The Japan-America Society of North Carolina is pleased to announce that we are now offering monthly Ouchigohan (Japanese home cooking) online classes in conjunction with Table For Two USA, other Japan-America Societies across the country, and JETAA.

July Ouchigohan: Yakitori, Hiyajiru, & Ice-Brewed Green Tea

When: Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 4:00-5:30 PM ET

 

​Cost:

JAS/JS/JETAA Members - $10

Non-Members - $15 
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JASNC Members please use discount code: NorthCarolina​​

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Join us for this month’s family-friendly online Japanese home‑cooking class series おうちごはん OUCHI GOHAN, and cook along from your own kitchen, or simply watch and enjoy! This month’s menu features Yakitori, Hiyajiru, and Ice‑Brewed Green Tea, a refreshing and delicious lineup perfect for summer.

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Yakitori is one of Japan’s most beloved comfort foods: tender pieces of chicken skewered and grilled to perfection, then glazed with a savory-sweet tare sauce or seasoned simply with salt. The smoky aroma and juicy texture make yakitori a favorite at home and at festivals. In this class, you will learn how to prepare the classic sauce, assemble skewers, and grill them using tools you already have in your kitchen.

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Hiyajiru is a chilled miso-based soup from Miyazaki Prefecture, traditionally enjoyed during Japan’s hot summers. Made with miso, sesame, dashi, and fresh vegetables, and poured over cold rice, it’s light, nourishing, and incredibly cooling. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for anyone looking for a healthy and refreshing summer meal.

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We will also explore Ice‑Brewed Green Tea (Kōridashi‑cha), a gentle and naturally sweet style of tea brewed slowly over ice. This method draws out umami and aroma while reducing bitterness, resulting in a beautifully smooth and refreshing drink. The tea demonstration will be led by Yukako Harada, JOI Coordinator at the Japan-America Society of Georgia, who brings her expertise as a certified Japanese Tea Advisor.

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The cooking portion of the class will be taught by Debra Samuels, lead curriculum and recipe developer for Wa‑Shokuiku, a program of Table for Two. Debra is the author of two cookbooks and the 2020 recipient of the John E. Thayer III Award for Outstanding Contributions to Cultural Exchange Between the United States and Japan.

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Advance ticket purchase required. One registration per family.  Members of other Japan/Japan America Societies—please enter your society’s discount code at checkout for member pricing.  JASNC Members please use discount code: NorthCarolina