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Private Sapporo Market Tour & Hokkaido Cooking Class with Kanae

4.9(36)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 36 reviews4 hFree cancellationBy Traveling Spoon
Enjoy a Japanese cooking lesson

About this activity

Explore Sapporo like a local as visit a neighborhood market to discover fresh, seasonal Hokkaido ingredients. Then head to your host's welcoming home to prepare authentic regional dishes together before enjoying the homemade meal you've helped prepare. This private experience offers a unique glimpse into everyday life, food, and culture in Hokkaido.

- Learn authentic Hokkaido home cooking

- Visit local seafood and produce markets

- Cook in a welcoming Japanese family home

- Flexible seasonal menus

- Private experience with personalized instruction

- Ideal for families, couples and food lovers

What's included

  • ✓1-2 glasses of local alcohol
  • ✓Pick up from Maruyama-koen station
  • ✓Private market tour and cooking class with your host Kanae

Not included

  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

  • Meet your host Kanae in front of a convenience store called LAWSON. After you get off the train at Maruyama-koen station on the Tozai subway line, take Exit #4, go upstairs and meet your host at the store on your left.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Kanae’s car can accommodate up to 5 people total, including the driver (maximum 4 guests). If your group has 5 or more people, you will need to take a taxi and follow Kanae’s car from the meeting point at the station to her home.
  • anae is also happy to offer vegetarian and vegan dishes upon request. Please let her know when you book so she can prepare accordingly.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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