does anybody know of a place where cooking lessons are given for beginners in Tokyo ? The lessons would need to be given in English . I know its a big ask but if anyone could point me in the right direction would be extremly grateful.
Have you tried the tourism board ?
Otherwise, friendly older grannies taught me everything i know about Japanese cooking... just find one who'd like to practice English, French, or whathever language she is studying to kill time and that you may know as well....
You'll make her day (not so many occupations for the elder over there) and she'll make yours !