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Japanese Katsu Curry Cooking Class–near YANAKA, Tokyo!
- Duration2 hours 30 min
- GroupShared · max 6
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Let’s make curry roux from scratch at YUZU WASHOKU STUDIO, near charming Yanaka! When you make it yourself, you can customize the flavor just the way you like. Japanese curry is a beloved comfort food enjoyed by people of all ages.
In this hands-on class led by a home chef, you’ll learn how to make curry from scratch and fry perfectly crispy, golden-brown tonkatsu—all in a fun, interactive small-group setting.
We provide simple, easy-to-follow recipes and share tips on how to substitute ingredients with ones available in your own country. Vegetarian options are also available—just let us know your preferences in advance.
Our studio is tucked away in a quiet residential neighborhood in Tokyo’s old downtown district. Here, you’ll get a glimpse of everyday Japanese life. As we cook together, I hope you’ll enjoy discovering the little details that make a Japanese kitchen special.
I truly look forward to welcoming you. Let’s enjoy cooking together in a warm, home-style Japanese kitchen!
What you will do
Katsu Curry Cooking Class 10:00 a.m. - Meet at YUZU WASHOKU STUDIO. 10:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Lecture about Japanese Home Cooking & Tokyo guide 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 a.m. Cooking & Tasting In this class, you will learn how to make Japanese curry from scratch, without using store-bought roux. This allows you to customize it to your liking. I will also share tips on how to fry golden-brown tonkatsu perfectly at home. Additionally, we will prepare a refreshing seasonal vegetable side dish during the class. What You’ll Learn: How to prepare Japanese curry roux from scratch. How to fry golden-brown tonkatsu. How to make a seasonal veg. side dish. This Class Includes: Japanese curry rice Tonkatsu Seasonal vegetable side dish Green tea & water *Important Notes If you have any food allergies or special dietary needs (e.g., vegetarian, gluten-free, halal), please let us know when making your reservation. The vegetables used in the side dishes will vary depending on the season. Tonkatsu is typically made with pork, but we can substitute it with chicken or tofu upon request if you let us know in advance. Kindly let us know when making your reservation.
Food & drink
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
YUZU WASHOKU STUDIO 1-58-4 Nishi Nippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo, 116-0013 Our studio is located about a 10-minute walk from JR Nishi Nippori Station. Look for the "YUZU WASHOKU STUDIO" sign at the entrance to find us easily.
End / drop-off
YUZU WASHOKU STUDIO 1-58-4 Nishi Nippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo, 116-0013 Our studio is located about a 10-minute walk from JR Nishi Nippori Station. Look for the "YUZU WASHOKU STUDIO" sign at the entrance to find us easily.
What's included
Included
- Rental apron and hand towel
- Katsu curry-rice, side vegetable dish, green tea & water
Not included
- Hotel pick up
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 6 travellers per booking
- At least one adult must be included in the booking
- Age bands: Infant (0–5), Adult (6–99)
Languages
- Guide
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
- This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it's cancelled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 2 days before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Product code
- 5555957P1
What you'll be asked when booking
- Age of each traveller
- First name of each traveller
- Last name of each traveller
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
5.0/ 536 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (3) and Tripadvisor (33).
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