

About this activity
Master the fundamentals of sushi-making in a hands-on 1-hour class in Nara, where you'll learn to prepare sushi rice and craft eight pieces using premium ingredients. Beginners walk away with practical skills, a personalized certificate, and the confidence to recreate sushi at home.
In Japan, we put our hands together and say “itadakimasu” before a meal and “gochisousama” after a meal.Once you make the shari, you will make 8 pieces of sushi using premium ingredients. Everyone call out, “1, 2, 3, Rasshai!
After you finish, it's time for graduation.Everyone will be given a certificate with their name on it and will graduate as a "Sushi Master!" Enjoy making sushi at home!
※Vegetarian and vegan menus are also available.
You can join us together!
Highlights
- ✓Make 8 pieces of sushi from scratch with professional guidance
- ✓Learn traditional Japanese sushi rice (shari) preparation technique
- ✓Work with premium-quality ingredients in an authentic setting
- ✓Receive a personalized 'Sushi Master' graduation certificate
- ✓Vegetarian and vegan menu options available for all dietary preferences
Insider tips
- ★Arrive with clean hands and trimmed nails—precision matters when handling sushi rice and fish
- ★Pay attention during the rice preparation phase; it's the foundation of great sushi and often overlooked at home
- ★Ask your instructor for tips on sourcing quality sushi rice and nori back home—they'll share local supplier secrets
Good to know
- •Class duration is 1 hour total; arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in
- •No cooking experience required; all techniques are taught from the beginning
- •Ingredients and tools are provided; wear comfortable clothing you don't mind getting rice residue on
- •Vegetarian and vegan options are available—confirm dietary needs when booking
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Morning or early afternoon classes tend to be less crowded and give you the full day to practise techniques at home afterward. Nara is pleasant year-round, though spring and autumn offer the most comfortable learning conditions.






