Cook Okonomiyaki on a Real Teppan at a Local Hiroshima Hidden Gem
Description
Join a unique cooking experience at Okonomiyaki Acchan, one of Hiroshima's most beloved local restaurants. Step inside a real teppanyaki restaurant kitchen—an area normally off-limits to guests—and learn how to make authentic Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki alongside the owner. Working in pairs, you'll cooperate to create one okonomiyaki together, just like in a real Japanese kitchen. Discover local food culture, enjoy a hands-on cooking experience, and savor the delicious okonomiyaki you helped make in a truly local atmosphere. 【Important Notes】 →The tour requires a minimum of 2 participants. If the minimum is not met, the tour will be canceled. →We are unable to accommodate food allergies or religious dietary restrictions. Please book only if you understand and accept these conditions.
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Visit Teppanyaki Acchan, a local restaurant loved by Hiroshima residents, and learn how to cook Hiroshima's famous soul food, okonomiyaki, in a real restaurant kitchen. Working in pairs, you'll make one okonomiyaki together under the guidance of a professional chef and enjoy an authentic local cooking experience.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not suitable for guests with food allergies or dietary restrictions, as the dish contains beef, gluten and other ingredients.
Reviews(4)
Getting to make okonomiyaki at Acchan was an amazing experience! Acchan was incredibly upbeat and friendly. I got to learn how he started his own okonomiyaki restaurant and had the unique opportunity to stand behind the grill and make my own okonomiyaki. He walked us through the entire process, and at the end we drew our country's flags in mayonnaise before he stuck a sparkler along with a word summing up our trip to Japan into the finished okonomiyaki. It was so much fun! Afterward, Acchan made one himself so we could compare the flavor of ours with one made by a professional. You can really tell how much time, care, and effort he's put into perfecting his craft!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you had such a memorable time cooking with Acchan. Seeing our guests step behind the teppan, make their own Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, and enjoy the fun atmosphere that Acchan creates is exactly what we hope for. We're especially glad you enjoyed adding your country's flag with mayonnaise and comparing your own okonomiyaki with Acchan's. Those moments are designed to make the experience both personal and unforgettable, and it's great to know they made your visit even more special. Thank you as well for appreciating Acchan's story and the passion he puts into his craft. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him—he'll be thrilled to hear them. We hope to welcome you back to Hiroshima someday for another delicious okonomiyaki experience!
I loved this okonomiyaki cooking experience in central Hiroshima. Despite being right in the heart of the city, the restaurant had a genuine local feel — more neighborhood regulars than tourists, which gave it an authentic vibe you don't always get with typical tourist activities. The guide who joined us made all the difference. She translated everything between us and Atchan, the shop owner who taught us, so I never felt lost or unsure what to do next — I could just relax and enjoy the experience. Getting to stand at the big iron griddle in the actual kitchen and cook my own okonomiyaki was such a memorable, hands-on moment. Drawing my home country's flag on top with mayonnaise was such a fun, personal touch, and Atchan kept things lively the whole time, entertaining us like a true showman. And of course, the taste was incredible. Since it stays right on the griddle while you eat, every bite was piping hot until the very last one. Listening to Atchan share his story while we ate added a whole other layer to the experience. Okonomiyaki is Hiroshima's soul food, and this felt like such a genuine way to experience it — well worth the price for the hands-on cooking, the guide, the food, and the story all together. Highly recommend it to anyone visiting Hiroshima.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! We’re truly happy to hear that you enjoyed not only cooking Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, but also the warm, local atmosphere of Acchan's restaurant. Creating an authentic experience where our guests can connect with local people—not just visit a tourist spot—is exactly what we hope to share. We're also delighted that Naomi helped make the experience smooth and enjoyable, and that you had fun cooking at the teppan, decorating your okonomiyaki with your country's flag, and hearing Acchan's story. Those little moments are what make each tour unique and memorable. Your kind words about the value of the experience mean a great deal to us. Our goal is to share not only Hiroshima's soul food, but also its history, culture, and the people behind it. Thank you again for recommending our tour. We hope to welcome you back to Hiroshima someday, and we'll be waiting with another hot okonomiyaki for you!
We had such a fun and delicious okonomiyaki experience! Both our guide Naomi san and the restaurant owner, Acchan, were incredibly friendly and welcoming. What made this tour special was that it wasn’t just about cooking okonomiyaki. Our guide explained the history of Hiroshima style okonomiyaki, answered all of our questions, and shared interesting stories throughout the experience. It made us appreciate the dish even more. I would definitely recommend this tour to my friends. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a fun and delicious experience with Naomi and Acchan. It means so much to us that you enjoyed not only cooking Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, but also learning about its history and the stories behind this beloved local dish. Our goal is to create an experience that goes beyond food by sharing Hiroshima's culture, history, and the warmth of its people. We're so happy to know that this made your visit even more meaningful. Thank you as well for recommending our tour to your friends. Your support truly means the world to us. We hope to welcome you back to Hiroshima someday, and we'll be ready to cook another okonomiyaki together!
We had a great time joining this okonomiyaki tour. Making Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki was a very special experience. It was fun, and the okonomiyaki I made was very delicious. Acchan, the owner, was friendly, funny, and welcoming. He made the experience even more enjoyable. And the staff were also very kind and took good care of us. I also enjoyed talking with Acchan, the staff, and the other guests. It was a great chance to meet local people and experience Hiroshima’s warm hospitality. At the end, I had the chance to compare the okonomiyaki I made with the one Acchan made. It was interesting to taste the difference, and I could see how skilled he is. This was a wonderful experience, and I would love to join again. Thank you very much!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are truly grateful that you joined our Okonomiyaki Cooking Tour and took the time to share your experience. It means a lot to hear that you enjoyed making Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, meeting Acchan and our staff, and connecting with the other guests. One of our biggest goals is to create an experience where people can enjoy not only delicious food, but also the warmth of the local community and the spirit of Hiroshima. We're especially happy that you enjoyed comparing your own okonomiyaki with Acchan's. We hope you'll try making Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki again when you return home! Thank you again for your kind words and support. We hope to welcome you back to Hiroshima someday, and of course, Acchan will be waiting to cook with you again!
