Japanese Cooking Class

Learn how to cook some of the favorites from Japanese cuisine in this cooking class in NYC!



3 hours Location Greenwich Village Class size 1 to 12 (public classes), 8 to 16   $135 - $145 ($145 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $135/guest for 10+ guests)
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Japanese Cooking Experience Gifts
Create an authentic Japanese meal with a lesson in the art of bento boxes.
Discover the magic behind Japanese cuisine in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Ivan and leave with the confidence to recreate it at home. Japanese cuisine often feels like something reserved for masters: precise, technical, almost untouchable. This class flips that idea on its head.
Breaking down the essentials into simple, approachable techniques, you'll fill and fold gyoza dumplings, roll maki and shape nigiri with the fresh catch of the day and build a rich, warming bowl of miso ramen from scratch. Chef Ivan will also walk you through the secrets of light, crispy vegetable tempura and finish things off with a silky matcha panna cotta. By the end, what once felt complex will feel natural, intuitive and entirely within reach.
Menu
Gyoza - Traditional Japanese pan-seared pork and cabbage dumplings
Sushi Rolls and Nigiri - Catch of the day - With fresh market seafood
Miso Ramen
Vegetable Tempura
Matcha Panna Cotta
Sake is on the house!
Our Flexible Booking Policy:
  • Feel free to reschedule or cancel for a full refund up to 48 hours before your class begins.
  • Between 48 to 24 hours prior, we’re happy to help you reschedule.
  • Please note, within 24 hours of the class, we won’t be able to offer rescheduling or refunds.
  • We kindly ask that you arrive on time; unfortunately, we can’t accommodate arrivals more than 20 minutes late as it disrupts the class flow.
  • Classes require a minimum of 4 people to run. In the case that the minimum is not reached, we'll send you an email/SMS to notify you. You'll have the option for a refund or to reschedule.

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Times are New York time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 6:52pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

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What you'll get
A Japanese dinner.
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Knowledge required
Perfect for beginners!
Suitable for

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

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mom, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Red Inside Culinary Studio - 109 MacDougal Street, Suite 2, Manhattan

This venue is within walking distance of W 4 St-Wash Sq, Houston St, Christopher St-Sheridan Sq, Spring St and Bleecker St stations

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Recent reviews of Japanese Cooking Class

  • 5/5 from Pauline Miller Halim, attended Jul 2026: The class was wonderful! Dona was knowledgeable, positive, clear and fun. The Japanese foods we prepared were varied and delicious. I felt they were not too difficult for me to repeat at home; particularly the sushi roll. Using our gift card was very easy!
  • 5/5 from Peter Novak, attended Mar 2026: Ivan was wonderful, great teacher, excellent food and time. Thank you!
  • 2/5 from Simon Furber, attended Feb 2026: Generally had good experiences with previous Red Inside classes, however I had emailed in advance to state that we had a Vegan and Pregnant guest and we came to the conclusion Rising Sun would be a good class to provide substitutes. Unfortunately the instructor did not read there was a Vegan so made no preparations for this. No substitutes were provided for the pregnant lady as well which meant neither could eat the main sushi dishes. Similarly the Vegan would have gone without the Pork Gyoza if i hadn't suggested making a tofu equivalent (which took ingredients from the other dishes). Prior to leaving the review i did reach out to explain the situation, however it was just put down to speaking to the instructor. I feel like this warranted partial compensation given we spent >$500 and 2 of our members missed out on quite a bit of the food and alcohol.
  • 5/5 from Lauren Fertig, attended Dec 2025: Our instructor was knowledgeable and friendly. She was a great teacher and really allowed us to learn some skills that I will use in the future. The food was great. The company lovely. And overall a terrific way to spend an evening.
  • 5/5 from Frank Sampson, attended Dec 2025: Absolutely amazing
  • 5/5 from Rachel Sterling, attended Dec 2025: We signed up for this Bento Box cooking class as a work team activity. The class was a god balance of explanation, hands on cooking and socializing. The food was delicious, plenty for dinner and the instructors were friendly and knowledgeable.
  • 5/5 from Aaron Sheng, attended Dec 2025: It was an enjoyable experience! The teacher was very enthusiastic with helping us get started for each part of the dish. There were young children there and she made it a very exciting experience for them as well! The hands on experience and actually making and eating it was wonderful.
  • 5/5 from Alice Balashova, attended Oct 2025: Super fun and I learned a lot from the background of the food to proper cutting techniques. Hope to come back soon!
  • 5/5 from Casey Stern, attended Mar 2025: Wonderful experience. Fun for beginners and advanced home cooks alike. Ivan was our teacher and he was funny and engaging.
  • 5/5 from Lexi Carlson, attended Feb 2025: The class was intimate and exciting. The chef was a great teacher and good conversations were had after we completed our cooking.
  • 5/5 from Artee Sehgal, attended Feb 2025: This was just the perfect setting and most delicious food! So well done! So easy to connect with others in the class as well. It was a perfect Sunday Funday that sent us into a food coma!
  • 5/5 from Jessi Maduro, attended Feb 2025: The teachers were so fun and my wife and I had such a good time. We learned so much and the food we made was delicious! Highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Michelle Pulido, attended Jan 2025: Francisco was amazing. The class was excellent. We highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Dionne Griffin, attended Aug 2024: Really enjoyed the class. Enjoyed Chef Donna, she was great and engaging. My favorite 2 items were the cabbage pancake and the Ube ice cream. Definitely recommend and will be back for another cooking class.
  • 5/5 from Catalina Quintero, attended Aug 2024: I booked this class for my husband’s birthday as a surprise. It was wonderful! We loved Dona, our instructor, who was so funny and a really good teacher. The food was delicious. Will definitely book other classes again.
  • 5/5 from Jaehee Chung, attended Jul 2024: Donna was fantastic and informative. The whole time was fun, and everything tasted amazing! The place was really pretty inside and very clean, which I appreciated. Definitely want to come back for other cuisine cooking classes.
  • 5/5 from Rachel Magee, attended Mar 2024: One of the best cooking classes I’ve been too. The instructor was hilarious and super informative
  • 5/5 from Alice Lonardi, attended Dec 2023: Great experience! The teacher was clear and fun, the location super nice, what we prepared delicious!
  • 5/5 from Judi Workman, attended Jun 2023: Very personable and warm instructor who had exceptional experience and knowledge. We all felt very welcome.
  • 5/5 from Chris Delvalle, attended Jun 2023: Dona was amazing! She Really makes you feel comfortable and engages you with any questions you have, And the food is delicious. If you want to learn how to cook the food you like to eat at a restaurant, then I highly recommend coming to see her.
  • 5/5 from Anna Jespersen, attended May 2023: Our teacher was absolutely lovely, super cute location, really great class, she had a lot of super useful little tips that we’ll take home with us. Delicious and fresh ingredients, I am surprised at how much we made in the time that was available. Would definitely recommend it to anyone who’s a beginner in Japanese cooking.
  • 5/5 from Nick Poyser, attended Apr 2023: The instructor was very knowledgeable and friendly. She taught the contents of the class very well and made the environment very fun and engaging. Materials were provided and helpful and this was an overall wonderful experience. I look forward to being able to take another class, hopefully with the same instructor.
  • 4/5 from Alexander, attended Mar 2023: Good class that felt a little rushed. Some items were missing (wasabi) but very informative and chill.
  • 4/5 from Alexandra Rezell, attended Mar 2023: The class was fun. I loved the atmosphere. The teacher had forgotten wasabi for the sushi which kind of sucked. Overall the class was great.
  • 3/5 from Grace Schwiederek, attended Dec 2022: This class was okay. The teacher was very straight to the point. I think that it could’ve used a more personal touch. The teaching style was just a touch aggressive to me.
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Red Inside Culinary
Red Inside Culinary

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Red Inside Culinary is a vibrant cooking studio nestled in the heart of Greenwich Village, New York City, with a simple and beautiful mission: to inspire everyone to cook! Whether someone is just finding their footing in the kitchen or is a seasoned food lover looking to sharpen their skills, Red Inside welcomes all with open arms — and open ovens. Their hands-on classes take place in a warm, state-of-the-art kitchen studio where learning feels less like a lesson and more like a celebration, guided by a passionate team of chefs including Stefano Biaggioni, Ivan Beacco, and Madona Giorgadze.
Beyond their beloved cooking classes, Red Inside Culinary offers an exciting range of experiences — from intimate private dining events for up to 16 guests to spirited Iron Chef-style competitions that turn any birthday or team outing into an unforgettable adventure. They bring the same joy, creativity, and warmth to every experience they host, making their little studio on MacDougal Street a true getaway for anyone who loves good food and great company!

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