Sushi Class, Unlimited Sake

Asakusa Tokyo Sushi Making Class: Matcha & Unlimited Sake

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1 hour 30 minutes, free cancellation.

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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meeting point: Asakusa
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Included in the fare
Run by: Sushi Matcha (Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience in Asakusa)

Overview

This Asakusa class opens with a Kagami-biraki ceremony, the traditional breaking open of a sake barrel that marks new beginnings. Guests count down, chant together, and raise a toast, with water or warm Japanese tea available for anyone who does not drink alcohol. From there the class moves into hands-on Tokyo-style, or Edomae, sushi making.

Instructors walk everyone through shaping the rice with the right pressure, handling the toppings, and rolling maki, step by step. Each participant makes a set of maki and nigiri pieces, then eats everything they created. Rice and fish are prepared in advance so the whole session fits into the 90-minute slot. At the end, the pace slows down for a matcha whisking and a bowl of tea as the closing sip.

The class is fully hands-on, with nobody sitting out, and children can join every step. Reviewers repeatedly describe the teaching as clear and easy to follow, and families with kids and even a baby reported feeling comfortable throughout. The studio sits in Asakusa, about a minute from Asakusa Station and a short walk from Senso-ji Temple and Kaminarimon Gate, which makes it easy to pair with sightseeing in the area.

What's Included

Interactive sushi making workshop
8-10 pieces of Tokyo-style (Edomae) maki & nigiri sushi
Sushi chef uniform
Kagami Biraki Sake ceremony (Includes all-you-can-drink sake)
Owner's secret sushi recipe & instructions (shared with participants only)
Matcha Whisking
Water or Green tea

Itinerary

Meet at the studioArrive at the Sushi Matcha cooking class venue in Asakusa, about one minute from Asakusa Station.
Kagami-biraki ceremonyThe class opens with a traditional sake barrel-opening, a group chant, and a celebratory toast. Non-alcoholic drinks are provided.
Sushi-making classA 1.5-hour hands-on session covering nigiri and maki rolls, with step-by-step instruction and recipes to take home.
Matcha whiskingThe class finishes with guests whisking their own bowl of matcha and drinking it as the final sip.
End at the studioThe experience ends back at the same meeting point, with the recipe and instructions to take away.

What To Expect From The Tour

Here is what to know before booking, based on the listing and what past guests have said.

Food quantity. Each guest makes and eats a set of maki and nigiri pieces, around eight to ten. One family noted the portions run light, so big eaters may want a snack afterward.
Family friendly. Children can take part in every step, and reviewers with kids aged six to twelve, and one with a baby, said the whole family felt included. The format works for mixed groups of adults and children.
Instruction style. Several reviewers praised the clear, step-by-step explanations, with one mentioning slides used during the demo. The class is built for beginners and suits all skill levels.
Alcohol and drinks. The sake ceremony includes all-you-can-drink sake, and water or green tea is available for non-drinkers. Everyone joins the toast regardless of what they drink.
What you take home. The owner's sushi recipe and instructions are shared with participants only, so guests can recreate the sushi at home. Several reviewers said the class gave them something they could recreate in their own kitchen.
Dietary needs. Allergies, raw fish, or wasabi issues must be emailed to the operator in advance with the reservation name and date. Same-day requests may not be accommodated.

Common issues. The most common criticism is depth: some travellers say they would prefer instruction beyond the basics, so experienced home cooks may find the teaching introductory. One reviewer flagged the portions as small and suggested planning more food afterward if you eat heavily. Dietary requests must be made in advance by email, and the operator warns that requests made on the day of the visit may not be possible.

Common Questions

Is Food Included In The Price?

Yes. The price covers the hands-on workshop, the maki and nigiri you make and eat, the sake ceremony with all-you-can-drink sake, matcha whisking, a sushi chef uniform, and water or green tea. The recipe and instructions are also included.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No, pickup is not included. The class is held at the Sushi Matcha studio in Asakusa, about a minute from Asakusa Station and a short walk from Senso-ji Temple and Kaminarimon Gate.

Can Children Join The Class?

Yes. Kids can safely join every step, and reviewers with children aged six to twelve described it as a fun family activity. One family even attended with a baby and felt comfortable throughout.

I Don't Drink Alcohol. Can I Still Take Part?

Yes. Water or warm Japanese tea is provided so everyone can join the Kagami-biraki toast.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

I Have A Food Allergy. What Should I Do?

Email the operator directly at info@sushi-matcha.com before your visit, including your reservation name and the date and time of your booking. Requests made on the day of the visit may not be accommodated, so contact them as early as possible.

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