Miso Ramen, Gyoza & Matcha Cooking Class in Kamakura

Make three dishes: ramen soup you build yourself, gyoza with fresh vegetables, and matcha tea

A two-hour cooking class in Kamakura where you make miso ramen soup from vegetables and chicken, wrap gyoza dumplings, and prepare matcha green tea with dry sweets. The instructor teaches in English or Japanese and welcomes children from age 4. Lunch and dinner are included, along with recipes you take home.

The Experience

You arrive and start with gyoza, wrapping juicy dumplings filled with vegetables. The instructor walks you through the technique so the pleats seal properly. Then you move to the ramen: you'll make the soup stock from scratch using vegetables and chicken, learning the key points that give it an authentic taste without the complexity. The instructor provides a recipe so you can recreate it at home. You also prepare char siu (braised pork), tying the meat with string as part of the hands-on experience.

Once the ramen is ready, you eat what you've made. Toward the end of the class, you sit at the table and whisk matcha green tea casually, then pair it with dry Japanese sweets. The instructor speaks English or Japanese and loves talking about Japanese culture, anime and local sightseeing recommendations: useful if you're planning the rest of your time in Kamakura. Bottled water is provided throughout.

What’s included

• Lunch and dinner.
• bottled water.
• recipes for ramen and char siu to take home.
• instruction in English or Japanese.

Days and timesDaily · 11:00 and 17:00

AgesAges 13+ · 4 to 12 years · Under 4 — No ticket type: can't be added to a booking

Meeting point and pickupNo pickup · ends where it startsMeeting point, per the operator: “4-minute walk from Inamuragasaki Station on the Enoshima Electric Railway Line”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Cooking Aya Kamakura

Is this one for you?The class runs near public transportation, so you don't need a car or a ride to get there. Book directly from your hotel or station in Kamakura. If you're staying without a kitchen or want to learn Japanese cooking from someone who knows the culture well, the two-hour format fits easily into a day of sightseeing.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Japanese.

Can children come?

4 to 12 years. Under 4: no ticket type, they can't be added to a booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

Can I really make the ramen soup myself, or does the instructor do most of it?

You make the soup stock yourself from vegetables and chicken. The instructor teaches the key points that make it taste authentic, but the hands-on work is yours. You'll have a recipe to take home so you can make it again.

What if I've never cooked Japanese food before?

The class is designed for all levels. The instructor is a professional teacher who works with many students and says you can learn with peace of mind. Each technique is broken down so it's easy to follow.

How do I get to the class if I don't have a car?

Public transportation options are available nearby, so you can reach the class by train or bus from anywhere in Kamakura or the surrounding area.

Do I need to bring anything or wear special clothes?

No special equipment or clothing is required. Wear something you don't mind getting a little flour on. The class provides everything you need to cook.