Cooking Sun Kyoto

Cooking Sun’s Kyoto studio, the original and founding location of the school first opened in April 2014, is situated in the heart of Japan’s most culturally rich city, just ten minutes on foot from the Shijo and Karasuma train stations. The studio offers a full programme of daily Japanese cooking classes in English, covering Japanese home cooking, sushi and maki preparation, ramen noodle making, bento box assembly, and intensive multi-day courses for participants who wish to gain a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of Japanese culinary techniques. All classes are taught by local Japanese instructors who combine expert culinary knowledge with an open and welcoming approach to cross-cultural exchange, ensuring that participants leave not only with practical skills but also with a genuine appreciation for the cultural significance of Japanese food. Classes are designed for all levels of experience, from complete beginners to seasoned home cooks, and the school’s multiple daily time slots accommodate travellers with varied itineraries. Cooking Sun Kyoto is consistently ranked among the top cooking experiences in Kyoto on TripAdvisor and Google, and its reputation has attracted an international community of food lovers from more than 50 countries.