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Kanazawa: traditional Japanese & sushi cooking classes

Location Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
$181.57
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Overview

Join a fully hands-on Japanese cooking class at a 56-year-old culinary school just 3 minutes from Kanazawa Station. This is not a demonstration—each participant prepares all dishes with personal guidance from a professional local chef.

Learn practical skills you can use at home, including how to shape sushi, make dashi, cook rolled omelets, and prepare Jibuni, a Kanazawa specialty. You’ll also gain insights into the cultural background of each dish.

We use fresh, seasonal ingredients, including premium fish from Omicho Market—also supplied to Michelin-starred restaurants.

Real-time AI translation via a 65-inch screen ensures smooth communication in English.

Note: Vegan diets and those avoiding fish-based dashi cannot be accommodated. Please inform us of any other dietary needs at booking—same-day changes are not accepted.
Kanazawa: traditional Japanese & sushi cooking classes
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

  • Photo service during the experience, with images provided afterward.
  • Real-time AI translation on a large screen for smooth communication.
  • One aperitif (Kanazawa plum wine or local sake) included with your meal.
  • Optional Knife Gallery (from July 2025) with 10% discount for guests.
  • English recipe sent via email the day before the class.
  • Sushi chef uniform rental for the full experience and commemorative photos.
  • Certificate of completion with your name written in Japanese.
  • Hands-on cooking class for 5 Japanese dishes, including sushi and Kanazawa’s local specialty jibuni.
  • Full-course tasting of the dishes you prepare during the lesson.
  • Use of premium Japanese kitchen knives during the class.
  • Tips are not required, but always appreciated if you’re satisfied with the experience.
  • Additional drinks such as sake, beer, or soft drinks (available for purchase).
  • Private transportation

Meeting point
Come to Nakata Cooking School. 4-13 Konohanamachi Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Pref. At Nakata Cooking School, 2nd floor “Washoku Dojo”
Return details
Come to Nakata Cooking School. 4-13 Konohanamachi Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Pref. At Nakata Cooking School, 2nd floor “Washoku Dojo”

Join an authentic cooking class at a 56-year-old culinary school just 3 minutes from Kanazawa Station. After changing into a sushi chef uniform, you'll learn about Japanese food culture and ingredients with real-time AI translation support.

You'll make five dishes with step-by-step guidance:
• Nigiri Sushi – using wild fish from Omicho Market
• Jibuni – Kanazawa’s signature chicken stew
• Dashi-Maki Tamago – soft rolled omelet with a Michelin-style recipe
• Dashi Broth – traditional bonito and kelp stock
• Seasonal Side Dish & Miso Soup

Use premium Japanese knives and, if you wish, visit our in-house Knife Museum (opening July 2025, 10% discount for participants).
Photos will be taken during the class, and you’ll receive a beautiful certificate of completion.
Enjoy your handmade dishes with a small aperitif (plum wine or sake).
A hands-on, small-group class with local flavor and warm hospitality.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Kanazawa: traditional Japanese & sushi cooking classes

    Location Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
    $181.57
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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