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Japanese Cooking Class at a Traditional House in Nagano
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3 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: Japanese, English
Overview
The class is held at the over 130 years old house.
It was built in Machiya style and was used to be a house of Shoya, the biggest merchant in the city at that time. You can have a look around the unique inside.
We will show you traditional life style such as Koto, a Japanese harp and an old sawing machine, which have been carefully stored for a long time in Kura, an old style storage in back of the house.
The kitchen is made of Sake barrel lids came from a local brewery.
It’s located on the second floor, you will see the beautiful Japanese garden.
We provide aprons, so you don’t need to bring anything.
We will give you a recipe that you can cook at your country.
The class consists of some basics of Japanese cooking, such as how to make Dashi broth, and introduction of local made ingredients, which are not normally seen at regular supermarkets. We will explain for you to cook at home when you go back.
Recipes are adjustable for vegetarians and vegans.
What's Included
- On top of what you cook during the class, other dishes and noodles or rice, dessert are included
- Aprons, and other cooking tools
- Private transportation
- Various types of Sake are optional for those over 20 years old, the legal age for alcohol beverage in Japan.
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
The meeting point is at the Shinano Omachi station, where is about an hour from Hakuba JR station by local train. I will be at the ticket gate when you arrive.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
This Japanese Cooking experience in English will be your memorable experience while you are staying Japan! You can touch the authentic local ingredients and learn how to cook them, moreover you can bring the recipe and tips to your home!
Shinano Omachi is located at the bottom of Northern Japanese Alps and in cold climate. Also the city was historically a stop over point of the Salt Road which connects between the Sea of Japan and the middle of Honshu island. This environment and the historical role created unique food culture, and it has been inherited among people living in this city.
Through this unique class, you will discover not only Japanese authentic food culture, but also sustainable and healthy Japanese diets.
You can chose from following 3 courses:
- Traditional Local Food Course
- Temari Sushi Course
- Shabushabu Course
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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