Private Tokyo Sushi-Making Class at 100-Year-Old Sushi Bar

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Private Tokyo Sushi-Making Class at 100-Year-Old Sushi Bar

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1.5 hours
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Number of Guests
2 - 13 guests
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English
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Pescetarian, Family-friendly, Couples, Private Experience

Learn the century-old techniques of sushi-making from a master chef and enjoy your handmade sushi in a serene, historic setting.

Highlights

  • Make five types of sushi, including nigiri and tamagoyaki (sweet omelet)

  • Learn two traditional sushi-shaping techniques: kotegaeshi and tategaeshi

  • Enjoy your handmade sushi as a fresh, delicious lunch

  • Learn from an experienced chef in a private room with a view of a peaceful Japanese garden

  • Experience Sushi Bar Yachiyo, a historic sushi restaurant with over 100 years in central Tokyo

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
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Host will donate 4 meals

Experience Details

Step inside, a historic Tokyo sushi restaurant that has been serving guests for over a century.


This 1.5-hour private sushi-making class will teach you how to make five types of sushi, including classic nigiri sushi and tamagoyaki sushi, practicing two of Japan’s primary sushi-shaping methods, called kotegaeshi and tategaeshi.


You will learn the traditional practices of sushi craftsmanship through a professional sushi chef in a private room overlooking a charming Japanese garden inside a century-old sushi shop in the heart of the city.

Your host, Kazuki, has welcomed more than 5,000 international guests to this class. He takes pride in sharing the traditions and techniques passed down through generations of sushi masters.


After the lesson, sit down to enjoy your handmade sushi together with the group, paired with friendly conversation and warm hospitality.

This class will not only teach you how to form sushi but also help you understand the care and philosophy behind this traditional craft. You can bring these new skills home and recreate your sushi experience anywhere!


If you would like an English-speaking assistant, please book through the Options tab.


What You Get

A personalized certificate of completion
Tips from a professional chef and sushi industry expert
All ingredients and tools to make sushi
Transportation to the location

Good To Know

  • Please wear casual, comfortable clothes
  • The chef speaks limited English, but written English materials are provided
  • If you’d like an English-speaking assistant, please select the optional package when booking
  • If the English-speaking assistant is unavailable, you’ll receive a partial refund
  • If you prefer not to join without English assistance, please mention this when booking
  • If you have allergies, please refer to the dietary restrictions and allergy section

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

  • Meet your host at Yotsuya-sanchome Station. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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Experience Location

Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.

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Kazuki
SinceNov 01, 2021
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4.8
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Jessica Coulson
June 01, 2026

We recently did a sushi-making class here as a work team-building activity, and it was such a fantastic experience. The restaurant’s incredible history and traditional atmosphere made the whole eve...read more

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Aurora G.
May 17, 2026

Very interactive experience, really appreciated!

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Chardon
April 01, 2026

We had a great time with chef Ono. The whole family really enjoyed this sushi-making class. Onosan is a really good teacher and did his best to give explanations in English. We got to eat our own...read more

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Lynette McKenzie
January 05, 2026

So much fun . We went as a family of 4. The food was delicious and filling . Chef Onosan was fantastic at showing us how to make sushi. Great activity to do together .

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Bilguunnaran
October 14, 2025

Oono-san was entertaining and engaging! The sushi class was a lot of fun! I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great experience.

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What will I learn in this sushi class?

You’ll make five types of sushi, including nigiri and tamagoyaki, and practice two traditional shaping techniques: kotegaeshi and tategaeshi.

Who teaches the class?

The class is led by Kazuki, a professional sushi chef with experience welcoming over 5,000 international guests.

Can I eat the sushi I make?

Yes. After the lesson, you’ll enjoy your handmade sushi together in a private room.

Where is the class held?

The class takes place at Sushi Bar Yachiyo, a historic sushi restaurant in central Tokyo, in a private room overlooking a Japanese garden.
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