Tokyo · TOKYO SUSHI CLASSES
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Look beyond the finished plate to the teaching. Compare knife work, rice preparation, class size and how much hands-on time each session gives you.
Learn sushi rolls and nigiri step by step in Asakusa near Senso-ji, then eat your creations. Small class, English guidance.
“This was so fun! Ellie, Moe, and the behind the scenes team were so kind and engaging. The food was delicious, and we learned a lot. Suitable for anyone who likes sushi and wants to learn how it is prepared.”
Make maki and authentic sushi in Asakusa, near Skytree. English guide, quiz on sushi history, eat what you make in 100 minutes.
“Our sushi-making class was such a wonderful experience from start to finish. Our teacher, Hitomi, was absolutely amazing - so sweet, thoughtful, and patient. She made every step easy and fun to follow. The whole team had such positive energy, which created a really comfortable and happy atmosphere. It never felt rushed, and everyone was smiling, laughing, and truly enjoying the process together. I not only learned how to make sushi, but also felt like I was part of something special for the hour.”
Learn nigiri sushi in Tokyo while wearing a happi coat. Beginner-friendly, hands-on, and ends with a real lunch for $42.
“It was really fun thing to do.Mizuki was my teacher, she was very helpful, place is cozy and I’m sure I can make sushi at home now.”
Learn to make nigiri and maki in Tsukiji with a pro chef, English support, and a handmade sushi lunch in about 90 minutes.
“Wonderful sushi, and very good history and information. Thanks AJ for all the extra effort in the rain.”
Walk Tokyo’s outer Tsukiji, learn sushi skills from a pro, then eat your nigiri plus dashi and green tea. Small-group, 4 hours.
“Fantastic experience! Welcoming and knowledgeable hosts (Monami, Ishii and Miky). A great experience and made the fish market and our trip to Japan much more enriching. Highly recommend!!”
Learn sushi from a pro in Tsukiji. Watch fish prep, make nigiri and maki, then eat with fresh wasabi, dashi, and green tea.
“Our tour guide; Tack for the walking tour was amazing! So kind, friendly, funny and knowledge - would recommend him to everyone!! The cooking class was so much fun and we learnt so much.”
Hands-on Tokyo sushi making class with English-speaking locals. Learn rice, nigiri, rolls, tamagoyaki, then eat your creations.
“This was all around a great experience. The hosts were wonderful and so friendly. We took our 7 year old, sushi obsessed daughter and they were incredibly helpful and patient with her learning. Cannot recommend this high enough.”
Tsukiji Outer Market walk and ABC sushi lesson with an English guide. Taste seafood, cook washoku, then eat your lunch.
“Great experience. The local guide was great and the food instructor was also very knowledgeable. Highly recommended”
Sushi Garyu near Tokyo Tower, an English-led class where you roll salmon and tuna sushi, eat it right away, and get dress-up photos.
“It was fun and surprisingly easy! And tasty! The instructor and others there were very helpful and friendly and spoke English well. It was a very clean and pleasant space as well.”
Hands-on 3-hour sushi class in Tokyo. Learn nigiri, inari, hosomaki, and California rolls, then eat your creations with miso soup.
“This was such a lovely experience! We had great time and learned a lot in the process. The hosts are so sweet and accommodating. Don’t hesitate to book and come hungry! :)”
Make maki, temari, and nigiri in Tokyo. Small-group class with English help, fresh seafood, optional sake or shochu, and photos.
“We had a lovely time at the sushi making class. Travelled with two kids. The hosts were very friendly and patient. We loved learning how to make the sushi and enjoyed eating it with fellow travellers.”
Private sushi making in Tokyo with a sushi master: nigiri, maki, and gunkan at a Michelin-starred restaurant, with quiz and photos.
“What an amazing experience, as a solo traveller and chef, I’ve learned alot in the process of making sushi and the flavors behind it. Both were amazing and insightful. Thank you Chef for your passion and precision as every bite was to be savored. Highlight of my trip! Thanks guys 🇨🇦”
Learn nigiri and gunkan in Tokyo with hands-on instruction, vegan options, and all gear provided. Eat what you make in about 90 minutes.
“Enjoyed the class and appreciated the amount of fish and time provided. Perfect for larger groups and families.”
Asakusa sushi making class with Kagami-biraki sake opening, torched salmon gunkan, and hands-on matcha whisking, finished in 90 minutes.
“What a brilliant experience! The instructor was so fun, welcoming and knowledgeable. Completely exceeded my expectations. It was an amazing, relaxing and special activity to do. Thank you for going above and beyond for me!”
Learn nigiri at a Michelin-listed standing sushi spot in Shibuya, make 10 pieces, taste 10 more, and take home chopsticks.
“Don’t miss out on this chance for real learning and delicious food! After suiting up with sushi chef outfits, our chef and teacher taught us the deceivingly simple method for making sushi — it was hard to make our nigiri look as perfect as the master chef’s nigiri! We worked with beautiful cuts of fish and had a great time crafting and eating.”
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