Course Description

This Japanese Cuisine Chef training course is perfect for those who are passionate about Japanese culture and culinary arts. It offers students an opportunity to learn professional techniques and gain in-depth knowledge of Japanese cuisine in 8, 12 or 24 weeks (which includes 12 weeks of lessons and 12 weeks of internships).

A “Ramen course” at Japan Culinary Institute

During the program, students will learn a range of subjects including Japanese Home Cooking, Japanese traditional foods, Wagashi (Japanese sweets) and Green Tea, Kaiseki (full-course), Sushi, Yakitori, Noodles, and Kaiseki II and Sake. The curriculum covers all aspects of Japanese food culture, from the fundamental base to the sophisticated and aesthetic presentation of Kaiseki cuisine.

In addition to the classroom lessons, students will also have various field studies, such as visits to a sake brewery, fish market, and famous ramen shops. This immersive learning experience allows students to gain a deep understanding of Japanese culinary culture and ingredients.

Upon completion of the course, students will have acquired the necessary knowledge and skills to work professionally in the field of Japanese cuisine. So, if you’re looking for a comprehensive program that will take your passion for Japanese cuisine to the next level, this Japanese Cuisine Chef training course is the perfect choice for you.

Note: Lesson orders and contents are subject to change in order to learn different dishes organically, instead of separately.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Course Features & Electives

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  Taught by high-level culinary masters

  All instructors in JCI are expert Japanese chefs.

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  Free English interpreter provided

  Don’t worry if you don’t speak a word of Japanese! Culinary classes are offered with a free English interpreter.

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  Cultural Experience:

  Beaches, hot springs, and temples in Atami
  Experience Japanese culture first-hand in Tokyo
  Organized visits to popular Japanese restaurants in Tokyo

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  Various programs:

  Japanese Home Cooking
  Japanese traditional foods
  Wagashi (Japanese sweets) and Green Tea
  Kaiseki (full-course)
  Sushi
  Yakitori
  Noodles
  Sake
  And more…

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  Field studies and extracurricular activities:

  Fish Market Visit
  Green Tea Tasting
  Japanese Restaurant Visit
  Tea Ceremony
  Sake Brewery Visit
  Miso Brewery Visit
  Farming Experience
  Seasonal Traditional Foods
  Eat-Around
  Calligraphy Experience

Tuition Fees

Course Description

Are you interested in opening a Japanese restaurant outside of Japan? The Japan Culinary Institute offers a range of specialized courses to support your goals. The Restaurant planning Support course cover all the necessary subjects for successful restaurant management, including market research, budget planning, equipment selection, personnel management, and advertising and promotion.

Participants can select from a variety of courses, including professional setting and equipment, interior decoration, facade and exterior, successful Japanese restaurant interior design and planning, and Japanese restaurant start-up lessons. Additionally, for those who have completed JCI’s Japanese Cuisine Chef Training Courses, there are customized courses available for menu planning with our specialists.

The Restaurant Open Training Course is designed for participants to create their own restaurant’s menu with support from the specialists.With the support of the Japan Culinary Institute, you can learn how to open and manage a successful Japanese restaurant in your country, attracting both Japanese and local clients.

• This course is recommended to be taken together with a partner or chefs.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Course Features & Electives

• 

  Taught by high-level culinary masters

  All instructors in JCI are expert Japanese chefs.

• 

  Free English interpreter provided

  Don’t worry if you don’t speak a word of Japanese! Culinary classes are offered with a free English interpreter.

• 

  Cultural Experience:

  Beaches, hot springs, and temples in Atami
  Experience Japanese culture first-hand in Tokyo
  Organized visits to popular Japanese restaurants in Tokyo

• 

  Japanese Restaurant Professional Setting and Equipment:

  Covers the basics of setting up a professional Japanese restaurant, including equipment and tools needed.

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  Japanese Restaurant Interior Decoration:

  Teaches participants how to decorate the interior of the restaurant to attract customers.

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  Facade and Exterior:

  Covers the exterior design and appearance of the restaurant.

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  Successful Japanese Restaurant Interior Design and Planning:

  Teaches participants how to create an interior design that meets the requirements of a successful Japanese restaurant.

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  Japanese Restaurant Start-up Lesson (1 day)

  Teaches participants how to make a profit at a Japanese restaurant.

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  Japanese Restaurant Start-up Lesson (3 days):

  Covers market research, setting targets, examining the types of restaurant, budget planning and equipment, product price range setting, per customer spending, examining sales, financing, personnel/staff plan, advertisement and promotion, logomark / logotype design, startup budget, running budget, and management plan – short-term / mid-term / long-term plan.

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  Restaurant Open Training Course with Menu Planning (1 day in private) 

  Allows participants to create their own restaurant menu with the help of specialists.

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  Restaurant Open Training Course with Menu Planning (3 days in private)

  This course offers more in-depth training to help participants create a unique restaurant menu.

Tuition Fees

* Please participate together with your partner or your chefs. The second person is free at this rate.

For those who completed between 4 weeks to 12 weeks of the Japanese Cuisine Chef Training Course:

Course Description

Summer in Japan is the perfect time to experience Japanese culture and cuisine through JCI Summer Courses. These courses offer a unique opportunity to learn popular Japanese culinary dishes like “Ramen,” “Yakitori,” “Sushi,” and home cooking from experienced professionals at Japan Culinary Institute. Located in the picturesque city of Atami, only 40 minutes from Tokyo by bullet train, you’ll be able to enjoy the beaches, hot springs, and temples in the area during your stay.

Four lessons are available:

• 1

  Lesson 1 teaches you basic Washoku techniques and home cooking, including making DASHI soup stock and traditional & home-style dishes.

• 2

  Lesson 2 covers Ramen and other Japanese noodles.

• 3

  Lesson 3 teaches you how to make authentic sushi and fish dishes.

• 4

  Lesson 4 focuses on Yakitori and other chicken dishes.

There are three course options available:

• 1

  a 4-week course covering all four lessons,

• 2

  a 2-week course allowing you to choose two lessons,

• 3

  and a 1-week course where you can choose one lesson based on your interests and schedule.

The culinary lessons are taught by high-level culinary masters and include a free English interpreter, so language is not a barrier.

For those with previous Japanese cuisine experience, there is also a one-week Kaiseki Summer Course available, which teaches the concept and techniques of Kaiseki cuisine – dishes served for entertaining guests during tea ceremonies. This course is designed to teach the basic structure and menu of Kaiseki in just one week.

The courses are held Monday to Friday, with some courses organized at popular Japanese restaurants in Tokyo. During weekends, you can explore nearby attractions such as Mt. Fuji, beautiful Lake Ashinoko, the famous castle in Odawara, Firework Festivals, and more. Come experience the best of Japan through JCI Summer Courses!

Enrolment Periods & Duration

• The courses are held Monday to Friday.

Course Features & Electives

• 

  Taught by high-level culinary masters

  All instructors in JCI are expert Japanese chefs.

• 

  Free English interpreter provided

  Don’t worry if you don’t speak a word of Japanese! Culinary classes are offered with a free English interpreter.

• 

  Cultural Experience:

  Beaches, hot springs, and temples in Atami
  Experience Japanese culture first-hand in Tokyo
  Organized visits to popular Japanese restaurants in Tokyo

Tuition Fees

Course Description

This 1-week Japanese culture course offers a comprehensive overview of Japanese culture and cuisine. The two are inseparable, and understanding Washoku (traditional Japanese cuisine) requires a deep understanding of Japanese culture. JCI provides a unique opportunity to learn about Japanese culture and culinary culture through a variety of cultural experiences

Traditional Japanese culture is rooted in the beliefs of the Japanese Shinto gods. Through this course, students can experience Japanese culture in a short period of time like no other and students can choose 15 programs from the following courses:

• Calligraphy
• Japanese instruments
• Kimono lesson
• Cleaning Temple
• Experience Tea Ceremony
• Japanese Dish Making
• Zazen / meditation
• Japanese Flower arrangement
• Shrine visit in kimono with tea ceremony
• Japanese architectures visit
• Kaiseki meals experience and Japanese table manners
• Making Japanese sweet and tea ceremony
• Izakaya (Japanese style pub) experience
• Yakitori (Chicken skewers) lesson and tasting with drinking
• Okonomiyaki (Japanese pancake) experience
• Sake brewery visit  
• Miso factory visit 
• Fish market visit with fresh Sushi lunch
• Ramen museum visit with tasting ramens 
• Hot spring experience
• Small trip to Mt. Fuji (the highest and the most beautiful mountain in Japan) and Hakone
• Japanese castle visit
• Visit the studio to practice singing and dancing per Geiko and Geisha
• Japanese Traditional Arts Museum visit

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Course Features & Electives

• 

  Taught by high-level culinary masters

  All instructors in JCI are expert Japanese chefs.

• 

  Free English interpreter provided

  Don’t worry if you don’t speak a word of Japanese! Culinary classes are offered with a free English interpreter.

• 

  Cultural Experience:

  Beaches, hot springs, and temples in Atami
  Experience Japanese culture first-hand in Tokyo
  Organized visits to popular Japanese restaurants in Tokyo

Tuition Fees

Course fees include:

• Entrance and experience fee for visits (museums, shrines, and hot springs)
• Lunch fees mentioned in the programs
• English interpretation service.
• Transportation fees for Mt. Fuji visit