Arrive in Akihabara, a district in central Tokyo known equally for its electronics culture and its position as a hub for visitors exploring the city. As you step into a casual sushi restaurant listed on Tabelog, move away from the area’s busy streets and into a setting where the focus shifts entirely to one of Japan’s most recognised culinary traditions.
Meet your bilingual guide who will introduce the session and connect you with the chef who will lead the class. Watch as the chef demonstrates nigiri technique directly in front of you — how to portion rice, shape it with your hands, and place fish on top with the right balance and pressure.
Follow along, working through each step at your own pace. When something is unclear, ask questions through the guide, and the chef responds with practical adjustments. Move through the core techniques of sushi preparation in a hands-on format.
By the end of the 90-minute class, shape your own pieces of nigiri and rolls using the same methods the chef uses daily. Eat what you have made, finishing the session with a direct comparison between your results and the chef’s demonstration.
