Sushi-Making Masterclass in Niigata
Become a sushi maestro at a cooking class in Niigata! Learn from a pro chef with 50+ years of experience, master the art of slicing fish, shaping rice, & assembling, then enjoy your handmade lunch.
Highlights
Learn from a professionally trained sushi chef with over 50 years of experience
Use fresh, local Niigata seafood and rice
Wear professional chef attire
Learn about the history, culture, and vocabulary of sushi
10 meals
Experience Details
Embark on a captivating journey to Niigata Prefecture, where the mesmerizing coastline casts a net for the most exquisite fish. This coastal haven–along the western edge of Japan–is a treasure trove of seafood wonders, but the region's fame extends to its rice aka the foundation of Japanese cooking. Join an experience that combines the two with a sushi-making class taught by a professionally trained chef! From slicing the fish and shaping the rice to assembling and plating these bite-sized delights, you’ll master it all using fresh seafood sourced from the local market.
Your guide for the day? A professionally trained sushi master boasting 50+ years of experience. While this sushi savant speaks Japanese, fret not, for a skillful guide will be your trusty sidekick, bridging the language gap with ease.
Our rendezvous unfolds at an authentic restaurant, where a tantalizing world of flavors awaits. Here, you’ll change into pro-chef costume to put you in the right mindset–dress like a pro, act like a pro! You’ll craft sushi with fish plucked from the ocean's embrace on the very morning of your experience. The chef will school you in the history, culture, and vocabulary of sushi, along with tales of Niigata rice.
Inclusions
Professional cooking lesson
Fresh ingredients
Translator/host fee
Handmade sushi meal
Exclusions
Transportation to and from the experience
Tips and gratuities
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
The meeting point will be roughly 7 mins by bus from Niigata Station. More details and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
This is a private experience
The legal drinking age in Japan is 20 years old
When driving, the legal alcohol limit in Japan is 0 (zero)–this is strictly enforced
Any accidents/incidents before or after the tour are the guests’ responsibility
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Known as the prefecture of rice and sake, Niigata is a popular area for skiers and onsen-goers that also offers stunning natural attractions in every season.
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10 meals
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