Host offerings
A true Hokkaido local, Sakura was born and raised in Chitose, a neighboring city of Sapporo. Her passion for cooking developed when she got married and had a child as she valued making healthy, well-balanced meals using fresh, seasonal produce for her loved ones. Sakura fell deeper in love with cooking when she watched her family enjoy her meals, and thus began her quest to learn about different cooking techniques used around the world. She is always curious about what people of other cultures cook and eat and enjoys meeting new people and sharing new experiences. Cooking for people brings Sakura joy and and she is excited to meet Traveling Spoon guests from all over the world and share homemade Japanese cuisine with them.
Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.
In-home meal (1 - 6 guests) Meet your host Sakura at her beautiful apartment, located in a peaceful residential area within a ten-minute walk from the Higashi-Sapporo station. Relax over a welcome drink before joining Sakura for a homestyle Japanese meal. Her husband who is originally from the U.S. and their son might join you for a fun family meal when they are present. Your menu might include dishes such as chikuzenni (chicken and vegetables stewed in soy and mirin), miso soup, dashimaki tamago (egg roll cooked with dashi stock), and hand shaped onigiri (rice balls). Your meal will conclude with a cup of freshly brewed tea. Please note that the menu may vary depending on the season and availability of fresh ingredients in the market.
Cooking experience (1 - 6 guests) Join Sakura in her kitchen for a hands-on cooking experience. She will teach you how to prepare 2-3 authentic, home-style Japanese dishes that are easy to replicate at home. You can expect to cook together for about 1-1 1/2 hours before sitting down to enjoy the meal you helped prepare together at the dining table.
Notes: This is a child friendly experience!
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This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
Pricing (per person)*
| 1 person | 4 people | 5+ people | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-Home Meal | $4,200 | $3,500 | $2,870 |
| Cooking Experience + Meal | $4,800 | $4,000 | $3,280 |
| Alcohol | $500 per person | ||
| *Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout. | |||
| Lunch | Dinner | |
|---|---|---|
| In-Home Meal | 12:00pm - 02:00pm | |
| Cooking Experience + Meal | 10:30am - 01:30pm |
Traveling Spoon connects you with meaningful culinary experiences, from private cooking lessons to homecooked meals in people's homes. Enjoy an immersive cultural experience that gives you a glimpse into the local way of life.
