# Event Details - **Event Name**: Japanese Cooking Class: Gut-Healthy Onigiri, Hearty Miso Soup & Matcha - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 01:30 pm – Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: Hands-on Japanese cooking class! Make onigiri, build-your-own hearty miso soup & explore gut-healthy koji and miso. Vegan options available.About this EventOnigiri (rice balls) are the heart of Japanese home cooking — simple, comforting, and deeply nourishing.In this fun, hands-on, select-your-own style cooking class, you’ll experience both collaborative cooking and personal customization while learning how to transform everyday rice into a nutrient-dense, gut-friendly meal using traditional Japanese fermentation techniques.All dishes highlight the umami-rich flavors of Koji — without refined sugar. Vegan options are also available.? What You’ll Make1. Hand-Pressed Onigiri (Make 3)Learn how to shape fluffy, triangular rice balls and choose 3 flavors from 6 gourmet fillings:• Wafu Tuna with In-House Mayo & Soy Sauce Koji• Steamed Salt Koji Salmon• Savory Okaka (bonito flakes)• Sweet Umeboshi & Shiso Leaf (Vegan)• Umami Mushroom Miso (Vegan)• Creamy Avocado & Soy Sauce Koji (Vegan)2. Sake Lees Hearty Miso Soup (Build Your Own)Each pair selects:✔ Classic bonito dashi or plant-based vegan dashi✔ 6 ingredients from 10+ seasonal vegetable options3. Salt Koji Pickles (served)4. Hand-Whisked Matcha Amazake Latte (Iced)Whisk premium matcha with a traditional bamboo chasen and pour over Koji amazake and plant-based milk.STATION SETUP:You will be cooking in teams! Groups of 2–3 will share their own station. Solo attendees* will be paired with a partner. Larger groups (4+) will be split across adjacent stations to ensure everyone has plenty of elbow room to cook!*Note: If you are attending solo and strictly prefer a private station, please email us to inquire about availability and a 'Single Supplement' fee.?‍? What You’ll Learn• How to shape onigiri that don’t fall apart• The health benefits of sake lees (sake kasu)• How to use Salt Koji and Soy Sauce Koji in everyday cooking• How Japanese home cooking supports gut health✨ Why This Class Is Special• Small group, hands-on format• Collaborative + customizable cooking• Beginner-friendly• Vegan-friendly• Focused on traditional Japanese techniques and fermented foodsPerfect for food lovers, fermentation enthusiasts, and anyone curious about authentic Japanese home cooking.Seats are limited to keep the experience intimate.CLASS POLICIESTo ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, please review the following class policies BEFORE BOOKING:- Minimum Enrollment: Classes require at least 6 participants. If a class doesn’t meet the minimum, it will be canceled 48 hours before the start time and a full refund will be issued.- Age Requirement: Participants must be 18 years or older, as classes involve knives and gas stoves.- Allergies: Ingredients may vary; please confirm allergies before booking.Join us for a cozy, fun, and delicious late lunch discovering the magic of Japanese fermentation ✨ https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/96eb7c90-0bfe-11f1-9d1a-cbb202d0aa19-rimg-w740-h740-dc302d2e-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/97248df0-0bfe-11f1-bef1-5f57dd5c1ffd-rimg-w740-h740-dcebdabf-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/97628150-0bfe-11f1-a8d8-235e94c18025-rimg-w740-h740-dcaa9076-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/978e7350-0bfe-11f1-9d1a-cbb202d0aa19-rimg-w740-h740-dc756048-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/9845dc70-0bfe-11f1-bef1-5f57dd5c1ffd-rimg-w740-h740-dc776047-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lake-forest/japanese-cooking-class-gut-healthy-onigiri-hearty-miso-soup-and-matcha/100001983048996932 - **Event Categories**: workshops, cooking, art, health-wellness, food-drinks - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 74, max: 140, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Lake Forest - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: 25722 Commercentre Dr - **lat**: 33.6637548 - **long**: -117.6819497 - **full address**: 25722 Commercentre Dr, 25722 Commercentre Drive, Lake Forest, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Japanese Cooking Class: Gut-Healthy Onigiri, Hearty Miso Soup & Matcha - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/da108b023b5b11ad74f0d2c67e3687e48e8a21b476c2d886b9fcb93ea04298c3-rimg-w1200-h600-dc444846-gmir.jpg?v=1771353699 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Japanese Cooking Class: Gut-Healthy Onigiri, Hearty Miso Soup & Matcha being held? - **A:** Japanese Cooking Class: Gut-Healthy Onigiri, Hearty Miso Soup & Matcha takes place on Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 01:30 pm to Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 25722 Commercentre Dr, 25722 Commercentre Drive, Lake Forest, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Japanese Cooking Class: Gut-Healthy Onigiri, Hearty Miso Soup & Matcha? - **A:** Ticket prices for Japanese Cooking Class: Gut-Healthy Onigiri, Hearty Miso Soup & Matcha range from USD 74 to USD 140 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityCooking ClassUSD 74AvailableCooking Class (2 for 1 deal)USD 140Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Japanese Cooking Class: Gut-Healthy Onigiri, Hearty Miso Soup & Matcha? - **A:** Japanese Cooking Class: Gut-Healthy Onigiri, Hearty Miso Soup & Matcha is organized by KOJI and More. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Japanese Cooking Class: Gut-Healthy Onigiri, Hearty Miso Soup & Matcha is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Lake Forest, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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