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"Join one of Tokyo's top-rated cooking classes, conveniently located in Asakusa. Learn how to make sushi from friendly English-speaking staff!"
Make nigiri and maki sushi in a hands-on Tokyo class
Learn from English-speaking instructors with riverside views
Customize your meal with gluten-free, halal, kosher, vegan, vegetarian, and pescetarian options
Enjoy optional sake pairing with your sushi
Immerse yourself in the art of Japanese sushi in this hands-on cooking class in Tokyo’s historic Asakusa district.
Since 2023, this popular experience has focused on two themes: Japanese food and authentic cultural immersion. Learn to make classic nigiri sushi and maki rolls, mastering up to 20 pieces with 10 different ingredients under the guidance of expert instructors.
The 2-hour class begins with a brief introduction to sushi history and essential techniques for preparing maki and nigiri sushi.
Then, you will create your own sushi, with the skills you have just learned.
At the end of the class, enjoy your freshly made sushi and capture a memorable photo with a famous Asakusa landmark as your backdrop.
The class is conducted entirely in English by friendly, experienced instructors who make the session engaging and accessible. It’s a perfect way to connect with Tokyo’s culinary culture and leave with a delicious memory.
This experience can accommodate various dietary needs, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and halal. Please notify your host at the time of booking, as ingredient adjustments cannot be made on the day of the class.
Please arrive on time
Please wear comfortable attire
Groups of 40 participants or more may be accommodated. A private booking option may also be available. Please inquire upon booking
No experience is needed. The class is beginner-friendly, and the instructors will guide you step by step, from basic techniques to shaping nigiri and maki.
Vegetarian
Available
Vegan
Available
Halal
Available
Pescetarian
Available
Gluten-free
Available
Kosher
Available
Vegetarian
Available
Vegan
Available
Halal
Available
Pescetarian
Available
Gluten-free
Available
Kosher
Available
Course changes seasonally, exact dishes can't be confirmed in advance. byFood can communicate any dietary needs to the host when you book.
Cooking class ingredients
English-speaking instructor
Sushi meal
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Details are shared upon booking.
Please meet your host in Asakusa, Tokyo. More details and a Google Map will be provided upon booking.
Fun and interactive experience. Trainers were friendly and lovely. They are able to cater to different dietary requirements, do inform them beforehand.
As muslim travellers, we appreciated that they accommodated our halal dietary needs and made adjustments to the ingredients for us.
Thank you for the lovely experience!
ST
Shin TanabeJuly 2026 • byFood
Very tasty and cozy place.
GT
Giving T. J.June 2026 • byFood
We had an amazing time! Would definitely recommend!
EM
Ellen MaderApril 2026 • byFood
Highly recommend this class! Great instructors, the class was really fun, and the sushi tasted great!
SR
Susan RandlesOctober 2025 • byFood
Wonderful knowledge and entertainment provided by your lovely young staff.