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Unagi Course

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Discover the Taste of a Japanese Summer
- Authentic Unagi (Eel) Cooking Experience -

Just as cherry blossoms symbolize spring in Japan, unagi (eel) is one of the most iconic symbols of the Japanese summer.
What many international visitors do not know is that Japanese people enjoy unagi not only in summer, but throughout the entire year. It is one of Japan’s most beloved traditional dishes, and famous unagi restaurants attract diners in every season.
For more than 200 years, Japan has celebrated a tradition known as Doyo no Ushi no Hi (the Day of the Ox in Summer). During the hottest period of the year, people eat unagi to maintain their strength and energy through the intense summer heat.
Yet this custom is much more than a meal.
It reflects the Japanese appreciation of nature, the changing seasons, and the deep connection between food and culture.
Learning to prepare unagi is not simply learning a recipe.
It is an opportunity to discover Japanese history, culinary traditions, and the craftsmanship that has been passed down through generations.

Private Unagi Cooking Lesson


Experience the techniques and traditions of authentic Japanese eel cuisine:
✓ Traditional methods of filleting unagi
✓ Skewering and preparation techniques
✓ Professional cooking methods
✓ Making authentic unagi sauce from scratch
✓ Understanding the cultural significance of unagi in Japanese cuisine
This hands-on lesson offers a rare opportunity to learn one of Japan’s most respected culinary traditions directly from experienced instructors.
Whether you are a professional chef, culinary student, or passionate food enthusiast, this experience will deepen your understanding of Japanese food culture and the spirit behind one of Japan’s most treasured dishes.

 

Learn more than a recipe. Experience a living tradition.
Master the art of Japanese Unagi cuisine.

The Art of Eel
Learn traditional eel cooking techniques directly from professional chefs.

From preparing ando grilling the eel to making the sauce and plating, master the techniques of eel cooking, one of Japan's most respected culinary traditions.

<Two days Essential class>

Master the complete art of unagi cuisine.

 

- Traditional Tare Sauce
- Eel Filleting
- Skewering
- Charcoal Grilling
- Shirayaki (Plain Grilling)
- Kabayaki (Tare Grilling)
- Liver Soup (Kimosui)
- Umaki (Eel Omelet)
- Japanese Pickles
- Unaju (Eel Box)

- Hitsumabushi

- Uzaku (Eel Pickles)

 

Private Lesson / Semi-Private Lesson
US$ 1,000
*2 eels per student included

<Basic One day class>

Learn the fundamentals of trditional Japanese eel preparation.

 

- Traditional Tare Sauce
- Eel Filleting
- Skewering
- Charcoal Grilling
- Kabayaki (Tare Grilling)
- Unadon (Eel Rice Bowl)

 

Private Lesson / Semi-Private Lesson
US$ 600
*1 eel per student included

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