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The 15 Best Workshops & Classes in Osaka

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Osaka gives you more to do than days to do it in. These 15 workshops & classes earn a slot, and each is priced so you can choose quickly.

Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class - From prepared ingredients to your first roll
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Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

1.Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,220 reviews · from $31Our pick

Near Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi, an English-speaking instructor guides you through sushi-making basics, including maki rolls and nigiri. Ingredients are ready when you arrive, and you eat what you make. Instructors have included Reika, Fuko, Aina, and Fujiko. The class runs about 1 hour 40 minutes and suits beginners, families, and curious sushi fans.

“Amazing !! Such a good experience, the staff are also so welcoming and they made the experience perfect!”

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Matcha Making Class in Osaka with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set - Whisking your own cup
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Matcha Making Class in Osaka with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set

2.Matcha Making Class in Osaka with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 509 reviews · from $21Best value

At Matcha Making Osaka in Higashishinsaibashi, an English-speaking instructor guides you through matcha’s background and the steps for preparing a cup yourself. Tools and ingredients are ready, and Japanese sweets come with the tea. The class lasts about an hour, accommodates up to six people, and has morning and afternoon sessions.

“What a great experience learning the art of Matcha. We bought matcha in Kyoto, and now have learned the process. It’s fun learning the ceremony of the tree as well. The instructor was very entertaining.”

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Osaka: Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Dotonbori - Start with ramen dough, not a packet
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Osaka: Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Dotonbori

3.Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Dotonbori

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 378 reviews · from $70

At Cooking Sun Osaka in Dotonbori, you make soy sauce ramen from wheat dough, chicken bones, and dried sardines, then prepare minced-chicken gyoza. English-speaking instructors, including Miki and June, guide the steps and share cooking tips. Ingredients are included, and you eat the finished meal before returning to the meeting point.

“Making the food was great but eating it was even better! The guides were incredibly nice and detailed in their explanations. I learned a lot about Japanese cuisine.”

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Osaka Sushi Making Class – Hands-On Nigiri & Rolls (Same-Day OK) - Learning to make sushi rice
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Osaka Sushi Making Class – Hands-On Nigiri & Rolls (Same-Day OK)

4.Osaka Sushi Making Class – Hands-On Nigiri & Rolls (Same-Day OK)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 352 reviews · from $33

At Sushi Master Namba Dotonbori, you’ll hear a short introduction to sushi and Japanese food culture, learn to prepare sushi rice, then make nigiri and rolls with help from English-speaking instructors. Choose an 8-piece standard or 10-piece premium course, and eat what you make. Vegetarian sushi is available by advance request.

“It was an amazing experience in attending Sushi Making Class and Hands- On Nigiri & Rolls in Osaka. The chef is kind and patience in teaching. She is also excellent in speaking English so you can understand the instruction clearly. The envRead more”

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Osaka Cooking Class: Okonomiyaki &Japanese cuisines experience - Takoyaki: Osaka’s round street-food classic
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Osaka Cooking Class: Okonomiyaki &Japanese cuisines experience

5.Osaka Cooking Class: Okonomiyaki &Japanese cuisines experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 261 reviews · from $104

At Yayo’s home in Osaka, you’ll spend about two and a half hours making Japanese staples such as okonomiyaki, takoyaki and miso soup. The class is limited to eight people, includes an English-speaking instructor and a meal, and finishes with taiyaki and matcha. A sake and beer pairing is available as an add-on.

“Yayo was an amazing host. We felt incredibly lucky to be welcomed into her home. She was a great instructor and answered any questions we had. The location was very easy to find and we left with very full stomachs. Must do experience to see how true Japanese cooking is done. Thank you Yayo, we loved it”

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Osaka: Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Dotonbori - Rolling Maki And Shaping Nigiri
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Osaka: Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Dotonbori

6.Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Dotonbori

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 239 reviews · 1h 40m · from $45

In central Osaka, learn sushi basics through a lighthearted history quiz, then make maki rolls and nigiri with an English-speaking local instructor. The 100-minute class includes ingredients and a chance to eat what you make. Dietary changes, including halal and vegan options, must be requested at least three days ahead.

“Really fun experience for our group while in Osaka- Takara is so sweet and helpful, and leads the class well! We enjoyed our time very much”

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Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka - Sitting down to eat what you made
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Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka

7.Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 202 reviews · from $79

Spend about two and a half hours making ramen from scratch and shaping pork and vegetable gyoza with a local chef. You’ll cook with a small group, eat the meal you prepare, and take home a printed recipe. Vegetarian options are available if arranged in advance.

“Small intimate group in private kitchen. Warm friendly instructor, great lunch. Easy to make, plain recipes”

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Osaka: Sushi Class in Dotonbori - Shaping nigiri by hand
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Osaka: Sushi Class in Dotonbori

8.Sushi Class in Dotonbori

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 160 reviews · 3 hours · from $67

Spend three hours learning to make nigiri, a vegetable-and-tuna salad roll, and Osaka’s square pressed sushi at Cooking Sun Osaka. An English-speaking instructor guides a group of no more than eight, and ingredients are included. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can be requested when booking.

“So many advices and very interesting cooking class. Our guide spoke a very good English and explained not only how to cook sushi, but also gave us a small introduction of japanese culture.”

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Three Types of Ramen Cooking Class in Osaka - Three broths and three topping combinations
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Three Types of Ramen Cooking Class in Osaka

9.Three Types of Ramen Cooking Class in Osaka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · from $79

In Osaka’s Kitahorie district, Sakura Cook’s 2.5-hour class teaches you to make ramen noodles, three broths, and a range of toppings. You’ll prepare salt, soy sauce, and miso ramen, then sit down to eat with dessert and green tea. Instructors including Fumi lead the hands-on session, and a recipe is yours to take home.

“OMG! I would go back to Osaka just to do this again!!! They taught us 3 different types of ramen, all were absolutely delicious! We felt very welcomed, and they were very informative, everything was super well organised and layed out for us so we got straight to the good stuff: making the noodles from scratch, cooking the meats & toppings and the broth, I’ve already been cooking the recipe at home, my family loved this experience and want to go back!”

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Osaka: Cooking Class Ramen & Gyoza Course in Nanba - From Prep to Supper: Check the Timing
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Osaka: Cooking Class Ramen & Gyoza Course in Nanba

10.Cooking Class Ramen & Gyoza Course in Nanba

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 86 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

At this small-group Osaka class, you’ll make ramen noodles from scratch and fold pork-and-vegetable gyoza with English- or Japanese-speaking instructors. Expect a short orientation, hands-on cooking, a shared meal with sake, beer, or soft drinks, and recipes to take home. The class is limited to eight people; confirm the schedule, as the listed duration and activity times do not match.

“Really enjoyed this cooking class in Osaka! Gyoza were especially delicious. Would definitely recommend when visiting, had a lot of fun and learnt a lot.”

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Osaka Cooking Class and Sake Tasting with Local Supermarket Visit - What the guides add to the lesson
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Osaka Cooking Class and Sake Tasting with Local Supermarket Visit

11.Osaka Cooking Class and Sake Tasting with Local Supermarket Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · from $92

Join a four-hour Osaka cooking class that begins with a local supermarket visit and continues in MagicalTrip’s studio. With an instructor such as Yuka or Mari, you’ll make okonomiyaki, niku-sui, and gyoza, then enjoy sake, beer, or soft drinks with the meal. No cooking experience is needed, and the group is capped at seven.

“Review for our cooking class with Yuka We had an amazing 4-hour cooking experience with our wonderful guide and instructor, Yuka. The day started with a visit to a local supermarket, where Yuka showed and explained so many interestiRead more”

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Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka Dotonbori - From flour and broth to a bowl of ramen
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Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka Dotonbori

12.Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka Dotonbori

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · from $71

At Cooking Sun in Osaka’s Dotonbori area, you’ll make ramen noodles and broth from scratch, prepare gyoza, and tailor fillings and toppings to your taste. An English-speaking instructor guides the small group of up to eight, and you take home the recipes. The class starts at 1:30 pm and lasts about three hours.

“We had a great time, host was excellent we learnt so much, food was amazing. Location was easy to find.”

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Hammer a Pattern on Your Ring Workshop - Hammering a pattern into the metal
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Hammer a Pattern on Your Ring Workshop

13.Hammer a Pattern on Your Ring Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $21

At itoaware NaraJapan, choose your ring’s material, thickness, shape, and texture, then hammer a pattern into it with a staff member guiding you. A craftsperson finishes the ring, usually within 60 to 90 minutes. Optional hand engraving is available on qualifying rings. The workshop is private for your group, and staff take photos for you to keep.

“I had so much fun! Great experience and extremely friendly staff. Made 3 rings because I couldn’t decide. Would 12/10 recommend :P.”

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Calligraphy Workshop in Namba, Dotonbori - Two hours, six people, plenty of room to ask
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Calligraphy Workshop in Namba, Dotonbori

14.Calligraphy Workshop in Namba, Dotonbori

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $49

In this two-hour Namba workshop, instructor Nao and an English-speaking interpreter introduce shodō, then guide you through brush-and-ink practice and writing your name in kanji or katakana. Finish with a handwritten keepsake on colored paper or a luggage tag. Groups are limited to six.

“The calligraphy workshop was really enjoyable. We really appreciate the transmission of the art of calligraphy done by Stephen. We were able to practice a lot with the good advice of the Master of Calligraphy. Thank you for this precious moment and the transmission of a part of the Japanese culture.”

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Sushi and Japnese foods cooking class in Osaka - Making miso soup and Japanese omelet
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Sushi and Japnese foods cooking class in Osaka

15.Sushi and Japnese foods cooking class in Osaka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $165

Meet chef Yayo near Noda Station and walk to her home for a hands-on Osaka cooking class. You’ll prepare sushi, miso soup, and Japanese omelet, then share dinner and taiyaki. The class lasts about two and a half hours; sake and Osaka-brewed beer are available with selected options.

“This was the best dinner we had (because we made it ourselves) and one of our favorite experiences while traveling through Japan. Our host made us feel welcomed and appreciated for taking her cooking class. All her ingredients were hRead more”

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