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Osaka Authentic Japanese Tempura and Miso Soup Cooking Class by Local Operator

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Activity provider: yuki Japanese cooking class
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2.5-hour tour in Osaka, including Cooking Class: Hands-on lesson on making tempura and miso and Ingredients and Equipment: Fresh ingredients and all. Run by yuki Japanese cooking class, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Runs 2.5 hours
  • Cooking Class: Hands-on lesson on making tempura and miso soup
  • Ingredients and Equipment: Fresh ingredients and all necessary cooking tools are provided
  • English-Speaking Instructor: The class is taught by an experienced instructor fluent in English
  • Recipe Handouts: Detailed recipes are provided so you can recreate the dishes at home
  • Meal Tasting: Enjoy the dishes you prepare during the class

Osaka Authentic Japanese Tempura and Miso Soup Cooking Class by Local Operator: Key Facts

PriceFrom $125.5 per person
Duration2.5 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 2.5-hour experience in Osaka. It is run by yuki Japanese cooking class, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Osaka is Japan's kitchen: the city that invented takoyaki, okonomiyaki and kushikatsu, and Dotonbori's canal of neon signs is where it eats them. Osaka Castle is a 1931 concrete reconstruction of Hideyoshi's fortress with a museum inside and a moat and park worth an hour; Kuromon market is the food market; Shinsekai is the retro district under Tsutenkaku tower; Umeda Sky Building has the open-air observatory. Osaka is the base for day trips to Nara, Kobe, Himeji and Koyasan, all under an hour and a half. The city is louder and cheaper than Kyoto and its people are known for it.

The price covers Cooking Class: Hands-on lesson on making tempura and miso, Ingredients and Equipment: Fresh ingredients and all, Instructor: The class is taught by an experienced, Recipe Handouts: Detailed recipes are provided so you can and Meal Tasting: Enjoy the dishes you prepare during the class. It does not cover Transportation to the Venue: Participants are responsible, Additional Food or Beverages: Any extra items not specified, Personal Expenses: Costs such as souvenirs or personal and Insurance: Personal health or travel insurance is not, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

yuki Japanese cooking class sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with yuki Japanese cooking class before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Includes

  • Cooking Class: Hands-on lesson on making tempura and miso soup
  • Ingredients and Equipment: Fresh ingredients and all necessary cooking tools are provided
  • English-Speaking Instructor: The class is taught by an experienced instructor fluent in English
  • Recipe Handouts: Detailed recipes are provided so you can recreate the dishes at home
  • Meal Tasting: Enjoy the dishes you prepare during the class
  • Beverages: Drinks are included to accompany your meal

Excludes

  • Transportation to the Venue: Participants are responsible for their own travel arrangements to and from the class location
  • Additional Food or Beverages: Any extra items not specified in the class curriculum
  • Personal Expenses: Costs such as souvenirs or personal purchases
  • Insurance: Personal health or travel insurance is not provided

Important information

Meeting point

yuki Japanese cooking class sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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$125.5
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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.9/5
based on 41 reviews
Guide
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Value for money
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Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Marie
June 12, 2024

Yuki had done a lot of preparation for the class. She welcomed us into her home and shared many stories and tips to making miso and tempura from the freshest ingredients.

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Karolina
May 13, 2026

Had so much fun with Yuki! Such a beautiful clean space. Yuki was so friendly and helpful even to the clear instructions on how to get to the venue. Thanks Yuki for an unforgettable experience xx

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Carter
November 26, 2025

Yuki, was friendly, well organized, and knowledgeable. 10/10 recommend!

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Ismail
March 24, 2025

Yuki was a wonderful teacher, the atmosphere was very good and we learned a lot and also a lot of details and good tips. We recommend it highly!

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Omer
January 1, 2025

I loved this experience! Yuki is an amazing host and teacher, she welcomed us with such beautiful energy at her very serene place, and taught us how to prepare Miso soup and Tempura, as well as basics of Japanese cuisine. It was really fun to prepare and the meal was delicious! I highly recommend this activity.

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William
October 24, 2024

Yuki-san was a fantastic host. This class is a great opportunity to learn the fundamentals of Japanese cooking. It also offers a small peek in how locals go about their daily life too.

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Andrea
September 24, 2024

Yuki was really outstanding; she picked us up at the meeting point and drove us home where we were welcomed and started the course. She explained in detail the preparation to be done and we completed it together. Of course, at the end we enjoyed everything we prepared. I recommend this activity to everyone as Yuki is really amazing

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Cristina
August 19, 2024

It was very interesting to enter an actual Japanese kitchen and learn the authentic way tempura and miso soup are prepared. Yuki was a great host, she walked us through the procedures and let us try on our own. At the end of the experience, we ate the fabulous dishes we prepared! I really suggest this cooking course to people who are curious about Japanese food and culture.

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Anna
April 9, 2024

Yuki was the nicest guide and she was very prepared: we learned about ingredients and their difference, tried all the techniques she was using. We enjoyed our class, it was fun and interesting. After she sent us recipes of dishes made. Highly recommended experience!

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Kyle
April 8, 2024

Yuki was an amazing host and teacher! More than willing to answer any questions and a fun, relaxing experience. Mahalo Yuki!!

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Kristina
April 3, 2024

Thank you for your teaching, your hosting and the excellent food! Lovely way to spend our last night in Osaka.

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Nanita
March 25, 2024

The instructor was very friendly and gave us lots of information about ingredients and how to prepare the dishes. She made it seem so simple that I am eager to do at home. It was only 6 people so it was personalized and we enjoyed what we cooked!! I recommend this activity highly.

Frequently Asked Questions

yuki Japanese cooking class sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover transportation to the venue: participants are responsible for their own travel arrangements to and from the class location, additional food or beverages: any extra items not specified in the class curriculum, personal expenses: costs such as souvenirs or personal purchases and insurance: personal health or travel insurance is not provided. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Yes, if you tell us when you book rather than on the day. Dashi, the fish stock, is in almost everything, so vegetarian and vegan need to be named specifically and the host will plan a kombu-based version. Halal-certified restaurants exist in the big cities but are fewer, so say so early.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Cooking Class: Hands-on lesson on making tempura and miso soup, Ingredients and Equipment: Fresh ingredients and all necessary cooking tools are provided, English-Speaking Instructor: The class is taught by an experienced instructor fluent in English, Recipe Handouts: Detailed recipes are provided so you can recreate the dishes at home, Meal Tasting: Enjoy the dishes you prepare during the class, Beverages: Drinks are included to accompany your meal
The duration of the Osaka Authentic Japanese Tempura and Miso Soup Cooking Class by Local Operator is typically 2.5 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
April for cherry blossom around Osaka Castle, or November for peak autumn foliage and the year's lowest rainfall. Both are the most crowded and most expensive months, so book hotels 3+ months ahead. See our best time to visit Osaka guide.
Get an ICOCA IC card (works interchangeably with Suica/Pasmo) and tap on/off the subway and buses. The Osaka Amazing Pass bundles transit with free entry to Osaka Castle and dozens of attractions if you're sightseeing hard for a day. See getting around Osaka.
Three days covers the essentials: a day for Osaka Castle and the city center, a day for Dotonbori and Shinsekai, and a day for a Nara or Kyoto side trip. Our 3-day Osaka itinerary has the full route.
Yes — Nara is about 30-45 minutes by Kintetsu train for the deer park and Todai-ji, and Kyoto is roughly 29 minutes by JR Special Rapid. Both are easy half-day or full-day trips. See our Osaka to Nara guide and Osaka to Kyoto guide.
Takoyaki (octopus balls) and okonomiyaki (savory pancake) are Osaka's signature street foods, best sampled around Dotonbori and Kuromon Market. See our Osaka food guide.
Yes — it's the city's neon-lit entertainment and food district, and while it's undeniably touristy, the energy, canal-side glow, and street food density make it genuinely worth an evening. See the Dotonbori guide.
Shinsekai is Osaka's retro, slightly gritty downtown district built around the Tsutenkaku Tower, known for kushikatsu (fried skewers). It's generally safe for tourists, especially in the daytime and early evening. See the Shinsekai guide.
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