Savoring Japan: An Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience - November 17th

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 6:00-7:30 pm

UW-Stout Polytechnic, Communication Technologies, Room 130

Register HERE.

Discover the flavors of Japan through Okonomiyaki (お好み焼き), a savory pan-fried dish often described as a Japanese comfort food favorite. In this hands-on cooking workshop, you'll learn about the history and cultural significance of Okonomiyaki while preparing your own version under the guidance of your instructor using Okonomiyaki flour, shredded cabbage, and a variety of customizable ingredients cooked on a flat griddle. Enjoy your freshly prepared Okonomiyaki and take home the knowledge and skills to recreate it for family and friends!

Youth (age 12 and up) are welcome but must be registered and accompanied by a parent or guardian. All materials are provided. 

What will you gain?

Learn about the history and cultural significance of Okonomiyaki. Practice making your own Japanese savory pancake under the guidance of your instructor using traditional ingredients and techniques. Enjoy your freshly prepared Okonomiyaki and take home the knowledge and skills to recreate it for family and friends

Who is your instructor?

Hailing from Nara, Japan, Keiko Morikawa is a Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI) Coordinator based at UW-Stout through summer 2027. In this role, Keiko leads Japanese cultural events, workshops, and presentations on campus and in the surrounding community and region. Class topics span longstanding Japanese traditions like origami, calligraphy, archery, tea ceremonies, cooking, and storytelling to modern cultural phenomena like games, anime, and popular movie-makers like Studio Ghibli.  

Important Notes:

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Register at least 7 days before the course start date with the following coupon codes to receive 20% off:

• Savory Pancake: EARLYBIRD120

STOUT PROUD DISCOUNT: UW-Stout Polytechnic faculty, staff, students and alumni, reach out to continuinged@uwstout.edu to receive a 20% discount code BEFORE completing the registration form.

FAQs: For Cancellation Policy, Disability Accommodations, and other issues, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page.

Parking: Communication Technologies (building #46 in the Campus Map) - room 130; Lot 14 is the nearest to this location.

Register HERE.

From the UW-Stout Outreach website.