Kyoto Pontocho Sushi Making Class at Sushi Kizaemon

A sushi restaurant by night, a sushi class by day
Learn at Sushi Kizaemon

Sushi Kizaemon in Pontocho welcomes diners as a sushi restaurant at night and hosts sushi classes before opening. This hands-on experience lets you learn directly from professional chefs in a real restaurant rather than a prepared cooking classroom. All skill levels are welcome, and you can ask questions freely in a relaxed atmosphere.

From sushi rice to shaping nigiri

Start by learning how to prepare and handle sushi rice, one of the most important elements of great sushi. Then learn how to handle fresh fish and proper cutting techniques, and make classic nigiri sushi the traditional way.

Make a variety of sushi with premium seafood and seasonal ingredients

Make different kinds of sushi with the same high-quality seafood served to dinner guests, such as salmon, tuna, eel and shrimp, along with carefully selected seasonal ingredients depending on availability. During the class, the chefs share insights into sushi culture, ingredient selection and the attention to detail Japanese cuisine requires.

Taste the sushi you made

Once your sushi is ready, enjoy the sushi you made yourself on the spot. It's a chance to understand the skill, precision and philosophy behind sushi, one of Japan's signature foods.

※ Seasonal ingredients may vary depending on availability.