Near Kanazawa Station, in a 56‑year‑old family-run culinary school, dive into the art of sushi and traditional Japanese dishes. With live multilingual translation and a fun, hands-on atmosphere, this class offers an unforgettable experience for all skill levels.
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- Use top-tier Japanese knives (special discount available for purchase)
- Dress up in a custom-made sushi chef outfit for great photo opportunities
- Enjoy AI-supported multilingual translation on a large screen
- High-quality souvenir photos included
- Cook 5 authentic dishes that exceed regular restaurant standards
Full Description
This experience offers more than a cooking class — it’s a deep dive into the culinary heart of Kanazawa. Located just a few minutes from Kanazawa Station, the school has been teaching Japanese cuisine for over half a century.
Led by a certified professional chef trained in Osaka and Kanazawa, you’ll learn to prepare five traditional dishes using premium ingredients and real techniques, all in a welcoming, interactive setting.
What You’ll Make
- Pressed Sushi (Oshizushi): Made with premium sashimi from Omicho Market, known for serving Michelin-starred chefs.
- Jibuni (Kanazawa Local Dish): A savory duck or chicken stew in dashi sauce with vegetables and fu (wheat gluten cake).
- Fluffy Dashi Omelet: Lightly rolled omelet infused with umami-rich broth.
- Seasonal Side Dishes & Miso Soup: Traditional accompaniments using local ingredients.
Dietary Restrictions
This class is not fully vegetarian or vegan, but limited substitutions can be made:
- Sashimi can be replaced with egg or vegetables
- Chicken can be substituted with tofu or vegetables
Note:
- We use traditional bonito-based dashi (fish flakes), which cannot be replaced.
- We cannot accommodate strict vegetarian or vegan diets or same-day dietary changes.
- Please inform us of allergies or restrictions at the time of booking.
What Makes This Experience Special
- AI-powered live translation in multiple languages (text and voice)
- Free rental of smart translators and free Wi-Fi
- Authentic chef attire for participants
- Professional photos during the experience
- Learn real techniques and cultural insights
- Detailed recipes sent by email prior to the class
Duration
Approximately 2.5 hours + time to enjoy your meal
Location
3-minute walk from Kanazawa Station
Pricing
From ¥13,000 per person
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Includes
- 5 kinds of Japanese food and desserts
- Sushi chef costume rental
- Smart translation system and monitors
- Free Wi-Fi and translator device rental
- Japanese tea served during the session
- Detailed recipes emailed before class
Meeting Point
Nakata Cooking School & Knife Shop (By Appointment Only)
2nd Floor, 4-13 Konohanamachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0852, Japan
(Above “Stayable Movie Theater” hotel, look for knife display in 2F window)
https://washokudojo.com/
Phone: +81 70-9004-2887
Please go directly to the 2nd floor upon arrival.
Reviews
“It was awesome! A beautiful moment with a talented chef, very friendly! I recommend it!”
“The cooking class was amazing. It’s run by a Japanese chef and his wife from their home. It gave us a real cultural insight. Chef was encouraging and made it fun. My son and I had the best time!”
“We had an amazing time making Japanese food with Seiji. The food was delicious, and we learned so much about Japanese cuisine. Highly recommended!”
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