You arrive at a casual sushi restaurant in Mito, the prefectural capital of Ibaraki. As you step inside, your guide introduces you to the setting and helps bridge the language gap before the hands-on session begins.

With support from your guide, you discover the art of making nigiri and sushi rolls, learning how each piece is shaped and prepared. Your guide explains the process in English and helps you follow along with the steps, making it easy to understand the techniques and ask questions as you go.

You get hands-on practice shaping and pressing each piece of sushi, working at a comfortable pace as you develop your skills. Rather than simply watching a demonstration, you take part in preparing your own sushi from start to finish.

By the end of the session, you have assembled a plate of sushi made with your own hands. You can then sit down and enjoy your creations, bringing this 90-minute experience to a delicious close.