On March 28, 2026, a captivating culinary workshop featuring renowned chef and nutritionist Akari Hasegawa will be held at ABC Cooking Studio in Marunouchi. This special event, hosted by Yamaya Communications, aims to introduce attendees to the wonders of 'Umadashi', an exquisite dashi pack composed of six meticulously selected ingredients that create a rich, flavorful base for various dishes.
Yamaya's Umadashi is designed for home cooks who may find it challenging to gather the right dashi ingredients. Simply by simmering the pack in water or adding its contents directly into dishes, anyone can achieve a perfect flavor profile. The workshop will provide an opportunity for participants to taste and experience the essence of Umadashi in various forms. Guests will enjoy a tasting session along with a live demonstration of Umadashi recipes by Akari Hasegawa herself, who has garnered significant acclaim across social media platforms for her innovative cooking techniques.
Attendees will have the chance to engage in several activities during this 90-minute session. Participants can enjoy a tasting of Umadashi, hear from Yamaya staff about the unique features and proper use of the product, and witness Hasegawa demonstrate two original Umadashi recipes:
- - Crispy Chinese Cabbage and Chicken in Ume Dashi
- - Flavorful Dashi Curry Water Dumplings with plenty of condiments.
The event will also include the exclusive sale of 'Umadashi 10-pack' at a price of 1,100 yen (cash only), and each participant will leave with a special gift featuring the latest Yamaya products.
This workshop is a perfect blend of learning and tasting. Participants will find that the simplicity of Umadashi, which can enhance the flavors of any dish, is truly remarkable. By utilizing high-quality ingredients such as charcoal-grilled flying fish, Katsubushi from Makurazaki, and premium dried shiitake mushrooms, Umadashi ensures that home cooking achieves restaurant-quality taste effortlessly.
Event Details:
- - Date: March 28, 2026
- - Sessions: 1) 13:00 - 14:30 2) 16:00 - 17:30
- - Duration: 90 minutes per session
- - Location: ABC Cooking Studio Marunouchi Ground, 1-4-5 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005
- - Participation Fee: 1,100 yen (tax included)
- - Capacity: 25 participants per session
- - What to Bring: None required
- - Registration URL: ABC Cooking Studio Event Registration
About Akari Hasegawa:
Akari Hasegawa, born in Saitama Prefecture in 1996, is a celebrated chef and nutritionist who began her career as a child actor. After studying nutrition at university, she found her passion for recipe development through social media, leading to a flourishing career. Now, she shares her culinary knowledge widely through magazines, websites, and her own published recipes. Connect with her on X (formerly Twitter) @akari_hasegawa or on Instagram @akari_hasegawa0105.
What is Umadashi?
Umadashi is a dashi pack that has sold over 700,000 units, effortlessly blending six premium ingredients in a balanced ratio for home cooks. With its ease of use—just simmering or adding directly to recipes—this product is popular for achieving rich flavors in various culinary creations. With balanced seasoning from salt, sugar, and soy sauce, Umadashi complements any dish beautifully, making it an essential item for any kitchen.
Yamaya Communications is committed to preserving and promoting Kyushu's culinary heritage through its products, including its famous Karashi Mentaiko.
Company Information:
- - Name: Yamaya Communications Co., Ltd.
- - Representative: Masahide Yamamoto
- - Headquarters: 1-1-1 Irodori-dai, Sasaguri-cho, Kasuya-gun, Fukuoka 811-2418
- - Business Focus: Manufacturing and selling Karashi Mentaiko, seafood, food processing, and dining services.
- - Website: Yamaya Official Site