Tokyo Cooking Class
Home-style Gyoza from scratch , Strawberry Daifuku(Sweet Mochi) , Japanese rolled omelette and Local market tour

Max, United Kingdom

Our experience with Junko was excellent. She first showed us around some of the local shops which was interesting to learn about. We made three different dishes with her in the cooking class afterwards, all of which were delicious and we look forward to trying to recreate them back home!

Apr 2024

Response from Junko
Hi Max, Thank you for your nice review. I also enjoyed to cook with you talking about our travels. Please ask me anything when you have questions about making Japanese foods. Looking forward to welcoming you next time. Junko

Caterina amoretti, Italy

Unique experience! fun hours discovering this wonderful country. Junko is a woman and sole chef who will win you over with her kindness and helpfulness! Thank you

Mar 2024

Response from Junko
Hi Caterina, Thank you for your great review. I was happy to celebrate your wedding in my cooking class. Please try to make Japanese foods you learned in the class. Enjoy your honeymoon in Japan!! Junko

Kaat, Canada

this was the highlight of our entire trip to tokyo! Junko speaks perfect English, is very friendly and patient, and knows so much about local cuisine and culture. We made the best gyozas I have ever tasted and showed us all around the local shops. I would highly recommend taking this class!!

Jan 2024

Response from Junko
Hi Kaat, Thank you so much for your great review. I was happy that my cooking class became a good surprise gift for your father. And also I enjoyed talking about Japanese local cuisine and your family too. And let me know if your sisters liked the Japanese pretty sweets that you bought in the market tour. Junko

Lauriane Frache, France

Our cooking experience was amazing! We thank Junko so much for such a great human experience. We value the communication and the food market tour

Jan 2024

Response from Junko
Hi Lauliane, Thank you so much for your great review. I was happy to introduce Japanese typical foods and culture in my market tour and cooking class. Please try to make Gyoza by yourself too. Junko

Christine, Belgium

Hello, We had a great time with Junko. She's full of enthusiasm and - fortunately for us - very patient! We had the opportunity to talk about cooking, but also to share our daily lives. A workshop with Junko is a suspended moment during which all you can think about is sharing and learning from each other's experiences. Highly recommended, thank you Junko :-) Christine, Jean-Pierre and Nicolas

Nov 2023

Response from Junko
Hi Christine, Thank you so much for your amazing review. I was happy to cook and talk with you and your lovely family. And also glad that your husband who usually doesn't cook enjoyed making Gyoza. Please contact me any time when you have question about my recipe. I'm looking forward to seeing you next time. Junko

Gavin, Australia

This was by far the best experience we have had in Tokyo. Junko was amazing and the food was delicious. We would not hesitate to recommend this experience.

Oct 2023

Response from Junko
Hi Gavin, Thank you for your great review. I was happy to know that my cooking class was the best memory in Tokyo of you . Cooking and chatting with you of same generation was fun for me too. I’m looking forward to seeing you next time. Junko

Miriam , United States of America

Had a fantastic experience with Junko, she is a wonderful teacher and the food was delicious! I also absolutely LOVED stopping at some of the local shops on the way and getting to learn about all of the local teas, sweets, and foods! It was definitely one of the highlights of my trip, and I would 100% recommend this class to anyone visiting Tokyo!

Oct 2023

Response from Junko
Hi Miriam, Thank you so much for your great review !! I was happy that you enjoyed seeing small shops and a big super market in my neighborhood. Please try to make Japanese foods at your home too. I’m looking forward to cooking with you next time. Junko

Roy, Israel

שיעור מאוד טוב, מסבירה בצורה מאוד טובה עם אנגלית טובה מאוד. נפגשים בתחנת רכבת ואז מראה כמה חנויות ומסבירה על מרכיבי בישול יפני בדרך. כשמגיעים מתחילים להכין את הדברים הבאים: גיוזות, חביתה יפנית, ומוצי.

Sep 2023

Response from Junko
Dear Roy, תודה על הביקורת הנפלאה שלך. התעניינתי בעובדה שרשמת בשקידה כל כך הערות שרצית להכין גיוזה ודייפוקו למשפחתך. בפעם הבאה, בבקשה בוא לקחת שיעור עם אמא שלך. Thank you. Junko

Deborah Rosado, United States of America

I went with my brother and nephew and we had the absolute best time making gyoza, Japanese omelette and mochi! Junko is a ball of energy we laughed so much! I absolutely love her and her cooking class. We will definetely do this again when we return to Japan! We already told all of our friends about it so expect them to book Junko! 10/10!!!!

Jun 2023

Response from Junko
Hi Deborah, Thank you so much for your amazing review. We enjoyed making Japanese foods since we all love fun things!! Looking forward to welcoming you again and let me introduce good places in Tokyo next time too. Junko

Sasha, Australia

Amazing!

Apr 2023

Response from Junko
Hi Sasha, Thank you for your message. I was so happy to see and cook with your family again. It has been 4 years!! I’m looking forward to seeing Steph’s growth. Thank you again.

Michelle , United States of America

Amazing. It was so much fun. We were nervous that we couldn't do it but she is a great teacher and made it fun. Junko-san is a gracious host!

May 2023

Response from Junko
Hi Michelle, Thank you so much for your great reviews. I enjoyed cooking and chatting with your lovely group. And also looking forward to welcoming your son at my kitchen this month too. Thank you again for your recommendation.

Karen, United States of America

This cooking class was the highlight of our two week Japan trip! Junko was so much fun to talk with (excellent English speaker) and was really good at giving step by step directions. We took the class where we made Gyoza, Daifuku, and an Omlette - she also had Green Tea for us. She took LOTS of pictures and videos for us, and gave us great advice for local restaurants and shopping. I highly recommend this class!!

May 2023

Response from Junko
Hi Karen, Thank you so much for your great review. You were interested in various kinds of Japanese food so much. So I was happy to introduce some good restaurants in Tokyo since I'm also a concierge at a hotel. Please try to make Gyoza at your kitchen. Junko

Erica Battin, United States of America

Junko provided a wonderful cooking and cultural experience. She met us at the train station and walked with us the 15 minutes to her home. Her kitchen was very clean and she had everything prepped. The instructions were clear (in English) and Junko provided interesting details about the cooking process. The ingredients were fresh and the food was delicious!

Apr 2023

Response from Junko
Hi Erica, Thank you so much for your great review. I also enjoyed cooking with two lovely mothers and daughters. Please contact me any time if you would like to make another Japanese foods while living in Tokyo. Junko

Nathalie, France

Our experience with Junko was marvelous. Junko is very kind and welcoming. Nice house and very good cooking, she gave us good advises. We will come back next time. Thank you very much Junko !

Mar 2023

Response from Junko
Hi Nathalie, Thank you so much for your heartwarming messages. I was also happy to celebrate your daughter’s birthday in our class. Looking forward to cooking you all next time. Junko

Andrea Ferla, Italy

Our Experience with Junko was very authentic and local, out from touristic areas. Exactly the family style we wre looking for. Junko is a great host, kind, fun and very friendly. We will be back !

Jan 2023

Response from Junko
Hi Andrea, Thank you so much for your great review. I was happy to serve the class you wanted. And also it was fun for me to introduce Japanese local life. Let me recommend many restaurants in Tokyo next time too. Junko

Hui Chng, Singapore

We had lot of fun cooking with Junko. We are very appreciative that she specially customized her menu for us. Her gyoza, sushi cake and strawberry daifuku mochi were delicious and we finished them all! The instructions were easy to follow and we’ll try them again at home. Thanks for the cooking and shopping tips too!

12 2022

Response from Junko
Hi Hui, Thank you so much for your great review!! I also enjoyed cooking with your harmonious family. Making sushi cake instead of rolled omelette was better for you all, I thought. Let me see a photo if you make Gyoza and Sushi cake by yourselves. Sincerely, Junko

Fiona, Singapore

Junko was an extremely friendly, welcoming and patient host. She guided a complete beginner like me through the entire process of making gyoza, tamagoyaki, miso soup and strawberry daifuku from scratch with detailed explanations at every step of the way! Junko is also very knowledgeable about the food scene in Tokyo and even recommended a few restaurants near my office in Tokyo for me to check out. Thanks again Junko for the wonderful experience! :)

Jul 2022

Response from Junko
Hi Fiona, Thank you very much for your great review. I was happy to know that you enjoyed my cooking class. Please make home made Gyoza for your sister when you come back to Singapore. Junko

Cecilia, Italy

Junko san is a creative great cook! She is experiences and knoledged. She’s willing, kind and a lot of fun I like vegetarian food so we prepared delicious vegetarian dishes at her beautiful kitchen. Junko san is passionate and really want her students to enjoy and learn! I had great time with her and I am looking forward to meet her again. I strongly recommend anybody to meet and learn from her.

Dec 2020

Response from Junko
Hi Cecilia, Thank you very much for your great review. I also had fun cooking and talking about Japanese dishes with you. You are a real Japanese food lover!! Especially I was surprised that you make Tofu from soy beans!! Enjoy the rest of your staying in Japan and cook together if there is a chance. Junko

Evans, France

A massive THANK YOU to Junko! Her cooking class was absolutely fantastic. I loved every bit of it. On top of her cooking skills, chatting with Junko about the Japanese eating culture and traditions was the greatest asset for me. This is why I booked a cooking class on the first place. And I have not been disappointed at all ! We had so much fun together. In term of cooking, everything was delicious to eat (not always easy to make - especially gyoza - but this is why I needed to do a class!! lol). Now, I have all the techniques. I'm ready to cook on my own and to share my experience with friends and family ! Success guaranteed !

Mar 2020

Response from Junko
Hi Evance, Thank you for joining my class and amazing review. I also enjoyed cooking and chatting especially about Japanese foods with you. You have lots of acknowledge of it. I would like to visit your Japanese restaurant in London definitely when I take a trip to U.K. See you next time. Junko

Kieran, Australia

Junko was the perfect host. She's a wonderfully bubbly person and a great teacher, best experience in Tokyo without doubt, we'll be going back! Thanks again Junko!!!

Mar 2020

Response from Junko
Hi Kieran, Thank you for joining my cooking class. Both of you are good cookers and lovely couple!! I'm looking forward to welcoming you again when you visit Japan for snowboarding. Junko

Rebecca , Australia

I did this class with my 11 year old and we had a wonderful time. Junko san was an amazing host - very warm and and friendly and she explained everything very well. She even especially showed us how to make mochi for soup as I had mentioned that my son loves mochi, and had prepared a special list for us of things to do in Tokyo that are still open with the coronavirus precautions. The class was very hands on- we got to prepare everything ourselves (after Junko had shown us how) and Junko san shared her recipes so we will be able to make them at home. This class will definitely be one of the highlights of our trip to Japan - I highly recommend it.

Mar 2020

Response from Junko
Hi Rebecca, Thank you very much for joining my class. You and your son were good cookers. Especially, I was moved to see your son making Daifuku and Japanese omelette so hard. I sincerely hope that you enjoy your trip in Japan. See you next time!! Junko

Dawid, Poland

It was a highlight of our trip. Junko is an awesome, friendly person and speak very good English. Food that we made was insanely rich in flavors and fresh. The fact that we made it ourselves made it even better. Totally recommend 10/10

Feb 2020

Response from Junko
Hi Dawid, Thank you very much for joining my cooking class. You seemed nervous at first, however you looked having fun little by little while cooking and talking together. I also enjoyed chatting about your coutry and Japan with you and Natalia. Enjoy your trip and see you next time!! Junko

Kiran, United Kingdom

We had a great time and made some really great Gyoza! Would 100% recommend others try this class - very personal and tailored to our needs! Thanks again Junko! Looking forward to the next time :)

Feb 2020

Response from Junko
Hi Kiran, Thank you very much for joining my cooking class. I was so glad if my class made a good experience for you while staying in Japan for six months. Try making your favorite Gyoza by customizing ingredients of filling as well as this time. I'm looking forward to welcoming you !! Junko

Kamol Khodjaev, Sweden

Best gyoza with one of the most positive and fun person in Tokyo

Jan 2020

Response from Junko
Hi Kamol, Thank you very much for joining my cooking class with your colleagues. I'm glad if my cooking class helped your team building well. See you next time. Junko

Jessica and Daniel, United Kingdom

Our cooking class with Junko was one of the highlights of our trip. Junko was warm, friendly and funny, making our day so special! All of the food we made was so tasty and easy to follow. Who knew that we had hidden talents for making gyoza cases. We finished a wonderful experience by eating our finished products and sharing a special lunch with our Head chef Junko. We could not recommend a better way to spend a morning/afternoon in Tokyo. Thank you so very much Junko, for making us feel welcome in your home.

Dec 2019

Response from Junko
Hi Jessica and Daniel, Thank you very much for heartwarming message. I appriciated. You have made Gyoza wrappers perfectly even though that was first time.It's amazing!! And after my class, I was very happy to see you enjoyed trip in Japan. I'm looking forward to welcoming you next time. Junko

Joe, United Kingdom

Thanks Junko!! We had a great time and learned how to make some really tasty Japanese food. We felt totally welcome in your home and had as much fun chatting to you and learning about Japan as we did making the food!

Jan 2020

Response from Junko
Hi Joe, Thank you very much for your review. I also enjoyed cooking and chatting with you and JoJo. I feel familiar that all of our initials is " J " . Please try to make Tofu and vegetable Gyoza. See you next time!! Junko

Alisha mcfadden, Australia

We couldn’t have picked a better lesson and a better teacher then Junko! She’s so sweet and taught us so many things we will use back in Australia. Thanks so much!

Jan 2020

Response from Junko
Hi Alisha, Thank you very much for your review. Both of you are great and lovely cookers!! There are many days left in your Japan trip. So, ask me freely when you have any questions or suggestion of good place , good restaurants. See you next time. Junko

Helene, Norway

If you’re searching for a cooking class in Tokyo, look no further! My boyfriend and I did the cooking class on the last day of our trip to Japan and it was honestly one of the best experiences we’ve had. Junko is a lovely and kind person and an excellent host. The class was held in the kitchen of her cozy home where we picked up a few tricks we’ll definitely use again when we get back home. The food we made tasted incredible and it was interesting to learn more about the ingredients that go into the various dishes. We’re definitely coming back next time we’re in Tokyo! :)

Nov 2019

Response from Junko
Hi Helene and Josh, Thank you very much for your heartwarming comment. I'm glad that my cooking class is your best exeperience in Japan. I also had fun talking about Christmas dishes in Norway and our favorite Japanese TV show with you. I'm looking forward to seeing you next time!! Junko

Katie, Canada

Wow! What an incredible, authentic, and truly connective experience. Junko mama is so kind, patient, warm, curious, friendly and funny. I'm living here in Tokyo and want to master (or at least study) delicious Japanese cooking, and even after just one class I actually feel confident about my rolled omelet skills! :) I can't wait to recreate some of the delicious dishes we made, especially that strawberry mochi! Junko mama went above and beyond - everything was presented so beautifully, her house is so chic and stylish, and the atmosphere was so cosy and convivial. We just had a blast. I cannot recommend this highly enough. Arigato gozaimus, Junko mama, and I will be back!

Nov 2019

Response from Junko
Hi Katie, Thank you very much for your wonderful and heartwarming coment. I thought you must be tired then because you joind my cooking class after work. However, you have relaxed and had fun in my class. I was so glad about it. You are living in Tokyo, so please join my another class or come and visit me anytime! From Junko Mama

Natalie, United Kingdom

Highlight of our trip!! We had a wonderful time cooking with Junko. It was an amazing experience - the food was delicious and it was great fun making it all from scratch! Junko was a fabulous host and whilst the food was incredible she made the experience, so friendly and so much fun I would highly recommend a cooking class with Junko!

Oct 2019

Response from Junko
Hi Natalie, Thank you so much for nice review. I also had fun cooking and chatting with you. Do you make Japanese omelette at home by a square pan which you bought in Japan after my class? I'm looking forward to seeing you next time!! Junko

Karin, Australia

Really enjoyed our time cooking with Junko. The gyoza were delicious! Great fun making them completely from scratch. Enjoyed making and eating the other foods too. Being shown how to make omlette the Japanese way was fascinating! Junko speaks great English and was really friendly and helpful.

Oct 2019

Response from Junko
Hi Karin, Thank you for your good review. I was so glad that you liked Japanese home made foods. Please try to cook gyoza at your home. See you next time!! Junko

Denzel, United Kingdom

Having attended cooking classes before I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of teaching and service that Junko provided. I can strongly recommend this this class and would overall give a rating of 5 out of 5. Below are my reasons for the rating. Teaching - 5 out of 5 Teaching a person is not an easy skill let alone teaching a group of people. Junko first gave a briefing of what we were going to cook and the ingredients that we would need for the dish, then she showed us the techniques of cooking 3 Japanese dishes step by step. Her focus on all of us ensured that we were not lost at any step of the process and touches of humour in the her teaching made the experience fun and enjoyable. Junko high proficiency with English also meant that there was no misunderstandings throughout the teaching process. She also gave adequate advice which proved to be valuable though out our trip with understanding the culture, where to visit, language nuances and etiquette. Taste - 4 out 5 (you get what you put in) After booking the class, I was shortly contacted by Junko and she asked if I would like to make gyozas with meat or vegetables which if you are a vegetarian I think you could definitely find interesting as an option. Due to the precise measurement of the ingredients, it's hard to come up with a different flavour than what is expected with the food at the end tasting delicious and was very flavourful. Cleanliness - 5 out of 5 Cooking in a Japanese home was an incredible experience for me being a foreigner and it was interesting to see what a traditional Japanese home looks like. The house was very tidy and the environment that we cooked in was very hygienic. Hospitality - 5 out of 5 The hospitality Junko presented was a very pleasant experience. She met us at the station where we were made to feel very welcome in her home. Upon meeting her, we got to know a bit about each other which made the experience more memorable. During the whole process we took photographs to capture and remember the experience which for me personally will be one that I will not forget.

Sep 2019

Response from Junko
Dear Denzel I appreciate your heart-warming review. I’m so glad you had such a wonderful experience with me. The reason I do this private class is that I want tourists have a good experience through cooking and communication with me. So, I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed both. I also never forget our cooking time and what you wrote about my class. See you next time!! Junko

Roger, Switzerland

Awesome Experience! The Food-Highlight - thanks again!!!

Oct 2019

Response from Junko
Hi Roger, Thank you so much for your review twice. I'm looking forward to welcoming you next time!! Junko

Roger, Switzerland

A perfect cooking day in Tokyo! Thank you so much - a wonderful experience!!!!

Oct 2019

Response from Junko
Hi Roger, Thank you very much for your review. I also enjoyed cooking with you and talking about your world travel. See you next time!! Junko

Scott, United Kingdom

My cooking experience with Junko was wonderful - it was very fun and rewarding. Junko is so friendly, patient, and knowledgable. This has been one of the highlights of my trip to Japan. I would highly recommend!

Sep 2019

Response from Junko
Hi Scott, Thank you very much for your kind review. I was happy that you enjoyed my cooking class. When you need my recommendation of restaurants and latest sightseeing spot, ask me freely! I’m looking forward to seeing you next time.

Carlos, Germany

Junko was just a lovely host, it was so much fun to cook with her typical japanese dishes, which tasted really amazing. Also she provided me with great tips for my month travelling in Japan. Thanks so much and i encourage other travellers to cook a cooking lesson with Junko. :)

Aug 2019

Response from Junko
Hi Carlos, Thank you so much for choosing my cooking class and your wonderful review. I would be very happy if my information was useful for your trip. You are still enjoying your trip in Japan. So, please try many delicious Japanese foods !! See you next time. Junko

Gricel, United States of America

Thank you so much for a delicious dinner and your positive energy. Your cooking was one of our best experiences we’ve had in Japan. Can’t wait to read your blog.

Jul 2019

Husain , India

It was a truly amazing experience! Junko was a very warm host who was extremely patient, putting up with our rusty gyoza making skills. Thank you for letting us into your home and preparing a grand feast for us. Fatema and I really enjoyed it and could not have asked for a better birthday gift! :)

Jul 2019

Christian, Ireland

We loved our traditional Japanese cooking experience with Junko. The menu, teaching and hospitality were incredible and we are looking forward to recreating our newly learned Japanese dishes at home. It was very easy to meet with Junko and get to here home with public transport too. Thank you very much Junko and we will come back next time.

Jun 2019

Monique , United States of America

Junko was an amazing host. We had so much fun cooking, laughing, and eating! We can't wait to come back and try a new dish! Thank you!

Jun 2019

Suk Yi, Korea Sout

 I made Gyoza, Mochi, Omelet and Miso soup. This class very interesting because I learn japanese food and their culture. She is very kind and teach how to cook in detail. I will never forget your kindness and hope to see you again someday. Thank you for your time.

Jun 2019

Anna, United States of America

We had a wonderful time learning to cook with our host! She was very kind and clear with her instructions and the food was delicious! If we are ever back in town we will be taking one of her other classes to learn some more.

Jun 2019

Olivia, United States of America

We had an absolute blast making gyozas with Junko!! She made us feel right at home, and even though I’m not the best cook, she was encouraging and helpful the entire time. We spent our time laughing, sharing stories, and learning about Japanese culture. When we come back to Japan, we are most definitely going to come back to see Junko!

Jun 2019

Anna, United States of America

Junko is a wonderful person to cook with! The instructions were clear and she was helpful. We made some tasty food and I plan to make these recipes at home as well!

Jun 2019

Donna, United States of America

Aloha Junko! Thank you for an amazing air kitchen experience! My family and I enjoyed ourselves. It was fun to learn how to make gyoza, strawberry daifuku, tamagoyaki, and miso soup from scratch. But most of all, we really enjoyed eating and learning from you. You made cooking so fun and easy! Everything was so yummy! :)

May 2019

Rita, United States of America

We loved every minute of our cooking class with Junko! She was great and so kind. This was definitely an experience we will never forget and will definitely come back to visit soon.

May 2019

Kate, United States of America

This was a fantastic experience! Junko is energetic, welcoming, and knowledgeable. The food we prepared was delicious and we had so much fun preparing it. This was truly a highlight of our trip to Japan. I would highly recommend taking a class with Junko!

May 2019

Leilani, Czech Republic

Our cooking class with Junko was amazing! She was extremely kind and fun and everything we cooked tasted incredible!! I would definitely recommend going to Junko’s class!

May 2019

Yuko, Japan

We really enjoyed Junko's cooking class. Junko welcomed us with open arms. We learned not only how to cook Japanese dumplings but also Japanese culture from her. The most impressive thing was visiting a real Japanese home and communicating with a local. It was a memorable experience in my life! I definitely recommend you to take Jonko's class :)

Mar 2019

Jeshua, Australia

Cooking with Junko was so much fun! Not only that, but she was a great guide for things to check out while in Tokyo (she certainly made sure the rest of our trip was very eventful!).

Mar 2019

Carolyn, United Kingdom

Junko was lovely and we had a truly special experience cooking with her. She was a great teacher and we made Tamago, Strawberry Mochi and Gyozas. Would definitely recommend and return for another cooking fiesta !!

Mar 2019

Helena, Spain

The cooking class with Junko was great! The tools and ingredients were all ready and she teaches hands on thus you get to practice. At the end we enjoyed our meal together and had a very enjoyable lunch. I really recommend taking a class with her!

Feb 2019

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