Who leads this experience?

The experience is led by a renowned knife instructor who is also the Representative Master Instructor of the Japan Kappodo Association.

What will I learn during the experience?

You will learn about Japanese knife history and culture, cutting and sharpening techniques, and practical knife skills. The experience also includes a knife skills demonstration and hands-on practice.

What cooking activity is included?

Guests take part in a cooking class where they slice sashimi and prepare a zuke don, a rice bowl topped with marinated seafood, which is served with miso soup for lunch.

Where does the experience take place?

The experience is held in a professional kitchen studio in the Aoyama and Nishiazabu area of Tokyo.

Tokyo: Learn How To Cut Sashimi and Make Tuna Rice Bowl From a Master

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Tokyo

Duration

2 hours

Group size

Max 8 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

Japanese, English

Location

Tokyo

Duration

2 hours

Group size

Max 8 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

Japanese, English

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Special Autumn OfferMake your first booking this autumn to earn a ¥1,500 promo code for your next booking.

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Food for HappinessFor every guest in your booking, we donate 10 meals to children around the world

Why book with byFood?

Japan's #1 food travel platform

Trusted by 50,000+ travelers worldwideCurated by food lovers, for food loversFeatured in CNN, Forbes & NYT

Special Autumn OfferMake your first booking this autumn to earn a ¥1,500 promo code for your next booking.

Free CancellationCancel for free up to 1 day before your experience

Food for HappinessFor every guest in your booking, we donate 10 meals to children around the world

Why book with byFood?

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Trusted by 50,000+ travelers worldwideCurated by food lovers, for food loversFeatured in CNN, Forbes & NYT

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"Learn about Japanese knives in this hands-on skills experience in Tokyo. Led by a renowned knife instructor, you’ll learn skills, watch a demonstration, & participate in a cooking class."

Japanese knives are famous for their craftsmanship, balance, and precision, shaped by centuries of tradition. This hands-on experience in Tokyo gives you a close look at what makes these knives so special, guided by a renowned instructor in a modern kitchen studio in Nishiazabu. The experience begins with an introduction to the history, culture, and care of Japanese knives. You’ll learn sharpening techniques and proper handling before watching a live demonstration. Next, you’ll try the techniques yourself, using high-grade knives under expert guidance. This hands-on practice builds confidence and gives you a real appreciation for the skill behind these tools. After mastering knife skills, you’ll move on to cooking. Slice fresh sashimi and assemble a sashimi zuke don rice bowl for lunch, served with miso soup. This portion of the experience combines technical learning with the satisfaction of a delicious meal. This experience offers a unique way to connect with Japanese culinary culture through both technique and taste.

Guests must be over the age of 12 years to join this experience. Please inform the host of the number of participants under 18 years old upon a reservation
Due to the nature of this experience, it cannot be tailored to accommodate specific dietary requirements
Optional purchases: After the experience, guests can buy knives and other items related items at a 10% discount and will receive guidance from the instructor
A private class can be arranged upon inquiry
If you are a solo participant, please inquire

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Course changes seasonally, exact dishes can't be confirmed in advance. byFood can communicate any dietary needs to the host when you book.

Professional knife lecture, sharpening lesson, and cutting experience

Cooking class, ingredients, and tools

Lunch: Seafood zuke don (rice bowl)

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Transportation to/from the meeting point

Tokyo

Please meet your host near Omotesando Station. More information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.

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Free cancellation

Cancel up to 1 day before for a full refund.

No refund within 1 day of the experience or no-shows.

Hiromi and her team

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Janel SchillerJanuary 2026 • byFood

I had a fantastic experience. A great demo with hands on experience, just what I was looking for.

Response from Hiromi and her teamJanuary 12, 2026

Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that the demonstration and hands-on experience were exactly what you were looking for. We hope to welcome you again soon!

Chiara SicilanoDecember 2025 • byFood

It was a really amazing experience, well explained and prepared. Thanks to this lesson we had all the information to buy 2 japanese knives. Plus the staff is kind, open to all questions and very patient! Absolutely recommend this experience to all the foodies and cooking passionates!

Response from Hiromi and her teamDecember 06, 2025

Thank you so much for joining our class! We’re delighted to hear that the experience helped you choose your Japanese knives and that you enjoyed the explanations and support from our staff. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Tokyo!

Susy EnensteinDecember 2024 • byFood

Amazing Experience with Japanese Knives! This was an unforgettable experience that taught me so much about the art of Japanese knives. I learned: The secrets behind why Japanese knives are so sharp and special. Proper cutting techniques to elevate my skills in the kitchen. How to use the right knife for each task. Tips and tricks for sharpening knives effectively. The highlight was cutting fresh tuna and making a delicious tuna bowl—it was a true culinary delight! If you’re passionate about co...read more

Response from Hiromi and her teamDecember 06, 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re very happy to hear how much you enjoyed learning about Japanese knives, cutting techniques, and preparing your own tuna bowl. It seems that this review may have been posted on a different workshop’s page, but no worries at all — we understood right away that you joined our “Learn How to Cut Sashimi from a Master of Japanese Knives” class. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re delighted that the session deepened your understanding of Japanese knives and cutting skills. We hope to welcome you back for another class on your next visit to Tokyo!