ABC Cooking Studio is one of Japan's largest cooking-school networks, and its LUMINE Ikebukuro branch on the 10th floor embodies the brand's philosophy of using food as a springboard for connection and lifestyle enrichment. The studio was conceived around a 'communication' concept, aiming to bring people together through the shared pleasure of cooking. Classes cover three main disciplines -- cooking (Japanese and Western dishes), bread-making and cake decoration -- each taught in small groups with step-by-step guidance from experienced instructors. Trial lessons are available for first-timers at a reduced fee, covering accessible recipes such as classic meat-and-potato stew (niku jaga) with properly cooked rice and miso soup, or decorative roll cakes. The sessions are hands-on rather than demonstration-based, so you actually prepare and cook the dishes yourself. The studio operates from 10:00 to 22:00 on Saturdays and 10:00 to 21:00 on Sundays, with weekday hours following the LUMINE building's schedule, making it feasible to attend after work. Advance booking is essential, particularly for trial lessons. The LUMINE Ikebukuro location is directly above the station, so access is straightforward even for first-time visitors to the area.
Opens tomorrow at 10 am
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The variety of techniques and dishes on offer has expanded. However, the cooking school I originally attended has shut down—though they called it a ''''merger,'''' I believe it was due to the pandemic making it unviable. Another school in the area ...
H. K.
Since June 2022, the company has instituted women-only days, prohibiting men from attending classes. The policy is said to have been put in place by auditor Shinji Ishihara.
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I paid 550 yen for a trial class, anticipating some sales pressure, but the pushiness exceeded my expectations.
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I enrolled in a beginner cooking class, but the instructor spent most of the time promoting products rather than teaching. It felt like I was paying a high price just to be marketed to, which was a disappointment.
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ABC Cooking Studio
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Japanese Meal Spread
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Fruit and Cream Cake
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Breakfast Spread on Wooden Table
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Coconut-Crusted Pastries on a Wooden Table
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Cherry and Cream Pastries in Box
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Baked Goods on Cooling Rack
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Almond and Chocolate Buns
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Baking Workshop Scene
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Crescent Rolls in Foil
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Dessert with Strawberry
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Fruit Jellies in Clear Cubes
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ABC Cooking Studio Interior View
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Food Spread on Wooden Table
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Baking Preparation Scene
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Steak and Side Dish Platter
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ABC Cooking Studio Meal Spread
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Olive Bread
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Breakfast or brunch meal spread
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Baked Pastries on Cooling Rack
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Food Plate with Soup and Sandwiches
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Cheese and Tomato Pie
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ABC Cooking Studio Lunch Set
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Dish of pickled radish with rice bowl
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Japanese Meal Setting with Gyoza and Rice Bowl
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Freshly Baked Baguettes on Cooling Rack
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Baking Preparation Scene
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ABC Cooking Studio Meal Spread
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Bowl of rice with seaweed and side dishes
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Winnie the Pooh Bun
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Lunch Plate with Steak and Salad
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Japanese Meal with Fried Chicken and Rice
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Baked Goods on Cooling Rack
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Strawberry and Blueberry Cake
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Japanese Meal Spread
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Breakfast Table Setting
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Dining Table with Chinese Food
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Japanese Meal Spread
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Dish with tofu and green chili
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Radish and Lettuce Salad
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Curry Meal with Salad and Milk
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Tomato Soup and Pastry
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Jalapeño Breadsticks on Cooling Rack
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Lemon and Blueberry Desserts
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Chocolate Cake with Cherries
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Fruit Layer Cake Slice
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Baked Goods in Box
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Salad with Radish and Mushrooms
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Coconut-Crusted Desserts on a Wooden Table
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Japanese Meal Spread
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Strawberry Pastries on Cooling Rack
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