The Art of Mindful Japanese Food

The Art of Mindful Japanese Food

A small, intimate gathering to slow down, cook together, and experience the simple beauty of a Japanese meal.

Food is more than what we eat. It is also how we prepare it, how we eat it seasonally, and how we experience it.

In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore the simplest foundations of everyday Japanese food: onigiri, miso soup and pickles. We’ll make everything from scratch, including our own Furikake for the onigiri, and then sit down together to savour the meal we’ve created.

Inspired by ichiju-issai (一汁一菜), the Japanese tradition of a simple meal of one soup and one dish, we’ll explore how a few humble ingredients can come together to create something nourishing, satisfying and deeply comforting.

This is not about learning complicated recipes or perfecting cooking techniques.

It is an invitation to slow down, pay attention, and experience food in a different way,  through making, tasting, sharing and simply being present at the table.

What we’ll experience

Making onigiri from freshly cooked rice and creating our own furikake from scratch
Preparing a nourishing miso soup
Exploring the role of Japanese pickles in a simple meal
Learning about ichiju-issai and the wisdom behind a simple Japanese meal
Sitting down together to taste, savour and enjoy

Come with an appetite, and leave with a renewed appreciation for the simplicity of Japanese food.

Max 8 people ( min 4 people to run this event)

Date : OCT 23 (FRI) 2026
Time : 10:30-13:30
Location : Malmsbury Town Hall (91 Mollison street, Malmsbury)
Things to bring : Apron, pen, tea towel to wipe your hands

Please let me know if you have dietary requirement