Cooking Class: Studio Ghibli Inspired Feast

Step into a whimsical cooking class inspired by the cozy, magical world of Miyazaki’s most beloved films.


Led by Chef Vivian and Michi, this hands-on experience brings authentic Japanese techniques to life in a warm, relaxed setting. You’ll make Haku’s onigiri with pickled plum and salmon, a rich aircraft curry with your choice of beef or vegan ingredients, crispy chicken katsu and a light oishi pineapple dessert with sencha and honey. Every dish is guided step by step, so you can relax, have fun and leave feeling confident, inspired and seriously well-fed. Spots are limited, so book yours today!


This class is not affiliated with Studio Ghibli or any of its subsidiaries.


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Haku's Onigiri

With Japanese rice, pickled plum, cooked salmon and sea salt


Aircraft Curry

Choose between Beef or Vegetable Curry

With beef or veggies, carrots, onions, spices and curry mix


Chicken Katsu

With chicken, flour, egg and panko


Oishi Pineapple

With pineapple, sencha, honey and vanilla


Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.

  • Minimum Guests 2
  • Maximum Guests 12
  • Event Duration 2.5 hours
  • Activity Level
    Activity Level
  • LabelsDate Night, Fun, Asian, Japanese

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NINA

15 May 2026

It was absolutely fantastic! The chefs were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable throughout the entire experience. They made everything feel fun and easy to follow while still teaching us so much. We truly enjoyed ourselves and had such a wonderful time together. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was amazing, and it made for such a memorable experience. Highly recommend for a fun date night or special occasion! 🍝✨

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Virginia

11 Apr 2026

OMG.. We had a blast. The expertise was wonderful, food was tasty and delicious. Loved the way they interacted we use and explained everything we were cooking. We are differently cooking with Chef Michi whom is very professional and son Kai whom was a awesome helper(Chef Vivian had a private class)hope to meet her next time.

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Mary

11 Apr 2026

Chef Vivian and Chef Michi were really nice, and you can tell they love their work. The class was fun though and the other participants were interesting, but I would have like to have a more hands on experience. We cut veggies and made the dumplings, but we could have mixed the filling...and taken turns cooking. I just didn't feel really involved in the process. The food was delicious and we will be trying it at home. Thank you.

$ 123.99 Per person

all-inclusive: 2.5-hour class, meal and taxes.


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Chef Vivian and Chef Michi are a dynamic husband and wife duo providing more than 30 years of exceptional culinary experience. Chef Vivian is highly regarded and holds many hats, including a private chef, caterer and cooking class instructor. Chef Michi has mastered the art of exquisite Japanese sushi and enjoys sharing his specialty skills with others. Together, Chefs Vivian and Michi offer a unique cooking experience in each of their incredible classes.

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