Tokyo · WORKSHOPS
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The right choice depends on pace, access and what must fit around it. Use these workshops to protect the rest of the Tokyo day.
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.”
Hand-carve your own chopsticks in Shinjuku using a traditional kanna. Pick Japanese wood types, get patient English help, and take them home.
“I was helped by Ken and Sayaka. Both were incredibly attentive and professional. I was about 20 kinutes early but lol uckily there was an empty seat and they allowed me to sit and get started right away. The whole activity took about an hRead more”
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.”
Make real chopsticks in Ginza, choosing from 24 woods, planing and sanding by hand, then oil-finishing and taking them home.
“Instructor was very kind and always helped. It’s a really cool souvenir”
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.”
Learn ramen and gyoza in Tokyo with YUCa, plus an optional local supermarket stop. Small-group class, lecture, cooking, and tasting.
“Fantastic class, YUCa is a great teacher and very sweet! You get to visit a unique part of Tokyo that isn’t in a touristy area and learn how to make really delicious food!”
Learn matcha in Asakusa with hands-on whisking tips and seasonal Japanese sweets, taught by English hosts in a calm 1-hour class.
“A very education and fun class. Engaging and interesting. Nama is a terrific leader. We learned a lot.”
Train in a real Toyama-ryu dojo in Machida, Tokyo, with iai cutting, gekken sparring, and traditional horseback archery.
“We had a great time in class! Both instructors were amazing. Learned a lot about the history, swords, and practice. We did cutting, sparring, and archery. There were many opportunities to take pictures and videos. Would do again! Thanks Sumida-sensei!”
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.”
Make your own wooden chopsticks in a small Tokyo workshop, learn the culture behind them, and take your finished pair home the same day.
“Very helpful staff and a lovely souvenir. Definitely an arm workout if you're not used to that, but a great end result!”
Make real Japanese chopsticks in Shinjuku, using traditional tools and an English guide, then take your pair home wrapped.
“all of the guides were so lovely and it was a great way to make friends!! definitely recommend 💓”
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”
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.”
Make your own pair of Japanese chopsticks in Shinjuku. Choose wood, carve with a hand plane, sand, oil, and optionally engrave your name.
“Fu was amazing, kind and knowledgeable. I had a great time!!!”
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