Cooking Classes
Nothing builds an appetite like a day skiing or boarding Japanese powder, and nothing hits the spot like Japanese mountain food. But that moment of taste induced happiness need not only last as long as your time in Nozawa; why not try your hand at learning some classic staples of Japanese mountain life? Choose from either delicious Soba (Buckwheat noodles), Sasazushi or tempting Oyaki (Steamed Japanese Buns), and get ready to get hands-on!
Soba
Soba noodles have been a staple of the Japanese diet for hundreds of years, and are ideal for filling hungry bellies. Learn to make these iconic noodles from the very start. From kneading, to folding, to cutting; the noodles are in your hands all the way till you pile it generously onto your plate!
Oyaki
Oyaki can be found steaming all over Nozawa, just look for the distinctive wooden boxes that line the street at regular intervals. Nothing can compare to walking the snowy streets of the village with a piping hot Oyaki in hand. This class teaches you exactly how to take the taste of this little memory home with you! Nozawa-na (local pickle) and red bean will fill your creations today, and even give you the chance to hand decorate them. You'll most probably even have a couple of leftovers to take back with you for that late-night snack.
Who will Teach You
All the cooking teachers are local culinarians, using their many years of experience to ensure that the traditional ways of cooking are kept alive. Don't fear any language barrier either; all classes are accompanied by a guide and translator to ensure that you get the full benefit of your experience!
Booking Procedure (Minimum 1 day advance booking is essential)
1. Add the number of guests and click the "ADD TO CART" button and complete the checkout process. Your credit card will not be charged until your reservation is confirmed.
* If you want to book for multiple classes, please add each product to your cart before checking out.
2. You will immediately receive a Request Received email.
3. You will receive a Status Update email within 24 hours.
4. If your reservation is not immediately confirmed, your request status will be "Pending" until the tour date passes or your tour is confirmed.
* Most tour bookings are made on the day before the tour, so tours may only be confirmed on the day before.
5. If and when the tour has been confirmed, we will reconfirm your booking.
Tour Conditions
• Assemble at the departure point at least 10 mins before the scheduled departure time.
• Minimum number of bookings must be met for the tour to operate.
* Tour may be cancelled due to disasters, road closures, etc.
Amendment/Cancellation
• After the booking is confirmed: ¥500.
• 3 to 2 business days prior: 30% of the total price.
• 1 business day prior: 50% of the total price.
• Tour day: 100% of the total price.
