Create Sushi Masterpieces with Fish Fresh

Learn how to make festive temari-sushi in a merchant’s house where geisha still perform

Kanazawa is a city bursting with tradition, and its proximity to chill ocean waters means not only high-quality local rice, but access to an abundance of fresh seafood. Take advantage of these superb regional ingredients by joining a sushi-making experience.

Your cooking course, hosted by In Kanazawa House, is English-friendly, and will immerse you in Ishikawa culture. The friendly cooking expert will greet you at the venue, which is located in a merchant’s house boasting about 100 years of history and which still hosts geisha performances. Using an array of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, your cooking expert will teach you about temari-sushi, a beautiful type of sushi that resembles a small ball. You can choose your own toppings, including meat, seafood, and vegetables, all fresh from the local markets, so anyone can make gorgeous sushi masterpieces that they are sure to enjoy, whether vegetarian or meat-lover (or anything in-between).

This session will provide insight not only into Kanazawa cuisine, but also more about the broader culture that shaped it.  Learn how to present your sushi on traditional Ishikawa lacquerware, then take these tips and tricks home to make sushi that will surely impress friends and family.

While feasting on your creations, you will also take part in a small tea ceremony. Excite the senses with colorful, delicious, fresh sushi and warmly delicate Japanese green tea in this fantastic culinary experience.

Access: From Tokyo Station, take the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Kanazawa Station (about two hours 30 minutes), then walk to In Kanazawa House (about 15 minutes).

In Kanazawa House