[Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward] Learn from a chef in Miyagawacho, Kyoto and experience authentic Japanese cooking starting with dashi

Learn the basics of Japanese cuisine with a chef from Suiren, a Japanese restaurant in Miyagawacho, Kyoto. Beginning with making dashi, the quintessential ingredient in Japanese cuisine, participants will then prepare dishes that utilize dashi, such as sushi and udon noodles. The experience is conducted at a dedicated studio near Kyoto Station. Small groups allow participants to enjoy intimate interaction with the chefs, allowing for fun questions and conversation. The finished dishes are then enjoyed, resulting in a satisfying meal. The program also provides an easy-to-understand introduction to the background of Japanese cuisine and the philosophy behind dashi and cooking methods. By learning not only how to cook but also why certain dishes are made, participants will naturally deepen their understanding of Japanese cuisine. This program is recommended for first-time visitors to Kyoto, as well as those interested in food and wanting to experience Japanese culture.

Start by making dashi stock, the foundation of Japanese cuisine. Experience the changes in flavor and learn about the principles of Japanese cuisine.

You can try your hand at making sushi and udon using dashi stock, and enjoy the finished dishes as lunch.

The event will be led by a Kyoto chef, who will demonstrate the techniques, so even first-timers can participate without any difficulty.