Kyoto Bento Cooking Class

Attend a cooking class and learn, for around 3 hours, how to cook bento. Throughout the activity, you will learn all about the history and tradition behind this iconic Japanese dish and have the opportunity to watch master chefs demonstrate the key techniques to prepare it in the best way.

You will also learn how to make miso soup and dashi, a Japanese soup stock, as well as how to create your own bento box which can include items such as an egg roll, pickled vegetables, rice, breaded chicken and much more. You will also receive an apron and all the ingredients needed for the class.

Once you have finished making your personalised bento, you can take the recipes home and surprise your friends and family with your new culinary skill, brought all the way from the Far East.

The bento is a Japanese boxed meal that is popular as a takeaway . It is a complete and balanced meal that includes rice, protein (such as chicken, fish or meat), vegetables, fruits and other side dishes. The bento comes in a wooden, plastic or aluminium box, and is often divided into separate compartments to keep the food separate.

This iconic Japanese meal can be purchased at convenience stores, train stations and airports and can also be prepared at home. It is a popular and convenient choice for dining in Japan, and is considered a culinary art form in both presentation and harmony of flavours.

An ideal activity for food lovers, it will allow you to deepen your knowledge of Japanese culture through its cuisine.