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Tokyo Sushi Cooking Class: Colorful Oshizushi Near Totoro Forest

Step inside a warm Japanese family home for an intimate Tokyo sushi cooking class in the leafy Musashino suburbs, famously known as the inspiration behind Hayao Miyazaki’s beloved Totoro forest. Learn to craft beautifully decorated Oshizushi (pressed sushi), fluffy rolled omelet, and savory chicken tsukune from your patient local teacher in a relaxed, friendly setting.

  • 180 mins
  • 1+ Participants
  • Tokyo
  • Beginner

★★★★★

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From

¥12,000

Per Person

  • Full cooking class experience fee at a private Japanese home
  • All fresh ingredients for sushi, omelet, and tsukune dishes
  • Private pickup service from the station in a white Audi car
  • Authentic Japanese green tea and traditional sweets to finish
  • Optional vegetarian and vegan menu adjustments available on request
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Beautifully plated colorful Oshizushi with tamagoyaki and chicken tsukune from a Tokyo sushi cooking class
Map showing the meeting point at Higashimurayama Station west exit for the Tokyo Oshizushi class
Traditional Japanese home-cooked lunch plate featuring pressed sushi, rolled omelet, and chicken skewers
Close-up of colorful Oshizushi pressed sushi topped with salmon, avocado, and edible flower garnish
Authentic Japanese tori tsukune chicken meatball skewers coated with sesame seeds and fresh herbs
Freshly made Tamagoyaki Japanese rolled omelet served on a traditional blue patterned plate
Traditional Japanese matcha tea set with iron kettle, bamboo whisk, and lacquer tray for the cooking class
International guest learning to mix sushi rice with her Japanese teacher during a Tokyo sushi cooking class
Travelers cooling sushi rice in a hangiri wooden bowl during a private Tokyo sushi cooking class
Three guests carefully slicing fresh vegetables for Oshizushi at a private Japanese home kitchen in Tokyo

Experience Overview: A Tokyo Sushi Cooking Class in Miyazaki's Inspiration

Trade the neon and crowds of central Tokyo for a peaceful afternoon of homemade cuisine on this charming Tokyo sushi cooking class in the suburban Musashino area. This leafy, green corner of greater Tokyo is fondly nicknamed the “Totoro Forest,” as it is widely believed to be the natural landscape that inspired Hayao Miyazaki’s famous animated film “My Neighbor Totoro.” It is the perfect quiet setting to slow down, breathe, and connect with traditional Japanese home cooking.
Welcomed into a private family home, you will spend three relaxed hours learning how to make a beautiful three-dish lunch with your friendly local instructor. The colorful Oshizushi, or pressed sushi, looks like edible art and is surprisingly simple to master. You will also prepare Tamagoyaki rolled omelet and Tori tsukune chicken meatballs — practical, crowd-pleasing recipes perfect for casual home gatherings back in your own kitchen.

Your Tokyo Sushi Cooking Class Highlights

What to Expect

Private Pickup at Higashimurayama Station

Your teacher meets you at the west exit in a white Audi for a smooth start.

Warm Welcome at a Private Home

Settle into a cozy Japanese family kitchen and meet your patient local instructor.

Prepare the Colorful Oshizushi

Layer seasoned rice, fresh salmon, and vegetables into a beautifully pressed sushi.

Cook Tamagoyaki & Tori Tsukune

Master the fluffy rolled omelet and savory chicken meatballs with hands-on guidance.

Enjoy Your Meal with Green Tea

Sit down to enjoy your home-cooked lunch with authentic green tea and Japanese sweets.

Why Choose This Experience

Hidden Tokyo Suburbs Setting

Cook in the leafy Musashino area, the real-life inspiration for the Totoro forest.

Authentic Private Home Atmosphere

A genuine family kitchen, not a sterile classroom, for an intimate cultural exchange.

Beautifully Photogenic Pressed Sushi

Create stunning, Instagram-ready Oshizushi that doubles as edible Japanese art.

Vegetarian & Vegan Friendly Menu

Easily adjusted to suit dietary needs without losing any of the cultural authenticity.

Convenient Private Audi Pickup

Skip the confusing local walk with a comfortable car ride straight from the station.

Important Details for Your Tokyo Sushi Cooking Class

Know Before You Go

  • Age limits: Welcomes children age 6 and up; younger children must be accompanied by a booked adult
  • What to bring: Just your appetite; all ingredients, aprons, and equipment are provided on-site
  • Difficulty: Very easy; relaxed indoor cooking session suitable for absolute beginners
  • Group sizes: Optimized for intimate solo travelers, couples, families, and small private groups
  • Dress code: Please note that you will need to take off your shoes at the experience location
  • Booking note: This experience is on-request; the teacher will respond within 2 days of booking

Cancellation Policy

  • Standard cancellation: 100% refund if cancelled 7 days or more before the event
  • Late cancellation: 80% refund if cancelled 2 to 7 days before; 50% refund if cancelled within 2 days
  • Worry-free booking: Fully backed by Honey J Travel's licensed Class 1 operator guarantee

Meeting Point

Higashimurayama Station, West Exit Roundabout
(Private pickup in a white Audi car)

〒189-0014 Tokyo, Higashimurayama, Honcho 2-chome, Japan

Special Mention: Your local teacher will pick you up directly at the west exit roundabout of Higashimurayama Station in a recognizable white Audi car. The station is served by the Seibu Shinjuku Line — please use an Express or semi-express train bound for Honkawagoe or Shintokorozawa. For accurate train timetables, line transfers, and route planning from central Tokyo, please refer to the official Seibu Railway Route Guide to plan your arrival smoothly.

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