Joetsu-Arai Sushi Chef Experience

Join us for a sushi-making experience in Myoko City, Niigata Prefecture! At an authentic sushi restaurant, you'll learn to create delicious nigiri sushi using fresh fish from the Sea of Japan. The owner-chef, known as "Taisho," will personally guide you, offering friendly and direct instruction that's perfect for beginners.

During the class, you'll learn the essentials of shaping sushi rice and placing sashimi on top to create six pieces of nigiri sushi. Afterward, we'll enjoy a lunch set together, which includes miso soup, grilled fish, rolled sushi, and salad. This experience is led by skilled sushi chefs and assisted by English-speaking guides, making it accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

Tour Highlights

• Hands-on sushi-making experience

• Guidance from an experienced sushi chef

• Use fresh fish from the Sea of Japan

• Create six pieces of nigiri sushi

• Enjoy a meal including grilled fish, miso soup, and more

• English-speaking guides available

• Authentic sushi restaurant setting

What's Covered

• Experience fee, material cost, consumption tax

• Tour guide

• Sushi chef costume and hat

• Cuisine: Nigiri sushi, grilled fish, steamed rice, miso soup, salad, tea

What's Extra

• Sake and other drinks

Essentials to Know Before Booking

• The session starts at 2:00 p.m. and lasts about two hours.

• A minimum of two participants is required, and the maximum allowed is four.

• You can cancel and receive a full refund if done at least 24 hours before the scheduled start.

• Changes or cancellations within 24 hours of the experience are not permitted.

• No refunds will be issued once your booking is confirmed.

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