Host offerings
Originally from Kamakura, Kanae and her husband and two daughters have lived in Sapporo for over a decade. Influenced as a child by her mother who was a great cook, Kanae has always loved food and cooking. Having lived in Hokkaido which boasts the best produce in Japan, Kanae appreciates and enjoys cooking with locally-sourced fresh vegetables, fish, meat and seasonings. <br><br> A US college graduate, Kanae is a fun host who loves to share stories about how locals live and eat. She is eager to accommodate your culinary requests so feel free to let her know if there are specific dishes you are interested in trying when you make a booking request. Kanae is also happy to introduce travelers to regional Hokkaido dishes such as soup curry, chan chan yaki and rice-stffed squid, if you are interested in exploring regional Hokkaido cuisine instead of traditional Japanese home-cooking. If you enjoy hiking, Kanae's home is located right below the popular Moiwa mountain, a great hiking spot where you can also explore the picturesque Fushimi Inari shrine.
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 - 7 guests) Kanae will welcome you into her comfortable family home located in one of the most peaceful and luxurious residential areas of Sapporo. Sip on a welcome drink as you immerse yourself in local Hokkaido culture and get to know your host Kanae as she shares stories about herself, her family and living in Hokkaido. You will then join Kanae at her dining table to enjoy an authentic Japanese meal that might include dishes such as teriyaki chicken, kinpira-gobo (sweet and salty cooked burdock root), agedashi tofu (deep fried and seasoned tofu), Japanese pickled vegetables, and miso soup.
Cooking experience (1 - 7 guests) Join Kanae in her open kitchen to learn to prepare a traditional homemade Japanese meal. You can expect the cooking portion of your experience to last about 1-1 1/2 hours before you enjoy the meal you helped prepare together.
Market visit (1 - 7 guests) Kanae will give you a market tour of the Sapporo Morning Market (closed on Wednesday and Sunday) and Jogai Market adjacent to Sapporo Central Wholesale Market. Explore regional produce at these local markets with Kanae and purchase a few fresh ingredients to use in your cooking class. After the market tour, Kanae will drive you 15 minutes back to her home where you will enjoy your cooking and meal experience together.
Notes: Please note that Kanae's car can fit up to 5 people including the driver (max 4 guests), so if you are a group of 5 or more you will need to use a taxi and have it follow Kanae's car to her home, after meeting her at the station. Please note Kanae can offer vegetarian and vegan dishes, on request, please inform her while booking the experience online.
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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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooking Experience + Meal | $6,000 | $4,800 | $4,080 |
| Market Tour + Cooking Experience + Meal | $7,200 | $5,760 | $4,896 |
| Alcohol | $500 per person | ||
| *Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout. | |||
| Lunch | Dinner | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking Experience + Meal | 10:30am - 01:30pm | |
| Market Tour + Cooking Experience + Meal | 9:00am - 01:00pm |
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.
