-Secrets of Japanese Home Cooking in the Kuma Valley The Kuma Basin’s abundant natural environment has long supported a rich food culture, where fresh river fish, mountain vegetables, and rice from fertile fields are staples of everyday meals. This experience focuses on the essence of Japanese home cooking, revealing the subtle techniques and cultural wisdom behind each dish. Guided by Sechan, a lively local chef with deep roots in the community, you'll discover how ordinary ingredients are transformed into nourishing, beautiful meals — a tradition quietly passed from generation to generation. Through hands-on learning and storytelling, you'll connect not just with the cuisine, but with the spirit of rural Japanese life.
Join local chef Sechan in the Kuma Valley for a hands-on cooking class where you’ll learn to create authentic Japanese home-style dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients, and then enjoy the meal together in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. -What you will do ・Join a hands-on cooking class led by local chef Sechan in a cozy kitchen setting. ・Prepare traditional Japanese home-style dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from the Kuma Valley. ・Enjoy a homemade-style lunch featuring the dishes you’ve created. -Note The cooking experience can accommodate food allergies, religious dietary restrictions, and preferences such as vegetarian or vegan. Please indicate any dietary needs in advace.
*Free transportation available for customers staying at Ryokan Ayunosato
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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