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[Notice from Ajiwaikan] October cooking class information

We are pleased to announce the October 2022 cooking class scheduled to be held at the Ajiawaikan, a museum of Kyoto's food culture, a 2-minute walk from JR Tambaguchi Station.
This year, both introductory and intermediate fish handling classes will be offered.

There is also a full lineup of other classes, from beauty classes to online classes. The summer heat is still lingering, but let's blow off the summer fatigue through "cooking.

1.What is Kyoto Food Culture Museum Ajiwaikan?

This museum was established in the Kyoto City Central Market, a treasure trove of food ingredients, in order to let people experience the splendor of traditional and creative Kyoto food culture and to revitalize the market and the region.

2.How to handle fish class - introduction + simple fish dishes / Tuesday, October 4

A fish handling class was held by the Kyoto Fisheries Commercial Cooperative Association. It is a hands-on class where participants are handed a fish and have them cut it according to the instructions of the instructor.
The fishmonger in town will teach you how to cut fish into three pieces, and you will cook the fish yourself. This class is for those who have bought fish but don't know how to cook it well. I bought some fish, but I don't know how to cook it well," or "I've never handled fish before..." This class is designed for those who have never handled fish before.
Master the basics of Sanmai-oroshi, expand your repertoire of fish dishes, and incorporate it into your daily diet.

How to handle fish class - introduction + simple fish dishes

  • Date/Time: Tuesday, October 4, 2022, 19:00 - 20:30 to be completed
    Lecturer/Kyoto Fisheries Commercial Cooperative Association
    Menu/undecided
    *It is undecided because the arrival status will not be known until the day of the event. Please note.
    Participation fee / 2500 yen
    *Since the class is held at Ajiwaikan, ingredients will not be sent in advance. Please note.
  • https://ajiwaikan.stores.jp/items/63080ab75b9b756db6bb1a81

3.Kyoto Cooking Class to learn from the next generation of Kyoto chefs / Thursday, October 6

The instructors for this series, "Kyoto Ryori Meisho-kai" is a group of young chefs from Kyoto's long-established restaurants. This is a unique opportunity to learn the art of Kyoto cuisine from the young chefs who will lead the next generation.

If you can do this, you can cook well! ~Basic techniques taught by a professional.

  • Date/Time: Thursday, October 6, 2022, 14:30 - 16:30 to be completed
    Lecturer: Mr. Kazutomo Kimura, Kyoto Culinary Meibun
    Menu/Menus of all kinds of sea bream Tai-meshi (rice with sea bream bones) Sea bream rice (with sea bream bones) Sea bream with meat Sea bream soup (using the meat)
    Participation fee/1 pair 3000 yen
  • https://ajiwaikan.stores.jp/items/63080bab5b9b756db6bb1aa5

4.Taught by an advanced professional vegetable sommelier! Easy Cooking for Beauty / Tuesday, October 11

A beauty class where you can eat and become beautiful from the inside by Mr. Akiyasu Nishimura, a senior professional vegetable sommelier and cook. A total of 12 episodes in the series will be held once a month with a theme.

The theme for October is "Anti-Aging". The lecture will cover effective, inexpensive, tasty, and simple menus. The teacher has a wealth of knowledge about cooking and vegetables, so it is perfect for beginner cooks. The class starts at 7:00 p.m., so it is recommended for those who are on their way home from work. A souvenir of the vegetables used in the class (1~2 kinds) is included.
(Bone and nail strengthening in November / Mental improvement in December / Warming up in January 2023 / Substitutional improvement in February / Detox scheduled for March)

[A professional vegetable sommelier teaches you how to cook for beautiful skin! Easy Cooking for Beauty

  • Date/Time: Tuesday, October 11, 2022, 19:00 - 20:30 to be completed
    Lecturer/Vegetable sommelier senior professional chef Akiyasu Nishimura
    Menu: *Tianjin rice with shrimp and vegetables *Carpaccio of bonito *Potato and scallion soup *Almond milk and berry smoothie
    Participation fee / 3000 yen
    *Comes with a souvenir of vegetables (1-2 types) used in the classroom
    *The theme is "beauty", but the final purpose of the class is "dietary habits for building a healthy body". You can participate regardless of age or gender
    *Since the class is held at Ajiwaikan, ingredients will not be sent in advance. Please note
  • https://ajiwaikan.stores.jp/items/63080cf0e502b12f67aa5d7e

5.How to handle fish - Intermediate level - / October 16 (Sun.)

A fish handling class was held by the Kyoto Fisheries Commercial Cooperative Association. It is a hands-on class where participants are handed a fish and have them cut it according to the instructions of the instructor.
The fish can be taken home and used for cooking, grilling, or other purposes. Even if it has been a long time since you have handled fish, you are welcome to participate, and there will be time to review how to fillet a fish.
This is a very popular class where you will receive careful instruction. 1 instructor is assigned per 3 or 4 students, so you don't have to worry even if it's your first try.

How to handle fish - Intermediate level

  • Date/Time: Sunday, October 16, 2022, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (scheduled to end at 12:00 p.m.)
    Lecturer/Kyoto Fisheries Commercial Cooperative Association
    Menu/undecided
    *It is undecided because the arrival status will not be known until the day of the event. Please note.
    Participation fee / 3000 yen
    *Since the class is held at Ajiwaikan, ingredients will not be sent in advance. Please note.
  • https://ajiwaikan.stores.jp/items/63080da8e502b12f67aa5da2

6.[Online] Making with the Pros! Make-and-Prepare Side Dishes/Thursday, October 27

We have prepared a support system that includes confirmation of receipt before taking the course so that even those who are uneasy about taking the course for the first time can take it with peace of mind.
The lecturers of this series, “Kyoto Ryori Meisei”, are young chefs from long-established restaurants in Kyoto. Don't miss this rare opportunity to learn the techniques of Kyoto cuisine from young chefs who will lead the next generation.

[Online] Making with the Pros! Ready-made side dishes

7.Kyoto cooking class at home / Friday, October 28

Yoshiko Matsunaga, the owner of the cooking class [Matsunaga Cooking Class] in Shimogamo, Kyoto, will hold a class to make Kyoto cuisine at home. A chance to get to know the taste of Kyoto's home, perfect for a little hospitality.

Kyoto cooking class at home

  • Date/Time: Friday, October 28, 2022, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (scheduled to end at 3:00 p.m.)
    Lecturer/Matsunaga cooking class Ms. Yoshiko Matsunaga
    Menu/*Mered salmon with grated radish Rice cooked with chestnuts *Kuri kakaya (rice cake with chestnuts) Chestnut rice cake
    Participation fee / 3000 yen
  • https://ajiwaikan.stores.jp/items/630823c0b488720be6036cef

8.Click here to register for the cooking class

Registration Period / Monday, September 5, 2022 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. one week prior to the date of each class.
Application/online payment serviceSTORES” to apply (payment)
Payment method: Credit card payment, PayPal, convenience store payment, bank transfer, carrier payment, Rakuten Pay
*For other details, please see each STORES page

Kyoto Food Culture Museum / Ajiwaikan

  • Today's Economy Museum Ajiwaikan
  • Kyoto Prefecture Kyoto City Shimogyo Ward Chudoji Minamicho 130 Kyoto Fruits and Vegetables Center Building 3F
  • 5 minute walk from JR Tambaguchi Station
  • Tel.075-321-8680
  • https://www.kyo-ajiwaikan.com/
*Please note that the information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
*Since this site uses automatic translation, the translation may differ from the original Japanese content.

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