Tokyo · WORKSHOPS
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Good workshops book out in Tokyo, and the best go first. Ranked here are the 15 that earn it, with current prices and what sets each apart, so you can lock one in before the calendar fills.
Hands-on sushi class in Asakusa near Senso-ji. Learn maki and nigiri with English guides, then eat your own lunch.
“We had a blast while learning to make Sushi! We also learned new words to incorporate during our travel we highly recommend!”
Learn sushi in Asakusa: make maki rolls and nigiri, test sushi history in a quiz, and eat your creations with English guidance near Sensō-ji.
“such nice instructors! they made it very interactive and fun.”
Make your own Japanese chopsticks in Shinjuku using a traditional kanna hand plane, choose wood types, and optionally engrave, in about 1 hour.
“This was the best activity to kick off our Tokyo trip. The employees and manager were wonderful! This is a MUST DO”
Learn nigiri sushi in Tokyo, wear a happi coat, and make tuna and salmon nigiri with a chef for $42 in 90 minutes.
“Perfect experience, Mikoto was the best teacher and chef we could wish for, thank you very much!”
Ginza chopstick workshop: choose 24 woods and 2 lengths, plane and sand by hand, oil the finish, and optionally engrave your name.
“Quite fun actually. It takes some strength to peak the wood. In the end you get a sense of achievement for making something.”
Make 5 nigiri and 1 roll in Tsukiji. Watch fish prep and knife basics, then eat your lunch with fresh wasabi.
“SO FUN! I hadn't tried too much sushi before this trip, but I loved learning about different types of sushi, its history in Japanese culture, and how to make it in this class. The sushi master was so sweet and helpful. He got a good chuckle out of our efforts to copy his work! Yugo, our guide/the sushi master's assistant, was awesome. He was so fun and brought great vibes. You also get a chance to explore the Tsukiji Outer Market since the session is right there! 10/10 experience”
Small-group Tokyo cooking class with local chef YUCa: ramen and gyoza from scratch, plus optional market ingredients for your next meal.
“Yuca-san did an amazing job showing us how to make ramen and gyoza. The steps were easy to follow, and I’m looking forward to recreating the experience at home! My partner and I loved learning about her cooking and cultural insights. The supermarket tour was very informative. We would give her 10 stars if we could!”
Make matcha in Asakusa with hands-on coaching and seasonal Japanese sweets. English-speaking hosts, short class, real skills for home.
“Rino made me a master matcha maker, had so much fun during the class, and learned a lot ! Dessert were yummy as well”
Train in Tokyo with a samurai descendant: iai swordwork, cutting practice, sparring, and horseback-style archery in a real dojo.
“The experience was very legit, fun and immersive! Sensei brings a wealth of knowledge in both history and swordsmanship. Husband and I were beyond satisfied with the experience! Also super patient with everyone throughout the entire process. Definitely recommended and a must visit!”
Make nigiri and maki in Tsukiji with a pro sushi chef. Learn knife skills, use market-fresh fish, and eat your own sushi.
“Such a great experience learning about sushi making and the history of sushi. The chef was incredible experienced, friendly and clearly is a master of sushi making. I would definitely recommend this activity, because the sushi you make is so fresh and delicious! And this is coming from someone who doesn't normally eat raw fish!”
Carve, smooth, and finish your own wooden chopsticks in a small Tokyo workshop, guided by an artisan and ready the same day.
“This was a super fun way to experience something a little different from the usual tourist activities. Easy to do and the end product was a beautiful set of chopsticks!!”
Make your own pair of Tokyo chopsticks in a calm Shinjuku workshop, guided in English. Choose wood, carve by hand, take them home.
“Masa was amazing and very helpful. Great experience for a visit to Japan!”
Tokyo sushi making class in Shinjuku: hands-on nigiri, inari, rolls, and miso soup. Small group, English instruction, 3 hours.
“Our guides did an excellent job weaving cultural, historical, and language information into the sushi cooking experience. We wouldn’t have changed a thing!”
Walk Tsukiji Outer Market with an English guide, then cook washoku dishes at ABC Cooking Studio and eat your sushi lunch.
“What a wonderful day we had! The walk through the market was amazing despite the drizzle, we got to see all the incredible ingredients, people, food! Then we rode the bus to the cooking school which was incredible, so professional looking! We made stock and sushi and had the best time while doing them. Highly recommend this experience”
Make your own pair of Japanese chopsticks in Shinjuku. Pick the wood, carve, sand, oil, and optionally engrave your name in English or Japanese.
“Thank you to our guide Masa for helping us. Everything was super clear and perfect.”
