Kid-Friendly Sushi Making Class in Tokyo (English-Led)
Description
Embark on a captivating sushi-making journey led by friendly English-speaking instructors. Craft vinegared rice and four sushi varieties while enjoying an entertaining quiz on etiquettes and trivia. Dive into sushi's history, Japanese phrases, and travel tips. Experience a cozy atmosphere for lively interactions with instructors and fellow participants, discovering the heart of Japan through its people. Classes are family-friendly (minimum age 8), perfect for couples and cooking beginners. However, please note that knife skills won't be covered, ensuring a disappointment-free experience for those seeking such expertise. Our sessions promise smiles, camaraderie, and a taste of Japan's culture. Join us for an unforgettable sushi-making adventure, where learning, laughter, and culinary delights come together. Let's roll into the joy of creating sushi magic!
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please inform us of your dietary restrictions in advance.
Reviews(25)
Morris is so fun and welcoming. This class is taught in his home and the experience was amazing and a unique look into Japanese culture. He has two kids and understood about our kids (10 and 12) and was very amenable to our "Americanisms." Highly recommend for an unforgettable experience. We had a guide to get us here, but I imagine it might be hard to find if I was navigating this on my own.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the class and the opportunity to experience a little bit of everyday Japanese family life in my home. I was especially happy to see your children leaning in and fully engaging throughout the experience. They were curious, enthusiastic, and a joy to teach. Thank you again for joining us and for taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Japan someday! Morris
It looks easy just to watch craftsmen making it, I learned that there are more types of material than I expected and there are many different processes.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re really glad the experience gave you a deeper appreciation for how much skill and preparation goes into sushi making. It often looks simple when watching professionals, but as you discovered, there are many ingredients, techniques, and steps behind each piece. We hope you had fun learning and creating your own sushi, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime for another hands-on experience!
We had such fun with Nat, learning sushi history and etiquette, and how to make four different types of sushi. The program is varied, well-designed and everything was well-organised. I loved the ‘Pop Quiz’ at the beginning and the little history lesson; which dispelled some misconceptions that I had held about sushi. I learned a lot. I particularly liked that food hygiene was paramount. Nat is an excellent instructor, and a warm and friendly person, with a relaxed style. She explained every step, provided great hints and tips, and made sure we were getting to grips (literally) with new techniques. She made everything seem easy, even tricky rolling techniques, like the Inside-Out sushi roll. That has given me a lot of confidence, and I can’t wait to try my new-found skills when I get home… if only I can find some decent fish! There was a lot of sushi to eat, once we had finished - so make sure to bring your appetite with you. We enjoyed our time with her greatly and I highly recommend this course.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful and generous review. I truly appreciate not only your kind words, but also the care with which you described your experience — reading it genuinely made me smile. I’m delighted to hear that you enjoyed learning about sushi history and etiquette, as well as the hands-on techniques. The Pop Quiz and short history session are very close to my heart, so it means a lot to know they helped clear up some misconceptions and added depth to the experience. Sushi is not just about making food — it’s about understanding the culture, the mindset, and the respect behind it. I’m especially glad you mentioned food hygiene. This is something I take very seriously, and it’s wonderful to know that this came across clearly during the class. Creating a safe, clean, and comfortable environment is essential for everyone to relax and truly enjoy learning. Your comments about the instruction itself really touched me. Sushi rolling — especially techniques like the inside-out roll — can feel intimidating at first, so hearing that you left feeling confident and ready to try it at home is exactly what I hope for every guest. If you do manage to find some good fish back home, I’m sure your sushi will be fantastic. Thank you again for your warm recommendation and for sharing your experience so generously. It was truly a pleasure having you in the class, and I hope our time together becomes a happy memory of your time in Japan. If you ever return, you would be most welcome to join us again. Warmest regards, Nat
Sushi making experience that I have always been interested in! This time, I joined with a family from the United States. Not only making sushi and eating it, but also learning sushi knowledge and Japanese culture in quiz format, so I as a Japanese learned a lot, not only foreign people but also children enjoyed it! It was also good to be able to do it in an at-home atmosphere while talking to the staff. We were able to make not only nigiri sushi but also warships and cute sushi art, and we all had delicious food at the end.
素敵なコメントありがとうございました！ 日本人にとって身近なお寿司でも知らないことが多いものですよね！ 是非ご自宅でもお寿司作りを楽しんでくださいね。 ご参加ありがとうございました！
In a warm and friendly atmosphere, the two hours flew by. When nigiri sushi, battle ship shaped sushi, inside-out rolls, and decorative sushi which I made were beautifully arranged on the plate, I was so delighted. It was my first time making decorative sushi, but by following the instructions, I was excited to see the beautiful patterns appear when slicing it. Not only can you enjoy sushi-making, but you can also learn about the history of sushi, dining etiquette, as well as Japanese food and language. I highly recommend joining this tour!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere and that the time passed so quickly. It’s great to know that making decorative sushi for the first time was such an exciting and rewarding experience for you—the moment of seeing the patterns appear is always special! We’re also glad you appreciated learning not only the techniques, but also the history, etiquette, and culture behind sushi. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back again for more sushi-making adventures in the future!
We did the class with Nat and found it to be an enjoyable highlight of our visit to Japan. Nat speaks English well, is knowledgable and has a good command of knowledge about sushi. She answered all of our questions, and the presentation was very informative.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure having you in the class, and I'm so glad to hear it was a highlight of your trip to Japan. I'm always happy to share my knowledge—thank you for your great curiosity and participation. Wishing you many delicious sushi adventures ahead.
I like sushi, but I didn't have a chance to make it myself, so I tried it. Through my experiences with people from overseas, I discovered new things, such as that Japanese people are often perceived as making sushi at home. The instructors were friendly and it was a fun and valuable experience.
この度はご参加いただき、誠にありがとうございました。 お寿司作りを通して、日本文化についての新たな気づきや学びがあったとのこと、大変嬉しく思います。 是非、ご自宅でもお寿司作りを楽しんでくださいね！
Great pace and mix of activities for the kids. They enjoyed learning about the history of sushi, how to eat it and then making and eating their own!
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're so happy to hear that your family enjoyed the class and that the kids had fun learning and making their own sushi. It’s always a joy to see young chefs getting hands-on and discovering the history and culture behind sushi. We hope you’ll carry these memories (and sushi skills!) with you for a long time. Wishing you and your family all the best, and we’d love to welcome you again in the future!
Great family activity in Tokyo! Class was informative and fun! Instructor Nat was kind and patient. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was such a pleasure having you and your family in the class. I’m really happy to hear you enjoyed the experience and found it both fun and informative. Thank you again for joining—and for the lovely recommendation!
Exceptional moment. Sayaka is adorable, caring and keen to introduce her culture. She is fluent in English. Child-friendly activity
Thank you so much for your kind words! I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience. I am also glad the class was fun for your child! I truly appreciate your visit and hope to see you again someday!