Kanazawa: traditional Japanese & sushi cooking classes
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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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.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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.
Sample Menu
main
Authentic nigirizushi
We purchase sashimi from the same fishmonger in the Omicho Market as the Michelin-listed sushi restaurants.
main
Japanese omelette
Using a Michelin restaurant recipe with plenty of Japanese fish stock.
main
miso soup
Authentic miso soup with Japanese fish stock
main
Jibe-ni, a typical local dish of Kanazawa
Sukiyaki-style seasoned local cuisine using ingredients unique to Kanazawa
starter
Seasonal appetizers
bolied vegetables with seasoning and bonito flakes
dessert
mochi
What‘s Included
Use of premium Japanese kitchen knives during the class.
Full-course tasting of the dishes you prepare during the lesson.
Participants Only: Premium Japanese Knives at Special Prices
Hands-on cooking class for 5 Japanese dishes, including sushi and Kanazawa’s local specialty jibuni.
Certificate of completion with your name written in Japanese.
Cutting-Edge Real-Time AI Translation Voice and text in multiple languages on screen.
Sushi chef uniform rental for the full experience and commemorative photos.
English recipe sent via email the day before the class.
One aperitif (Kanazawa plum wine or local sake) included with your meal.
Photo service during the experience, with images provided afterward.
Private transportation
Additional drinks such as sake, beer, or soft drinks (available for purchase).
Tips are not required, but always appreciated if you’re satisfied with the experience.
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Kanazawa: traditional Japanese & sushi cooking classes
Reviews
64 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Surprisingly informative and entertaining.
Arnold A,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sensei (teacher) was very engaging and entertaining. The whole experience was aided by a translation software which added to the humor of the conversation. The dishes that he taught were basic but were still noteworthy. It's a true immersion into Japanese food without feeling overwhelmed or challenged. There was also a good immersion into the history, the background, and the practices behind the cuisine. One of the best experiences you can do while in Japan.
An EXCELLENT experience
tourist82,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fabulous time cooking with Chef Seiji! Our family of four very much enjoyed learning about Japanese cooking, preparing the dishes with Chef Seiji’s guidance and eating the dishes at the end of the class. Chef Seiji was an excellent instructor - calm and patient with children and adults, with a great sense of humour. The AI translation app he uses is excellent - quick and accurate translations kept the lesson and the conversation flowing. The lesson was excellent value for money. The cooking school is conveniently located a few minute's walk from Kanazawa station. We would absolutely recommend this class to anyone. If we make another trip to Kanazawa we will do another class here… Chef Seiji is starting a ramen and gyoza class next year.
Delicious cooking class in Kanazawa
susan t,,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The instructor was lively, entertaining, knowledgeable and fun, the space is really warm, clean and inviting, and the food was DELICIOUS!
Fun and memorable learning experience.
Paradise38378603816,,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent evening. Entertaining and educational. Learnt a lot about what makes good sushi, cooking techniques, and eating traditions. Clever use of technology to communicate in 3 different languages at once. Husband had to cancel last minute as unwell but he loves his small gift and uses it all the time. Knives from here are very special.
Wonderful evening with great recipes . Such fun
davidbJ9139OD,,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our evening. Fantastic recipes of authentic Japanese meals . Fully involved with all cooking. So well organised with a delightful couple . Great value for money and will definitely try the recipes at home .
Great experience
MarcD3224,,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. The chef welcomed us very well. His good humor, humor and especially the products used for recipes, we liked everything. The instant translation system allows you to follow without particular worries. We highly recommend.
A great experience for all the family.
Niki H,,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have just returned from our cooking experience with Seiji and Azumi. I booked this for our family of 5 ranging from age 62 to 17. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Seiji is a comical host who made the experience a lot of fun. We really enjoyed learning how to cook Japanese style and would highly recommend.
Wonderful and useful cooking class
Danielle C,,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A really wonderful time. The host is very funny and engaging, the instructions were easy to understand, and you'll be actively learning & cooking the whole time. Some cooking classes are just tourist traps but not this one. I enjoy cooking as a hobby so I wasn't sure whether I'd learn anything new here, but I definitely did. You make several different dishes in this class, and many of them use techniques that are hard to grasp just by watching a Youtube video, requiring sound/smell/touch/etc cues that can only really be understood by experiencing them in person. You get to try out high-end knives in the class (that you can purchase if you enjoy the feel of them) and you even get a fun cooking certificate to take home! It was the highlight of our day and I'd recommend it to anyone.
Perfect culinary activity while cruise was in port!
CivusRomanus,,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fun and informative experience for those interested in Japanese cuisine! Chef Seiji San and Izumi San were so kind and welcoming. They gave clear instructions and let us learn hands-on but always helped when needed. They have a wonderful sense of humor. The perfect way to spend the afternoon while the cruise was docked in Kanazawa. Thank you so much!
Absolutely fantastic!
ryanlB9890JG,,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely FANTASTIC! My husband and I had SO much fun. The instructor was EXCELLENT. He was so funny and knowledgeable. We cannot recommend this enough!!! The food was both high volume and high quality. We are so happy we did this class!
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