Japan · SUSHI MAKING CLASSES
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 sushi making classes justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part of planning.
Learn sushi rolls and nigiri in Asakusa near Senso-ji. Small-group English help, then you eat what you make.
“This was a great cold and experience. Step by step sushi making which definitely made it less intimidating as a thought to to make at home. The instructor was very kind, patient and knowledgeable. I recommend this to everyone tha come to Tokyo.”
Make maki rolls and nigiri in Asakusa, near Sensoji and Tokyo Skytree. English guidance, sushi-history quiz, 100 minutes, $58.
“The guides were great and extremely enthusiastic! The ingredients were super fresh, I just feel that the tour needs another 30 mins. It felt slightly rushed, the extra time would make it a little less rushed.”
Make nigiri and roll sushi in Asakusa near Sensoji Temple. 1h40 class in English, learn sushi tips, eat what you make.
“This was a great way to spend a few hours in Tokyo. Our instructors—Yui, Emi, and Mikoki (if I caught her name correctly)—were excellent and very helpful. We learned a lot and enjoyed the sushi. If you want sake, there’s an additional charge.”
Tokyo sushi class: learn nigiri with tuna and salmon in a happi coat. English-speaking chef, 90 minutes, $42, plus a full meal.
“Thank you! It was a lot of fun and a really interesting new experience. I also appreciated the beautiful picture spots in the Japanese outfits.”
Hands-on Osaka sushi class near Dotonbori. Make maki rolls and nigiri with an English instructor, then eat what you make. Small group.
“It was a good class. A little less history and more sushi making and eating time would have been nice. A good informative class though.”
Hands-on Tokyo sushi making in Tsukiji with a pro chef. Learn nigiri and rolls, make 6 pieces, and enjoy your own lunch.
“We had a wonderful time learning to make sushi with a sushi master! From the demonstration of how to cut the fish to the actual hands on making of the sushi. It was all so fun!! Plus the sushi tasted so wonderful.”
Tokyo night foodie tour in Shinjuku: seasonal sushi, shichirin-grilled Wagyu, Kabuki-cho walk, and dessert or a drink.
“Oh it was an unexpected delight. Everything we experienced was so authentic and well explained. The food choices were delicious and the walk around tour of Shinjuku was a highlight. Our guide was so charming and professional and really did an amazing job.”
Outer Tsukiji walk plus a pro-chef sushi class. Learn 5 nigiri types and a roll, then eat your lunch for about $104.
“Tad gave us a great tour through Tsukiji Market and we really enjoyed the whole experience of learning how to make sushi as well. Would highly recommend. We did this tour with our 12 and 16 year old sons and they enjoyed it too.”
Make sushi in Kyoto, learn rice and proper technique, then eat your 10-piece nigiri and roll creation with English guidance in Kawaramachi.
“These girls wee terrific. They gave hands on instructions and were very patient with first time sushi makers. They enabled us to make outstanding types of sushi. Which we enjoyed immensely. Our parting gifts were adorable. We highly recommend, good for all ages.”
Hands-on Tsukiji sushi making with an English guide and pro chef. Fresh market ingredients, real utensils, and a full sushi meal from $63.
“Mr Tanaka was an amazing teacher, and Ms. Soteko was always super nice and patient”
Small-group Kyoto sushi class near Gion: learn nigiri and maki in 8-person lessons with fresh fish, tea, and a meal included.
“Kana is a fantastic teacher, not only about making sushi but about traditional Japanese culture. HIGHLY recommend this experience! Also, come hungry because you’ll be making a lot of sushi!”
Make 12 sushi pieces in Dotonbori with English instruction, vegetarian and halal options, plus a certificate and photo. 1.5 hours.
“Fun experience and tasty as well as educational. I feel ready to impress my friends and family with homemade sushi now.”
A small-group Tsukiji Outer Fish Market walk plus a hands-on washoku lesson at ABC Cooking Travel, ending with lunch and drinks.
“Fantastic trip.... and guide was very good and friendly. Loved the sushi making class.. very well organised knowledgeable.”
Hands-on Tokyo sushi class in a small English group. Learn sushi rice, nigiri, rolls, and eat your own sushi with miso soup.
“This experience was the highlight of our day! Our guides were incredibly helpful, very detailed with their explanations, and offered assistance at every turn. The ingredients were all very fresh and well prepared, and we had no trouble jumping right into the process.”
Make nigiri and rolls in Osaka Namba with English-speaking instructors. Includes sushi meal, ingredients, and a small gift in 90 minutes.
“Amazing experience incredibly friendly staff they also gave us a gift basket at the end of the sushi making class I would definitely go again”
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