【Wagyu Sushi Rolls】
"Let's make a special kind of sushi roll featuring delicious Wagyu beef. Wagyu is a premium Japanese beef known for its rich flavor and tender texture. For this roll, we'll use thinly sliced Wagyu that has been cooked in a sweet and savory sauce, giving it a wonderful umami taste.
Inside the sushi rice, along with the Wagyu, we'll also include:
Cucumber: Fresh and crunchy, it adds a refreshing element.
Japanese Omelette (Tamagoyaki): A slightly sweet and fluffy egg that provides a soft texture.
Sautéed Carrot: Sweet and slightly firm, adding a touch of color and nutrients.
Imitation Crab Stick (Kanikama): A subtly sweet and slightly salty seafood flavor.
All these ingredients are carefully rolled together in seaweed (nori) to create a flavorful and satisfying sushi experience. The combination of the rich Wagyu, the fresh vegetables, the sweet egg, and the hint of seafood creates a unique and delightful taste."
【Nigiri sushi】
"Today, we're going to learn how to make Nigiri sushi, a classic Japanese dish where fresh fish is delicately placed on top of seasoned rice.
First, we'll prepare the sushi rice (shari). Unlike traditional methods that require a rice cooker, we'll show you how to cook delicious sushi rice in a regular pot, so you can easily recreate this at home. Once the rice is cooked, we'll transfer it to small wooden tubs called 'sushi oke'. You'll get your own sushi oke and learn how to season the warm rice with a special vinegar mixture and gently mix it to achieve the perfect texture and flavor. This hands-on experience will allow you to understand the importance of properly made shari.
Next, we'll move on to the Nigiri. We'll be using fresh, high-quality fish. You will learn the proper technique of how to take a small ball of your prepared shari and gently shape it in your hand. Then, we'll show you how to carefully place a slice of fresh fish on top, creating a beautiful and delicious piece of Nigiri.
Making Nigiri is a delicate art that combines the perfect balance of rice and fish. We'll guide you through each step, ensuring you leave with the knowledge and skills to impress your friends and family back home with authentic Japanese Nigiri sushi!"
【Temaki sushi】
"Let's dive into the fun and interactive world of Temaki sushi, also known as hand-rolled sushi! Temaki is a fantastic choice, especially for home parties, because it's a very engaging and customizable way to enjoy sushi.
Imagine this: instead of pre-made sushi rolls, we'll have a variety of delicious fillings laid out, along with sheets of roasted seaweed called nori. Each person gets to be their own sushi chef! You take a sheet of nori, place a bit of sushi rice on it, and then choose your favorite fillings to create your very own unique sushi roll. It's all about personal preference and creativity!
The beauty of Temaki is that everyone can select the ingredients they love. Whether you prefer lots of fresh fish, crunchy vegetables, creamy avocado, or even a little bit of everything, you get to decide what goes into your hand-rolled creation. It's a very social and enjoyable way to eat together.
Think of it as a delicious and interactive food adventure. You get to experiment with different combinations of flavors and textures, making each bite exciting and tailored to your taste. It’s the perfect way to break the ice and have a memorable culinary experience together. So, get ready to roll up your sleeves and create your personalized Temaki sushi masterpieces!"
Sushi (寿司, 鮨) is a Japanese dish of specially prepared vinegared rice (鮨飯 sushi-meshi), usually with some sugar and salt, combined with a variety of ingredients (ネタ neta), such as seafood (most commonly and often raw), vegetables, and occasionally tropical fruits. Styles of sushi and its presentation vary widely, but the key ingredient is "sushi rice", also referred to as shari (しゃり), or sumeshi (酢飯).
Rice is a staple food in Japan. In all most every family, there is a rice cooker. There is variety of Japanese rice brands such as Koshihikari and Hitomebore.
・You can experience making 3 kinds of sushi.
・The three types of sushi consist of (1) Wagyu Sushi Rolls (2) Nigiri sushi, and (3)Temaki sushi
・Each dish is easy to make.
・You can make the dishes with an English-speaking instructor.
・You can eat all the sushi you make.
・The entire class takes about 2 hours.
・Recipes for all dishes will be provided.
In our workshops, you will learn the traditional home-style cooking that Japanese people eat on a daily basis in the natural setting of Arashiyama, Kyoto. We use fresh local vegetables and provide recipes that are easy to reproduce. A husband with 25 years of experience as a chef and a wife who loves nature and vegetables will support you carefully and with an emphasis on eco-friendly and sustainable living.
The closest station
Matsuotaisha Station
How to get to the station?
From Kyoto Station: 25mins
Exact location provided after booking.
Shira, Israel
★★★★★Our cooking experience was awesome!! Definitely recommend
Apr 2025
Response from Satoru
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! It's great to know you had such a positive experience and would recommend it to others. We appreciate your support!
Shira, Israel
★★★★★Our cooking experience was awesome!! Definitely recommend
Apr 2025
Response from Satoru
We're thrilled to know you had an awesome cooking experience! Your recommendation means a lot to us. We strive to provide enjoyable and memorable workshops for everyone.
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Response from Satoru
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Up to 4 people can join Satoru's cooking class.
It costs 7000 per person.
Duration of this cooking class is 2 hours.
You will receive the confirmation within 24 hours.
We accepts these cards on airKitchen.
Cancellations up to 48 hours prior to the class begins will be fully refunded by the airKitchen cancellation policy.
