Kagoshima Miso Masterclass: From Soybeans to Soul Food

Learn about the process of Miso and Sho-yu in Kagoshima-city. It is located in Reimeikan (Kagoshima History Museum). Make 2kg of Mugi-miso for yourself.

Highlight

• Master the Ancient Art of Miso Making
• Hand-Press Your Own Artisanal Batch
• Insider Wisdom from Local Experts

Discover the heart of Japanese soul food with an immersive Miso Making Experience in the historic city of Kagoshima. Miso is more than just a seasoning; it is a cornerstone of Japanese wellness and culinary tradition that has been cherished for centuries.

In this intimate workshop, you will dive deep into the fascinating, slow-food process of fermentation. Guided by local experts, you’ll learn how to master the delicate balance of ingredients required to create high-quality miso. This is a tactile, meditative journey—from carefully mashing the soybeans to packing your own fermentation jar—offering a deep, personal connection to the food on your table.

Perfect for foodies, families, and culture seekers, this experience allows you to take a piece of Kagoshima’s food heritage home with you. Whether you are a curious beginner or a kitchen enthusiast, you will leave with your own handcrafted batch and the knowledge to nurture its flavor as it ages.

How to Book

• Step 1: Choose your Group Size and the Number of your group, then click the "Add to cart" button.

• Step 2: Please specify your preferred date and time in the notes at checkout.

• Step 3: You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours.

Please note that this experience is available only from Tuesdays to Friday

Price

Applicable to those over 6 years old. The price is the same for children.

Details

Duration:
1hr
Start at 3pm-
*Only Tuesday to Friday
*You can start the experience anytime between 3-4pm (close by 5pm) 

Meeting Point:
Shiroyama Seasoning at Reimeikan (MAP)

Attendee Requirement:
Minimum 2 to Maximum 6

Includes:
- English-speaking guide
- 2kg of Miso
- Sho-yu softy OR Dango mochi stick

Not included:
- Personal Expense

Itinerary

Meet your English-speaking guide at the site or the station. Visit the Miso/Sho-yu shop and meet the craftsman. The craftsman will explain how local miso and Soya sauce are processed. After learning it, the craftsman will teach you how to make your own miso. It will take 1-2 months for fermentation to the final product. Take it and grow it in your country.

Note 

Book before
One week (negotiable)

Please send us an inquiry if your group is more than 6 people.

Please check our cancellation policy.