Arrive at a casual sushi restaurant in Shimonoseki, a port city in Yamaguchi Prefecture long associated with seafood. As you step in, your guide introduces the session and orients you to the space, setting the tone for a hands-on experience rooted in local culinary tradition.

Your guide demonstrates sushi-making techniques in English, explaining the hand movements and pressure required to shape nigiri and roll maki. Then, replicate each step yourself, handling the rice, placing the toppings, and assembling each piece with guidance throughout the session.

Once the rolling and shaping are complete, sit down to eat the sushi you have made. The Q&A segment gives you the opportunity to ask your guide about ingredients, techniques, or the role of seafood in Yamaguchi’s food culture. Leave having produced a plate of handmade sushi and with a clearer understanding of the techniques behind each piece.