Japanese Lessons &
Workshops Over Soba
Conversation, Culture, and Authentic Handmade Soba — All in One Experience
Experience Japanese through conversation, culture, and dining in a relaxed, real-life setting with Yasuko, journalist, broadcaster, and Japanese educator. Set at Uzuki, a thoughtfully designed contemporary soba restaurant in Brooklyn, this unique experience invites guests to engage with the language through real-life dining interactions and cultural moments. Each session is thoughtfully curated, with themes that evolve based on the season, workshop, and participants’ interests.
Immersive Japanese Experience
All Language levels are welcome !
From the moment you enter the restaurant — greeting staff, placing your order, reacting to the meal, and saying goodbye naturally — you’ll be introduced to practical Japanese used in real-life situations.
Rather than focusing on grammar or memorization, these workshops offer a more immersive way to experience Japanese — through food, culture, and everyday communication.
Whether you're completely new to Japanese or already studying the language, this is an opportunity to engage with it naturally in a thoughtful and memorable setting.
Japanese Lessons & Workshops Over Soba
SMALL GROUP WORKSHOPS
Solo guests are welcome!
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Open to all Japanese levels, from beginners to advanced learners
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Ideal for travelers preparing for a trip to Japan
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Perfect for those interested in Japanese culture, food, or anime
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A relaxed and engaging way to enjoy conversation over authentic soba
Private group workshops for families, friends, schools, or companies are also available upon request.
WHEN
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Sundays and select weekdays (Monday–Thursday)
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Start times typically around noon or 4:00–5:00 pm
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Approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes
*Schedule is subject to change.
WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE EXPERIENCE
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Welcome Soba tea
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Relaxed conversation and introductions
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An introduction to Japanese food culture and dining etiquette
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Practical Japanese lessons and speaking practice
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Useful Japanese phrases for restaurants and travel
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Enjoying Uzuki’s signature gluten-free soba together
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Post-meal conversation, a soba-yu experience, and reflection
WHAT IS INCLUDED
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Soba tea
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Signature Soba (Duck Shio or Vegan)
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A seasonal mini appetizer
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Mini dessert
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A traditional Soba-yu experience
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A mini Japanese lesson handout based on the day’s workshop
100% gluten-free Soba
Vegan-friendly options available
PRICE
$150 /per person
Please note that gratuity for the server and applicable New York sales tax are not included in the price.
You Will Learn
A Relaxed, Real-Life Language Experience with Yasuko
Workshop themes vary depending on the season, participants’ interests, and language level.
Examples may include:
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Japanese greetings and self-introductions
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Useful restaurant phrases and ordering in Japanese
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Expressing reactions naturally in conversation
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Japanese dining etiquette and food culture
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Travel-related Japanese conversation
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The history and traditions of Soba
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Everyday conversational expressions used in real-life situations
Join the Next Workshop at Uzuki
Learn Japanese Over Soba! Suitable for all levels.
Following the soba workshop, you have the option to continue learning...
PRIVATE LESSONS
A More Personalized Way to Continue Learning Japanese
For those who wish to go further, Yasuko offers private lessons designed around your individual goals and pace. Thoughtfully tailored to your needs, these lessons focus on natural communication, refined expression, and cultural nuance.
In-person / Online sessions
