Highlights
- Shape nigiri and maki rolls under direct instruction from a professional sushi chef in Beppu.
- A bilingual guide supports communication between you and the chef throughout the session.
- The class takes place at a casual, listed sushi restaurant — not a formal fine-dining venue.
- Questions to the chef are welcomed, giving you direct access to hands-on culinary knowledge.
What to Expect
You arrive at a casual sushi restaurant in Beppu, a city in Oita Prefecture known as one of Japan’s most celebrated hot spring destinations. Beyond its onsen culture, Beppu sits along the coast of Kyushu, where access to fresh seafood shapes the local food scene. As you step inside, a bilingual guide introduces you to the setting and the chef who will lead your session, grounding the experience in the everyday sushi culture of the region.
The chef demonstrates techniques directly in front of you — how to press and shape rice for nigiri, how to roll maki with consistent tension, and how to handle ingredients with care. You then replicate each step yourself, working through the same motions with guidance from both the chef and your bilingual guide. When something is unclear or you want to go deeper, you direct questions to the chef and receive answers in real time.
By the end of the session, you have shaped your own nigiri and maki rolls from start to finish. You sit down and eat what you have made, tasting the direct result of the techniques you practised. The chef and guide remain available for final questions before the class concludes, leaving you with a concrete set of skills rooted in the sushi-making traditions of Oita.
Important Information
- Additional food and drinks beyond what is included in the class are available to order and must be paid for separately on-site.
- The session is held at a casual sushi or seafood restaurant listed on Tabelog; the specific venue is confirmed at the time of booking.
- Wear comfortable clothing suitable for light food preparation activity.
- Cancellation policies vary; please review the terms at the time of booking before confirming your reservation.
- Meeting point details and any pre-session instructions will be provided in your booking confirmation.
- Participants with dietary restrictions or allergies are advised to notify the operator in advance of the session.
Map
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