Japanese Flour-Based Comfort Foods

A fun, hands-on Japanese cooking experience featuring takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and monjayaki.

Offer your clients a lively and interactive Japanese food experience in Tokyo.
Guests can choose one dish or combine several “konamon” dishes — Japan’s beloved flour-based casual foods.

Program Overview

This program introduces guests to Japan’s casual flour-based food culture, known as konamon.

Guests can choose from takoyaki, okonomiyaki, or monjayaki, or combine multiple dishes depending on the group size, schedule, and purpose.

The experience is fun, interactive, and ideal for groups who want to enjoy cooking together in a relaxed and lively atmosphere.

What Guests Can Choose

Takoyaki

Guests make bite-sized takoyaki using a special takoyaki pan.
They will learn how to prepare the batter, choose fillings, cook takoyaki, and arrange the flavors.

Okonomiyaki

Guests make a savory Japanese meal-style pancake with cabbage and various ingredients.
This dish is easy to enjoy as a group and offers a casual introduction to Japanese home cooking.

Monjayaki

Guests experience a unique Tokyo-style flour-based dish cooked on a hot plate.
Monjayaki is especially fun for groups because everyone can gather around and cook together.

Combine Multiple Dishes

Guests can combine takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and monjayaki to create a more varied and interactive konamon experience.

Example Program: Takoyaki

In the takoyaki program, guests will learn:

  • How to make takoyaki batter
  • About common fillings and toppings
  • How to cook takoyaki using a takoyaki pan
  • How to turn and shape takoyaki
  • How to enjoy takoyaki with sauces and toppings
  • How to make a simple dessert-style arrangement using the takoyaki pan

What Guests Will Experience

  • Hands-on cooking with friendly hosts
  • Introduction to Japanese konamon food culture
  • Making batter and learning about ingredients
  • Cooking together around a pan or hot plate
  • Enjoying freshly made casual Japanese dishes
  • A lively and relaxed kitchen atmosphere
  • Q&A and conversation about Japanese everyday food culture

Why This Program Works Well for Groups

Why This Program Works Well for Groups

This program is highly interactive and easy to enjoy together.

Takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and monjayaki are casual dishes that naturally create conversation and laughter.
Guests can cook together around the pan, compare results, and enjoy the experience as a shared activity.

It is especially suitable for group tours, family groups, corporate incentive tours, educational programs, and guests looking for a fun, casual Japanese food experience.

Program Details

  • Duration: Approx. 2–3 hours
  • Location: Kitchen Bee, Asakusabashi, Tokyo
  • Group Size: 2 to 8 guests
  • Larger groups: Upon request
  • Language: English / Japanese
  • Includes: Ingredients, cooking tools, instruction, and meal tasting
  • Private program: Available upon request
  • Customization: Available depending on schedule and menu

Recommended For

  • Travel agency programs
  • Small group tours
  • Private tours
  • Family groups
  • Corporate incentive tours
  • Educational programs
  • Food-focused tours
  • Guests looking for a lively and casual Japanese cooking activity

Possible Customization

Possible Customization

Depending on your group size, schedule, season, and purpose, the program may be adjusted.

Examples:

  • Choose one dish: takoyaki, okonomiyaki, or monjayaki
  • Combine two or more konamon dishes
  • Add a dessert-style arrangement using a takoyaki pan
  • Adjust toppings or fillings
  • Include a short talk about Osaka and Tokyo flour-based food culture
  • Arrange vegetarian-friendly options upon request

Cancellation Policy

Notice PeriodCancellation Fee
7+ days beforeFree of charge
6–3 days before50% of total fee
2 days before–day of100% of total fee

Changes in guest numbers should be communicated as early as possible.