Sushi Classes & Counters in Japan: The 15 Best

Sushi Making Tokyo Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class - Learning maki and nigiri instead of only making a novelty roll

★★★★★★★★★★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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Tokyo: Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Asakusa

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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Make Sushi and Create Unforgettable Memories in Tokyo

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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Tokyo: Sushi Making Class in a Happi Coat near a Famous Spot

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

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

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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Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

5.Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,220 reviews · from $31

At Sushi Making Osaka near Dotonbori, you’ll prepare maki rolls and nigiri with an English-speaking instructor, then eat what you make. The 1-hour-40-minute class suits beginners, families, and couples. Instructors including Reika, Fuko, Aina, Arisa, Matty, Yui, and Ina have been praised for clear, friendly teaching. Ingredients are prepared in advance, with fish and vegetarian options available when noted ahead.

“Fantastic experience making sushi. Matty and Yui were knowledgeable and entertaining. Amazingly we all managed to make tasty sushi. Would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Osaka”

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Tokyo Sushi Making Class in Tsukiji with Professional Chef

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

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

8.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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Sushi Making in Kyoto! Same-day bookings welcome!

9.Sushi Making in Kyoto! Same-day bookings welcome!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 713 reviews · from $53

In Kyoto’s Kawaramachi district, you’ll learn sushi basics, prepare rice, and make nigiri and rolls with friendly English-speaking instructors. The 90-minute class includes ingredients, your finished meal, and small gifts. Instructors such as Kioko and Rio may lead sessions. Sake and soft drinks cost extra, and the room can be tricky to find inside the shopping center.

“My daughter and I had the best time making sushi - with the help of a very patient instructor! Lots of giggling and learning the history of sushi and how it is made correctly in beautiful Japan. The staff are very friendly, professional and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this place for anyone who loves sushi! ❤️”

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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Sushi Making Class with Pro Chef

10.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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The Original Small-Group Sushi Making Class in Kyoto

11.The Original Small-Group Sushi Making Class in Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 436 reviews · from $69

At Atelier SUSHI near Kiyomizu-dera and Gion, Kana leads an English-language workshop for no more than eight people. You season sushi rice, shape nigiri, roll maki, and eat what you prepare. Aprons, gloves, tea, and a take-home sushi mat and class notes are included.

“Very knowledgeable friendly host, fun activity, and delicious sushi! Would highly recommend for couples, families or solo travellers.”

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Osaka Sushi Making Experience

12.Osaka Sushi Making Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 400 reviews · from $29Best value

In central Dōtonbori, English, Chinese, and Korean-speaking instructors guide you through 12 pieces of sushi, including nigiri and gunkan-sushi. You will learn rice portions, shaping, and basic sushi styles, then eat your work with optional sake or beer. Vegetarian, vegan, and halal menus are available by request.

“Fun, educational and tasty experience. You will make your own sushi and learn about the differences. We were lucky being the only guests so we got a private session. We learned to use exactly use 10g of rice for the perfect ratio and how to roll and shape our sushi. Not everything may have been perfect but we didn't care when we devoured it.”

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Tokyo: Sushi Making Class

13.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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Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson

14.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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Osaka Sushi Making Class – Hands-On Nigiri & Rolls (Same-Day OK)

15.Osaka Sushi Making Class – Hands-On Nigiri & Rolls (Same-Day OK)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 352 reviews · from $33

At Sushi Master Namba Dotonbori, you’ll learn about Japanese food culture, prepare sushi rice, shape nigiri and rolls, and eat what you make. English-speaking instructors guide beginners, families, and food lovers through an 8-piece standard or 10-piece premium course. Vegetarian options are available if requested in advance, and sake or soft drinks can be ordered.