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Sushi Making Class: History, Terms, and Etiquette
5.0
52 Ratings
Setagaya City
In addition to learning how to make sushi, guests will learn about the history of sushi, essential terminology, and sushi eating etiquette. Even Japanese guests have told us that they learned a lot about their own food culture!
In addition to learning how to make sushi, guests will learn about the history of sushi, essential terminology, and sushi eating etiquette. Even Japanese guests have told us that they learned a lot about their own food culture!
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- AKEMI’s SUSHiKiTCHEN - The Chef boasts 7 years of experience in Japan’s restaurant industry. She has successfully completed the Edomae Sushi Technique Acquisition Course at the Tokyo Sushi School. Utilizing her culinary expertise and English proficiency, she provides an enjoyable and informative Sushi Cooking Lesson in her home. Participants can…
- AKEMI’s SUSHiKiTCHEN - The Chef boasts 7 years of experience in Japan’s restaurant industry. She has successfully completed the Edomae Sushi Technique Acquisition Course at the Tokyo Sushi School. Utilizing her culinary expertise and English proficiency, she provides an enjoyable and informative Sushi Cooking Lesson in her home. Participants can relish a cozy, residential setting in Japan while learning to prepare four types of sushi. The lesson concludes with a delightful meal crafted by the participants themselves.
Akemi selects only the finest ingredients for sushi, including specially blended rice ordered from Hachidaime Gihey in Kyoto (est. 1787) and fresh fish (“neta”) sourced directly from Toyosu and Tsukiji fish markets. Alongside sushi-making, guests will explore the history of sushi, essential terminology, and sushi dining etiquette. Even Japanese guests have expressed that they gained new insights into their own culinary culture!
Lessons are capped at five students, ensuring ample personal attention. Even if sushi is new to you, rest assured that your hand-prepared meal will be a delightful experience.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Dinner
Meal Options
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Sushi Plate - Guests will learn to make four kinds of sushi:
Inari, Gunkan (battleship), Maki-sushi (rolled sushi), and traditional Nigiri (hand-pressed) sushi. -
Vegetarian - We also offer a vegetarian option.
Please indicate your preference when you place your order.
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Sushi Plate - Guests will learn to make four kinds of sushi:
Inari, Gunkan (battleship), Maki-sushi (rolled sushi), and traditional Nigiri (hand-pressed) sushi. -
Vegetarian - We also offer a vegetarian option.
Please indicate your preference when you place your order.
Location
1-chōme-49-10 Ōhara
We will contact you ahead of the lesson to check whether you will be traveling by car (taxi/uber) or by train.
The nearest train station is Sasazuka Station, on the Keio Line. (Approx. 10 min. walk)
Many of our guests find us using Google Maps, but we can meet you at the station if you prefer.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(52 Ratings)
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Yokohamaramenadv
Feb 12, 2026
A Warm and Authentic Sushi Experience - This was truly a special, delicious, and educational sushi experience.
The workshop is held at Akemi’s Sushi Kitchen in her private home. Akemi-san’s husband was also there, and he was very kind and welcoming.
We started with a beautiful Japanese welcome drink, and Akemi-san explained Edomae sushi, a traditional Tokyo style, in a clear and easy way. Before using real fish, we practised shaping sushi with a small handmade cloth model, which I thought was a very thoughtful idea.
Then we filleted fish, sliced it carefully, grated fresh wasabi, and finally made our own inari sushi, gunkan-maki, maki rolls, and nigiri. I was especially impressed by Akemi-san’s attention to ingredients. You can really feel how much she cares about every detail.
If you are looking for a small, local cooking experience in a real Japanese home, and would like to learn authentic, reproducible sushi-making from a professionally trained sushi instructor, I sincerely recommend this experience.
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Akikos651
Nov 24, 2025
A wonderful experience with great hosts, authentic sushi-making, and new friends. - Akemi and Dan are such a lovely couple, and thanks to their hospitality and friendly vibe, I felt relaxed the whole time.
The ingredients were super high-quality, and I was amazed that we got to make and eat real Edomae-style sushi.
I also made friends in the class, which made the experience even more fun and opened up my world a bit.
If you want to experience Japan, not just visit it, I totally recommend this class.
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Q5498vylynnb
Aug 27, 2025
A definite for your to do list! - Wow!! What a great experience!! Not only learning hands on preparation, also learned some history, accessing ingredients, about purchase cooking utensils and the choices of sake! Our hosts were sooo very patient, friendly and knowledgeable. A definite must do if you like to eat sushi!!
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Charlesmj3623bg
Apr 22, 2025
Exceptional Experience - We had the pleasure to book a cooking class with Akemi and Dan for our family vacation. This was hands down the highlight of our trip to Tokyo. Both Akemi and Dan were warm, helpful, and knowledgeable throughout our lesson. To be sure the sushi was exceptional ( I am a total sushi foodie) but thier engagement with our family is what made the experience truly world class. We ended up eating a ton of sushi along with great memories.
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Gregory1964
Apr 15, 2025
5-star sushi - Akemi was a fantastic sushi teacher
We prepared with our own hands a great Japanese lunch at the home of Akemi and Dan who welcomed us with great cordiality.
Truly a 5-star experience that I recommend to everyone.
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Tanyac383
Apr 15, 2025
Best tasting sushi ever! - We had the best time at Akemi's Sushi Kitchen. We arrived as complete novices and made professional standard sushi, thanks to Akemi's fantastic instruction.
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S2833nxlaurenc
Apr 7, 2025
Akemi's Sushi Kitchen was a memorable experience! - Akemi's Sushi Kitchen was the highlight of our trip! Akemi and Dan were so kind and welcoming. They seamlessly accommodated our salmon allergy. The session was a perfect blend of education and hands-on learning, with insightful explanations of Japanese sushi terms and techniques. We loved making tamago, fresh wasabi, and nigiri. We learned so much and how to eat nigiri properly, and we enjoyed getting to know them. Akemi provided clear instructions and lots of insight for any questions we had! Definitely a must-do when you're in Tokyo!
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Y1489wjlaurentm
Mar 21, 2025
Surprisingly good ! - We took the class on march 2025 with my wife. I wasn’t expecting anything since I was here to please her tbh, but Akemi and Dan, the hosts proved me wrong.
We really learned a lot of interesting things and tips in order to prepare sushis at home.
The course is well prepared and the hosts are really welcoming.
The sushi platter was diversified and we even used real wasabi.
If you are a foodie, or a person who likes to cook or even just a person who wants to try something different, I can only recommend you to take the class.
Thanks again to Akemi and Dan for this experience !
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Faanila
Feb 22, 2025
Really authentic and genuine sushi class! - The sushi class with Chef Akemi was such a great experience! From the start, she welcomed us into her home with a really tasty Sakura milk tea. She explained everything in a super interesting way, making it easy to follow, even for beginners. The hands-on part was so much fun, and making sushi felt surprisingly natural with her guidance. And of course, eating our own sushi for lunch was the best part—it tasted amazing! Akemi is an awesome teacher, and the whole class had a really relaxed and friendly vibe. Definitely a five-star experience, highly recommended!
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Guide38680229060
Jan 4, 2025
I'm happy - おもてなし最高でした。お寿司つくりとても楽しかったです。心もお腹も満たされました。素敵な時間をありがとうございました。😊
The hospitality was great.
It was a lot of fun making sushi.
I satisfied my stomac and heart.
Thank you for the wonderful time.
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