Kyoto Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class
About this activity
Highlights
- Learn authentic ramen and gyoza recipes
- Cook with experienced Japanese chefs
- Enjoy a self-made traditional Japanese meal
- Experience Kyoto's culinary culture firsthand
- Perfect for food enthusiasts and beginners alike
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Hands-on cooking session with professional chefs
- All necessary ingredients and cooking equipment
- Delicious meal of your own creations
- Transportation to and from the venue
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Check the class schedule to select a date that fits your itinerary.
- Inform the organizers of any dietary restrictions or allergies in advance.
- Be aware of the cancellation policy and any associated fees.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing suitable for cooking activities.
- Bring a notepad and pen to jot down recipes and tips.
- Ensure you have a valid ID for age verification if required.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- You will make a full meal of ramen, gyoza, and fried rice. We recommend considering your meal beforehand to ensure you can fully enjoy your creations.
- Children under 5 years of age are not eligible to participate.
- Please note that we use pork broth for the ramen, so even without meat toppings, it will not be vegetarian.
- The tour will start on time out of respect for all participants. Late arrivals will not be able to join, reschedule, or receive a refund.
- Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free requests. We also cannot guarantee allergy-free meals, as food is prepared in non-MagicalTrip kitchens. While substitutions may not always be possible, we will make efforts to adjust when feasible.
- Participants aged 6 and above are welcome. However, children must be supervised by an accompanying adult when handling knives or engaging in potentially dangerous steps.
- All cooking levels are welcome!
- The tour may be canceled in case of unsafe weather conditions.
- You do not need to cover the guide’s food and drinks.
- This is a group experience, and there may be other participants.
- The tour is not recommended for individuals with mobility issues. If you require accommodations, we suggest booking a private tour.
- If you are lost or late, Please come to the cooking studio directly. Search “COZY Kitchen” on your Google Map.
- Infant (0-5 YRS OLD) : 1 seat, 2 Drinks
- This tour is scheduled for 2.5 hours to allow enough time for larger groups (up to 20 guests). Depending on the number of participants, the tour may finish slightly earlier than the scheduled duration.
Traveler reviews
Great cooking!!!
This was a fantastic experience. Great fun and we were stuffed after! The chef was brilliant. The directions easy to follow. I am not a cook by any means but I will try these delicious dishes at home.
Highly Recommend for beginner and experienced chefs!
This experience was a highlight of our 12-night Celebrity cruise to Japan. Our group looks for ways to learn about the culture of the places we visit while also learning how to make some of the food we love back home. The English speaking tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. She acted as the interpreter for the chef we worked with, which I was concerned about at first, but was not an issue at all. We learned how to make ramen (we each had a chance to choose our own broth), gyoza and fried rice, then enjoy our creations as a hearty lunch. The restaurant/location of the experience was down an alley that we would not have been able to discover on our own, which made the entire excursion feel that much more exclusive. Don’t be scared of the “local feel” of the location - it’s not a professional, sterile kitchen, but one that is a local favorite of the people who know how ramen should taste! If you are someone who likes to recreate dishes when you return home, this is a must-do for you! Ramen, gyoza and fried rice are all relatively easy to make upon your return home and using the skills learned in class can be applied in your own kitchen with little need for additional equipment (although if you want to make the ramen noodles from scratch, you might have to invest in a noodle press). This is a 5-star experience that I would recommend to new and experienced chefs.
Fantastic Cooking Class with Great Insights into Japan!
We had an incredible time at this cooking class! Both our guide, Yumi, and the chef were exceptionally professional, clear, and engaging throughout the entire experience. They made the whole activity so interesting and fun from start to finish. Yumi was fantastic—not only did she flawlessly translate the chef’s instructions for every recipe, but she also shared wonderful insights and fun facts about Japanese culture and traditions. Highly recommended!
Ramen and gyoza class
I loved this experience. The food wad amazing and the instructor helped extremely well. Yumi wad great!
Cookery Class with Yumi
Yumi and Chef Nakashima were fantastic and really made the experience worthwhile! Good level of skill with the making of the noodles and gyoza folding, and a fair amount already prepared such as the ramen broth, and all cooked together. Great experience, highly recommend!