Kyoto-Style Sushi Making Class in a Traditional Restaurant

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Duration
2 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 6 guests
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Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible, Family-friendly
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Japanese, English
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Gluten-free, Vegetarian, Pescetarian, Rain or shine, Near station, Regional food, With 1 drink

Discover lesser-known types of sushi in Kyoto, as you learn about sushi ingredients and practice expert techniques in this sushi-making class near Nijo Castle and the Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.

Highlights

  • Gain an insightful overview of the fascinating history of sushi in Kyoto, from its origins to its modern variations

  • Sample sushi vinegars and sushi rice, learn about the different types of sushi knives, their unique purposes, and how to handle them, and watch your instructor grate fresh wasabi

  • Enjoy a hands-on session where you'll create your own sushi: chirashizushi and pressed oshizushi, two kinds of sushi traditional to Kyoto

  • This sushi-making class takes place at a sushi restaurant in central Kyoto, conveniently located near Nijo Castle and the Kyoto Gyoen National Garden

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

Experience Details

In this workshop, first you will learn the history and cultural background of sushi. Then, you'll taste different types of vinegar and sushi rice, and enjoy making a delicious meal of your own with the expert guidance of the host.


Itinerary:

- Meet your hosts at Kikyo Sushi restaurant and enjoy a welcome drink.

- Receive a brief lesson on the history of sushi, including personal anecdotes from your hosts' experiences.

- Taste various types of sushi vinegar and sushi rice

- Learn about the different types of sushi knives

- Make your own sushi and watch your instructor grate fresh wasabi


You will make chirashizushi and oshizushi, both traditional to Kyoto and lesser-known than the conventional nigiri or maki rolls. Also known as scattered sushi, chirashizushi is a colorful assortment of sushi rice adorned with cooked fish, vegetables, and thinly sliced Japanese-style omelet (tamagoyaki). Chirashizushi can be made vegetarian upon request. Pressed sushi or oshizushi involves compressing sushi rice with fish and other toppings into a mold and then cutting it into bite-sized pieces. This style of sushi-making developed in Western Japan over 400 years ago and is still popular in Kyoto. Oshizushi can be made gluten-free upon request.


Your host, Mitsuru, brings a wealth of experience and passion to the class. Mitsuru lived in the U.S., Canada, and Australia before coming back home to Kyoto, where he now works at Kikyo Sushi restaurant as the third-generation manager.

Inclusions

  • Sushi-making class

  • All ingredients and utensils

  • One welcome drink

  • Sushi meal

Exclusions

  • Transportation to and from the meeting point

  • Additional purchases or souvenirs

  • Additional food and drinks

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

  • Meet your host at Kikyo Sushi, conveniently located between Nijo Castle and the Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.

Remarks

  • Please note that the class may be guided in both English and Japanese simultaneously if guests who understand only Japanese are participating.

  • When booking, please notify the host if you would like to request a gluten-free or vegetarian option. Chirashizushi can be made vegetarian, while oshizushi can be made gluten-free upon request.

  • Children under the age of 7 can participate for free. If you would like your host to prepare sushi for them, please include them in the number of participants.

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.

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Experience Location

Featuring beautiful landscapes from mountain to sea, Kyoto Prefecture conveys traditional Japanese culture through its architecture and gardens, art and artisanal crafts, and delicious local cuisine made from regional produce.

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Gerard Buckley
March 31, 2025
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This is a must do workshop for any home cook who wants to be able to produce Kyoto Sushi for their family and friends. It is easier to make than the Tokyo sushi which is more widely known. I attend...read more

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