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Your home dining will be transformed into an authentic Japanese culinary experience

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Our unique mobile Japanese cooking class is fun and entertaining

Everyone is welcome!

We turn your special celebrations into a creative vibrant experience that you’ll want to boast about.

Whether you lack confidence in cooking

or you are a complete beginner, everyone is welcome.

The beauty of Japanese Cuisine and Culture

Discover the special connection of Japanese food and culture through cooking and savoring Japanese cuisine together

Transform your

party with a unique

mobile cooking class

Inspire your natural curiosity and

make a lasting impact on your party like never before.

Experience a unique mobile cooking class that will completely transform your event.

Embark on a kitchen

adventure into the exciting world of Japanese culture!

"Wouldn't it be great to have a cooking class that exudes a celebratory atmosphere, captivating everyone's interest?"

I've been offering entertaining cooking classes

since 2014, aimed at making your

special occasions truly exceptional.

From the preparation to the cooking and tasting process, numerous new discoveries and moments of excitement emerge offering delicious cuisine and appealing visual presentation.

I have received reservations from a variety of people, and over the years I have seen an increase in health-conscious customers, as well as those following dietary requirements such as gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and pescatarian diets etc.

For such individuals, I am more than happy to offer diet-related consultations before finalizing the menu.

Hello everyone!

I'm Tomo Akutsu, residing on the Sunshine Coast in Australia.

I am known as an "Entertaining Japanese Cooking Instructor" and an "Orthomolecular Nutrition Advisor."

Since my early years, I've been assisting my mother in the kitchen and sharing my love for cooking with friends and family. Going to the fish market with my father ignited my inspiration for preparing delicious dishes. While I initially pursued an IT-related career in Japan, my passion for cooking remained strong. I learned the art of seafood cuisine from clients at the world-renowned Tsukiji Market. Throughout the years, I've cherished the value of cooking alongside others from small groups to large croups and for a wide range of special occasions.

I've practiced Aikido since childhood, and through international Aikido gatherings, I've made many Australian friends. With a desire to learn English and experience Western culture, I made the big move to Australia in 2009.

In 2014, I established my Japanese cooking classes, embarking on a culinary adventure that merges locally sourced, seasonal ingredients with healthy Japanese cuisine. I continue to teach cooking in various settings across Southeast Queensland, including homes, businesses, schools, and community halls amongst many others.

I am overjoyed by how much people love Japanese cuisine and culture and I am truly excited about the future, taking customers on even more delightful adventures by joining me and each other in my Japanese cooking classes.

Warm regards,

Tomo Akutsu

• is looking to host a special event at home and wants to try something you've never experienced before...
  
• is seeking more than just a typical party – an opportunity to stimulate your natural curiosity while enjoying your cooking not just for yourself, but also for your invited friends and family...
  
• loves Japan and is curious about preparing Japanese cuisine in the comfort of your own home...
  
• Instead of attending cooking classes, wants to have a class where everyone learns together at home?
  
• has a fascination with Japanese culinary culture but lacks the chance to actually cook...
  
• is not confident in cooking but would like to learn fun and beginner-friendly recipes that are easy to understand.
  
• aspires to host gatherings where you can treat your friends to a meal created by your own hands...
  

As a child, I eagerly looked forward to accompanying my father to the fish market,

and it brought me excitement every day.

Under his guidance, I joyfully learned to prepare sashimi and sushi.

Seeing myself improve and receiving compliments from my family about the delicious dishes I made filled me with immense joy and satisfaction.

Furthermore, I was fortunate that my mother was exceptionally skilled in cooking.

I always looked forward to dinner, and without fail, I would be home by 5 o'clock.

From a major cooking mishap during my childhood, I learned and grew to love cooking even more.

When I was in sixth grade, I decided to host a takoyaki (octopus ball) party at my house, despite having never made them before. I invited my friends over, and even my skilled mother didn't know the proper technique.

I ended up making takoyaki with an excessive amount of flour, resulting in them tasting heavy and bland. It was a complete disaster, and a pivotal moment for me.

I attempted to redo it a few times, but unfortunately, I couldn't create something delicious, and I ended up feeling embarrassed in front of my friends.

After that experience, I started researching the proper way to make takoyaki. I learned the importance of using the right amount of water and broth, and how it significantly affects the cooking process and the outcome.

When I invited my friends over again and served them the takoyaki, they exclaimed, "Delicious!" with excitement.

Even now, I still carry the joy from that heartwarming moment.

The transition from failure to success brought me a profound sense of achievement and happiness.

Even though working a different profession, my passion for cooking never wavered. I would frequently invite friends over and create cooking opportunities almost every week.

Given that my clients from my working profession were connected to Tsukiji Market, I was eager to learn about seafood ingredients and cooking techniques. At times, I found myself more captivated by this than my actual job.

I delighted in brainstorming various cooking ideas and turning them into reality; it became a source of personal enjoyment for me.

This photo was taken during a cherry blossom viewing event while I was working in Tokyo. I took an early morning off, headed to Tsukiji Market at 4 AM, and procured fresh seafood.

Then, I prepared three-tiered bento boxes and invited everyone to a cherry blossom lunch at a park near the office. It was a delightful experience to combine the freshest ingredients with the beauty of cherry blossoms for a memorable meal.

Starting from my childhood practice of Aikido, I had numerous interactions with people from overseas, particularly from Australia.

From these experiences, I developed a desire to learn English and immerse myself in Western culture. In 2009, I arrived in Australia and embarked on a journey to incorporate healthy Japanese cuisine using locally sourced seasonal ingredients. This led me to continue with my cooking adventures.

I worked at a company that manufactured fishing kayaks, and the customers caught large tuna and mackerel which many of them cooked on their barbecues.

When I started teaching them about Japanese fish cuisine, they were amazed by the flavors and gradually it became increasingly popular."

I noticed that Australians are generally very cheerful and skilled at expressing joy through their actions, words and smiles.

Influenced by this, I realized that my cooking classes were gradually being surrounded by an increasingly enjoyable vibe. I discovered that a part of me was becoming immersed in the contagious spirit of fun."

In 2014 I acquired my permanent residency in Australia.

The Japanese cooking classes I have initiated as a business have been introduced to numerous households, businesses, and schools across the state of Queensland.

I have been teaching a diverse range of children and adults spanning wide and various age groups.

"I absolutely love sharing Japanese culture with everyone through the joy of cooking.

Cuisine is more than just about eating; it involves the delightful process of collaboration with friends and family in the kitchen and dining area. This becomes a highlight, and for those who join my classes, it's an essential form of communication that fosters connections."

My goal is for all my students to enjoy today's cooking class, cooking together, and fostering communication with each other. I aim to provide them with a lasting memorable experience.

Above all, I hope that in the future, my customers will create this cuisine for their own families and friends, enjoying truly happy times.

My recipes are streamlined, making it incredibly easy to prepare. Anyone can learn to cook and excel at it."

• Apart from crafting delectable dishes, there's an innate desire to do more, to bring joy to everyone.
  

• Entertainment-oriented cooking classes are simply fun; they tickle the natural curiosity of our clients.
  

• Cooking together in a group is an inherently enjoyable experience.

• I may not be an expert chef myself. However, merely learning alone lacks excitement. That's why I aspire to create an entertaining cooking class that involves everyone.-style cooking class that involves everyone.
  

• I want to enjoy the process myself and, at the same time, ensure everyone else has a good time too.
  

Even though it's a party, you can learn Japanese cuisine, relish it, and in the future, cook Japanese dishes for your cherished family and friends, sharing moments of happiness with your loved ones.

It's an entertainment-focused cooking class that can bring joy to your future self

To You,

I propose the concept of

'Bringing Happiness Through Japanese Cuisine:

On-site Entertainment Cooking Classes'."

In this class, we specialize in making your special occasions (such as birthdays or anniversaries) even more memorable by adding a touch of grandeur. You'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in Japanese culture and experience it firsthand.

We offer an entertaining class that can be enjoyed conveniently in the comfort of your own home.

While learning about Japanese culinary traditions, you'll have the chance to prepare delicious dishes and create extraordinary memories that you'll be proud to share.

What Chef Tomo Brings to the Cooking Class

All ingredients

Most Cooking Utensils

Portable gas stoves

Aprons

Japanese knives

recipes

Camera and Tripods

Table cloths

Japanese Tableware

"To ensure that customers can directly experience authentic Japanese cuisine and culture and leave satisfied, I offer a specialized service of limited visits.

I personally visit customers at their homes, where we cook Japanese dishes together and immerse ourselves in Japanese culture, allowing for a deeper understanding.

Everything is tailor-made for you personally, directly providing you with your specific cooking class."

Recommended for:

Basic and simple recipes that anyone can make. Even if you're not confident in cooking, these are fundamental Japanese dishes that you can create.

Example Recipes of Basic A and Basic B

Gyoza　　　　　 Chicken Karaage　　　　Chawan mushi　 Agedashi Tofu salad

Omellet rice 　　　　Okonomiyaki　　　　　Fried Rice　　　　 Hand roll sushi

Kakuni pork belly Japanese Chicken Curry Gyudon 　Chicken hotpot

Shabu Shabu hotpot　　　Sukiyaki Hotpot　　Mushroom eggplant 　　Teriyaki chicken

Udon Noodle

Soba Noodle salad　　　 Yakisoba　　　　　　　Takoyaki　　 　　Bone broth Miso soup

Recommended for those who want to take their Japanese cuisine skills to the next level!

Carefully Selected Seafood

TOMO's Special: 2 Recipes

• Seared Salmon and Avocado Sushi Cake with quinoa sushi rice(purple and green rice)
  
• Open-style Gyoza Dumplings, Tuna Tartare, Avocado with Yuzu Pepper
  

<Things You Can Learn>

・How to prepare sushi rice

・Preparing salmon

・ Slicing salmon

・Ingredient preparation

・Using a sushi knife

・Making tuna tartare

SUSHI ROLL CLASS

<What You Can Learn>

• How to prepare sushi rice
  
• How to make rolled sushi (maki)
  
• Ingredient preparation
  
• Using a sushi knife
  

Tempura Class

<Things You Can Learn>

• Preparing seafood and vegetables
  
• Making tempura batter
  
• Frying tempura
  
• Making tempura dipping sauce
  
• Creating a soba salad
  

Katsu Curry Class

<Things You Can Learn>

• How to make tender and juicy tonkatsu
  

(breaded pork cutlet)

• Making Japanese chicken curry
  
• Cooking delicious Japanese rice
  

Katsu Don Class

<Things You Can Learn>

• Preparing and crumbing tonkatsu
  
• Techniques for frying to achieve tenderness
  
• Cooking shiny and fluffy rice
  
• How to combine and time eggs and rice
  

Tan Tan Noodles + Gyoza Class

<Things You Can Learn>

• How to prepare ramen toppings
  
• Making Tan Tan Men soup
  
• Authentic noodle cooking technique
  
• Final presentation and plating
  

Duck Hot Pot and Soba Shabu Class

<Things You Can Learn>

• How to dissect a duck
  
• Extracting duck broth
  
• Making duck hot pot
  
• Cooking soba noodles
  

Menu of Cooking Class Advance B

Tomo's seafood feast

<What You Can Learn>

• Cooking with seasonal fish
  
• Seared Salmon and Avocado Sushi Cake
  
• Fish Shabu-Shabu (Hot Pot)
  
• Homemade Ponzu Sauce (Tomo's Mum's Recipe)
  
• Sashimi
  
• Carpaccio
  

Tomo's Special Ramen

(Soy Sauce, Miso, or Salt Flavor)

<Things You Can Learn>

• How to prepare ramen broth
  
• Making homemade chashu (roast pork)
  
• Homemade menma (bamboo shoots)
  
• Cooking a perfect soft-boiled egg
  
• Proper noodle cooking time
  
• Plating and presentation
  
• Making gyoza (dumplings)
  

Tomo's Izakaya* Course

*Japanese Tapas Bar

<Things You Can Learn>

• Gyoza (Dumplings)
  
• Karaage (Fried Chicken)
  
• Agedashi Tofu (Deep-fried Tofu)
  
• Takoyaki (Octopus Balls)
  
• Sashimi
  

Chef Tomo's Private Chef

*Please note that this service is only available to

customers who have previously booked a cooking class.

Please feel free to contact Tomo directly for further assistance.

He will be glad to help you tailor the experience to your preferences,

including the number of guests, preferred ingredients, and guidance on any allergies.

After submitting your application,

we will respond via email.

If you haven't received a reply within 48 hours, there might be a possibility that the email didn't reach you. In that case, please kindly contact us at this address.

For those who make a reservation one month in advance, you will be gifted Tomo's Electronic recipe book titled "POPULAR JAPANESE SOUL FOOD RECIPES."

This book includes 13 recipes as a special gift!

"I would like to share why I am so passionate about sharing Japanese cuisine in Australia"

"I am passionate about sharing Japanese cuisine in Australia to introduce the deliciousness and health benefits of Japanese food to everyone. My goal is to showcase that Japanese cuisine can be easily prepared at home, not just limited to restaurants.

Considering the popularity of Japanese cuisine in Australia, it's evident that Japanese culture has been well-received.

I aim to integrate Japanese cuisine into Australia's culinary landscape, fostering a deeper connection between Japan and Australia through food.

I offer an interactive entertainment-driven mobile cooking class. This program blends group cooking experiences with entertainment, providing participants with the opportunity to cook together in a fun and engaging environment while learning about Japanese cuisine.

Importantly, the program includes elements that allow participants to immerse themselves in Japanese culture.

Participants can learn basic cooking techniques and ingredients of Japanese cuisine as they cook together.

By using cooking as a means of engagement, participants interact with each other, fostering teamwork and enhancing communication skills.

My goal is to provide participants with an opportunity to immerse themselves in Japanese culture and culinary traditions, allowing them to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for both.

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