15 Best Ramen Making Classes in Kyoto

Kyoto takes its ramen seriously, from thick chicken kotteri broth to the dark soy bowls served near the station, and a class here shows you where the flavour comes from. A couple go as far as rolling and cutting the noodles by hand.

2.Kyoto: Ramen Cooking Class at a Ramen Factory with Souvenir

Discover the art of making authentic Kyoto ramen with this hands-on cooking class. Learn from expert guides, create your own bowl, and take home a souvenir.

★ 4.9

“This was an amazing experience! Sakura was great; she kept everything fun and upbeat. The ramen making class itself was entertaining, enjoyable and not overly complicated. The ramen was delicious - still can’t believe I made it! Highly recommend!”

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3.Kyoto: Ramen, Gyoza, and Onigiri Cooking Class

Discover Kyoto's culinary secrets with this authentic ramen, gyoza, and onigiri cooking class. Learn new skills and enjoy delicious Japanese dishes.

★ 5.0

“So enjoyed our lesson with Nori and Aoi (me and my 10 year old). They taught us the origin of each dish, gave us an understanding of the cooking techniques to ensure each dishes’ flavours develop correctly and made the experience fun. We also got…”

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5.Kyoto Ramen Noodle Making

Make ramen noodles from scratch in Kyoto, then enjoy a chef-prepared bowl. Compare noodle, bowl-painting, spoon-painting, and broth-making classes.

★ 4.9

“It was a very interesting experience. The owner was great at explaining things, and we even got hands-on experience making ramen with the machine. I highly recommend it to anyone who's interested.”

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6.Kyoto Michelin Ramen Noodle Making Class

Experience authentic Kyoto ramen by making it yourself in a Michelin-rated class, suitable for families and food lovers alike. Learn and enjoy in just one hour.

★ 4.9

“The instructor or chief noodle maker was very friendly, spoke good English and it was fun with our boys. Good to make ramen from scratch!”

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8.Kyoto: Ramen Bowl Painting and Michelin Cooking Class

Discover Kyoto's unique ramen experience with a hands-on cooking class, bowl painting, and tasting Michelin-recognized ramen—an authentic, family-friendly adventure.

“Amir, Miki, and Mickey were AMAZING, AMAZING, AMAZING!! From start to finish the class was well organized and perfectly paced. The ramen was phenomenal and the information provided on the ingredients to the preparation were excellent! It truly felt like we were visiting old friends…”

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9.Kyoto Ramen Noodle Making Class

Discover the art of handcrafting fresh ramen noodles in the historic Gion district of Kyoto, where an unforgettable culinary adventure awaits.

★ 5.0

“This class was super fun and the ramen we ate after was some of the best I’ve ever had! The instructors were cool and work at the restaurant. Learned a lot!”

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12.Ramen Gyoza Onigiri Japanese Cooking Class in Kyoto

Gain an insider's glimpse into the time-honored culinary traditions of Japan through the Ramen Gyoza Onigiri Japanese Cooking Class in Kyoto, where expert instruction and hands-on learning await.

★ 5.0

“Nori and his team put on a great class! Lots of fun, easy to follow, and delicious results. You'll be glad you did this.”

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13.Kyoto Ramen Spoon Painting & Michelin Cooking Class

Discover Kyoto’s culinary and craft charm with this unique ramen spoon painting and Michelin-level cooking class. Hands-on, intimate, and delicious.

★ 5.0

“Very fun cooking and learning experience. We were taught, step by step, the methodology behind the ramen, it's components, and it's history. So much work goes into making ramen that we never realized. The hands on ramen makinRead more”

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14.Japanese Cooking Class in Kyoto With a Local, Midori

Step into the culinary world of Kyoto with Midori's Japanese Cooking Class to uncover a hidden secret that will leave you craving more.

“If you like Japanese food do this course! Midori San is a legend and ever so unique! She is kind, welcoming and funny. More than that, she treats you like a long lost friend the moment you walk through the door. Her class is very…”

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