Tips, guides, and stories about ramen, sushi, and Japanese food culture
In August 2026 Ramen Cooking Tokyo received Gold for Championing Cultural Diversity at the ICRT Responsible Tourism Awards worldwide. Here is the wish we run the class with, what we do for it, and what the judges wrote.
Why is some sushi rice red? Why did nigiri shrink to half its old size? What does the word sushi even mean? The history of Edo-style sushi, told through the questions our guests actually ask at the counter.
An honest, local guide to a graduation trip to Tokyo — eight experiences worth building your days around, from a hands-on cooking class to teamLab, Shibuya Sky, and one easy day trip, with practical notes on summer weather and how to plan.
An honest guide to choosing a sushi class in Tokyo. Compare the five main types — short workshops, market tours, ramen-and-sushi combos, private masterclasses, and academies — with pricing, areas, and advice from a local cooking class host.
After welcoming 1,600+ guests, here's what we've learned about why side-by-side cooking with local hosts creates the deepest food memories in Tokyo.
A reference-grade history of Japanese ramen, from the 1488 keitaimen at a Kyoto temple to the 2015 Michelin star — written by a Tokyo cooking school that teaches shoyu ramen because Tokyo invented it in 1910.
After every cooking class, our team asks guests one question: What do you wish you'd known before coming to Tokyo? Here's what 1,000+ visitors from 50+ countries told us.
Five tested one-day Tokyo itineraries built around food experiences. From first-timer classics to rainy day plans, each route is designed by a local who has helped 1,000+ visitors plan their perfect day.
After welcoming over 1,000 guests from 50+ countries, we share what travelers actually love about Tokyo's food scene and what they wish they'd known before their trip.
A comprehensive insider's guide to choosing the right cooking class in Tokyo. Compare ramen, sushi, wagashi, and more — with honest advice from a local cooking class instructor.
Discover how Ramen Cooking Tokyo defines omotenashi—the Japanese art of hospitality. More than a cooking class, we create meaningful connections that make your Japan trip unforgettable.
Rain or 35°C heat — Tokyo indoors is where the best dates happen. Five spots for food-loving couples, from a hands-on cooking class to immersive digital art, with ready-made half-day plans.
Discover Mahou no Enogu, a hidden gem izakaya near Ginza frequented by Japanese celebrities. Owner Johnny shares his personal favorite local izakaya with Ramen Cooking Tokyo guests.
Discover Fujitaxi's premium Alphard hire car service for stress-free Tokyo airport transfers. Professional chauffeurs, luxury seating, and true Japanese hospitality—your first-class Tokyo journey starts here.
Our kitchen now has a new spiritual heart: a traditional kamidana (Shinto shrine) handcrafted by an Ise miyadaiku master carpenter, built entirely without nails using ancient Japanese joinery techniques.
At Tsukiji Fish Market and wondering what is next? A local walking guide to what to do near and after the outer market — across Kachidoki Bridge to Tsukishima and on to Ginza.
Discover why learning to make ramen in Japan is the ultimate Tokyo cooking experience. From cultural immersion to hands-on fun, here are 10 reasons to book a ramen class on your next trip.
Skip Odaiba. This hidden 20-minute walk from teamLab Planets leads to Tokyo's most stunning—and crowd-free—view of Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Tower.
Plan your perfect day at teamLab Planets TOKYO: Start with a morning ramen & sushi cooking class in Tsukishima, walk a scenic 1-hour route through Monja Street to Toyosu, then relax at a tattoo-friendly onsen nearby.
Discover one of the very few ramen cooking classes in Japan that pair authentic Japanese sake with handmade ramen. Learn why this unique combination is rare even in Japan, and meet the sake sommelier who curates our seasonal selections.
Discover an unforgettable taiko drumming workshop in Tokyo—perfect for beginners, families, and anyone seeking an authentic Japanese cultural experience.
Why choose between Japan's two most iconic dishes? Discover the ultimate Tokyo cooking class where you master both ramen AND sushi—the unbeatable combination that food lovers can't stop raving about.
Planning a romantic trip to Tokyo? Discover why couples celebrating anniversaries and honeymoons choose our intimate cooking class as the highlight of their journey—creating memories (and delicious food) together.
Looking for the best kids cooking class in Tokyo? Discover why families choose our hands-on ramen and sushi class in Tsukishima—where children aged 5–15 become little chefs and create memories that last a lifetime.
Why do travelers from around the world choose Ramen Cooking Tokyo? We collected 700+ reviews from Google and major OTAs and asked our hosts what guests say at every class. Here are the ten reasons that come up again and again — in our guests' own words.