Shake hands with a British master in an old private house in Nara.2000-year history, 3 types of rice balls, and local food experience

Would you like to explore the 2000-year history of the MSc in Tourism and Onigiri in an old house in Nara that is over 70 years old?Learn about onigiri rice balls from original materials and make three types of onigiri to become an "onigiri master"!You can also enjoy local dishes such as miso soup and side dishes in a set with rice balls. Beyond just a cooking class, we welcome you as a friend to a "real Japanese experience" that satisfies your intellectual curiosity and your appetite!

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This experience is hosted in English.

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, from 1 review

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, March 2026

It felt just like visiting a friend's house! I absolutely love Nara—it's quiet and relaxing, and I always recommend it to my friends. This time, I wanted a deeper experience, so I decided to give it a try. Learning about the history of onigiri and how to make them was a new discovery. I made three handmade rice balls with my favorite fillings, then enjoyed them with homemade dishes alongside the hosts. It felt like visiting a friend's house to experience Japanese culture. In the quiet land of Nara, it was a time spent with friends, talking about Japan, our own countries, and cultures through this shared experience. After refreshing ourselves walking through Nara Park, chatting while eating a healthy meal left me feeling rested in both mind and body.

仁美

Saitama, Japan

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Where we’ll meet

630-8114, Nara, Nara, Japan

About me

I am an entrepreneur with a Master of Science (MSc) in Tourism from the University of Glasgow in the UK and a seasoned traveler who has visited more than 20 countries around the world. My specialty is translating Japanese "everyday life" from my own perspective.I will now provide you with the "real life of the country" that I have sought while traveling. From choosing alcohol and snacks at convenience stores to finding your preferred sake, we will use original illustrations and matrices to explain the ins and outs of Japanese drinking and share tips to become a "Japan expert." We share not only textbook history, but also modern, realistic lifestyle habits with plenty of logic and humor.As a friend, I will show you the deep Japan!

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