🍙✨Onigiri & Japanese Food Culture Education, Experience,

Hello everyone!
I’m Taka, and I host Japanese community parties with the idea that “good food and fun should be shared with everyone.”

Thanks to your support, I’ve been hosting monthly food-themed events in Christchurch to connect people through delicious Japanese cuisine.

🌸 This month’s event is…

A hands-on Onigiri (Japanese rice ball) making workshop!
We want children living in New Zealand to discover authentic Japanese food culture through this fun and educational experience.

At our recent Japan FIESTA, the onigiri we sold were incredibly popular, with many people saying “I want to eat them again!”
So this time, we’re bringing it back as an interactive workshop.✨

Part of the proceeds from this event will be donated to the Christchurch Japanese Supplementary School.

This workshop is part of Japanese ‘Shokuiku’ (Food Education), which teaches not only cooking skills but also respect for food, health, and culture

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🏫 What is the Christchurch Japanese Supplementary School?

The Christchurch Japanese Supplementary School is a Ministry of Education-approved weekend school where children from Japanese families learn Japanese language, culture, maths, and more every Saturday.
It helps support their studies upon returning to Japan, maintain their Japanese language, and deepen their understanding of Japanese culture so they can feel proud of their roots.

Your participation will help support the learning and future of these children.

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👨‍🍳 Special Guest Host
• Mr. Murata, owner of a popular onigiri shop in Tokushima, Japan
Instagram: @m.onigiri_s

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✅ Event Highlights

✔ Food education for the next generation
✔ Learn authentic Japanese food culture in New Zealand
✔ Create community connections
✔ A welcoming space for new residents
✔ Rediscover the joy of handmade food
✔ Share the experience with others
✔ Discover healthy meals using natural ingredients

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📖 What’s included?

✅ An introduction to the history and culture of onigiri
✅ Live demonstration on how to shape and fill onigiri properly
✅ Taste freshly made onigiri and miso soup
✅ Q&A about onigiri and Japanese food culture

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🗓️ Event Details

🌟 Date: Sunday, July 27th, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
🌟 Location: Christchurch city (final venue will be confirmed depending on group size)
🌟 Fee: $30 NZD per adult / $10 NZD per child (under 12) / Free for children under 5 (cash only)
🌟 Capacity: 10people (booking required)
🌟 What to bring: Your own drink, takeaway container if you wish to bring some home

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💡 About the participation fee

Your $40 fee includes:

• A hands-on workshop with Mr. Murata, an onigiri specialist
• Tips and techniques for making delicious onigiri
• Premium Japanese rice, specially selected seaweed, unique fillings, and miso soup – ingredients sourced directly from Japan
• Freshly made onigiri and miso soup tasting
• A donation to support the Christchurch Japanese Supplementary School

Cooking workshops in New Zealand typically range from $50–$80,
so this is an excellent value for an interactive, cultural food experience.😊
Join us not just for a meal, but for an unforgettable experience.

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👶 This event is perfect for all ages, from young children to adults.
Come and enjoy a delicious time together while experiencing authentic Japanese food culture. 😊

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🔗 Bookings & Enquiries

Please DM or contact me via Instagram ➡️ @takachef_kitchen

Spots are filling up quickly, and bookings will close once we reach capacity.
If you’re interested, send me a message soon. Looking forward to seeing you there!