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Shojin Ryori
Shojin Ryori
Zen Vegetarian Cooking Class
Zen Vegetarian Cooking Class
Shojin Ryori
Shojin Ryori
Tokyo

Zen Vegetarian Cooking Class (Shojin Cuisine)

English, Spanish, French
2 hours
Explore the Zen Buddhist art of Shojin Ryori with a hands-on cooking class in the scenic Shiba Park. Learn to create balanced vegetarian dishes under expert guidance tailored to accommodate any dietary needs.

  • Shojin Ryori cooking class in English
  • Cooking ingredients
  • Access to Grand TJT kitchen facilities
What's not included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from the venue
  • Additional meals and drinks

  • E-voucher will be sent by email; show on arrival.

  • Minimum group size is 2 participants.

  • Same pricing applies to guests aged 6 and above.

  • Follow all guide instructions during the program.

  • Accidents caused by not following instructions are not covered.

  • Duration is approximate and may vary by conditions.

  • Special requirements must be requested at booking stage.

  • Arrangements cannot be guaranteed without prior notice.

  • English is the main language of the tour.

  • French and Spanish language support available as an add-on.

Meet directly at this location to join the tour
Grand TJT (B208), Kikai Shinkō Kaikan, 3 Chome-5-8 Shibakoen, Minato City, Tokyo

  • This booking is non-refundable.

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Grand TJT (B208), Kikai Shinko Kaikan Honkan Building
105-0011 Tokyo, Minato City, Shibakoen

Meet at Orizurutei (B208), located inside the Kikai Shinko Kaikan Honkan building, just 2 minutes north of Tokyo Tower.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Shojin Ryori is a type of vegetarian cooking developed by Zen Buddhist monks in Japan. It emphasizes natural flavors and seasonal ingredients, avoiding meat and pungent flavors like garlic and onion. The cuisine follows the "Rule of Five," highlighting five colors, flavors, and cooking methods in each meal to achieve balance and harmony.

No, you don't need any prior cooking experience. The tour is designed to accommodate participants of all skill levels, and you'll be guided by a licensed instructor throughout the cooking process.

Yes, the tour can cater to various dietary restrictions such as vegan, kosher, and halal diets. Please inform us of your dietary requirements in advance when you book the tour.

You don't need to bring any materials or ingredients; everything will be provided at the Grand TJT kitchen facilities. Just come prepared to cook and learn.

The primary language of the tour is English. However, for an additional fee, you can request a guide who speaks French or Spanish. Please specify your language preference when making a booking.

You will prepare a variety of Shojin Ryori dishes, including sesame tofu, komatsuna with seaweed, vegetarian teriyaki, vegetable tempura, mixed grain rice, soup, and tofu shiratama dumplings.

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Start time
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