K
Worth it, not all day, great time
Forgot her name but instructor was amazing. Patient, funny, and welcoming. Made udon noodles, learned the history, ate some noodles and food was tasty
Private Cooking Class Udon in Kyoto Japan
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $59 / person
- Location
- Kyoto, Japan
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 25 reviews
- Languages
- JA, EN, ZH-CN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- 創作料亭出雲 Kyoto Izumo
- Meeting point
- When you arrive there, you will see a wooden Japanese gate -quite narrow-, which leads to a flowery alley.We will be waiting for you inside the mansion at the end of this back alley, 10-15 minutes before the workshop starts.Feel free to ring, our staff will come to you
Description
We are located in the heart of Kyoto, just a 12-minute walk from Kyoto Station and a 2-minute walk from Nishi Honganji Temple. Our facility is a beautifully renovated traditional Japanese house that dates back 130 years. We have transformed it into a classroom where we provide an authentic Japanese cultural experience for overseas visitors to Japan, aiming to offer a genuine taste of Kyoto's rich cultural heritage. Inside the historic house, you will find a majority of antique furniture and artifacts that are over 110 years old. With this setting, along with traditional Japanese music, we strive to create an immersive cultural experience that takes you back to Kyoto as it was 130 years ago. Our teachers are all local to Kyoto and possess a deep understanding of Japanese culture. They are passionate about sharing their knowledge and providing you with an enriching experience.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 12:00 PM
- Season
- Starts Nov 6
- Next available
- Fri, Nov 6
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $59
- Child (ages 0–6)
- $53
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 20.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Lunch
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
25 reviews
How it compares in Kyoto
- Starting price $59 is 23% below the typical $78 for tours of similar length in Kyoto
Excurgo comparison of 1,626 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Cooking Class Udon in Kyoto Japan take?
Private Cooking Class Udon in Kyoto Japan lasts about 1 hour.
How much does Private Cooking Class Udon in Kyoto Japan cost?
Prices start at $59 per person for this Kyoto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Cooking Class Udon in Kyoto Japan run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 12:00 PM.
How much does Private Cooking Class Udon in Kyoto Japan cost for children?
Children aged 0–6 pay from $53, adults from $59.
Can I cancel Private Cooking Class Udon in Kyoto Japan for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is When you arrive there, you will see a wooden Japanese gate -quite narrow-, which leads to a flowery alley. We will be waiting for you inside the mansion at the end of this back alley, 10-15 minutes before the workshop starts. Feel free to ring, our staff will come to you. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Private Cooking Class Udon in Kyoto Japan offered in?
The experience is available in JA, EN, ZH-CN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Private Cooking Class Udon in Kyoto Japan worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 25 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by 創作料亭出雲 Kyoto Izumo.
Reviews(25)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
S
amazing experience!
This was an amazing experience the food was delicious. I highly recommend the hostess were also very kind.
J
Fun- and tasty- cultural experience!
We had a really fun time with Hisayu! We made wonderful udon and feel confident that we could make it again at home. Afterwards we ate our udon in the restaurant downstairs with sauce and tempura provided. Really tasty. Also it seemed like the restaurant was full of local, regular customers (always a good sign!) and they were very friendly. It was such a great experience altogether!
K
Highlight of our trip!
One of the highlights of our trip! Tanaka San was so friendly, helpful, and patient. Class was about an hour but stayed maybe 1.5-2hrs after eating our delicious meal as well. You make the udon but do not boil them so class is very child friendly (our 4 & 10y/o had so much fun and could fully participate). Our session was upstairs so be aware bathroom/wash station is downstairs and class is upstairs in case that is an issue). Would 10/10 reccomend to all ages.
P
Fun, lively and knowledgable
What an excellent experience! We ran 10 mins late and were accommodated for with smiles and a lot of enthusiasm. The lunch was nice with tempura veg and the noodles the class had made! Learnt so much about udon noodles and may even try them at home now!
G
Udon class is wonderful
Making udon noodles was an absolute highlight of our time in Kyoto. My teenage children had a blast! Tanaka is a wonderful, encouraging, and upbeat teacher.
H
Great fun!
Fun, easy and tasty. We had great fun doing the udon dance and making our udon babies into udon adults. They also gave us tempura and sauce/toppings for the udon so it tasted amazing. Highly recommend!
B
Amazing and authentic experience
It was a wonderful and very authentic experience! Hi-Chan explained perfectly how to make the Udon and we had lots of fun doing it. The experience was in a very old and traditional house and we were happy to find such a calm place in Kyoto. The end result was very tasty and we will definitely try making our own Udon at home. Thank you!
T
Hosts were very kind and...
Hosts were very kind and friendly. Kids had a great time, and the food was delicious. Would definitely recommend this experience!
P
Great fun with the kids!
The ladies were wonderful with our children and taught us how to make Udon noodles as well as explaining the history etc. We then sat down to eat a delicious meal which included the noodles we made. This was a very fun and delicious outing with the kids. We would recommend to anyone travelling with or without kids.
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