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Asakusa Tokyo Sushi Making Class: Matcha and Unlimited Sake by Local Operator

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Activity provider: Sushi Matcha (Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience in Asakusa)
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Tour in Tokyo, including Interactive sushi making workshop and 8-10 pieces of Tokyo-style (Edomae) maki & nigiri sushi. Run by Sushi Matcha (Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience in Asakusa), booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Runs 1.5 hours
  • 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)

Asakusa Tokyo Sushi Making Class: Matcha and Unlimited Sake by Local Operator: Key Facts

PriceFrom $76 per person
Duration1.5 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 1.5-hour experience in Tokyo. It is run by Sushi Matcha (Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience in Asakusa), an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Tokyo's wholesale fish market moved from Tsukiji to Toyosu in 2018, but the Tsukiji Outer Market, the lanes of shops and stalls around the old site, stayed and is where the food walks go: tamagoyaki on a stick, tuna cuts, uni, grilled scallops and knife shops, busiest from about 8:00 to 11:00 and closed on Sundays and some Wednesdays. The tuna auction itself is at Toyosu, watched from a viewing deck before 6:30 with an advance lottery. Sushi classes teach shari, the vinegared rice, and the hand pressure of nigiri; most run two to three hours and you eat what you make.

The price covers Interactive sushi making workshop, 8-10 pieces of Tokyo-style, Sushi chef uniform, Kagami Biraki sake ceremony and Owner's secret sushi recipe & instructions. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Sushi Matcha | Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience (Local Cooking Class). We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Sushi Matcha (Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience in Asakusa) before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting location

Sushi Matcha | Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience (Local Cooking Class)

Sushi Matcha | Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience (Local Cooking Class)

Cooking class (1.5 hours)

Arrive back at

Sushi Matcha | Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience (Local Cooking Class)

Detailed Itinerary

Starting location: Sushi Matcha | Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience (Local Cooking Class)

Sushi Matcha | Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience (Local Cooking Class): Cooking class (1.5 hours)

Arrive back at: Sushi Matcha | Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience (Local Cooking Class)

Includes

  • 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

Important information

Meeting point

Sushi Matcha | Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience (Local Cooking Class)

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $76
$76
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

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based on 128 reviews
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Value for money
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Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Przemysław
September 14, 2026

Great way to learn how to make sushi. The best part is that you can eat it afterwards. I wouldn't call it a "cooking class", more like a workshop. Of course it makes sense as we wouldn't be able to prepare rice or cut the fish properly by ourselves.

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Buket
September 9, 2026

Very welcoming and nice staff. We felt from the first moment on welcomed. Theexplanation about Sushis history was very interesting. Definitely worth it.

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Laura
August 12, 2026

I really loved the Asakusa Tokyo Sushi Making Class: Matcha nad Unlimited Sake! The staff was amazing and created a great, relaxed atmosphere. They explained everything step by step in a very simple way, so it was super easy to follow. I highly recommend this workshop to everyone!

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Samuel
September 7, 2026

Great value for money and the hosts were very friendly and helpful.

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Catherine
September 6, 2026

Absolutely wonderful in every way! The warmth and friendliness of Sora and Hono were amazing, and Sora’s authentic , passionate and enthusiastic presentation of the art of sushi making was excellent. Everything was beautifully presented, and we felt privileged to learn a little more about Japanese culture through such a special experience. A truly memorable highlight of our time in Japan. Highly, highly recommend!

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Lewis
September 5, 2026

Sora was social and very clear with the instructions. It was a fun experience with fresh ingredients.

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Marta
September 2, 2026

It was a great event! We learnt about sushi and macha and a few more things in a fun atmosphere! Both teachers Riku and Sora (i hope i didnt misspell!) were fantastic:) Highly recommended!

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Georgina
September 1, 2026

I booked this last minute and I am so glad I did. All of the instructors were extremely friendly and engaging and we were able to communicate in multiple languages together - Portuguese, English, German and English! It was a great balance between educational and fun, and everything we ate was delicious. Don’t be worried about going alone, just sign up, you won’t regret it! Thank you for the best time 🫶🍣

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Emma
August 21, 2026

Sora was really knowledgeable about Sushi and took the time to chat to us and also show us the steps in detail. Great value for money

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Armando
August 19, 2026

It was very fun. The chef and his assistant were very welcoming, kind and fun. It was a pleasure to spend an afternoon there. The sushi was amazing & the experience worth doing. Highly recommended!

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Joshua
August 19, 2026

Fun way to learn to make sushi and enjoy macha. Instructors were clear and happy to answer questions.

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Mary-frances
August 19, 2026

Really enjoyed the cooking class. the chef was awesome and explained the history and process really well. he had an awesome sense of humour and we laughed a bit. You got to eat what you made. Yum. would definitely recommend and would do it again. thank you for a great afternoon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sushi Matcha | Tokyo Sushi Making Class & Matcha Experience (Local Cooking Class)
Yes, if you tell us when you book rather than on the day. Dashi, the fish stock, is in almost everything, so vegetarian and vegan need to be named specifically and the host will plan a kombu-based version. Halal-certified restaurants exist in the big cities but are fewer, so say so early.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
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
The duration of the Asakusa Tokyo Sushi Making Class: Matcha and Unlimited Sake by Local Operator is typically 1.5 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Late March to early April for cherry blossom, or late October to early December for autumn colour and the clearest skies. Contrary to most advice, October is Tokyo's wettest month (234.8 mm), not the June rainy season. Full month-by-month figures are in our best time to visit Tokyo guide.
Get a Suica or Pasmo IC card and budget ¥1,000–¥1,400 a day. Do not buy a JR Pass for a Tokyo-only trip — it costs ¥50,000 and excludes Tokyo Metro and Toei entirely. Note JR East raised Tokyo fares on 14 March 2026, so Metro is now cheaper than JR on several routes. See getting around Tokyo.
Shibuya Sky releases tickets only 14 days ahead at 00:00 JST — it cannot be booked months in advance. teamLab Borderless tickets drop at 12:00 JST on the 1st of each month. Our 3-day Tokyo itinerary lists every booking deadline.
Yes — a Japanese licence or an International Driving Permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention. 1968 Vienna Convention permits are not valid in Japan. Licences from Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Monaco and Taiwan need an official JAF translation instead. Arrange it before you fly; see the Tokyo go-kart guide.
Yes — the highway bus from Busta Shinjuku to Kawaguchiko takes about 1h 45m for ¥2,200. But manage expectations: Fuji is visible on 84% of December mornings and only 23% of July mornings, and cloud builds through the day, so go early. Details in our Mount Fuji day trip guide.
Edomae sushi (the Tokyo Bay style, where curing began as a workaround for having no refrigeration), monjayaki — a runny griddle dish unique to Tokyo with 80+ specialists on Tsukishima's Monja Street — and soba. Also worth knowing: Tsukiji Outer Market never closed; only the wholesale auction moved to Toyosu. See the Tokyo food guide.
The crossing itself takes about ninety seconds. What makes it worth an evening is one street back — Nonbei Yokocho, a lantern-lit alley of tiny bars a minute away that almost nobody who photographs the scramble walks into. Note street drinking is banned in the area 18:00–05:00 year-round, though the ordinance carries no fine. See the Shibuya Crossing guide.
Yes, some. Japan's cashless ratio reached 58% in 2025, so over 40% of payments are still cash — and card refusal is most likely at small independent izakaya, ramen ticket machines and market stalls. Tipping is not expected anywhere.
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