15 Sushi Experiences in Tokyo That Earn the Train Fare

1.Sushi Making Tokyo Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

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

Just steps from Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, this 1-hour-40-minute class teaches you to make sushi rolls and nigiri with English-speaking instructors such as Moe, Kazu, Jun, and Kaori. You will learn sushi history, practice each step, and eat the lunch you prepare. It suits beginners, families, couples, and anyone who wants more than a restaurant meal.

“Fantastic experience with wonderful hosts. It was interesting and interactive right from the start. Delicious fresh food that even my picky eating boys ate. Would recommend to anyone visiting Tokyo!”

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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 class near Asakusa Station, English-speaking instructors such as Hitomi, Moe, Ken, and Kaori guide you through sushi history, maki rolls, and nigiri. You prepare and eat your own sushi, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, and allergy-friendly menu changes available when arranged at booking.

“Very well organised class, helpful and friendly teachers and the sushi was delicious!!”

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3.Make Sushi and Create Unforgettable Memories in Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,413 reviews · from $79

At Sushi Making Tokyo in Asakusa, an English-speaking instructor guides you through sushi history, nigiri, maki rolls, hand rolls, and cute temari sushi. You make and eat your own meal, with instructors such as Ken, Momo, Yuto, Yui, and Ayu appearing in recent classes. Expect a friendly, family-ready lesson near Sensoji Temple.

“Great time and experience. The staff were awesome, attentive and very personable. Great lesson and skills acquired during this course.”

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

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

At SUSHI GARYU, you learn to make nigiri and rolls with fresh tuna and salmon under an English or Japanese-speaking chef. You will watch a demonstration, practice each step, wear a traditional happi coat, and eat what you make. Guides such as Chef Hide, Mikoto, Ami, and Masa have led warm, patient sessions. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options require advance notice.

“We got delayed in Tokyo between other flights and decided to do something for the one day we were there. We couldn’t have picked a better thing to do. It was very informative and we learnt a lot. Emmy and the team were so much fun. A great value for money activity. When we left we wandered through the temple and markets. What a great way to spend the day!”

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5.Tokyo Sushi Making Class in Tsukiji with Professional Chef

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

Meet your English-speaking host and sushi master in a traditional third-floor building near Tsukiji Market. You’ll watch fish preparation, learn about knives, rice, wasabi, nigiri, and maki, then make five nigiri and one roll to eat for lunch. Guides have included Yuko, Yugo, Kate, Tanaka, Kanon, and Nao.

“This was a fun experience. Chef explained history of sushi. Also there was a cool demonstration of how to slice fish for sushi. We made sushi and roll. Took ton of unforgettable amazing pictures.”

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6.Tokyo Night Foodie Tour in Shinjuku – Seasonal Sushi, Wagyu Beef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,161 reviews · from $111

Spend about three hours tasting seasonal sushi, grilled Wagyu, and a Japanese dessert or drink while exploring Shinjuku and Kabukicho. Guides such as Yuki, Molly, Aoi, Mimi, Yuma, and Yosh have helped guests navigate menus and nightlife streets. Groups are capped at seven, making this a friendly, personal introduction to Tokyo after dark.

“a relaxing food trip of sushi and wagyu. if you want slower paced walking tour in shinjuku this is it.”

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

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

Start at Tsukiji Honganji Temple and walk through Tsukiji’s outer market, mini wholesale area, and Nippon Fish Port Market with a local guide. Then learn five nigiri styles and one roll in a Japanese-style classroom, with help from a professional sushi chef. The tour lasts about four hours and ends with your sushi, dashi soup, and green tea.

“It was fun to tour the market. Or guide pointed out interesting shops & told us about some of the history of the fish market. The sushi making class was fun & especially enjoyed the information that was shared. The sushi sensai showed us how he debones fish & was skilled at it. The only suggestion I would give would be to show how to slice the fish to make sushi. The clean-up was a bit quick as I was looking for some of the ingredients & they had alway been removed. Thank you for wonderful experiences.”

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8.Tsukiji Fish Market Sushi Making Class with Pro Chef

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

In a traditional third-floor classroom near Tsukiji Outer Market, an English-speaking host and professional sushi chef guide you through fish preparation, four nigiri, and one maki roll. You eat your sushi with tea, soup, extra pieces from the chef, and freshly prepared wasabi. Some options include a market walk.

“What a fantastic tour from beginning to end. Tadashi took us around the area and did a great job. We then headed to the sushi making class and it was superb. Kate and Yuga were so much fun and informative. Highly recommended tour!”

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9.Sushi Making Class

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

Spend three hours at Cooking Sun Tokyo in Shinanomachi learning nigiri, inari, hosomaki, California rolls, tamagoyaki, and miso soup. English-speaking instructors guide you step by step in a small group of up to nine. You will use pre-sliced fish, eat a generous homemade meal, and take the recipes home.

“The class was well organized and started right on time, which I love. The ingredients were fresh and we learned so many different techniques. The best party was eating it all at the end!!”

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10.Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson

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

Meet your English-speaking guide at Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple for a market walk through seafood stalls and tasting spots. Guides such as Akiko, Lucy, and Nobu have helped visitors navigate the aisles before taking the group by bus to ABC Cooking Studio. There, you make sushi, tamagoyaki, miso soup, and other seasonal dishes before eating your meal.

“Both the guide and our teacher were so good and informative. They took their time to explain all things and answered all our questions. If there's only one guided tour you do, do this one!”

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

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

At HAUS Tsukishima, Sato, Ryushi, Alex, Taka, Kaori, and their team guide you through sushi making, ramen broth, and sake pairing in about three hours. You get hands-on instruction, a meal made with the class, cooking tips for home, and a small-group setting capped at eight people.

“Taking the "Ramen Cooking Tokyo" class was truly unforgettable. I’d struggled before to learn sushi at home with YouTube videos, always ending up frustrated and confused, but this class changed that completely. From the start, Sato Read more”

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12.Sake Omakase in Tokyo: Guided Tasting by Certified Sommeliers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 239 reviews · from $79

At Sake Studio in central Tokyo, certified sommeliers such as Eric, Aaron, Frank, and Phillip guide a six-person tasting through seven Japan-exclusive sakes. Over two hours, you compare rice styles, temperatures, infusions, and drinking vessels with small bites at four themed courses.

“If you want to know why you like the sake you already like, this is the education you need. It is so fun!”

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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 sushi with salmon, tuna, and other ingredients. You can watch a short video, dress in kimono-style clothing, take photos, and eat roughly 8 to 12 pieces of your own sushi. The 90-minute class suits families, couples, and first-time visitors.

“It was a very simple class, which made the lessons easy to replicate. So we learned some tips and techniques on making sushi and thus feel much more comfortable trying it at home!”

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14.Tokyo Toyosu Tuna Auction + Breakfast (Sushi Dai or Bentomi)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 97 reviews · 2h 30m · from $141

Start at 5:25 AM with guides Rabia or Ami at Toyosu Market. Watch the tuna auction from the gallery or, with advance planning, a ground-level deck. Then learn to shave katsuobushi and receive a reservation at Sushi Dai or Bentomi. The meal itself costs extra.

“The Tokyo Toyosu Tuna Auction Tour was a fantastic experience. It was very interesting to witness this unique spectacle up close. We are very satisfied and definitely recommend it! The optional breakfast afterwards was also a wonderful experience and made the tour feel complete.”

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15.Sushi and Ramen Cooking Class with Sake Pairing Set

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 3 hours · from $129

In a small English-language class near Tsukishima Station, Sato, Haruko, Risa, Alex, or another instructor guides you through ramen broth, chashu pork, and nigiri sushi. You will cook, taste three selected sakes, learn food traditions, and take home recipes and chopsticks. The three-hour session suits beginners, couples, families, and curious eaters.

“It was awesome the hosts are super kind❤️ and it was so good!!!!! My favourite activity in japan so far:)”

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