely experience.

Our cooking class in Japan was easily one of the highlights of our anniversary trip. My husband and I have a tradition of taking a cooking class whenever we travel internationally, and this experience truly stood out among them all. What made it especially memorable was how intimate it felt, it just so happened it was just the two of us, which made the entire experience feel personal and relaxed rather than rushed or crowded. Our guide struck the perfect balance between being incredibly informative and keeping things light and fun. She walked us through every step in detail, which made the process even more meaningful. We had the amazing opportunity to make ramen completely from scratch kneading and cutting our own noodles and building a rich, flavorful broth. It was both hands-on and approachable, even for non-experts like us. Sitting down afterward to enjoy the meal we created together, beautifully presented, was such a rewarding moment. The space itself was spotless and thoughtfully set up with everything we could possibly need. It was clear a lot of care had gone into creating a welcoming and comfortable environment. If you’re looking for a unique and memorable experience in Japan, especially as a couple, this is something truly special. It’s more than just a class, it’s a shared memory we’ll be talking about for years- especially the gyoza!