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Japanese Knife Experience
Japanese Knife
Japanese Knife Experience
Japanese Knife Experience
Japanese Knife Experience
Japanese Knife Experience
Tokyo

Keen Japanese Knife & Sashimi Workshop (Tuna Rice Bowl / Sushi)

English, Japanese
2 hours
Discover the artistry of Japanese knives in a hands-on class at Tokyo’s D Kitchen Building. Learn about their history, craftsmanship, and techniques from a master instructor through demonstrations and guided practice, then apply your skills in a final cooking session.

  • Knife lecture, sharpening, and hands-on cutting practice
  • Sushi or tuna bowl cooking class with ingredients and tools
  • Lunch (zuke don or sushi set with miso soup and sake)
  • Kappogi uniform rental
  • Certificate of completion
  • 10% same-day shop discount
  • Wi-Fi and taxes
What's not included
  • Optional knife and merchandise purchases

What to expect

Understanding Japanese Knives (Using short movies and photos)

  • How knives are made

  • Details of Japanese knives

  • Single-edged and double-edged

  • Three types of Japanese knives

Demonstration

  • Thinly slicing tomatoes

  • Katsura (type of cutting)

  • How to hold and maneuver the knife

  • Slicing tuna for sashimi

Experience

  • Experience in slicing tuna for sashimi

  • Experience in making dipping sauce

  • Experience in sharpening knives

  • Tasting (bowl with marinated toppings, Akadashi soup, Japanese sake, Japanese tea)

Essentials to Know Before Booking

  • Instruction is provided in Japanese with English translation.

  • Children aged 6–11 may not use real knives for sashimi cutting.

  • We cannot accommodate food allergies or ingredient substitutions.

  • We are not liable for food poisoning or physical issues post-consumption.

  • Prepared dishes cannot be taken home to avoid health risks.

  • We are not responsible for any injuries or accidents during the class.

  • The maximum number of participants allowed is 8 people.

  • The class is designed for individuals aged 12 and above.

  • If the class is canceled by the organizer, a full refund will be issued.

  • Cancellation notice due to instructor illness will be sent by email at least 30 minutes before the start time.

Meet directly at this location to join the tour
Kappodo Japanese Knife Shop, 2 Chome-21-12 Nishi-Azabu, Minato City, Tokyo

  • This booking is non-refundable.

Itinerary

Kappodo Japanese Knife Shop
2 Chome-21-12 Nishi-Azabu, Minato City, Tokyo

Discover the art of Japanese knives in Tokyo. Learn from a master instructor, practice cutting techniques, and prepare your own sushi or tuna bowl in this hands-on workshop.

Japanese Knife

Frequently Asked Questions

You will prepare either a tuna rice bowl (zuke don) or sushi with tamagoyaki, depending on the selected option.

Yes. The class includes a basic whetstone sharpening lesson and cutting practice.

Yes. The lesson is conducted in Japanese with English translation.

We are unable to accommodate food allergies or special dietary requests. If you have allergies, please consider this carefully before booking, as participation is at your own discretion.

No. For food safety reasons, prepared dishes must be consumed during the class and cannot be taken home.

Participants are responsible for their own safety during the workshop. While safety instructions are provided, the organizer is not liable for injuries or accidents that occur during the class.

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