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Kyoto Decorative Sushi Cooking Class (Private)

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Duration
1 hour
Group size
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Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible
Language
Japanese, English
Location
Duration
1 hour
Group size
Max 6 guests
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible
Language
Japanese, English

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5.0
•7 reviews
  • Make decorative sushi in a local home in Kyoto
  • Learn to prepare delicious Japanese sushi rice and beautiful kazarimaki sushi (decorative sushi rolls) using natural, plant-based ingredients
  • Convenient location in central Kyoto near Nijo Castle
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Vegan
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Halal
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Pescetarian
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Gluten-free
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Kosher
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Vegetarian
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Vegan
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Halal
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Pescetarian
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Gluten-free
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Kosher
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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.
All ingredients necessary to make decorative sushi rolls
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Recipe booklet
Kyoto
The cooking class takes place in a traditional Japanese-style house where the teacher lives. The address will be shared upon booking confirmation. It is located just a 2-minute walk from Nijo Castle and 10 minutes from Karasuma Oike Station (Tozai Line & Karasuma Line, Kyoto Municipal Subway).
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Amy HuangJune 2025 • byFood
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Our host Aya was so kind and understanding despite the fact that we were a bit late and she was an exceptional teacher! Absolutely recommend

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Alexandra KotankoMarch 2025 • byFood
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We had so much fun making sushi with Aya! We can't wait to try out what we learned at home :-)

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Dawda JobeNovember 2024 • byFood
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We had a very nice and pleasing vegan sushi experience. I highly recommend this course since it shows a unique style of making sushi.

Response from Aya and her teamMarch 03, 2025

Thank you for your wonderful review. I apologize for the delayed response, as the feature to reply to guest reviews was only recently added. I am truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed my art sushi-making experience. Please try making it at home—it will surely make everyone happy! I look forward to the opportunity to meet you again someday! Aya

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Donal FeeneyOctober 2024 • byFood
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Aya and her husband were so lovely and patient with us ha! We had an amazing time.

Response from Aya and her teamMarch 03, 2025

Thank you for your wonderful review. I apologize for the delayed response, as the feature to reply to guest reviews was only recently added. I am truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed my art sushi-making experience. Please try making it at home—it will surely make everyone happy! I look forward to the opportunity to meet you again someday! Aya

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Thea DepoldJune 2024 • byFood
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Excellent class. Wonderful and kind instruction from Aya, who also gave brilliant recommendations for the rest of our time in Kyoto! Would recommend this class to anyone.

Response from Aya and her teamMarch 03, 2025

Thank you for your wonderful review. I apologize for the delayed response, as the feature to reply to guest reviews was only recently added. I am truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed my art sushi-making experience. Please try making it at home—it will surely make everyone happy! I look forward to the opportunity to meet you again someday! Aya