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Tokyo Sushi Making Class: Learn from a Pro Chef★ 4.98 (1,502) · 1h 30m
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Asakusa Sushi Making Class: Whisk Matcha & Unlimited Sake★ 4.99 (83) · 1h 30m
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Tokyo Ramen & Sushi Cooking Class: Small Group, Cultural Exchange★ 5.00 (123) · 3h
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✓ 2026-09-29Real price per person across the 18 options: JP¥ 5,980–JP¥ 50,000 (median JP¥ 13,000). With 100+ reviews: 11 of 18.
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Tokyo: Sushi Making Class in Asakusa with English GuideYou’ll step inside a cozy kitchen near Sensoji Temple for hands-on sushi making with a local instructor. Try your hand at nigiri and maki rolls, share laughs over imperfect shapes, and taste your own creations. It’s not just about learning — you’ll feel that warm welcome only Tokyo can offer.
Sushi Making Class near Tokyo Tower: Learn Nigiri from a ChefA 90-minute sushi making class near Tokyo Tower in Higashiazabu where a chef teaches you to make nigiri sushi in English, then you eat the dishes you've prepared. The experience includes tuna, salmon and other popular sushi ingredients; you can also wear a Japanese costume. Children under 3 join free by sharing a dish with an adult when arranged in advance.Is it for me?Book this class if you want to learn a real skill from someone who does it every day, eat what you've made, and spend 90 minutes in a Japanese-style space without arranging anything else in Tokyo that afternoon.
Tokyo Sushi Making Class: Learn Maki, Nigiri & TemariA 90-minute sushi-making class in Tokyo where you learn sushi history and etiquette through quizzes, then make maki sushi, nigiri sushi, and temari sushi with hands-on instruction from English or Chinese-speaking staff. Vegetarian and allergy menus are available; children from age 4 are welcome.Is it for me?Choose the maki and temari course if you want to start with the easiest technique and build confidence; pick the maki and nigiri course if you're more interested in the style that dominates Japanese restaurants. Either way, the 90-minute window keeps the pace brisk and the learning focused, so you leave with three techniques you can actually remember and repeat at home.
Tokyo: Japanese Knife Workshop & Tuna Don or Sushi MakingYou’ll start in a real Tokyo kitchen learning how to handle Japanese knives before slicing fresh tuna for your own donburi or sushi lunch. Watch your instructor’s technique up close, practice sharpening blades yourself, then sit down to enjoy your handmade meal with miso soup and sake tasting. It’s hands-on and surprisingly personal—you might even laugh at your first clumsy slice.
Asakusa Sushi Making Class: Hands-On & Chef ShowsA two-hour sushi-making class in Asakusa where you sit at the counter, watch live chef demonstrations including a samurai sword performance and futomaki rolling, then make your own sushi under instruction from professional chefs. The experience includes a full sushi course, chef performances and interactive elements; vegan, Muslim-friendly and lighter one-hour options are available, and a three-hour version adds a night walk through Asakusa wearing samurai armor past Kaminarimon Gate and Senso-ji Temple.Is it for me?Book the SHOGUN Course if you want to both watch and make sushi in one sitting — the two-hour format gives you time for demonstrations, tasting and hands-on rolling without rushing. Choose the SAMURAI Course if you prefer a shorter experience focused on watching chef performances and tasting without the rolling instruction. Add the night walk if you want to explore Asakusa landmarks in samurai armor after the meal.
Sushi Making & Sake Tasting in Shibuya: Michelin-Listed ClassA hands-on sushi-making class at Tachiguisushi Sushikawa, a Michelin-listed standing sushi restaurant in Shibuya, where you dress in a chef's uniform, learn traditional nigiri techniques from expert chefs, and taste your own creations paired with Japanese sake. The class runs 90 minutes in a small group; you choose between a Basic plan (14 pieces total, 3 sake types) or a Luxury plan (20 pieces with premium ingredients, 5 sake types). All tools, the chef's outfit and sake tasting are included, plus commemorative chopsticks to take home.Is it for me?Book the Basic plan if you want a solid introduction to nigiri technique and a taste of how sake pairs with sushi; the Luxury plan is worth it if you want to spend more time with premium ingredients and explore a wider range of sake. Either way, the small-group format means you get real instruction instead of watching from a distance.
Sushi Making Class in Kanda: 14-Piece Tasting with ChefA 2-hour sushi class at an authentic Edomae counter in Kanda where you taste a 14-piece omakase course, watch a professional chef demonstrate simmering, searing, marinating and wrapping, compare premium versus standard ingredients and wasabi, and step into the chef's workspace for photos. An English-speaking guide leads the session; families with children can book a kids' meal and dedicated seating instead.Is it for me?Book the adult plan if you want to sit at the counter and taste the full 14-piece course; choose the child plan if your kids are under 12 and prefer a kid-friendly meal and dedicated seating in the Kids' Room, understanding that children on the adult plan sit at the counter with everyone else.
Tsukiji Fish Market Sushi Class: Make & Eat Fresh SushiA 2-hour sushi making class and guided market tour at Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo, hosted by a 100-year market family. You walk through hidden shops and specialty stalls with an English-speaking local, then move into the kitchen to make 10 sushi pieces—tuna, salmon, vegetable rolls, inari sushi and a tuna roll—using fresh ingredients from the market and authentic Japanese knives. Your finished sushi goes into an original handcrafted wooden bento box, which you eat on-site. The group stays under 8 people, and children ages 3–9 get 20% off.Is it for me?At 2 hours total, this fits into a morning or afternoon without consuming your whole day, leaving time to explore more of Tokyo before or after. The class is hands-on and you eat what you make, so it works best if you are comfortable with raw fish and can arrive 10 minutes early to start on time.
Tokyo: Private Sushi Making Class with Michelin ChefYou’ll get hands-on with classic nigiri, maki rolls, and gunkan during this private Tokyo sushi making class led by a Michelin-trained chef. Learn why seasonality matters as you slice, shape, and taste your own creations—plus enjoy stories and laughs with local guides along the way.
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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Tour & Sushi Making with ChefYou’ll walk through Tokyo’s bustling Tsukiji Fish Market with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Then head upstairs for a hands-on sushi making class with a professional chef—expect sticky fingers, laughter over imperfect rolls, and lunch featuring your own creations plus tea and dashi soup. It’s lively, genuine, sometimes messy—and leaves you with more than just photos.
Tokyo Tsukiji Market Food Tour & Sushi Cooking ClassYou’ll meet your guide at Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple before weaving through Tokyo’s bustling Tsukiji Outer Fish Market—sampling snacks and learning local secrets—then head to Japan’s largest cooking school for a hands-on sushi lesson. Enjoy your homemade lunch with new friends and take home recipes (and maybe some imperfect sushi rolls). It’s lively but never overwhelming—just honest fun.
Tokyo Cooking Class: Market Shopping & Sushi Making with SakeYou’ll shop at a Tokyo market with a local guide who shares ingredient tips, then cook classic dishes like makisushi and dashimaki tamago together in a cozy studio. Taste four types of Japanese sake with your meal and bring home recipes to relive those flavors later—the laughter and warmth will stick with you.
Tokyo: Ramen & Sushi Cooking Class with Sake PairingYou’ll jump into Tokyo’s flavors by making ramen from scratch, shaping your own nigiri sushi (even if it turns out lopsided), and tasting sake picked to match your meal—all guided by friendly locals who make you feel welcome from the start. It’s hands-on, relaxed, and leaves you with skills you’ll want to show off back home.
Tokyo: Sushi Making Class & Lunch with Local InstructorsYou’ll join a small group in Tokyo for a hands-on sushi making class led by local instructors—rolling nigiri, crafting tamagoyaki, and sharing laughs over sticky rice attempts. Enjoy your creations with miso soup and fresh wasabi at the end. It’s not just about learning recipes—it’s about feeling part of something real for an afternoon.
Tokyo Fish Markets: Sushi Class & Tuna Cutting at ToyosuYou’ll walk Tokyo’s legendary Toyosu & Tsukiji fish markets with a small group and local guide, sample street snacks you’d never find alone, then learn tuna cutting from a real sushi chef before making your own nigiri lunch. Expect laughter, surprising flavors, and those rare moments where you feel part of something local—even if your sushi looks wonky.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 18 of the 18 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last up to 2 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Tokyo Sushi Making Class: Learn from a Pro Chef is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.98 out of 5 across 1,502 reviews.
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