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15 Best Tokyo Ramen Tours & Classes

The ramen bookings compared: tasting tours that run six mini-bowls across rival shops, dojo classes that make all three classic broths and gyoza folded on the side. Tokyo holds more ramen shops than any city on earth; these are the shortcuts in.

1.Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in Tokyo with Local Supermarket Visit

Discover Tokyo’s culinary secrets with this hands-on ramen and gyoza class, including a local market visit. Perfect for food lovers seeking authentic experiences.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Cooking authentic Japanese dishes in a real Japanese kitchen was nothing short of magical. Yuca welcomed us with such warmth and generosity, guiding us with patience and passion as we learned to prepare Ramen and Gyoza from scrRead more”

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2.Tokyo: Ramen Tasting Tour with 6 Mini Bowls of Ramen

Discover Tokyo's ramen scene on a 3-hour tasting tour visiting 3 neighborhoods, sampling 6 mini bowls and learning about ramen’s history and styles.

★ 4.9

“Bunga is an authentic ramen enthusiast. His deep knowledge of ramen’s history and regional styles—and the passion he brings to explaining them—made the experience unforgettable. I savored every bite and genuinely felt my ramen universe expand. He took me to hole-in-the-wall spots that felt like…”

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3.Tokyo: Easy Ramen Cooking Experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku

Discover how to make authentic Japanese ramen in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Kabukicho with this fun, guided cooking class. Learn, cook, and enjoy for $30.

★ 4.6

“This class was so fun. I really enjoyed it. I learned a lot about making ten and got to meet some really cool people. Tak was our teacher and he is such a lovely person. I recommend this experience wholeheartedly.”

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5.Professional Ramen & Gyoza with Ramen Chef in a restaurant!

Discover the art of making authentic ramen and gyoza in Tokyo with this hands-on cooking class led by bilingual chefs in a stylish restaurant setting.

★ 5.0

“This course was phenomenal. The instructors were very knowledgeable and friendly. Not only did they give you the instructions on how to make the ramen, they give you the cultural background history about each step of the process, a quick lesson on etiquette, and the…”

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6.Shibuya (Tokyo) Ramen Dojo Tokyo: Make All 3 Ramen

Join a small-group ramen workshop near Shibuya to craft and taste three different styles — tonkotsu, shoyu, and miso — in a fun, hands-on experience.

★ 5.0

“On site we were shown 3 different broths in which the pasta was later eaten. The ingredients for the pasta were already prepared. The kneading and pushing through the pasta machine of the dough was done by each one himself with instruRead moreAuto-translated”

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8.Ramen Tasting – Mini Bowl Ramen Tour

Discover Tokyo's best ramen with this guided tasting tour. Sample six mini-bowls across three acclaimed shops, learn about ramen's rich history, and explore vibrant neighborhoods.

★ 5.0

“Sahori was amazing! Very friendly, very knowledgeable and took us to amazing places to try different ramen. I would highly recommend this tour and her as your guide.”

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9.Mt. Fuji & Hakone: Fuji Sengen Shrine, Cruise, and Ramen-Making

Discover Japan’s scenic highlights on this full-day tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone, featuring Lake Ashi cruise, ramen-making, and iconic shrines for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Fabulous tour and we were blessed to see Mt Fuji all day even though it was overcast. Lake Hakone offered many photo opportunities. The lunch was a bit cold but ready when we arrived and set out on traditional low to the floor seating. This…”

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10.Ramen Cooking Class in Tokyo with Pro Ramen Chef/Vegan possible

Learn to make authentic ramen with a professional chef in Tokyo. Small group, hands-on experience, vegan options, and insider stories included.

★ 5.0

“Nice and cozy place at authentic japanese home. The course is detailed and full of useful tips. The result ramen and gyozas were absolutely delicious.”

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11.Ramen Making from Scratch +Akihabara Tour Tokyo Cooking Class

Join this 3.5-hour Tokyo ramen-making and Akihabara tour to learn authentic cooking, explore vibrant streets, and discover Japanese ingredients firsthand.

★ 5.0

“My family just had a blast with Kyoko and Hioroko for the cooking class! And we really enjoyed the tour with Bunga and Saori. My kids loved every minute of making and prepping the ramen. The tour through Akihabara and super market was Read more”

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14.Cozy Tokyo Class: Ramen, Sushi, Sake Pairing & Cultural Exchange

Experience authentic Japanese cuisine in a small-group Tokyo class, mastering ramen, sushi, and sake pairing for a memorable cultural journey.

★ 5.0

“An amazing, intimate experience! The three chefs were incredibly fun and nice and answered all of our questions. They also shared the recipes with us after so we can make it at home! Would absolutely do it again.”

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15.Tokyo: Mt Takao Tour with Ramen and Tattoo-Okay Hot Spring

Explore Mount Takao’s natural beauty with a cable car ride, a tasty ramen lunch, and a tattoo-friendly hot spring—an authentic escape from Tokyo’s city buzz.

★ 5.0

“A wonderful adventure. A well-planned, well-paced day with a great guide. Guide was knowledgeable and friendly, the activities were as described, and the transportation was easy and straightforward. 10/10 experience.”

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