Meet host: Kazuki, japanese culture instructor
I’ve shared Japanese culture with over 300 guests through sushi, tea ceremony, and calligraphy.
I love cooking, exploring towns and nature, and discovering art in everyday life.
Let’s communicate, have fun, and uncover the fascinating charms of Japan together.
Booking & Access Information
Class detail
This special workshop takes you directly to the source of Osaka’s food: the Kizu Fish Market. It’s designed for anyone who loves cooking and wants to bring home a memorable skill, no professional experience required! You’ll work in a comfortable, non-intimidating kitchen alongside our welcoming instructor.
This exclusive, twice-monthly workshop takes you directly to the source of Osaka’s cuisine: the historic Kizu Fish Market. Designed for food lovers of all skill levels, you’ll leave with a memorable, hands-on skill you can replicate at home. Join our welcoming instructor in a comfortable, non-intimidating kitchen for an immersive culinary adventure.
1. Market Immersion & Ingredient Sourcing (Approx. 1.5 – 2 hours)
- The Auction Buzz & Bidder Experience: Get up early to participate in the exciting live fish auction, competing to secure the freshest catch. Feel the electric energy of the market as top chefs buy their daily stock.
- Market Crawl & Personal Shopper: Your guide will then lead you through the bustling stalls to select the best supporting ingredients. It’s like having a local expert source everything perfectly for your class.
- Seamless Transfer: We use a private car to move quickly and comfortably from the market to our kitchen, ensuring your auction-won seafood remains perfectly chilled.
2. The Practical Cooking Session (Approx. 3 hours)
Our focus is on fun, easy-to-follow steps for handling quality seafood and mastering beautiful Japanese presentation. You will prepare and then enjoy a full 5-course meal that balances authenticity and technique.
| What You Will Make (5 Dishes) | What You Will Learn (Key Skills) |
| Main Catch: Sashimi Platter or Simple Nigiri Sushi | Filleting Technique and Japanese Knife Skills |
| Heated Dish: Seafood Tempura or Simmered Fish | Controlled Deep Frying or Gentle Simmering |
| Foundation: Clear Fish Stock Soup (Osuimono) | Dashi Preparation (The Soul of Japanese Flavor) |
| Side Dish: Atsuyaki Tamago (Layered Omelet) | Delicate Heat Control and Layering Technique |
| Fresh Course: Seafood Salad with Vinaigrette | Vinaigrette Mixing and Colorful Plating |
| ITEM | DETAIL |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5 Hours |
| Price Per Person | ¥25,000 (Tax Included) |
| Capacity | Max. 4 People |
| Booking Deadline | 1 day prior to the experience start time. |
Cancellation policy
-Cancellations made more than 24 hours (1 full day) before the scheduled start time will receive a 100% full refund.
-No refunds will be issued for cancellations or no-shows made within 24 hours of the experience.
Features
・Tour guide [English]
・Live auction participation
・Market Crawl
・Car transfer from market to kitchen
・Family-Friendly
Timeline
Meet & Auction Briefing [15min]
Welcome at Kizu Market Entrance; get briefed on live auction rules and strategy.
Live Auction & Market Hunt
Actively bid in the fish auction for your main ingredients, assisted by your guide.
Market to Kitchen Transfer
Private car transfer from market to kitchen, keeping your fresh catch chilled.
5-Course Cooking Session
Hands-on cooking class: prepare your auction-won seafood into a full Japanese meal.
Dine & Depart
Enjoy your homemade 5-course feast, then receive recipes and wrap up.
Kizu Market Access
Osaka Kizu Wholesale Market 2 Chome-2-8 Shikitsuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0012
Access Kizu Market via Daikokucho Station (Midosuji/Yotsubashi Lines), then meet your guide at the main market entrance.
Kitchen Location
Kizu Fish Market: Beyond the Ordinary
Kizu Fish Market is a historic pillar of Osaka’s culinary scene, boasting a history of over 300 years. Unlike more tourist-focused markets, Kizu has maintained a stronger local, working-market atmosphere, earning its nickname as one of “Naniwa’s Kitchens.” It’s one of the largest privately-owned local wholesale markets in Japan, making it a truly unique place to learn about the city’s food culture.
Check Link for More: For general information on Osaka’s Kizu Market and hours, you may refer to travel information sites like OSAKA-INFO or other travel/booking platforms.
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