A special tour immersing you in Okinawa's rich food culture has begun. Join Jun, an Okinawan cuisine expert from Sesoko Island, as we visit the local ingredients market, select fresh local produce, and learn the depth of Okinawan cooking.
After mastering the essence of Okinawan cuisine and gaining experience at five-star hotels in Okinawa and Singapore, Jun returned to his hometown to offer “authentic Okinawan cuisine made with nature's bounty and local ingredients.” This is a rare opportunity to learn about Okinawan food culture and experience selecting fresh ingredients at the local market alongside a true culinary master.
Tour Schedule
Meeting Time: Every Wednesday at 4:00 PM at Jun's home on Sesoko Island
Start the tour while enjoying the atmosphere of an Okinawan morning.
Market Tour:
Visit the market and learn tips for selecting ingredients from Jun while choosing fresh Okinawan produce and local specialities. Detailed explanations about each ingredient are provided.
Dinner Time:
Return to Jun's Restaurant and savour Okinawan cuisine made with ingredients purchased at the market. This is a hands-on programme where you get to try cooking your
Tour Highlights
Discover Okinawan Ingredients:
Explore unique Okinawan ingredients like island tofu, goya champuru, Okinawan soba, fish carpaccio, and miso soup, and learn how to use them.
Learn Okinawan Cooking Techniques:
Master cooking techniques you can use at home.
Special Interaction with Jun:
Gain deep insight into ingredient selection, cooking methods, and Jun's passion for Okinawan cuisine.
Reasons to Join
Learn authentic Okinawan flavours and deepen your understanding of its food culture.
Experience the joy of selecting fresh ingredients at a local market and immerse yourself in Okinawa's atmosphere.
Acquire cooking techniques you can use at home.
Enjoy interacting with Jun while savouring Okinawa's traditions and natural bounty.
An unforgettable journey awaits, where you'll experience the richness and depth of Okinawan cuisine.
The location is Setokujima, Motobu Town, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture.
