Japanese Cooking Class: Gyudon and Bento Box Making

Learn to cook Gyudon, Chawanmushi & create a beautiful Japanese bento box with authentic flavours



1.5 hours Location Archway Class size 1 to 15 (public classes), 2 to 20   £82 - £92 (£82 for Public; £92 for Select-Time or Weekends)
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Welcome and Prep Ingredients

Welcome and Prep Ingredients

Settle into our welcoming kitchen and prep your ingredients. Learn essential Chinese knife skills -- also useful for Japanese cooking.


Cook Gyudon

Cook Gyudon

Learn to cook the classic gyudon dish, with help from expert tutors if you need it.


Cook the Chawanmushi

Cook the Chawanmushi

Learn to cook the classic Japanese egg dish, learning all the best tips and tricks as you go.


Taste the Success

Taste the Success

Sit back, relax, and enjoy your delicious dishes. Any leftovers to be taken home!


Add-on Omurice

Add-on Omurice

Learn to make omurice to serve with your dishes.


Add-on Yakitori

Add-on Yakitori

Learn to make Japanese style chicken sticks to serve with your dishes.


Add-on Recipe Collection Booklet

Add-on Recipe Collection Booklet

This is your journey of cooking adventure.
You can get beautifully designed and printed recipe from each class once you bought the booklet (Two colours to choose).
You also will get Polaroid-style photo sticker from your class, showing your highlight in the class you attended.
Your chef tutor also will give you a stamp. It is your certificate of success.


Looking for a fun and unique Japanese cooking experience in London?
In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to cook Gyudon (Japanese beef rice bowl) and create your own beautiful bento box — combining delicious flavours with artistic presentation.
Perfect for food lovers, gift experiences, or anyone wanting to upgrade their home cooking, this class blends practical skills with Japanese food culture.
You’ll start with a short introduction to bento traditions and modern Japanese food trends, before moving into a fully interactive cooking session.
Classes are held in a spacious, air-conditioned studio with small group sizes, so you’ll receive plenty of personal guidance. Weekday sessions are often quieter and may even become private classes.
What You’ll Learn
In this hands-on experience, you will:
  • Cook Gyudon using a rich, savoury Japanese sauce
  • Make Chawanmushi (delicate steamed egg custard)
  • Prepare a Japanese-style salad with signature flavours
  • Learn to make Dashi and understand the secret of umami
  • Practise essential knife skills and ingredient preparation
  • Assemble your own beautiful bento box
You’ll also gain:
  • A deeper understanding of Japanese food culture
  • Insights into Izakaya and Kaiseki-style dining
  • Skills to recreate balanced, everyday Japanese meals at home
By the end, you’ll enjoy your handmade meal or take it home to impress friends and family.
Why Guests Love This Class
  • Create your own Instagram-worthy bento box
  • Learn multiple authentic Japanese dishes in one class
  • Discover the secret of umami and dashi
  • Beginner-friendly and fully guided
  • Ideal for gifts, dates, and group experiences
This is more than a cooking class — it’s a complete Japanese food experience.
Dietary Options
We aim to accommodate different dietary needs where possible.
  • Beef is used in traditional Gyudon
  • Vegetarian alternatives may be available upon request
  • Egg-free option: tofu miso soup instead of chawanmushi
Please inform your teacher when booking.
Optional Add-On Experiences
Enhance your experience with optional add-ons during the same session:
  • Drinks pairing – cocktails, bubble tea, or traditional teas
  • Additional Japanese dishes to expand your skills
  • Pickled ginger (Gari) – make and take home your own jar
  • Knife sharpening session (bring a knife safely)
  • Apron with logo to wear at home cooking in the future
  • Recipe Collection Booklet to collect beautifully designed and printed recipes
Add-ons are delivered within the same class, saving time and creating a richer experience.
They typically add 30–60 minutes.
Allergy & Dietary Information
Please inform your teacher of any allergies when booking.
Key ingredients include:
  • Soy (essential in many dishes)
  • Gluten (in soy sauce, can be adjusted)
  • Egg (chawanmushi)
  • Seafood (in dashi, can be adapted)
  • Sesame (optional garnish)
We will do our best to accommodate dietary requirements.
Come along and enjoy a welcoming, hands-on cooking environment, where you’ll learn authentic Japanese recipes and presentation techniques.
You’ll leave with new skills, cultural insight, and a beautifully crafted bento box.
Important Booking Information
  • Price is per person. Each attendee must hold a valid ticket.
  • This is an adult-only class (18+). Don't worry, we have a family class for you and your children. Please visit this link, https://classbento.co.uk/w/68ge
  • Outside food and drinks are not permitted.
  • Class duration is an estimate and may vary depending on group size.
No Refund Policy
All bookings are non-refundable. You may transfer your ticket to another adult (18+) if you cannot attend. Please notify us in advance.
Rescheduling
£50 fee per person, requested at least 7 days before your class.
Arrival & Punctuality
Classes begin promptly. A 15-minute grace period is allowed. Late arrivals may forfeit their booking.
Health & Safety Policy
  • For the safety of all guests and in line with UK food hygiene guidance, anyone experiencing vomiting, diarrhoea, or similar symptoms must be symptom-free for at least 48 hours before attending the class
  • Guests may be asked to confirm this upon arrival
  • We reserve the right to refuse entry if this requirement is not met
We appreciate your understanding as our small-group classes require preparation and precise timing.

Upcoming dates for Japanese Cooking Class: Gyudon and Bento Box Making

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 22 Oct 2026, 3:22pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

423 upcoming dates between 24 Oct 2026 and 30 Dec 2027.

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What you'll get
  • All the food they made.
  • Complimentary tea throughout the entire class.
  • Opportunity to purchase limited ingredients and souvenirs.
Knowledge required
  • Beginners are welcome.
  • Individuals under 18 cannot attend the class at all. We will ask for valid IDs if you appear very young. Your class will be cancelled without a refund if you fail to provide proof. This is for your safety and is required by our insurance policy. If we do not adhere to this policy, we will not be allowed to continue offering this class. Thank you for your understanding.
What to bring
  • Containers if you want to use your own. You can buy from us if you forgot yours.
  • Thermal bag will be useful in hot summer. You can buy from us too.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Private Class (£10)
  • Have one cup of Bubble Cocktail/ Mocktail (£10)
  • Sparkling Wine (£35)
  • Add Crispy Chilli Sauce (£15)
  • Recipe Collection Booklet (£15)
  • Apron (£15)
  • Add Omurice Mini Class (£15)
  • Add Tempura Making (£25)
  • Add Fried Chicken Wings Class (£35)
  • Top 10 Class Recipe Book (£50)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.


FAQ

Can you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes, we can cater for gluten free, dairy free and halal. Let us know your requirements before or after booking. If you have a food allergy or need a strictly gluten-free meal for coeliac disease, please message us before booking.
Location

Oriental Food - Tufnell Park, N19 5LB, England

This venue is within walking distance of Tufnell Park and Archway tube stations. Street parking is limited and expensive..

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Recent reviews of Japanese Cooking Class: Gyudon and Bento Box Making

  • 5/5 from Tsuf Eden, attended Dec 2025: The class was so fun and we learned some new tricks to tey when we cook at home. Thanks Simon & Hannah!
  • 5/5 from Alex Massek, attended May 2024: Great experience! Food was amazing. We will definitely come back again soon for more classes!
Your teacher

Simon and Hanna's Foodie Kitchen
Simon and Hanna's Foodie Kitchen

5.0 (1,136)
female Women-owned

At Hanna and Simon's Foodie Kitchen, we believe cooking is more than following recipes — it is a craft, a culture, and a shared experience.
Founded in London with a passion for precision and authenticity, we specialise in immersive Asian culinary workshops that combine traditional knowledge with hands-on learning.
From sushi masterclasses to Chinese tea ceremonies and artisan dessert experiences, every class is designed to give you more than just a finished dish. We teach you the “why” behind the technique — so you leave with confidence, not just instructions.
Precision.
Our sushi classes focus on technique, structure and presentation.
We guide you to create beautifully shaped rolls with professional standards — even as a beginner.
Culture.
Our tea and Matcha workshops explore centuries of history and philosophy, helping you understand the story behind what you taste.
Creativity.
Our dessert workshops celebrate colour, texture and joy — turning simple ingredients into stunning, handcrafted treats.
We keep our classes small to ensure personal guidance and a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re joining for a date night, birthday, team event or simply to learn something new, you’ll be welcomed into a calm and thoughtfully designed space.
Many of our weekday sessions feel almost like private classes — giving you time to ask questions and refine your skills.
Our Philosophy
Craft. Culture. Confidence.
We believe learning should feel rewarding, not rushed.
Beautiful, not complicated.
Professional, yet welcoming.
When you leave our studio, we want you to feel proud of what you’ve created — and confident enough to recreate it at home.
We look forward to welcoming you to Hanna and Simon's Foodie Kitchen.

Simon and Hanna's Foodie Kitchen is also a ClassBento award winner:
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