Ikebukuro Sushi Making Class (Vegan & Vegetarian Options)
Learn the craft of sushi making from a certified interpreter guide with 12 years of experience as an instructor in this private class in Tokyo’s lively district of Ikebukuro.
Highlights
This private sushi-making class in Ikebukuro is a great introduction to the craft of sushi-making
Prepare sushi rice, grate fresh wasabi, slice fish, and make three types of sushi (nigiri, maki and gunkan) to enjoy with miso soup
Learn tips and tricks from your host, a friendly guide and interpreter with 12 years of experience as a sushi class instructor, and enjoy cooking at her cozy home in this private lesson
Vegan and vegetarian options are available upon request, please inquire upon booking
10 meals
Experience Details
It takes chefs ten years or more to master the craft of sushi making, but if you only have a few hours to spare, you can start your sushi-making journey by learning the basics of the craft in this hands-on sushi-making class in Ikebukuro. After your sushi-making efforts, you’ll enjoy a delicious sushi meal with a steamy bowl of delicious miso soup.
Your host is a certified interpreter guide who has been teaching sushi-making classes for over 12 years and enjoys sharing her love for sushi with easy-to-follow classes that are both educational and entertaining. At her home in Ikebukuro, you’ll learn how to make sushi and enjoy your fresh sushi meal with a wonderful view of Tokyo.
Experience flow:
- Meet your host at Higashi-Ikebukuro Station
- Arrive at your host’s home and prepare the ingredients
- Learn how to prepare sushi rice, cut tuna, grate wasabi, prepare three kinds of sushi (nigiri, maki rolls and gunkan) and take photos with your sushi creations
- Enjoy your fresh sushi meal with miso soup made by your instructor
- Take home recipes and a special souvenir
After the class, walk off your meal by exploring the lively district of Ikebukuro, one of Tokyo’s main pop culture hubs. Explore its vibrant and colorful streets, where you’ll find anything from anime merchandise and specialty cafes to countless shops and restaurants.
Inclusions
A professional, certified guide-interpreter host
Ingredients and utensils to make 3 types of sushi, miso soup and green tea
Recipes and a sushi-making kit
Exclusions
Transportation to and from the venue
Additional food and drinks
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host at Higashi-Ikebukuro Station’s West Gate. A Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please let your host know at the time of booking.
Upon booking, please inform your host of the ages of children participants, if any.
Vegan and vegetarian options can be accommodated. Please inquire upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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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10 meals
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