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Dashi is a fundamental element of Japanese cuisine. It is a flavorful broth made by gently extracting umami from ingredients such as kombu (kelp), katsuobushi (bonito flakes), and dried shiitake mushrooms in water. Among the five basic tastes humans perceive—sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami—dashi highlights the essence of umami. This savory depth comes from naturally occurring amino acids, which enhance and bring out the true flavors of each ingredient. At Samurai Cook O

Hello, I’m Shohei, a chef at Samurai Cook. Osaka is home to many famous attractions—Osaka Castle, Dotonbori, and Shinsekai, just to name a few. These are all wonderful places to explore, but they are outdoor activities, and your experience can easily be affected by the weather. That’s why I highly recommend joining a cooking class during your stay. Osaka has long been known as “the nation’s kitchen,” a historic hub where food culture has flourished and ingredients from all ov

Welcome to Samurai Cook Osaka. My name is Shohei, the instructor at Samurai Cook. At Samurai Cook Osaka, we offer authentic Japanese cooking experiences for travelers from around the world. Why not join us in our beautiful cooking studio near Namba and learn how to make real Japanese cuisine with a great view of Osaka? From mastering dashi stock, to handcrafting sushi, to learning how to make authentic ramen from scratch, everything is taught in English. We’ll help make your