We are a Silver and Bronze-certified Japanese culinary school for foreigners in Tokyo. Learn authentic Japanese cuisine from professionals in Japan.
.png)
About JCAA
Learn Japanese Cuisine from Experienced Chefs
Discover the philosophy behind our motto and training.
At Japan Culinary Arts Academy, students learn directly from professional chefs
who have dedicated their careers to Japanese cuisine.
Our instructors share not only techniques, but also the thinking, discipline, and cultural background behind each dish.
Our Motto
We don’t just teach Japanese techniques.
We teach how Japanese chefs transform ingredients into extraordinary cuisine.
Meet Our Instructor
Learn from Experienced Chef
Chef. Aijiro
Chef Aijiro introduces students to the essential techniques
and mindset behind Japanese cuisine.
Through his lessons, students learn how careful preparation, precision, and respect for ingredients shape the final dish.
Chef. Sugiura
Chef Sugiura shares decades of experience in Japanese cooking, guiding students through the techniques, discipline, and attention to detail that define professional Japanese cuisine.
WHY LEARN WITH JCAA
A Practical Pathway to Japanese Cuisine
JCAA is designed for students who want to learn Japanese cuisine through direct practice,
close guidance, and a structured certification pathway.
Hands-on Training
Learn through chef demonstrations,
direct practice, and close observation
in a professional kitchen environment.
Semi-Private Lessons
Small class sizes allow students to receive personalized guidance tailored
to their goals and skill level.
Language Support
With English interpretation, textbooks, and recipes, students can learn
Japanese cuisine without language barriers.
JCAA Certification Program
What is MAFF?
JCAA offers Bronze and Silver Certification Training under a program supported by MAFF,
Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.
As of September 30, 2025, a total of 3,618 chefs have been certified worldwide,
including 2,377 Bronze, 1,215 Silver, and 26 Gold certification holders.
Our lessons are private/semi-private, so we can
customize
your lessons to align with your
personal goals
and meet your
individual needs
Silver and Bronze
Chef Training Program
We value AUTHENTICITY.
"You are what you eat."
You are what you eat; this is why we value the tools and ingredients we use.
They are the first elements we interact with before our meals.
Our innovative business model aims to partner with instructors from diverse schools for our academy.
This collaboration brings together numerous chefs and educators to enrich students' learning experiences.
Despite being a newly established school in 2024, this approach is a key strength that sets us apart.