Culinary Adventures at Cooking Sun Tokyo
Experience the art of Japanese cuisine at Cooking Sun Tokyo, where culinary traditions meet hands-on learning in the heart of Shinjuku.
Cooking Sun Tokyo offers an immersive cooking experience in the heart of Shinjuku City, where tourists can learn traditional Japanese cooking techniques and create delicious dishes using fresh ingredients.
A brief summary to Cooking Sun Tokyo
- 18-39 Shinanomachi, Shinjuku City, Shinanomachi, Tokyo, 160-0016, JP
- +813-6380-6028
- Visit website
- Monday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
- Tuesday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
- Friday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
- Saturday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
- Sunday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
Local tips
- Book your class in advance, as spots can fill up quickly, especially during peak tourist seasons.
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes, as you'll be standing and moving around the kitchen.
- Bring a notepad or take your phone to capture tips and tricks shared by the instructors.
- Don't hesitate to ask questions during the class; the chefs are there to help you learn.
Getting There
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Car
If you're driving from central Kai, head south on Route 20 towards Kofu. Continue on Route 20 for about 10 km until you reach the junction with Route 411. Take Route 411 towards Shinjuku. After approximately 50 km, merge onto the Shuto Expressway. Follow the signs for Shinjuku and take exit 5. Once you exit, follow the signs to Shinanomachi. Cooking Sun Tokyo is located at 18-39 Shinanomachi, just a short distance from the main road.
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Train
To reach Cooking Sun Tokyo via public transportation, start by taking the JR Chuo Line from Kai Station towards Tokyo. After about an hour, transfer at Shinjuku Station. Once you arrive at Shinjuku, take the South Exit. From there, you can either walk or take a short taxi ride to Shinanomachi. It's roughly a 10-minute walk: head south on Shinjuku-dori Avenue, then turn left onto Shinanomachi Street. Cooking Sun Tokyo will be on your right at 18-39 Shinanomachi.
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Bus
If you prefer taking a bus, head to the nearest bus terminal in Kai and look for a bus heading to Shinjuku. The journey can take around 1.5 hours depending on traffic. Once you arrive at the Shinjuku bus terminal, exit and walk towards the South Exit. From there, it’s about a 10-minute walk to Cooking Sun Tokyo. Walk south along Shinjuku-dori Avenue, then take a left onto Shinanomachi Street. The destination will be on your right.
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