Aomori Vegetarian Cooking Class with Grandmas (Private)

This was such a wonderful experience! Everything was perfectly organised from start to finish. I was picked up and brought back to the train station, which made everything so easy and relaxed. Everyone was incredibly kind and welcoming, and I immediately felt at home. The food was absolutely delicious, and I learned so much about Japanese cooking, local traditions and everyday life in Japan. It felt much more personal than a typical cooking class – like being welcomed into someone’s home and spending time with family. I had a fantastic time, felt completely comfortable, and enjoyed every single moment. A truly unforgettable experience that I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Japan. One of the highlights of my trip! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I can truly and highly recommend Basama's Kitchen to everyone! Getting to Mutsu-Tsuruda via public transport is also very easy; from Aomori Station, take the Ou Main Line to Kawabe and transfer to the Gono Line there. I am so glad that I decided to go for this experience; it was such a beautiful afternoon with lovely Basama, Hiro, and Chihiro that time just flew by. It was really interesting to see an authentic Japanese house. Everything is beautifully decorated, and I love Basama's houseplants! Together we cooked (everything was truly vegan!), and Hiro played bodyguard for me when the oil splattered a bit too much while making tempura. ;) Lovely Chihiro took lots of photos and videos as a keepsake. The vegetable soup and the homemade onigiri were also incredibly delicious. On top of that, there were various salads, very sweet apple, and matcha tea—everything was super tasty. I will never forget this time. Thank you so much for your hospitality!

I had a wonderful afternoon with Hiro-san and Basama. They were so welcoming and kind. The conversations felt easy and they truly made you feel at home in their home. I enjoyed learning about, and trying to make, different regional dishes. The meal itself was amazing. I don’t have the best cooking skills but Basama had me feeling like a total pro by the end of it! This was the highlight of my trip and well worth the train ride from Aomori city to get there. I left feeling very full in every sense, both from the delicious food and good company. ありがとうございましたばさまとひろさん！とてもたのしかったです！ (Thank you Basama and Hiro-san for such a fun experience!)

It felt like a real local experience, which is exactly what we were looking for. Hiro-san was a great guide and Keiko-san's cooking was delicious. We got to try many local ingredients and miso pastes and finally learned an easy technique to make Onigiri. Would've loved to get even more involved with the cooking, but time might've been to short for that. Thanks for the great lesson, recommendations and lovely chat!

A truly unique experience with a wonderful family. We were welcomed into their home and was able to engage.in traditional cooking preparation and meal time settings in a casual but informative way. I enjoyed learning how to make rice balls and understanding the local key ingredients that bring out different flavours and textures. My favorite part of the experience was learning about the family history and building a connection between all who shared a meal.