In this Family Experience, we will go through what makes a Japanese Bento special!
Japanese lunch boxes, or “O-bento”, are hand-crafted meals that balance flavour, nutrition, seasonality, and visual beauty. More than just food, bento culture reflects everyday Japanese life, creativity, and care for others.
Together, families will visit a local kitchen space where a Japanese home-style cooking instructor will introduce the fundamentals of bento-making, from ingredient selection and preparation to traditional presentation techniques. Participants will learn how colours, shapes, and textures are thoughtfully combined to create a well-balanced meal that is both delicious and aesthetically pleasing.
During this hands-on session, both children and adults will prepare several classic bento dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Families will assemble their own bento boxes, learning simple techniques they can recreate at home. The experience encourages creativity, teamwork, and cultural discovery in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
After completing the bento boxes, families will sit down together to enjoy the meal they have prepared, sharing stories and insights into Japanese food culture. Participants will also gain a deeper understanding of bento etiquette and how bento plays a role in school lunches, work life, and special occasions in Japan.
This experience is designed to be interactive, educational, and fun for all ages—offering families a meaningful way to connect with Japanese culture through food.
*If the weather permits, families will be able to enjoy their bento lunch in the middle of the serene and beautiful nature of Kamakura.
Transportation Information:
Gather at Kita-Kamakura station to then walk 15 minutes to Takara-No-Niwa area.
Please Note:
Inform us if you have any allergies dietary restrictions or preferences.
Duration: Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes for each session
Schedule: Saturday, 28th of February, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM, 11:45 AM - 02:15 PM
(If we reach the required amount of participant for one session, we will add another session for 11:45 AM to 02:15 PM)
Meeting Point: Kita-Kamakura Station West Exit Square
Activity Location: Takara-No-Niwa
What is included:
Ingredients and kitchen tools for cooking
Lunch
What to bring:
Apron
Bandana or Hair-clip (for those with long hair)
Towel
Minimum Participants Required: 8 person per session/16 person total
Maximum Participants: 12 person per session/24 person total
Terms & Conditions:
Each individual must purchase an individual ticket to secure their spot.
Sign-up Deadline: Friday, February 13th at 12:00 PM.
Additional Dates: If an experience is fully booked, it will be marked as an "Informational Post." If demand exceeds the minimum participant requirement, we will make every effort to coordinate an additional date with our partner.
No Date Changes: If the event sells out and we add another date, families will not be able to switch dates. They must attend on their original booking date.
Pricing analysis: The final price includes a 15% Boundless Life fee (12% management fee + 3% card processing fee).
Refunds: May be subject to processing fees, as outlined in the Terms of Service.
In case of a Dry Air Warning or a Strong Wind Warning, lighting an open fire is prohibited by Japanese law, and we will focus on trail walking, oven firing or other alternative activities.
All else in accordance with the Terms of Service
In this Family Experience, we will go through what makes a Japanese Bento special!
Japanese lunch boxes, or “O-bento”, are hand-crafted meals that balance flavour, nutrition, seasonality, and visual beauty. More than just food, bento culture reflects everyday Japanese life, creativity, and care for others.
Together, families will visit a local kitchen space where a Japanese home-style cooking instructor will introduce the fundamentals of bento-making, from ingredient selection and preparation to traditional presentation techniques. Participants will learn how colours, shapes, and textures are thoughtfully combined to create a well-balanced meal that is both delicious and aesthetically pleasing.
During this hands-on session, both children and adults will prepare several classic bento dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Families will assemble their own bento boxes, learning simple techniques they can recreate at home. The experience encourages creativity, teamwork, and cultural discovery in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
After completing the bento boxes, families will sit down together to enjoy the meal they have prepared, sharing stories and insights into Japanese food culture. Participants will also gain a deeper understanding of bento etiquette and how bento plays a role in school lunches, work life, and special occasions in Japan.
This experience is designed to be interactive, educational, and fun for all ages—offering families a meaningful way to connect with Japanese culture through food.
*If the weather permits, families will be able to enjoy their bento lunch in the middle of the serene and beautiful nature of Kamakura.
Transportation Information:
Gather at Kita-Kamakura station to then walk 15 minutes to Takara-No-Niwa area.
Please Note:
Inform us if you have any allergies dietary restrictions or preferences.
Duration: Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes for each session
Schedule: Saturday, 28th of February, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM, 11:45 AM - 02:15 PM
(If we reach the required amount of participant for one session, we will add another session for 11:45 AM to 02:15 PM)
Meeting Point: Kita-Kamakura Station West Exit Square
Activity Location: Takara-No-Niwa
What is included:
Ingredients and kitchen tools for cooking
Lunch
What to bring:
Apron
Bandana or Hair-clip (for those with long hair)
Towel
Minimum Participants Required: 8 person per session/16 person total
Maximum Participants: 12 person per session/24 person total
Terms & Conditions:
Each individual must purchase an individual ticket to secure their spot.
Sign-up Deadline: Friday, February 13th at 12:00 PM.
Additional Dates: If an experience is fully booked, it will be marked as an "Informational Post." If demand exceeds the minimum participant requirement, we will make every effort to coordinate an additional date with our partner.
No Date Changes: If the event sells out and we add another date, families will not be able to switch dates. They must attend on their original booking date.
Pricing analysis: The final price includes a 15% Boundless Life fee (12% management fee + 3% card processing fee).
Refunds: May be subject to processing fees, as outlined in the Terms of Service.
In case of a Dry Air Warning or a Strong Wind Warning, lighting an open fire is prohibited by Japanese law, and we will focus on trail walking, oven firing or other alternative activities.
All else in accordance with the Terms of Service
