Nigiri Sushi Class
Nowadays, it seems reasonable to say that for many people, the first thing that comes to mind when they think of Japan is nigiri sushi — a style so popular in Japan, most simply call it “sushi.” The Hokuriku region, located along the central Sea of Japan coast, boasts some of the nation’s best and freshest seafood, and naturally, locals regularly enjoy sushi, creating a thriving sushi scene.
In this class, we step into one of Kanazawa’s top sushi restaurants to learn all about this beloved dish, from a chef with a lifetime’s worth of experience working to master the art of sushi-making. Through conversation with the chef, guests learn about seasonal seafood from the Sea of Japan, local sushi rice, and the craft behind nigiri sushi. Guests prepare ten pieces of sushi with expert guidance, then enjoy their results. If time allows, the chef can also prepare a special dish using the leftover sushi rice, ensuring that nothing goes to waste.
Nigiri Sushi
Outside Japan, people often think of sushi as mainly being rolls, but when Japanese people say “sushi,” they almost always mean nigiri sushi: rice seasoned with vinegar, gently formed into a bite-sized portion and topped with fresh seafood or other ingredients. Like many seemingly simple dishes, nigiri sushi has a deceptive subtlety, with each piece directly reflecting both the quality of the ingredients and the skill of the chef. Kanazawa is the ideal place to experience nigiri sushi at its best, with exceptional seafood from the nearby Sea of Japan.
About the Restaurant
Located in the heart of Kanazawa, this second location of a popular sushi restaurant offers high-end sushi in a more relaxed, approachable setting. An up-and-coming sushi chef carefully prepares each piece using seasonal seafood from Hokuriku, especially Kanazawa and the Noto Peninsula, with a special sauce that brings out the ingredients’ natural flavors. The restaurant’s beautiful counter is made from a single slab of ginkgo wood. It is here that guests can watch as sushi is prepared right in front of them, to be enjoyed just a moment later.
Details
Location
At a sushi restaurant in the middle of downtown Kanazawa
Start Time & Time Required
12 pm (this can be adjusted depending on the restaurant’s schedule)
The class lasts around two hours
Group Size
2-6 people
Fee
Starting at ￥55,000 for groups of 2 guests
With an additional fee of ￥14,000 for every guest after
Reservation Deadline
We need to confirm with the restaurant their availability, so please make a reservation at least a week before the class date
Cancellation Policy
No refunds for cancellations made a week within the class date
For Those with Allergies
We cannot accommodate seafood allergies, so please refrain from making a reservation if you have one