Treat yourself to a taste of traditional Japan. Learn how to make fresh soba and soba sushi from a professional chef who is passionate about this Japanese buckwheat noodle.
Highlights
Learn how to make soba, Japanese buckwheat noodles from scratch.
Make soba sushi, a popular type of sushi among tourists visiting Osaka.
Pick up tips and tricks on how to cook authentic Japanese dishes at home from a passionate chef.
Eat fresh soba and chat with fellow travelers.
Experience Details
Japanese soba is traditionally made using buckwheat flour, a highly nutritious grain that contains many health benefits, including the improvement of heart and gut health. Modern soba has been a popular dish in Japan since the Edo Period (1603–1868). Back in the day, traveling soba vendors used to carry portable soba stalls around and satisfy the late-night cravings of the people of Edo (now Tokyo) after restaurants closed down. Soba noodles were usually enjoyed alongside other Edo dishes and generous amounts of sake. Although soba is no longer a nocturnal dish, not much else has changed. Many still love to enjoy late-night soba noodles alongside generous amounts of sake, but it has also become a popular lunchtime meal for the busy working people of Japan. Your host has a hearty love for eating and making soba and loves to share their passion with others. During this cooking class specially designed for soba lovers, you will learn about its history and cultural significance, how to make soba noodles and even how to make soba sushi (yes, you read that right), a hybrid sushi and soba creation that’s beloved by many travelers visit Osaka. After prepping and cooking for one and a half hours, sit and taste your buckwheat-full dishes while getting to know fellow participants. Once plates have been cleared, quickly clean up and make your way to your next Osaka adventure. Experience flow: - Prep (5 min) - Soba noodle-making experience (60 min) - Soba sushi-making experience (20 min) - Soba tasting and socializing (30 min) - Clean up (5 min) Looking for a cooking class with more volume and more tips? Book the select the soba, soba sushi and tempura option below!
Inclusions
Ingredients for soba and soba sushi
Seasonings and condiments
Rental cooking space fees
1 drink of your choice (choose from sake, beer, tea or soft drinks)
Exclusions
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Additional drinks
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host directly at the experience venue. An address and a Google Maps link will be shared upon booking.
Remarks
The food made during this cooking class is to be eaten at the experience venue, though take-out options can be discussed if needed.
Guests should note that buckwheat is a major allergen. Please refrain from eating soba if you may be allergic to buckwheat or wheat flour.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee. Guests who fail to cancel their booking after this cutoff time will be charged the full price of the experience.