Kyoto Udon & Tempura Cooking Class with Professional ChefsMake, taste, and take home the magic of Kyoto’s handmade udon and tempura!
- Kyoto, Japan
- 2.5 hour tour
- Small group tour
- English speaking guide
- Instant Confirmation
What makes this tour unique
- Learn to make udon from scratch with a skilled Japanese udon master!
- Enjoy your handmade noodles with onigiri, inari sushi, and tempura treats.
- Sip sake while savoring a full Japanese-style meal you helped create.
- Take home an easy recipe to recreate authentic udon anywhere, anytime!
Tips and recommendations by our official guides
Learn how to make authentic Japanese udon from scratch—guided by a real udon master! In this hands-on, mouthwatering experience, you’ll knead, roll, and cut your own noodles using a recipe designed to work with ingredients you can easily find back home. Once your noodles are ready, enjoy your creation alongside classic Japanese sides like onigiri (rice balls), inari sushi, crispy tempura, and even a tasting of Japanese sake. To top it off, you’ll receive a downloadable recipe so you can recreate the flavors of Japan anytime, anywhere.
Udon is one of Japan’s most beloved and iconic noodles, known for its satisfying chew and comforting warmth. This workshop was created to help travelers not only enjoy Japan’s culinary culture but take a piece of it home—by learning a recipe that’s both traditional and practical for international kitchens. The udon master shares techniques rooted in traditional methods, simplified just enough to make them accessible without losing authenticity.
This tour is perfect for anyone looking to dive deeper into Japanese food culture. Families with kids ages 6 and up will find it fun and friendly, with minimal knife use and plenty of help from your guide and the chef. Solo travelers will feel right at home with the welcoming chef and fellow participants. If you love delicious food, hands-on activities, and unique local experiences, this is a can’t-miss adventure.
Worried about language or safety? Don’t be! English-speaking guides are there every step of the way to translate and explain the udon, tempura, and sushi-making processes. Kids and beginners don’t need to worry about knives—most steps are safe and simple, and our staff is happy to help. Even if you're traveling alone, the warm and lively atmosphere ensures you’ll have a fun and memorable time.
Official guide
What's included
Knead Like a Pro – Make Udon Noodles from Scratch with Local Masters
Start with nothing but flour and water, and turn it into delicious, chewy udon noodles! Guided by an expert udon master and a friendly English-speaking guide, you’ll mix, knead, and roll your dough by hand—just like it’s been done for generations in Japan. Don’t worry if you’re new to cooking; this step is all about having fun, learning by doing, and feeling the satisfying stretch of homemade noodles taking shape under your fingertips.
Roll, Stuff, and Fry – Create Classic Japanese Side Dishes
Learn how to prepare authentic Japanese rice dishes and tempura! With freshly steamed rice, you’ll be taught how to season it for sushi and shape it into tasty onigiri and inari sushi. Then, dive into the crispy world of tempura as your guide and master chef demonstrate easy-to-follow steps so you can fry up your own golden bites. It’s a fun, hands-on experience that brings out the inner chef in everyone—no experience required!
Eat, Sip & Take the Taste of Japan Home with You
Now comes the best part—eating everything you've made! Savor your handmade udon, sushi, and tempura, all paired with a mini sake tasting experience. Relax, enjoy the flavors, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Before you go, you’ll receive an English recipe set specially designed to use ingredients you can find at home. That way, your Kyoto memories (and meals!) can continue long after your trip ends.
Meeting Point
7-Eleven - Kyoto Kawaramachi-Takoyakushi
- A 3-minute walk from Exit B3 of Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station on the Keihan Kyoto Line, or a 9-minute walk from Exit 3 of Gion-Shijo Station on the Keihan Main Line.
Itinerary
- Meet Your Guide at 7-Eleven - Kyoto Kawaramachi-Takoyakushi
- Move to the studio & Discover the History of Udon
- Start Making Fresh Udonn from Scratch with a Udon master and your guide
- Make Tempura, Onigiri (Rice balls) & Inari sushi
- Enjoy Your Handmade Meal
- Wrap Up & Take Home a Recipe Guide
- The tour will start on time out of respect for all participants. Late arrivals will not be able to join, reschedule, or receive a refund.
- Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate gluten-free requests. We also cannot guarantee allergy-free meals, as food is prepared in non-MagicalTrip kitchens. While substitutions may not always be possible, we will make efforts to adjust when feasible.
- Participants aged 6 and above are welcome. However, children must be supervised by an accompanying adult when handling knives or engaging in potentially dangerous steps.
- All cooking levels are welcome!
- The tour may be canceled in case of unsafe weather conditions.
- You do not need to cover the guide’s food and drinks.
- This is a group experience, and there may be other participants.
- The tour is not recommended for individuals with mobility issues. If you require accommodations, we suggest booking a private tour.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- Free date/time rescheduling is available up to 24 hours before the tour start time, subject to availability.
Inform us about any dietary preferences or restrictions in advance.
| Dietary request | Availability |
|---|---|
dairy-free | ✓ possible |
vegan | △ limited |
vegetarian | △ limited |
gluten-free | ✕ unavailable |
We cannot be held responsible for any food allergens present at street food stalls during the tour.
No known allergens included
