at Local Family House in Old Town Takayama
Educational
Merchants
Foodie
Family Visit
Old Town
Private Experience
at Local Family House
in Old Town Takayama
Educational
Merchants
Foodie
Family Visit
Old Town
Private Experience
Experience Details
Experience Details
3 Hours | Takayama | ¥30,000 per person
3hr | Takayama | ¥30,000 per person
Step into a 200-Year-Old Home and Discover the Flavors of Japan
Nestled in the heart of Takayama, this family home has been passed down through generations, offering a warm and authentic glimpse into Japanese culture.
What You’ll Do:
Learn from Local Family: Cook alongside locals who will share their family recipes and culinary secrets.
Use Fresh, Local Ingredients: Experience the taste of Takayama with ingredients sourced directly from nearby farms and markets.
Immerse Yourself in History: The cooking session takes place in a historic house, where every corner tells a story of Takayama’s rich heritage.
Step into a 200-Year-Old Home and Discover the Flavors of Japan
Nestled in the heart of Takayama, this family home has been passed down through generations, offering a warm and authentic glimpse into Japanese culture.
What You’ll Do:
Learn from Local Family: Cook alongside locals who will share their family recipes and culinary secrets.
Use Fresh, Local Ingredients: Experience the taste of Takayama with ingredients sourced directly from nearby farms and markets.
Immerse Yourself in History: The cooking session takes place in a historic house, where every corner tells a story of Takayama’s rich heritage.
Step into a 200-Year-Old Home and Discover the Flavors of Japan
Nestled in the heart of Takayama, this family home has been passed down through generations, offering a warm and authentic glimpse into Japanese culture.
What You’ll Do:
Learn from Local Experts:
Cook alongside locals who will share their family recipes and culinary secrets.
Use Fresh, Local Ingredients:
Experience the taste of Takayama with ingredients sourced directly from nearby farms and markets.
Immerse Yourself in History:
The cooking session takes place in a historic house, where every corner tells a story of Takayama’s rich heritage.
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You will meet
Hisa & Bob
After years away, Hisa & Bob returned to Takayama to care for Hisa’s aging mother and reconnect with the land and traditions of hometown.
Hisa, born and raised in Takayama, grew up immersed in the region’s rich heritage and natural beauty. She has a deep love for tradition of Takayama.
Bob, originally from Tokyo , embraced Takayama's rural life with open arms. His enthusiasm for sustainable living and hands-on work has made him a natural fit for the lifestyle, where every season offers new challenges and rewards.
After years away, Hisa & Bob returned to Takayama to care for Hisa’s aging mother and reconnect with the land and traditions of hometown.
Hisa, born and raised in Takayama, grew up immersed in the region’s rich heritage and natural beauty. She has a deep love for tradition of Takayama.
Bob, originally from Tokyo , embraced Takayama's rural life with open arms. His enthusiasm for sustainable living and hands-on work has made him a natural fit for the lifestyle, where every season offers new challenges and rewards.
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Experience Details
You will meet
Hisa & Bob
After years away, Hisa & Bob returned to Takayama to care for Hisa’s aging mother and reconnect with the land and traditions of hometown.
Hisa, born and raised in Takayama, grew up immersed in the region’s rich heritage and natural beauty. She has a deep love for tradition of Takayama.
Bob, originally from Tokyo , embraced Takayama's rural life with open arms. His enthusiasm for sustainable living and hands-on work has made him a natural fit for the lifestyle, where every season offers new challenges and rewards.
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Welcome & Short Lecture: Japanese Cooking Basics
Welcome & Short Lecture: Japanese Cooking Basics
The class begins with a brief yet informative lecture covering the fundamentals of Japanese cooking.
You will learn about:
Ingredients: Discover the essential elements of Japanese cuisine, including fresh, seasonal produce, miso, soy sauce, and more.
Philosophy: Explore the balance of taste, color, and nutrition that underpins Japanese cooking traditions.
Key Techniques: Understand the importance of foundational elements like dashi (soup stock)
The class begins with a brief yet informative lecture covering the fundamentals of Japanese cooking.
You will learn about:
Ingredients: Discover the essential elements of Japanese cuisine, including fresh, seasonal produce, miso, soy sauce, and more.
Philosophy: Explore the balance of taste, color, and nutrition that underpins Japanese cooking traditions.
Key Techniques: Understand the importance of foundational elements like dashi (soup stock)
Hands-On Cooking Experience
With this knowledge, guests dive into preparing traditional Japanese dishes. The session emphasizes key tips to enhance their cooking, focusing on practical skills they can use at home. Our instructors guide participants step-by-step, ensuring a hands-on and enjoyable experience.
Plating & Presentation
After cooking, participants will learn the art of mori-tsuke—Japanese plating and table setting. Using elegant Japanese dishes and utensils , guests will decorate their plates to highlight the natural beauty of the food. The table will be set in traditional Japanese style, creating a harmonious and visually stunning dining experience.
The experience concludes with a brief tour of the house, offering a glimpse into its charm and history. You can bring back recipe and lecture leaflet home to continue cooking Japanese cuisine at home!
Nick_B
on Viator
Hise and Bob were amazing, their house is so authentic, and they really went out of their way to work with what we wanted and completely changed their menu. Gyoza and Tempura were amazing, was the kids favourite thing from the whole trip!
Dann
on Viator
This experience was by far one of the most epic highlights of our trip to Japan. Hisa and Bob are incredibly warm and gracious hosts, opening their home and giving us a truly special night that we will always remember.
Maes
on Viator
I'd like to say this is hands down the best tour ever. They welcomed us at their beautiful traditional Japanese house located in the center of Takayama old town. The house used to be an OB/GYN clinic for generations, and we can still see the remnants of it. Hisa and Bob were very charming and well versed in the history and culture of Hida Takayama. We requested fish dishes and they taught us how to handle fish and how to make Japanese soup stock "dashi".
What’s Included:
Lectures with Japanese tea and sweets.
Hands-on cooking lesson.
Fresh, seasonal ingredients provided.
A full meal to enjoy at the end of your session.
Insights into Japanese culinary traditions and culture.
What’s Included:
Lectures with Japanese tea and sweets.
Hands-on cooking lesson.
Fresh, seasonal ingredients provided.
A full meal to enjoy at the end of your session.
Insights into Japanese culinary traditions and culture.
Price:
Location:
Duration:
Central Old Town in Takayama, Gifu
Central Old Town in Takayama, Gifu
Central Old Town in Takayama
3 hours (Lunch and Dinner time available)
3 hours (Lunch and Dinner time available)
3 hours
30,000yen/person
30,000yen/person
30,000yen/person
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Do you offer both lunch and dinner options?
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions, such as vegetarian options?
Are drinks included?
Do you offer both lunch and dinner options?
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions, such as vegetarian options?
Are drinks included?
Educational
Merchants
Foodie
Family Visit
Old Town
Private Experience
Do you offer both lunch and dinner options?
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions, such as vegetarian options?
Are drinks included?
Do you offer both lunch and dinner options?
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions, such as vegetarian options?
Are drinks included?
Nick_B
on Viator
Hise and Bob were amazing, their house is so authentic, and they really went out of their way to work with what we wanted and completely changed their menu. Gyoza and Tempura were amazing, was the kids favourite thing from the whole trip!
Dann
on Viator
This experience was by far one of the most epic highlights of our trip to Japan. Hisa and Bob are incredibly warm and gracious hosts, opening their home and giving us a truly special night that we will always remember.
Maes
on Viator
I'd like to say this is hands down the best tour ever. They welcomed us at their beautiful traditional Japanese house located in the center of Takayama old town. The house used to be an OB/GYN clinic for generations, and we can still see the remnants of it. Hisa and Bob were very charming and well versed in the history and culture of Hida Takayama. We requested fish dishes and they taught us how to handle fish and how to make Japanese soup stock "dashi".
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Any additional request? Feel free to contact us!
Any additional request? Feel free to contact us!