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Nara: Authentic Onigiri Cooking Class & Meal in a Local Home
(8) Reviews
About
1. Cook with "Local Friends" (Mune & Hitomi) Connect with friendly, English-speaking hosts who have traveled the world. It feels less like a class and more like visiting a friend's home.
2. Authentic 70-Year-Old Typical Japanese Home Step into a real, private residence (not a commercial studio). Experience the nostalgic atmosphere of a traditional house built over 70 years ago.
3. Master 3 Styles of Onigiri & Enjoy a Full Meal Go beyond the basics by making Traditional, Typical, and Innovative rice balls. Includes miso soup and side dishes for a satisfying Lunch or Dinner.
4. Perfect Location: 5 Mins from Nara Station Ideally located just a short walk from JR/Kintetsu Nara Stations. E...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Participants will eat onigiri you made yourselves. In addition to onigiri, we will provide Japanese side dishes such as miso soup.
Meeting Points
Departure
1-chōme-1-8 Shibatsujichō
Proceed along Ōmiya-dōri, pass under the elevated railway line, then turn right.
The house with a nameplate reading “minami” and a green cone placed at the entrance is the venue.
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Nara: Authentic Onigiri Cooking Class & Meal in a Local Home
(8) Reviews
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$70.00
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About
1. Cook with "Local Friends" (Mune & Hitomi) Connect with friendly, English-speaking hosts who have traveled the world. It feels less like a class and more like visiting a friend's home.
2. Authentic 70-Year-Old Typical Japanese Home Step into a real, private residence (not a commercial studio). Experience the nostalgic atmosphere of a traditional house built over 70 years ago.
3. Master 3 Styles of Onigiri & Enjoy a Full Meal Go beyond the basics by making Traditional, Typical, and Innovative rice balls. Includes miso soup and side dishes for a satisfying Lunch or Dinner.
4. Perfect Location: 5 Mins from Nara Station Ideally located just a short walk from JR/Kintetsu Nara Stations. E...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Participants will eat onigiri you made yourselves. In addition to onigiri, we will provide Japanese side dishes such as miso soup.
Meeting Points
Departure
1-chōme-1-8 Shibatsujichō
Proceed along Ōmiya-dōri, pass under the elevated railway line, then turn right.
The house with a nameplate reading “minami” and a green cone placed at the entrance is the venue.
Return
Itinerary
Located just 35-50 mins from Kyoto/Osaka and a 5-min walk from Nara Station, our 70-year-old home "Authentic Local Experience House" offers a relaxing culinary escape. Join us for a heartwarming experience that feels like visiting old friends.
1. Meet Your Hosts: Mune & Hitomi We are a friendly local couple fluent in English. Mune is a tourism expert (MSc, Univ. of Glasgow) and Hitomi is a folk art lover. We welcome you not as students, but as friends visiting our home.
2. Make 3 Styles of Onigiri In our cozy kitchen, learn the art of shaping and seasoning Japan’s soul food. You will make:
・Traditional: Classic Onigiri ・Typical: Popular Onigiri ・Innovative: Create your own one-of-a-kin...
