Japanese Cooking Class

Learn how to cook delicious Japanese food!



4 hours Class size 1 to 12 guests

  $190 - $295 ($190 for Adult; $295 for Adult and Child (8-15). $50 per class surcharge applies for private classes) (Afterpay available)
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Japanese Cooking
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Immerse yourself in a Japanese-inspired cooking class where you'll learn valuable skills on how to prepare delicious Japanese meals from scratch and elevate your culinary confidence.
In this engaging class, you'll work alongside our expert chef Paul to create delectable dishes and gain a deeper understanding of cooking techniques and Japanese flavours. Paul is a highly trained chef with a passion for seafood and Japanese food and is eager to help you try to cook new ingredients to impress your next dinner party.
On the menu:
  • Miso soup
  • Vegetable tempura and dipping sauces
  • Sushi
  • Sashimi
  • Seafood cooking - tips and tricks to be confident
  • Soba noodle with shiitake and seaweed
  • Matcha dessert with miso caramel
Don't worry if you're a beginner, our supportive environment is perfect for those starting their culinary journey. You'll be provided with all the necessary materials and guidance to ensure an enjoyable experience.
By the end of the class, you'll have a newfound love for cooking and a tasty creation to enjoy at home. Join us for this exciting opportunity to learn, create and indulge in the joys of cooking.

Upcoming dates for Japanese Cooking Class

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 14 Oct 2026, 12:12am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

115 upcoming dates between 24 Oct 2026 and 29 Dec 2027.

  • Sat 24 Oct 2026, 6pm-10pm
  • Wed 4 Nov 2026, 9am-1pm
  • Tue 10 Nov 2026, 9am-1pm
  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 6pm-10pm
  • Fri 27 Nov 2026, 9am-1pm
  • Tue 1 Dec 2026, 9am-1pm
  • Wed 2 Dec 2026, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Thu 7 Jan 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Thu 7 Jan 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Tue 12 Jan 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Wed 13 Jan 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Sat 16 Jan 2027, 6pm-10pm
  • Fri 22 Jan 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Sat 23 Jan 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Wed 27 Jan 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Tue 2 Feb 2027, 9am-1pm
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  • Sat 13 Feb 2027, 6pm-10pm
  • Fri 19 Feb 2027, 9am-1pm
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  • Tue 29 Jun 2027, 9am-1pm
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  • Sat 3 Jul 2027, 6pm-10pm
  • Fri 9 Jul 2027, 9am-1pm
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  • Thu 22 Jul 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Wed 28 Jul 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Sat 31 Jul 2027, 6pm-10pm
  • Fri 6 Aug 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Sat 7 Aug 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
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  • Wed 25 Aug 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Sat 28 Aug 2027, 6pm-10pm
  • Tue 31 Aug 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Fri 3 Sep 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Sat 4 Sep 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Wed 8 Sep 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Thu 16 Sep 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Thu 16 Sep 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Tue 21 Sep 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Wed 22 Sep 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Sat 25 Sep 2027, 6pm-10pm
  • Fri 1 Oct 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Sat 2 Oct 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Wed 6 Oct 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Tue 12 Oct 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Thu 14 Oct 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Thu 14 Oct 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Wed 20 Oct 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Sat 23 Oct 2027, 6pm-10pm
  • Fri 29 Oct 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Sat 30 Oct 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Tue 2 Nov 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Wed 3 Nov 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Thu 11 Nov 2027, 9am-1pm
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  • Wed 17 Nov 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Sat 20 Nov 2027, 6pm-10pm
  • Tue 23 Nov 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Fri 26 Nov 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Sat 27 Nov 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Wed 1 Dec 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Thu 9 Dec 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Thu 9 Dec 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Tue 14 Dec 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Wed 15 Dec 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Sat 18 Dec 2027, 6pm-10pm
  • Fri 24 Dec 2027, 9am-1pm
  • Sat 25 Dec 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
  • Wed 29 Dec 2027, 1:30pm-5:30pm
What you'll get
  • Be part of a group of up to 10 guests with hands-on learning.
  • Sake, beer, wine and mineral water.
  • All recipes to keep.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Nothing!
Vibes
Creativity: This is a creative, open-ended experience – let your imagination lead and make something truly your own.
Sociability: This is a social experience – expect plenty of opportunity to chat, mingle, and enjoy the company of others.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

1/66 Curzon Street North Melbourne

Your teacher can also travel within 60 kms of North Melbourne, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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Recent reviews of Japanese Cooking Class

  • 5/5 from Cathie Shelton, attended Sep 2026: Fantastic class. Paul was a great host. The food was really good and we learned heaps about Japanese cooking.
  • 5/5 from Greg Andersen, attended Sep 2026: Had a great time cooking with my son
  • 5/5 from David, attended Aug 2026: Loved this class, YES Chef Paul was an outstanding instructor, food was delicious, the whole experience was awesome....we'll be back for more!
  • 5/5 from Teresa Alarcon, attended Jul 2026: Lovely experience, thanks so much!
  • 5/5 from Peter Bond, attended May 2026: Paul was very professional and made the class enjoyable. He was very prepared, and I have to say very dynamic/ energetic. Thank you for the class
  • 5/5 from Wendy Phillips, attended Apr 2026: Brilliant again! This is our second class. I gifted the fish cookery class to my 14 year old son and he was keen to do another, so I went with him and my 11 year old son. We will definitely go back for another course. The teacher (Paul) is so friendly, knowledgeable, calm, and makes everything fun. We learnt the techniques then had a go at preparing the fish and making our own sushi. It is a course for adults, but my sons very much enjoyed it too. I would very much recommend the teacher and the class.
  • 5/5 from Julia Rotunno, attended Apr 2026: Best cooking teacher ever!
  • 5/5 from John Roberts, attended Mar 2026: Engaging chef, willingly shared his knowledge. Fun 4 hour session. Lots of food to eat and take home. Hands on, lots of learning. Paul the chef was awesome. Small group. Thoroughly.enjoyed the class. Highly recommended. John R
  • 5/5 from Giancarlo Moca, attended Mar 2026: Enjoyed the class and learned heaps. Chef was highly skilled and made everything look easy. Had a lot of fun and laughs and got to enjoy everything we made. The sake and bubbly was great too.
  • 5/5 from Kerry Tripp, attended Mar 2026: Paul was very informative and gave lots of tips and tricks throughout the class. Was also very fun. Would recommend!
  • 5/5 from Massimo Monteleone, attended Feb 2026: Amazing experience with Chef Paul. Super engaging, great fun and great vibes. And learnt a ton. Yes chef!!!!!
  • 5/5 from Rejane Le Grange, attended Feb 2026: We highly recommend this cooking class. We thoroughly enjoyed the learning. Paul is so relaxed, making the class do much fun The best way to spend time - interesting, social and tasty Loved what we cooked
  • 5/5 from William Craven, attended Jan 2026: Paul was a fantastic teacher, immediately when joining and entering we were made to feel perfectly at home. Very knowledgeable and interactive. Absolutely fantastic experience will 100% be back for another class
  • 4/5 from Margaret Luke, attended Jan 2026: Great class. Chef was very knowledgeable and helpful.
  • 5/5 from Justine Drozdek, attended Nov 2025: Our teacher taught us step by step. Was informative. Friendly and always willing to help. Everything was set out for us to easily follow and was provided. We had fun and was engaged.
  • 5/5 from Olivia Hines, attended Oct 2025: Such a wonderful and informative class with Paul! The venue was very cosy. I learned a lot about Japanese flavours and tried foods such as fungi that I’d never had before. The menu included sushi, soba noodle salad, miso soup, tempura, dipping sauce, won ton skins and matcha panna cotta with miso caramel. Very generous portions and high quality seafood was used. I’ll be back again for sure!
  • 5/5 from Angie Perry, attended Aug 2025: The Japanese cooking class was fabulous. Chef Paul explains everything well and provides tidbits of wisdom on how to adapt recipes. The food was delicious and easy enough to make at home. Thoroughly enjoyed, thanks Chef Paul.
  • 5/5 from Louis Williams, attended Jun 2025: Amazing - friendly and warm and gave great insight into Japanese cooking
  • 5/5 from Lee Ridder, attended Apr 2025: Small Class of 9 in lovely environment. So much food & excellent varied Japanese menu. Paul was kind & easygoing - not formal or intimidating. Provided Sake, water & Prosecco if you wanted. Highlights were Matcha pannacotta with caramel Miso sauce and the tuna on wonton crisps. Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from John Lakey, attended Dec 2024: Henry was excellent in teaching us the techniques in preparing Japenese food. The food was delicious and I would highly recommend doing this experience. The 4 hours went so quick and that was thanks to Henry's vibe around the kitchen. Will defiantly be back again
  • 5/5 from Natasha Coonan, attended Nov 2024: Henry was funny, engaging and a great teacher. The Japanese cooking class was absolutely worth our time; appreciated the tips and tricks for fish preparation. Will definitely be booking another class!
  • 5/5 from Wendy Dawson, attended Nov 2024: Venue was v arty, eclectic, great! Teacher was v friendly, informative & gave lots of practice, helpful advice w different techniques. Was plenty of food & a wide range to learn about. My favourite was the tempura. Was so tasty that I cooked it at home that night. Thanks for an excellent session, v enjoyable.
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Yes Chef

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After 36 incredible years in the kitchen, I'm excited to share my passion and expertisewith you! Join me for a series of speciality cooking classes designed to transform your culinary skills and ignite your creativity.
These classes are more than just lessons; they're an immersive experience where you'll learn how to cook with flavour, experiment with your own flair, and bring your imagination to life in the kitchen. Together, we'll peel back the layers of cooking, making it not only easy but also incredibly fun!
I invite everyone, especially aspiring cooks and chefs, to dive into the world of cooking.
You'll gain confidence and skills that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Whether you're drawn to the rich flavours of Italian cuisine, the vibrant spices of Moroccan, Japanese or Spanish food we'll start with the fundamentals and build skills from there.
Jion me on this culinary journey and let's create delicious memories together!
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