Tokyo · SUSHI MAKING CLASSES
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Below are the 15 best sushi making classes in Tokyo right now — what each one costs, how long it takes, and which kind of traveller it suits. Start at number one; it’s top for a reason.
Hands-on Tokyo sushi making class near Senso-ji. Learn maki rolls and nigiri, eat your lunch, and leave with tips to cook at home.
“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.”
Learn sushi basics in Tsukiji with a professional chef. You’ll tour market stops, make 5 nigiri plus 1 roll, and eat your sushi.
“It was the best choice we made. The workshop was wonderful. I highly recommend it to everyone interested in sushi making. The chef (Kate) showed us everything with details from knives to rice, fish to wasabi. Huge thanks!”
Tsukiji outer market walk and hands-on sushi making with a pro chef in Tokyo. Learn nigiri skills and eat lunch you made.
“For the price, I expected a lot more from this experience. The guide showed us very basic food stalls and then dropped us off to meet with another group to make the sushi in a very small, basic room that was upstairs from the food stalls whRead more”
Make sushi in Tsukiji with a pro chef. Watch fish prep, learn nigiri and maki, then eat your sushi with tea and dashi.
“It was amazing! We enjoyed every minute! And finally now we can make our own sushi at home! Loved everything! Thanks to our guide Satoko and chef Kate! Thank you for amazing time and class!”
Walk Tsukiji’s outer market with an English-speaking guide, then make two washoku recipes in a pro kitchen, finishing with lunch.
“Our Tour guide Akiko was very nice and knowledgeable about Japan. She was joyful and friendly person that made the experience great! Our teacher for the class was great also!”
Make sushi in Higashiazabu near Tokyo Tower, learn in English from a chef, dress up, and eat your own fresh nigiri in a small group.
“Well run. Good tasting sushi. Fun experience for families and a couple. Kids aged 7-15 enjoyed the experience”
Learn to make Tokyo sushi in a small group. English-friendly class teaches nigiri, inari, hosomaki, and California roll.
“We had a great time learning how to make sushi, tamago, and miso soup (and eating it). The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and speak great English. Don’t expect the best quality fish, but everything is still delicious and we learned a lot!”
Make sushi in a small English-led class in Shinbashi. Learn maki, temari, and nigiri, add sake or shochu, and leave with 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 workshop in a Michelin-starred Tokyo restaurant. Make nigiri, maki, and gunkan with a sushi master, then eat what you make.
“Our flight was delayed into Narita and we were late for the class. These gentleman were kind, accommodating, and gracious, allowing us to arrive an hour late. The sushi grade was excellent, the discussion interesting and it was awesomRead more”
Taisho Sushi Making Class teaches you nigiri and gunkan with model practice, vegan options, and hands-on eating. Tokyo, about 1 hour.
“Enjoyed the class and appreciated the amount of fish and time provided. Perfect for larger groups and families.”
Make nigiri and rolls in Asakusa with a sake barrel opening, a torched salmon gunkan moment, and hands-on matcha whisking.
“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 sushi-making in Tokyo at a Michelin-listed standing counter in Shibuya, with chef tasting, tea or sake, 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.”
Learn to make vegan and vegetarian sushi in Shibuya. Hands-on rolls and nigiri in 90 minutes with English support and dietary options.
“momoyo was a great teacher. easy and fun class. happy to have a new skill to take home and a nice big yummy meal! really fun and easy. allow extra time to find the venue though!”
Hands-on sushi making in Shibuya: small group, California rolls and nigiri, a quick sushi history quiz, then you eat your creations.
“Fun experience to do with the family, especially at the beginning of the trip. A bit pricey for the quantity but you are paying for the experience.”
English-led kids-friendly sushi class in Tokyo. Make sushi rice and 4 styles, learn etiquette quiz, and eat your creations. Max 8.
“In a warm and friendly atmosphere, the two hours flew by. When nigiri sushi, battle ship shaped sushi, inside-out rolls, and decorative sushi which I made were beautifully arranged on the plate, I was so delighted.”
