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Kanazawa: traditional Japanese & sushi cooking classes

By Nakata cooking school
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $101 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

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.

Activity location

  • Nakata Cooking School ＆ Knife Shop (By Appointment Only)
    • 13 4
    • 920-0852, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Nakata Cooking School ＆ Knife Shop (By Appointment Only)
    • 13 4
    • 920-0852, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

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Kanazawa: traditional Japanese & sushi cooking classes
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Price details
$100.94 x 2 Adults$201.88
Total
Price is $201.88
Until Wed, Oct 1

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Use of premium Japanese kitchen knives during the class.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Full-course tasting of the dishes you prepare during the lesson.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Participants Only: Premium Japanese Knives at Special Prices
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hands-on cooking class for 5 Japanese dishes, including sushi and Kanazawa’s local specialty jibuni.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Certificate of completion with your name written in Japanese.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Cutting-Edge Real-Time AI Translation Voice and text in multiple languages on screen.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Sushi chef uniform rental for the full experience and commemorative photos.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English recipe sent via email the day before the class.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    One aperitif (Kanazawa plum wine or local sake) included with your meal.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Photo service during the experience, with images provided afterward.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Private transportation
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Additional drinks such as sake, beer, or soft drinks (available for purchase).
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips are not required, but always appreciated if you’re satisfied with the experience.

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Activity itinerary

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.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Nakata Cooking School ＆ Knife Shop (By Appointment Only)
    • 13 4
    • 920-0852, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Nakata Cooking School ＆ Knife Shop (By Appointment Only)
    • 13 4
    • 920-0852, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

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