Sushi Master Class
Sushi Master Class
This ultimate full-day sushi class is your gateway to mastering the art of creating restaurant-quality sushi right in your own kitchen!
Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, you’ll learn how to make 'nikiri'—a specially blended umami soy sauce favored in Japanese restaurants—and perfect the essential sushi rice preparation, a cornerstone of exceptional sushi-making. You'll then craft gourmet sushi rolls using premium ingredients, including your own crispy, golden tempura prawns, transformed into a delectable sushi roll.
This comprehensive class will also cover the essentials of sourcing and storing authentic ingredients. Discover what to buy, where to find it—both online and offline—and how to preserve its freshness for the best results.
The raw fish used in the class is of professional-grade quality, sustainably sourced from Japanese fishmongers and reputable local suppliers. You’ll also observe a live demonstration as the instructor fillets a whole sea bream, followed by a hands-on session where you’ll learn to slice your own fish for nigiri sushi using a precision-crafted Japanese sashimi knife.
Whether you're a beginner or a sushi enthusiast, this immersive class equips you with the knowledge and techniques to create beautifully crafted sushi plates with confidence and flair.
During the class, you will make the following sushi:
1) Tempura prawn rolls
2) Spicy salmon rolls
3) Dragon rolls with avocado and prawn
3) Nigiri Salmon - torched for flavour
4) Nigiri Sea bream with truffle oil and truffle salt
5) Nigiri Scallops
6) Nigiri Tuna
Depending on the availability, fresh wasabi is used for nigiri.
The class will break for lunch with a first set of sushi you created.
2 glasses of drinks of your choice (sake, white wine, Japanese beer, soft drinks) are included.
※ Ingredients are subject to availability, it may change without prior notice.
Instructor
Akemi Yokoyama
Akemi Yokoyama is a highly respected Japanese food specialist, chef, presenter, writer, and educator based in London. Her deep knowledge of Japanese food provenance stems from her father’s influence, having grown up foraging and fishing across the island of Hokkaido during her childhood.
As Principal of Sozai Cooking School, she leads acclaimed Japanese cookery classes, earning praise from UK national media. Her expertise has also been featured on major TV and radio programs, including Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch, CBBC’s Saturday Mash-Up, and BBC Radio 4’s Front Row. Most recently, she appeared on Channel 5's Faking It as a panel judge to spot the fake sushi chef.
In addition to teaching, she is a sought-after private chef, known for creating authentic and refined Japanese dining experiences.
A passionate advocate for Japanese food culture, Akemi frequently collaborates with Japanese government-related organisations and projects to promote washoku and sake across the UK and Europe. Her culinary expertise extends to Japanese fermentation, crafting a variety of miso at home and exploring traditional preservation techniques.
With a unique ability to blend historical knowledge, technical skill, and engaging storytelling, Akemi is a dynamic force in the world of Japanese cuisine, ensuring its traditions continue to thrive on an international stage.
Member of Japanese Culinary Academy, UK
Certified miso sommelier, Japan
Certified koji making instructor, The Koji Academy, Japan
International Wine Challenge Sake Judge
British Sake Association Culinary Committee
This was the second Sozai cooking class I have done with Akemi. Both were brilliant. Akemi is extremely knowledgeable about Japanese food, and I left both classes with lots of new information about Japanese food.
We made loads of delicious food, most of which we ate at the end of the class but we also got additional to take home. I would definitely recommend this class. The recipes are very approachable but still tasty, and I'm excited to try and replicate them at home. In three hours we managed to cook five dishes, which was really impressive.
I used to love sushi before going to class, but now I'm fully obsessed. I learnt a lot of new ways to prepare sushi. And the teacher was incredibly polite and helpful, explaining everything with great commitment. It was unthinkable that you couldn't understand something! If you don't know what to give for your close friends or family, this is the greatest gift to attend the roll & roll sushi class.
Cooking Ramen with Akemi was brilliant! We loved the insights and the final Ramen we cooked was delicious. The class size and atmosphere was perfect.