At home with Nahoko

Authentic Japanese Cooking & Language Classes in a Cozy Home
At home with Nahoko

Class Location: Kunitachi, Tokyo
(4-minute walk from the station)

Hello! I'm Naboko. I have been offering Japanese cooking classes in Kunitachi, a quiet residential area in western Tokyo, for about 9 years.

In my class, I teach healthy, delicious, and visually beautiful Japanese home cooking using high-quality ingredients without chemical additives.

In addition to cooking, I have been teaching Japanese language online for the past three years as a certified Japanese language teacher. I love languages and culture, and I am currently studying tea ceremony and French.

During the COVID period, I held a monthly online cooking and Japanese food culture class with Mac from Maction Planet,a very popular tour guide in Japan. Through this experience, my English communication and teaching skills improved dramatically.

I truly enjoy welcoming guests from all over the world to my home and sharing Japanese food culture together. I hope to meet you soon!

This class is Miso Chicken Ramen (no pork, no lard) made completely from scratch.
In this class, we make everything from the beginning, including handmade ramen noodle.

This is not a ramen restaurant, but a hands-on cooking class where you will learn authentic ramen step by step.
In this class, we make every element of ramen from scratch — broth, toppings, and handmade noodles.

Regular Chicken Ramen:JPY 14,900/per person

Gluten-free Ramen

Enjoy ramen that is just as delicious as regular ramen—without gluten.The noodle dough can also be adapted to make Italian pasta or udon at home.All ingredients, including soy sauce and seasonings, are completely gluten-free.I have a strong understanding of celiac disease and take dietary needs seriously.Whenever possible, gluten-free classes are held separately. If not, great care is taken to prevent cross-contamination.

JPY 19,900/per person
A minimum of 2 participants is required for this option.

Veggie/Vegan Ramen

Vegetarian & Vegan OptionsEnjoy a satisfying and flavorful ramen experience without meat or animal products.All ingredients are carefully selected to suit vegetarian or vegan dietary preferences.The class is designed to ensure that you can recreate these dishes easily at home.

JPY 19,900/per person

Gluten-free-veggie
👉JPY 25,900/per person

Gluten-free-
vegan
👉JPY 27,900/per person

Muslim-friendly Ramen

All ingredients are carefully prepared for this class.The ramen broth is made using halal-certified chicken.Halal-certified soy sauce and miso are also used.
A comfortable prayer space is available for your convenience.I have a deep respect for and understanding of Islamic practices. I also observe fasting for one day each year during Ramadan as a way to deepen my understanding.

JPY 19,900/per person

Beyond Ramen....
Discover more Japanese dishes and experiences.

Gyoza from scratch

Learn how to make authentic Japanese gyoza completely from scratch—from dough to filling.You will prepare crispy, juicy dumplings and learn techniques you can easily recreate at home.The same dietary options as the ramen class are available (gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and Muslim-friendly).Pricing is the same as the ramen class.

Please note that the regular price (JPY 14,900) requires a minimum of 3 participants.

Making Miso

Discover the traditional process of making Japanese miso using simple, natural ingredients.You will learn fermentation basics and create your own miso to take home.The miso you make is the same one used in my ramen classes, giving you a deeper understanding of the flavors behind authentic ramen.This is a unique opportunity to experience an essential part of Japanese food culture.

Curry Udon from scratch

Make comforting Japanese curry udon from scratch, combining rich, flavorful curry with freshly prepared noodles.This class is perfect for those who want to explore a beloved everyday Japanese dish.The same dietary options as the ramen class are available (gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and Muslim-friendly).Pricing is the same as the ramen class.Please note that the regular price (JPY 14,900) requires a minimum of 3 participants.

Making Koji

Learn how to make koji, a key ingredient in Japanese fermentation used for miso, soy sauce, and more.This class offers a deeper understanding of Japanese food culture and fermentation techniques.Perfect for those interested in traditional methods and expanding their cooking skills.

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Customer Reviews

Martina from Germany

Do you want the ultimate Japanese food and culture experience? I can definitely recommend this class, even if you have never cooked a Japanese dish before!

Corey from the U.S

I really enjoyed Nahoko’s gluten free ramen cooking class, and so did my friends that joined me. Nahoko made us feel very welcome; we could be our authentic selves in her class. She does a great job of combining history, cooking instructions, information about gluten free items in Japan, and hands-on cooking time. Don’t worry if you can’t speak Japanese; Nahoko’s English is very good!! I am seriously considering taking classes with her again. 10/10/10.

Maria from the U.K

We've done two classes now with Nahoko and both of them have been extremely enjoyable. She provides easy and clear instructions throughout the whole process and is a very interesting and engaging hostess. We have continued to make the dishes we learned and they've consistently turned out great. We look forward to trying other classes in the near future. We can't recommend Nahoko highly enough!

Mitchell from the Netherlands

Nahoko was very friendly,kind and funny. She gave us a lot of information about the history of Japanese food. Also asked us personal questions which was very nice. The food was delicious! I can recommend Nahoko to anyone who would like to learn to cook ramen themselves the proper way.

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How to book....

Kindly read the following information carefully before making a booking.

Step 1: Submit the Booking Form

Please fill out and submit the booking form below.
In addition to your email address, please include another contact method (such as WhatsApp).
I usually reply within 48 hours.
However, my emails may sometimes end up in your spam folder, so please be sure to check it.If you do not receive a reply, please contact me at: napodondon@gmail.com
Booking must be made at least 48 hours before your preferred class date and time.
Please note that I may not respond to inquiries that are considered inappropriate or disrespectful.

Step 2: Confirmation & Payment

If your requested date is available, I will send you a confirmation along with a PayPal invoice.Your booking will be confirmed only after the payment is completed.If payment is not made promptly, your spot may be offered to other guests.

Step 3: Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment must be made in advance via PayPal.Cash payments on the day are not accepted.All payments are non-refundable under any circumstances.
As this is a small, private business, I sincerely appreciate your understanding.

Japanese Language Lessons (Online)

Learn Japanese in a practical and enjoyable way with private online lessons tailored to your needs.
I passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test (2023)
Lessons are fully customized for each student, whether you are a complete beginner or looking to improve your conversational or professional skills.

55minutes per lessonJPY 5,500
Package: 5 lessons per set
FreeTrial Lesson (40 minutes) available✨

Specialized for Children/business Japanese✨

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