Tokyo Udon Making Class: Homemade Noodles & Matcha Tea Ceremony
Roll up your sleeves for a fun, hands-on Tokyo udon making class in a welcoming Japanese family home, set in the leafy Musashino suburbs near the famous Totoro forest. You will knead the dough with your own feet in the traditional way, cut your own fresh noodles, and finish with a relaxing casual matcha tea ceremony — a delicious and unforgettable taste of authentic Japanese home life.
- 150 mins
- 1–4 Participants
- Tokyo
- Beginner
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From
¥10,000
Per Person
- Full cooking class experience fee at a private Japanese home
- All fresh ingredients for handmade Musashino Udon and soup
- A casual matcha tea ceremony with traditional Japanese sweets
- Private pickup service from the station in a comfortable car
- A delicious home-cooked Udon meal to enjoy together
Experience Overview: A Tokyo Udon Making Class with Four Centuries of Tradition
First of all, step into a genuine Japanese family home for a playful, hands-on Tokyo udon making class in the green and peaceful Musashino area west of central Tokyo. In fact, wheat farming has thrived here for generations, and as a result, locals have been hand-making their signature “Musashino Udon” for roughly four centuries.
Moreover, the leafy surrounding countryside is famously believed to have inspired Hayao Miyazaki’s beloved film “My Neighbor Totoro.” Therefore, it is a charming and atmospheric place to cook.
To begin with, your class starts by mixing wheat flour and salt water into a dough, which you then knead in the most memorable way possible — by stepping on it with your feet. Meanwhile, while the dough rests, you will prepare a rich pork soup using authentic katsuobushi bonito flakes and kombu kelp dashi stock. After that, you will cut your noodles with a special udon knife. Finally, once you have savored your freshly cooked meal, you will wind down with a relaxing matcha tea ceremony and traditional sweets.
Your Tokyo Udon Making Class Highlights
What to Expect
Private Pickup at Higashimurayama Station
Your teacher meets you at the west exit by car for a smooth, stress-free arrival.
Knead the Udon Dough with Your Feet
Experience the fun, traditional foot-kneading method that gives Musashino Udon its chew.
Make Authentic Dashi Pork Soup
Prepare a rich broth from katsuobushi bonito flakes and kombu kelp while the dough rests.
Cut Your Own Fresh Noodles
Use a special udon knife to slice your rested dough into thick, springy noodles.
Finish with a Matcha Tea Ceremony
Savor your Udon meal, then relax over whisked matcha and traditional Japanese sweets.
Why Choose This Experience
Fun Traditional Foot-Kneading
A genuinely memorable, hands-on way to make noodles that delights kids and adults alike.
Four Centuries of Local Heritage
Learn Musashino Udon, a regional specialty perfected over roughly 400 years of tradition.
Two Experiences in One
Combines a full noodle-making class with a relaxing casual matcha tea ceremony.
Wonderfully Family Friendly
Welcomes children age 6 and up, making it a perfect shared activity for families.
Convenient Private Car Pickup
Skip the tricky local walk with a comfortable ride straight from the station to the door.
Important Details for Your Tokyo Udon Making Class
Know Before You Go
- Age limits: Welcomes children age 6 and up; younger children must be accompanied by a booked adult
- What to bring: Just your appetite; all ingredients, aprons, and equipment are provided on-site
- Difficulty: Very easy; relaxed indoor cooking session suitable for absolute beginners
- Group sizes: Strictly limited to 4 participants due to car pickup and home space
- Dress code: Please note that you will need to take off your shoes at the experience location
- Allergy note: This class uses wheat flour, bonito, and kelp; please advise of any allergies in advance
Cancellation Policy
- Standard cancellation: 100% refund if cancelled 7 days or more before the event
- Late cancellation: 80% refund if cancelled 2 to 7 days before; 50% refund if cancelled within 2 days
- Same-day cancellation: We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if cancelled 23 hours or less before
- Weather-related cancellations: full refund
- Worry-free booking: Fully backed by Honey J Travel's licensed Class 1 operator guarantee
Meeting Point
Higashimurayama Station, West Exit Roundabout
(Private pickup in a white Audi car)
〒189-0014 Tokyo, Higashimurayama, Honcho 2-chome, Japan
Special Mention: Your local teacher will pick you up directly at the west exit roundabout of Higashimurayama Station in a recognizable white Audi car. The station is served by the Seibu Shinjuku Line — please use an Express or semi-express train bound for Honkawagoe or Shintokorozawa. For accurate train timetables, line transfers, and route planning from central Tokyo, please refer to the official Seibu Railway Route Guide to plan your arrival smoothly.
