Highlights
- Shape nigiri and maki rolls under the direct guidance of a local sushi chef in Atami.
- A guide interprets the chef’s instructions and facilitates a live Q&A session throughout the class.
- The session takes place at a casual, locally listed sushi restaurant in Shizuoka Prefecture.
- Atami’s coastal setting connects directly to the seafood-focused craft you practice during the class.
What to Expect
You arrive at a casual sushi restaurant in Atami, a coastal city in Shizuoka Prefecture known for its access to fresh seafood from Suruga Bay. As you settle in, your guide introduces the session and explains how the class will run, bridging communication between you and the chef. The setting is relaxed and hands-on, designed for participants who want to engage directly with Japanese culinary tradition without the formality of a high-end sushi counter.
The chef demonstrates nigiri and maki techniques in front of you, showing how to portion rice, shape it with your hands, and place toppings or fillings with precision. You then replicate each step yourself, receiving direct feedback as you go. Your guide translates the chef’s corrections and tips in real time, so nothing gets lost between instruction and practice. The session moves at a steady pace, giving you time to refine your technique with each piece you shape.
By the end of the 90-minute class, you have hand-crafted a selection of sushi pieces using the methods shown by the chef. You eat what you have made, giving you a direct result to assess your own progress. The Q&A format means you leave with answers to specific questions about ingredients, knife work, or regional sushi customs — knowledge grounded in the chef’s own professional practice.
Important Information
- Additional food and drinks beyond what is included in the class are charged separately and paid directly at the venue.
- The experience is conducted at a casual sushi restaurant listed on Tabelog; it is not a high-end or Michelin-level establishment.
- A guide is present throughout to translate between Japanese and English and to facilitate questions to the chef.
- Participants should arrive on time, as the chef’s instruction begins promptly and follows a set sequence.
- Cancellation conditions apply; review the booking terms carefully before confirming your reservation.
- Inform the operator of any dietary restrictions or allergies at the time of booking.
Map
<div class="maps_inPage"><iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps?q=Atami+Shizuoka&output=embed&locale=en&key=AIzaSyDSXnuFxE3B1oprM7fhXpI0Zj7dMr4BYtY" style="border:0;" allowfullscreen="" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>