Japanese Cooking Masterclass

Indulge in the exquisite flavours of Japan, featuring the freshest seafood and seasonal vegetables prepared with Japanese simplicity. After mastering the art of Japanese cooking, celebrate with a scrumptious meal and a glass of wine.

Discover the exquisite taste of Japan's freshest seafood and seasonal vegetables, prepared with traditional Japanese simplicity. Our Japanese-inspired dining experience promises to create unforgettable memories. 

With a focus on using only the freshest seasonal produce, we meticulously prepare each dish to be both visually stunning and delicious. Learn to make the most popular Japanese dishes at home with our small and friendly group lessons. 

Our hands-on classes cater to a wide range of experience levels, from beginner to advanced. Discover the fundamentals of Japanese ingredients and flavours, how to create Japanese recipes to suit your palate, and gain access to insider tips, tricks, and techniques. We use only the highest quality ingredients, providing you with the opportunity to indulge in an exquisite meal. 

Enjoy this culinary adventure shared with others and celebrate together with your choice of sparkling wine or beer. Join us today for an unforgettable Japanese culinary experience.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Learn the fundamentals of Japanese ingredients and flavours
• How to create Japanese recipes yourself and to your palette
• Japanese cooking tips, tricks, and techniques
• Use of the freshest Japanese quality food and ingredients provided
• A delicious meal celebrated and enjoyed together, toasted with sparkling wine or beer
• Online recipes from your class so you can recreate them at home

ON THE DAY

• This hands-on Japanese cooking class experience lasts for approximately 3 hours
• Enjoy a complimentary refresher drink on arrival
• Demonstration of the Japanese cooking class recipes by your Chef
• You are required to work with one another in the class. 
• Chopping, rolling, folding and preparing your dishes - all hands-on
• Sit and eat together at the end with a glass of sparkling wine

SAMPLE MENU 

Jan Mar May Jul  Sep Nov (M1)

• Makizushi- Sushi Rolls with Seasonal Fish and Vegetables 
• Miso Shiru - Seasonal Miso Soup 
• Seasonal Tempura - Mixed, Fried Vegetables, Prawn, and Soba Noodles  
• Okonomiyaki- Pork and Cabbage Pancake

Feb Apr Jun Aug Oct Dec

• Tataki Ponzu- Seasonal Fish with Citrus Soy Sauce 
• Ramen- Alkaline Noodle
• Dashi- Seafood Stock
• Kara-age - Fried Chicken 
• Nasu Dengaku- Eggplant With Dark Miso Sauce  

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Our Japanese cooking classes are a perfect solution for your Christmas Party, Birthday party, Anniversary, Hens Party, Bucks Party, Team Building Cooking, Work lunch and dinner or Corporate event. We can cater to different dietary requirements - please let us know by email hello@otaoktichen.com.au
• For rescheduling made more than 14 days prior to the event, there is no charge to change to your new date. After the first date change, there will be $49pp per date change. For rescheduling made within 14 days prior to the event, we can only accept that you are being sick with a medical certificate, and we will still charge $49 for administration fee.
• No refund or reschedule will take effect (1) if you fail to arrive at the venue at the time stipulated, (2) if you voluntarily leave your class after it has commenced, (3) if you need to leave the event for reasons of bereavement, injury or illness.  Travel insurance and medical insurance are therefore strongly recommended.
• In the event that you are unwell, we ask that you send someone in your place. The participants who are not unwell will still be expected to attend.
• Lateness: please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time of the class. We cannot accommodate or refund for those who arrive after the scheduled start time, even if you call ahead. The instructor will be expected to start on time and will not be able to repeat the health and safety and/or demonstrations at the beginning of the class.
• Read more of our FAQs and booking terms

 

REVIEWS 

Heather M. • Jan 2026

Very well organised session, with a good choice of recipes. The timing was well managed so we never seemed either rushed or bored, and we were able to enjoy the dishes we made, as well as put some aside to take home. There was plenty of room in the venue, and the teacher made us all feel welcome. In fact, I could not fault this class!

Mathew H. • Feb 2026

The class was fantastic as a couple we cooked together, made new dishes we hadn’t before and enjoyed all the food. The demonstrations were clear and I’m looking forward to trying the complete recipes at home. The clean up crew were flawless.

Ben T. • Apr 2026

Teacher was very professional and can't recommend enough. Very friendly, very instructional. Unbelievably impressed.

P31X0R Japanese Cooking Masterclass M1&2  Ver. 19 Mar 2026 HN