Fish Processing Experience: Sashimi Making Class

Discover the art of fish cutting in Kyoto. Learn from a 20-year expert and savor your own sashimi. Gluten-free and halal options available.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kimura Fresh Fish - A historic fishmonger with a 400-year history teaches basic Japanese fish processing techniques
    You will cut the fish into three pieces by yourself, and then eat the fish you have processed yourself as sashimi. We will carefully teach you how to handle the fish first, so those who are new to fish handling can participate without…
What's Included
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

It is rare to have the experience of processing raw fish from the beginning. By processing fish and eating it as sashimi yourself, you can deepen your enjoyment of food and understanding of Japanese food culture.
It is a lot of fun to process fish, and the fish you process yourself tastes better than anything else! I have been working in a fish shop for…

Location
Kimura Fresh Fish
There is a store in Nishiki market Located between Sakaimachi Street and Yanaginobanba street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Rochelle_c
May 11, 2025
If we could give 10 stars we would!!!! - If we could give this 10stars we would….we had such an amazing time with our hosts today and enjoyed every minute of it. Hosts were so supportive and interactive, made the experience top notch!!
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Danielkl3772mg
May 11, 2025
Amazing experience - What an amazing experience. A chance to do something that I would have never contemplated doing myself. Was able to try preparing multiple types of fish. Really friendly hosts awesome conversation and an experience of a lifetime. Don’t hesitate to try this out if your feee mid day on a Sunday in Kyoto!
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Giulienne_b
May 8, 2025
Unique experience with a... - Unique experience with a very friendly and skilled host. High quality, fresh and delicious fish - we processed 3 types and ate very well. Definitely come hungry and ready to eat!
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Candice
May 3, 2025
Learn a new skill in Kyoto! - This was the warmest welcome and such a memorable experience. I’m also proud to say that I have acquired the skill of filleting a fish thanks to this class and a kind and patient teacher, practice definitely will make perfect but it’s a great start and it was such a lovely ambiance! I highly recommend this experience!
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116barta
Mar 17, 2025
A great experience with Masashi - We just had the greatest experience with Masashi! He is both engaging and skilled as he leads you through the entire process from whole fish to a delicious meal of sashimi and tempura! He provides all the tools and support to stay safe and keep the working area clean throughout. We got to watch his expert fish cutting and sashimi slicing skills as well as having ample time for our hands on practice with our own whole fish. Highly recommended without any hesitation!
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Leslie
Feb 27, 2025
The best learning experience! Ending in the freshest fish lunch! - The location was easy to get to in the Famous Nishiki market. My host Masashi has had over twenty years of experience. I learned so much about cutting fish for sashimi. I plan to come back on my next trip in June!! The lunch was huge and delicious. (Dress appropriately for the hands on fish cutting process! ) Thank you for a remarkable time!
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Stephen_b
Dec 11, 2024
This was a great time! It... - This was a great time! It was a very informative class on how to properly prepare sashimi! Even if sashimi is not your goal, the teacher did a wonderful job of showing how to filet a fish! I was also able to see how the insides of the fish were removed prior to starting the filet process! I would highly recommend this class because it feels personal as you work your way through learning the craft!
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Aidan_d
Dec 3, 2024
Very informative in a... - Very informative in a relaxed way. Amazing demonstrations of breaking down each fish step by step and when it was my turn very watchful supervision to ensure the cuts were correct. As well as the fish cutting knowledge lots of fun conversations about life in Kyoto from a local and great recommendations. Highly recommend going on an empty stomach as they provide so much sashimi to eat after. My best experience in Kyoto by far. Highly recommend
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Aidand483
Dec 2, 2024
Amazing experience with lots of knowledge gained - Very informative in a relaxed way. Amazing demonstrations of breaking down each fish step by step and when it was my turn very watchful supervision to ensure the cuts were correct. As well as the fish cutting knowledge lots of fun conversations about life in Kyoto from a local and great recommendations. Highly recommend going on an empty stomach as they provide so much sashimi to eat after. My best experience in Kyoto by far. Highly recommend.
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Emilien
Oct 6, 2024
Great souvenir of Kyoto - Masashi and Hanako are very involved and professional. We had a great time, it is one of the best memories I have of Kyoto, I highly recommend.
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From $102
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).