The 15 Best Japanese Cooking Classes in Tokyo

1.Sushi Making Tokyo Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,971 reviews · from $59Our pick

Near Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, you’ll learn maki rolls and nigiri with English-speaking instructors such as Moe, Kazu, Ken, and Arisa. The 1-hour-40-minute class covers sushi culture, hands-on techniques, and a full meal made from the ingredients provided.

“Omg what a great class! Kazu did an amazing job teaching us how to be sushi masters:) I thoroughly enjoyed my time and had a delicious meal at the end :) Definitely recommend to any sushi lovers who want to learn how it’s done!”

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2.Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Asakusa

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,957 reviews · 1h 40m · from $58

In a 100-minute English-language class near Asakusa Station, instructors such as Hitomi, Moe, Jun, and Ken guide you through sushi history, maki rolls, and nigiri. You prepare and eat your own sushi, with vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly menu changes available if arranged in advance.

“It was very well run with engaged teachers. It was easy to find right across from sensoji shrine. We had a family of 6 with 4 kids. We all enjoyed it a lot and it was plenty of sushi to eat. Paired with sake tasting. Would highly recommend to everyone. About 80 minutes duration”

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3.Sushi Making Class in a Happi Coat near a Famous Spot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,377 reviews · 1h 30m · from $42Best value

Join SUSHI GARYU for a 90-minute, beginner-friendly class led in English or Japanese. You’ll wear a traditional happi coat, learn nigiri with tuna and salmon, and may also prepare maki. Instructors such as Hide, Mikoto, Ami, and Emi keep the lesson hands-on, social, and easy to follow.

“Absolutely wonderful extremely knowledgeable Chef that was only in the beginning of her trading made it easy and fun and the sake for extra purchase was delicious l! Get the orange one bottle one stronger from the south of Japan it’s stronger!”

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4.Tokyo Sushi Making Class in Tsukiji with Professional Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,177 reviews · from $49

In Tsukiji, an English-speaking host and sushi master guide you through fish preparation, knife skills, nigiri, and maki rolls. You make five nigiri and one roll, then eat them with fresh wasabi. Guides may include Tanaka, Kate, Yugo, Yuko, or Kanon.

“We did this experience and loved all the education and personal touches. We got to make and take a picture of our completed sushi! The space was intimate and good for small groups and the English speaking leader was easy to understand. We appreciated the knowledge of the chef and had a great time!”

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5.Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class in Tokyo with Local Supermarket Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 823 reviews · from $122

Join YUCa in her Tokyo home kitchen for a 2.5-hour lesson on ramen and gyoza. You’ll learn practical Japanese cooking techniques, shape dumplings, assemble your meal, and eat what you make. A local supermarket visit may follow, but confirm that this optional portion is running.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our cooking class with Yuca. It was a great, interactive morning learning about ramen and gyoza (and of course eating the delicious food). This cooking class is for all ages and dietary restrictions. I'd highly recommend a class with Yuca!”

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6.Tsukiji Fish Market Guided Tour and Sushi Making with Pro Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 775 reviews · from $104

Meet at Tsukiji Honganji Temple for a guided walk through the outer market, mini wholesale area, and nearby food streets. Then learn five nigiri styles and one roll with a sushi chef, before eating your creations with dashi soup and green tea. Guides may include Monami, Sachi, Ko, Mari, Yuki, or Tad.

“Great experience. Our tour guide was amazing, showed lots of knowledge and didn't rush us through the fish market - we were allowed to go at our pace! Would highly recommend.”

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7.Tsukiji Fish Market Sushi Making Class with Pro Chef

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 506 reviews · 90 minutes - 4 hours · from $63

In Tsukiji’s outer market, an English-speaking host such as Yuko, Satoko, or AJ guides you through fish preparation, nigiri, and maki. Chef Tanaka, Kate, Koro, or another sushi master teaches each step, then serves extra sushi, dashi soup, and green tea.

“We had such a wonderful and intimate experience ce with Chef, Yuko and the rest of the team. My son and I really enjoyed the class, learning to cut sushi and sashimi as a bonus and the beautiful Origami one of the team made my feisty and curious 10 year old. This is a wonderful experience and we highly recommend it.”

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8.Sushi Making Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 390 reviews · 3 hours · from $67

Spend three hours with English-speaking instructors at Cooking Sun Tokyo, learning sushi rice, nigiri, inari, hosomaki, California rolls, tamagoyaki, and miso soup. The small class uses pre-sliced fish, welcomes dietary substitutions, and ends with a generous meal you prepare yourself.

“It was fantastic. Even though we have already made Sushi by our selves we could learn a lot. Teachers were very professional. Fantastic experience”

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9.Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 390 reviews · from $99

Meet an English-speaking guide at Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple, explore Tsukiji Outer Market, sample local foods, then take a short ride to ABC Cooking Studio. In a group of up to six, you’ll prepare sushi, tamagoyaki, miso soup, and side dishes before eating your lunch.

“We had a great time, both our guide and cooking instructor were very knowledgeable, informative and helpful. I enjoyed the actual cooking and making the sushi the most so I could maybe try it at home.”

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10.Ramen and Sushi Cooking Class with Sake Pairing Set in Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 291 reviews · from $79

In Tokyo’s Tsukuda district, Sato, Ryushi, Kaori, Taka, and their team guide you through sushi, ramen broth, and sake pairing in a maximum-eight-person class. The three-hour session includes ingredients, the meal, and all drinks, with hands-on help and Japanese food stories.

“The sushi making experience and sake tasting was wonderful. There were only 5 in our group, so instructions on sushi making were up close and personal and very helpful. The setting was great, overlooking the river, and the sushi we got to eat after making it was delicious. Also, the sake was top notch and very smooth.”

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11.Wagyu and 7 Japanese Dishes Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 273 reviews · 3 hours · from $67

Join Cooking Sun in a homey Shinjuku studio for a three-hour, hands-on lesson covering Wagyu, dashi, miso soup, tofu, salads, omelet, and dorayaki. English-speaking instructors such as Yuki and Yuko explain each dish, its ingredients, and its place in everyday Japanese cooking.

“it was really nice learning how to make some Japanese dishes, and of course eating it all at the end. from start to finish was a great experience.”

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12.Tokyo Washoku 4-hour Cooking Class: From Market to Table

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 253 reviews · from $79

Meet near Iriya Station for a four-hour cooking class that begins in a local supermarket. With guides such as April, Yuri, or Alice, you’ll choose ingredients, make makisushi, miso soup, rolled omelet, and eggplant, then eat together with optional sake or beer tasting.

“We really enjoyed our cooking class with Minnie. She did a great job explaining all the directions for the dishes we were making. The food we made was delicious. Highly recommend this experience!”

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13.Popular Sushi Making Class near Tokyo Tower

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · from $87

At Sushi Garyu in Higashiazabu, an English-speaking chef guides you through making salmon, tuna, and other sushi for about 90 minutes. You can watch a short video, dress in traditional clothing, take photos, and eat roughly 8 to 12 pieces of your own work. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options require advance notice.

“The host was lovely and they try hard to make you feel welcomed! The sushi was good. I thought it was slightly overpriced but we had fun and it made for a good lunch stop. I would do it again!”

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14.Private Japanese Cooking Class with a Local Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 3 hours - 270 minutes · from $120

Meet Chef Sato at Shinjuku Station, then walk to his apartment for a private English-language cooking class. Depending on the day, prepare ramen, gyoza, curry, okonomiyaki, or a seasonal Japanese set meal. Morning classes can be followed by an optional local walk.

“Sato-san’s cooking class is an outstanding authentic Japanese culinary experience! He loves what he does which makes this a must on your to-do list in Tokyo!”

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15.Kawaii Bento Cooking Class – Cute Character Lunchbox

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 55 reviews · 2 hours · from $64

Create a panda, brown bear, or seasonal character bento with English-speaking instructors Kenji and Mari. This two-hour class near Tameike-Sanno Station covers bento culture, food preparation, decoration, photography, and lunch. Ingredients, tools, recipes, and a souvenir are included.

“He had so many tools for bento making! So many ways to do crafts. I made a panda and my friend made a dog-it was SUPER CUTE and honestly pretty easy to do. I thought it would be more difficult. I’m unable to eat pork and he found replacements for me before I had arrived :,) A great host, I definitely recommend :)”

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