Tokyo Onigiri Making Class : Morning Session with Sushi Master in Asakusa
About This Experience
Start your day the Japanese way with our morning onigiri class starting at 8 AM! While Tokyo slowly wakes up, you'll be learning to craft the perfect Japanese rice ball—a skill you can take home and enjoy for life. Using premium Japanese rice and a variety of traditional and creative fillings, you'll make onigiri that's both beautiful and delicious. This cozy, intimate class is the perfect way to start your day in Tokyo.
What guests loved
Ken is the owner and he runs the place. Starts with sake, then how to make nigiri and maki, then matcha. He gives you his family recipe. I have tried to make sushi at home and it's a disaster. The sushi I made here was actually really good. Afterwards he will send you recipes and pictures. Really friendly and highly recommend coming!
Daniel Lovell · April 12, 2026
A highlight of our Japan trip so far! Our family (2 adults, a tween and a child) had a fantastic time this afternoon learning to make both sushi rolls (maki) and fish on rice (nigiri) sushi, and enjoying matcha and sake. There were 7 people in our session, so great hands on attention from both the host and the chef. Getting to eat our creations was great and it was enough for our dinner. Highly recommended!
Amanda Stranks · April 27, 2026
Highlights
Experience Timeline
Good Morning!
Arrive at our cozy studio and enjoy a warm welcome drink to start your day.
Rice Culture Introduction
Learn about Japanese rice culture and today's ingredients.
Onigiri Making Workshop
Master the art of shaping rice and learn various filling techniques.
Japanese Breakfast Time
Enjoy your onigiri with miso soup and pickles—a true Japanese breakfast!
Green Tea & Chat
Relax with green tea and chat about Tokyo tips and recommendations.
Take-home Prep & Farewell
Pack your extra onigiri to take away and receive your recipe card.
What's Included
¥8,000
per person
Free cancellation until 24 hours before · See cancellation policy
Your Instructors
Ken
Owner & Host
Born in Nikko — a UNESCO World Heritage city renowned for its stunning shrines and temples north of Tokyo — and raised by a professional Washoku chef, Ken brings authentic Japanese culinary tradition to every class. His passion for sharing Japanese food culture with travelers from around the world makes every experience warm, fun, and unforgettable.
Sora
Certified Sushi Instructor at Sushi Matcha
A true food lover at heart, Sora has always had a deep passion for Japanese cuisine. His year studying in Brazil gave him something special—a love for connecting across cultures, and the ability to speak Portuguese. As a certified instructor at Sushi Matcha, he makes sushi with guests from all over the world every day, ready to chat in English, Japanese, or even Portuguese. For Sora, there's nothing better than sharing the food he loves with new friends.
Hiro
Certified Sushi Instructor at Sushi Matcha
Born and raised in Tokyo, Hiro grew up between worlds—Paris, then boarding school in the Swiss Alps. After earning a Master's in Architecture in the U.S. and working at a New York firm, she came home with a new appreciation for Japanese culture and a desire to share it. Now a certified instructor at Sushi Matcha, she shares the culture of her hometown with guests through sushi.
Tomo
Certified Sushi Instructor at Sushi Matcha
After two years in Australia, Tomo returned to Japan with a mission: to share the beauty of Japanese culture with the world through sushi. This year, he joined Sushi Matcha as a certified instructor, and now makes sushi with guests from around the world every day. We hope his class becomes one of your favorite memories from Japan.
* The instructor on the day may differ.
Guest Reviews
What Our Guests Say
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Daniel Lovell
April 12, 2026
Ken is the owner and he runs the place. Starts with sake, then how to make nigiri and maki, then matcha. He gives you his family recipe. I have tried to make sushi at home and it's a disaster. The sushi I made here was actually really good. Afterwards he will send you recipes and pictures. Really friendly and highly recommend coming!
Amanda Stranks
April 27, 2026
A highlight of our Japan trip so far! Our family (2 adults, a tween and a child) had a fantastic time this afternoon learning to make both sushi rolls (maki) and fish on rice (nigiri) sushi, and enjoying matcha and sake. There were 7 people in our session, so great hands on attention from both the host and the chef. Getting to eat our creations was great and it was enough for our dinner. Highly recommended!
Ryan Chan
June 3, 2026
What a fantastic experience! The sushi-making workshop was fun, engaging, and incredibly well organized. The instructor was patient, knowledgeable, and made the entire process easy to follow, even for complete beginners. Highly recommend this workshop to anyone looking for a unique, fun, and delicious experience!
Danielle Hamilton
July 5, 2026
The sushi experience was great. I came with a group of 4 people. The location was clearly marked and easy to access from the Asakusa station. The hosts Hiro and Sora gave us chef jackets to wear and started us off with a sake toast and proceeded to offer as much sake as we wanted throughout the class. The sushi demonstration was fun and engaging. The amount of sushi we each made was a lot and we were quite full at the end. The experience ended with matcha drinks. 10/10 I would do again! This would be a great fit for a corporate outing or a date.
Teagan Jacobson
July 10, 2026
This one! So much better than the big group tourist classes. Small and intimate setting, authentic sushi. Fun teachers. Having all you can drink sake, matcha making, and a mochi dessert were an awesome bonus. Highly recommend!
Jillian Herzberg
July 26, 2026
I had an amazing experience making sushi and matcha. My daughter and I both agree this is a very good way to spend your time in tokyo. We will have memories to laugh about in the future, and higher standards for sushi going on. As a vegetarian individual they accommodated very well giving us just as tasty options without the meat. The instructors were very knowledgeable and everything was easy to understand even for younger kids. Would recommend if you come to Tokyo.
Access
Step into Asakusa—just minutes from Tokyo Skytree, Senso-ji Temple, Kaminarimon Gate, and Ryogoku Kokugikan. Experience Tokyo's most fun, festival-style sushi workshop where hands-on cooking meets Japanese celebration.
Address
1-10-16 Hanakawado, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0033
By Train
30 sec from Tobu Asakusa Station (North Exit)
Tokyo Metro Ginza Line
Tobu Skytree Line, Toei Asakusa Line, Tsukuba Express
Opening Hours
Daily: 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
This experience is held at a licensed, food-safe facility in Asakusa (Food Service License No. 1605, issued by Taito City, Tokyo).
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