Experience Half Day Japanese Washoku Cooking Lesson & Homestay / Washokuju-Sakura / Japan

Japanese ladies came to Washokuju-Sakura to experience my Japanese cooking lesson after work. Even Japanese people do not cook "Osechi" lately, so they were very excited! Not only cooking lessons, they explored sushi restaurant and izakaya (japanese pub) which I haven't tried. They enjoyed so much! "It was so much fun! We don't cook Osechi at home lately, it reminds me of the time when I cooked with my grandma. Additionally, I could learn useful English phrases through this lesson!" If you are interested in Japanese culture, Washoku(Japanese Cooking), and travelling like living in Japan, please  join us ! <Japanese Cooking class ＆ Home stay "Washokuju Sakura"> We offer Japanese New Year cooking lessons  "Any Time New Year" program  every day! If you are interested in cooking and Japanese culture, please join us! ■Location: Seki city, Gifu. (Approx. 2 hours from Nagoya) ■Inquiry ＆ Reservation: please check our  web...

After enjoyed snowboarding in Hakuba,Nagano , Jaz and Tim from Melbourne, Australia stayed at Washoku-ju Sakura! They were looking to explore the "city of swords" and learn about the rich history in this area. with my son I took them to Sekikaji Densyoukan (Sword museum in Seki) and knife museum. They took time to look around museums and bought some gifts.  I had a great time with both of them and I am so happy that we keep in touch! Thank you,  Jaz and Tim! Please come back any time! Our Town Seki is famous for knives, cutlery, Japanese swords. If you would like to get to know, please stay at Washoku-ju Sakura! <Japanese Cooking class ＆ Home stay "Washokuju Sakura"> We offer Japanese New Year cooking lessons  "Any Time New Year" program  every day! If you are interested in cooking and Japanese culture, please join us! ■Location: Seki city, Gifu. (Approx. 2 hours from Nagoya) ■Inquiry ＆ Reservation: please check our  websit...

If you have been to Japan, which season was the best? If you never been to Japan, we have four seasons which are spring, summer, fall and winter. My favorite season is definitely Spring! Beacuse Sakura(cherry blossoms) blooms in spring. Sakura is special flower for me since it is in my family name. That's why I picked the name " Washoku-ju Sakura "! As for Japanese, Sakura means a lot.  In Japan, school and most company starts new season from April. So when Sakura starts blooming, we feel that the new season has come! Here's some tips how we enjoy Sakura season! With Sakura, we take  picutres, take a walk along Sakura trees, and Ohanami is big event in spring. Ohanami (viewing flowers) is a kind of picnic party that we eat and drink under the Sakura tree with family , friends and co-workers to enjoy cherry blossoms. Cherry blossoms only bloom for a short time, usually for only a week or two. so don't miss the chance and enjoy beautiful c...

I had a guest from Hong Kong and left a comment after taking "Any time New Year" cooking class! "Wonderful Lesson , Wonderful Teacher, Wonderful Food, Wonderful Experience!" Thank you, Betsy＆KC! I took them to Sekikaji Densyoukan (Sword museum in Seki), and we were lucky that we could try on Busho costumes! We had so much fun together! On that day, we saw swordsmith forging show. Please come back any time! <Japanese Cooking class ＆ Home stay "Washokuju Sakura"> We offer Japanese New Year cooking lessons  "Any Time New Year" program  every day! If you are interested in cooking and Japanese culture, please join us! ■Location: Seki city, Gifu. (Approx. 2 hours from Nagoya) ■Inquiry ＆ Reservation: please check our  website .

Not only cooking lessons, Washokuju-Sakura offers homestay! If you are looking for somewhere you can experience real Japanese life, comfortable futon bed, fresh air and quiet place to stay, Washokuju-Sakura would be the right place for you!A cozy typical Japanese tatami room is available for two peole. Nagaragawa rail way train "Sekiguchi station" is within 10 min walk. There are supermarkets and drug stores, convenience stores, cafes and so on in walking distance. I am your host, Yayoi (in the middle). I love hosting guests from all over the world! In winter, you might have a chance to see snowing! Seki is a beautiful place! About my city Seki please check this blog . Reservation is available from  Washokuju Sakura's website , or Airbnb. <Japanese Cooking class ＆ Home stay "Washokuju Sakura"> We offer Japanese New Year cooking lessons  "Any Time New Year" program  every day! If you are interested in cooking and Japanese cult...

In Japan, we celebrate new years day in our original way.  (Please check" How does Japanese spend the end of year holiday? " ) <Praying to Sun Rise> In our culture, seeing sun rising on the 1st day of new year is very special because we believe God is rising with the sun.  We thank and pray for God for the safety and healthy life. Not everyone go to see the sun rising, however many people do this every year. <Hatsumode (New Year's visit to a Shinto shrine) > On the 1st day of Jan. many Japanese go to  Shinto shrine or temple to pray.  I went to Kibune Shrine near my house.  I  draw a lottery and got Hamaya (ritual arrows to drive away devils) . Drawing a fortune slip is also popular.  <New Year's Card> Instead of  sending Christmas cards, we exchange New Year's card to our friends, family and business relationships. 12 characters of the year are commonly used on the cards. This year i...

Looking back at 2018, I can just say it was such a "marvelous" year! I stared Washoku-ju Sakura in Nov. in 2017 and I could meet many wonderful guests in 2018!  Thanks to Seki-Biz 's support, I could prepare to start my new business and could spread my relationships. In Jun. I was introduced by Tokai TV program"News One". Famous TV anchor came to experience "Any Time New Year Program".  Also, introduced in Local News Paper "Chunichi-Shinbun" as a unique Homestay. For me, 2018 was the year that I ate "Osechi" the most. lol Of course its because I started "anytime New Year" program! I am so thankful to all my guests and opportunities! Looking forward to meeting more guests from around the world in 2019! <Japanese Cooking class ＆ Home stay "Washokuju Sakura"> We offer Japanese New Year cooking lessons  "Any Time New Year" pr...