Sushi Making Experience Luxury Course in Nara

5.0 (36 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation

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36 reviews

5.0

Sushi Making Experience Luxury Course in Nara — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

1. Authentic Experience

Unlike standard sushi classes, this experience covers every step, from preparing rice to crafting perfect nigiri. You’ll use authentic tools and techniques under the guidance of skilled instructors.

2. Cultural Insight

Learn not only how to make sushi but also its cultural significance in Japan. It’s more than a cooking class—it’s an exploration of tradition.

3. Personalized Instruction

With small group sizes, you’ll receive guidance tailored to your skill level, whether you’re a beginner or experienced.

4. Hands-On Fun

Grate fresh wasabi, slice sushi-grade fish, and assemble sushi in an engaging, interactive environment.

5. Graduation Ceremony

Celebrate your achievements with a fun graduation ceremony and a certificate of completion.

6. Take-Home Skills

Learn techniques and recipes to make sushi at home, impressing friends and family.

7. Unique Setting

Held in the heart of Japan, this class offers an unforgettable cultural experience.

Cooking Classes Excellent Quality Short term availability Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof

At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 200 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: Umemori Sushi School

Ages: Children (3–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Rental cloth(We have various kinds of clothes, so you can choose)
Included: Premium Sushi (8 pieces)
Included: Certificate of completion
Included: Various toppings such as green onion, ginger and so on(You can choose your favorites)
Included: Souvenir photography
Included: Lecture about how to make sushi

Not included

Not included: Drink
Not included: Other Japanese food such as tempura, tofu(soy), pork shabu-shabu
Not included: Other optional menu

Itinerary

Dive into the world of authentic Japanese sushi-making with this interactive and enjoyable hands-on class. From beginners to sushi enthusiasts, this is a rare opportunity to learn the art of sushi-making from start to finish, guided by skilled instructors at the heart of Japan. 【Step 1】Making Shari (Sushi Rice): Learn how to prepare perfectly seasoned sushi rice. 【Step 2】Grating Wasabi: Enjoy the aroma of freshly grated wasabi. 【Step 3】Fish Preparation: Master the art of cutting fresh sushi-grade seafood. 【Step 4】Shaping Sushi: Form and assemble sushi like a pro. 【Step 5】Completion: Receive your certificate and celebrate your achievement. This immersive class is more than just making sushi. It's an experience to create memories, deepen your cultural understanding, and gain skills to share with family and friends. Whether traveling solo, as a couple, or in a group, this sushi-making experience will be a highlight of your trip to Japan. ※Ingredients (toppings) may vary depending on the season ※Photo for illustrative purposes only

Stop 1

Sushi — One of the most popular Japanese foods

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please get off at the south entrance of Shin-Omiya station and turn right into the narrow street. Go down the street for a while, so you can see a railroad crossing. If you turn right there, you can see us soon in front of the Nara Loyal Hotel and behind a parking area.

End point

Please get off at the south entrance of Shin-Omiya station and turn right into the narrow street. Go down the street for a while, so you can see a railroad crossing. If you turn right there, you can see us soon in front of the Nara Loyal Hotel and behind a parking area.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
We have options for vegetarians, vegans and Muslims. Please inform us before your class.
Allergies, non-raw, gluten-free and other options are also available.
We don't have any special infant meals.
There is no elevator here, but we can help you go up the stairs.
What should I do if I'm going to be late for the meeting time? If you are unavoidably delayed by up to 15 minutes, we would appreciate it if you could contact the experience organizer's emergency contact number. The emergency contact details can be found below. ・Phone: +81-742-34-5789 As other participants will be present on the day, we cannot accommodate schedule changes. Please note that if you arrive late, you may not be able to experience all the activities listed on the experience details page. In such cases, partial refunds are not possible. Please be advised that arrivals more than 30 minutes late will be treated as cancellations. Refunds will not be issued for cancellations due to late arrival. If you know you will be late, we recommend participating on a date and time when you have sufficient time.