10 Sushi and Ramen Tours in Osaka to Book This Year

1.Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,220 reviews · from $31Our pick

Make a maki roll and several pieces of nigiri in a relaxed Osaka class near Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi. English-speaking instructors guide you through sushi technique, history, and presentation before you eat what you prepare. Instructors have included Aina, Reika, Fuko, Matty, Yui, and Arisa. No cooking experience is needed.

“It was a good class. A little less history and more sushi making and eating time would have been nice. A good informative class though.”

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2.Osaka: Five Must-See Highlights Walking Tour & Ramen Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 411 reviews · 7 hours · from $56

Spend seven active hours seeing Osaka with local English-speaking guide Takanobu, known as Taka. Travel by subway and on foot to Osaka Castle, Shitennoji Temple, Shinsekai, Kuromon Market, and Dotonbori. Ramen lunch is included, while transport and attraction admission are extra. Expect a small group and roughly 11 kilometers of walking.

“Taka was brilliant tour guide. It was so hot and he ensured we were in shade as much as possible. He had lots of knowledge and it was a very enjoyable tour. I would recommend”

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3.Osaka Sushi Making Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 400 reviews · from $29

In central Dōtonbori, you’ll learn to prepare 12 pieces of sushi, including nigiri and gunkan-sushi, with guidance in English, Chinese, or Korean. Instructors such as Mika, Kosei, Yui, Mako, Shiori, Toshiki, and Hana have led sessions praised for their patience and humor. Vegetarian, vegan, and halal menus are available by request.

“We had an amazing time at Sushi Making Experience Namba with our wonderful instructors Mika and Kosei! The class was informative and educational but also so fun and relaxed. Kosei and Mika were fabulous instructors - explained everything clearly and were so personable. Must do in Osaka, we highly recommend it!”

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4.Osaka: Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Dotonbori

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 378 reviews · from $70

In a small English-language class near Dotonbori, you make ramen noodles from wheat, prepare a chicken gyoza filling, shape the dumplings, and build a soy-sauce ramen with homemade broth. Instructors such as Miki, June, Yoshi, and Kasa are praised for patient guidance. Recipes go home with you, and dietary substitutions may be possible.

“My son and I had a wonderful time with Yoshi and the cooking class. It was fun and educational at the same time. She answered my questions and the food was delicious! We will be making this again when we get back home:).”

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5.Osaka: Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Dotonbori

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 239 reviews · 1h 40m · from $45

In a 100-minute class near Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi, English-speaking instructors such as Shoki, Yui, Takara, and Fuji guide you through sushi history, maki rolls, and nigiri. You prepare your own meal, with vegan, vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly options available when requested at least three days ahead.

“it was great to learn about sushi as you make it and the different kinds. The guides were very helpful and very social.”

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6.Osaka: Sushi Class in Dotonbori

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 160 reviews · 3 hours · from $67

At Cooking Sun Osaka, you will prepare three sushi styles in a small group of up to eight: a vegetable-filled salad roll, hand-shaped nigiri, and Osaka’s pressed oshizushi. English-speaking instructors such as Yoshi, Yoko, Ami, and Eriko explain each step, then you sit down to eat what you made.

“Small group, Naomi and Ami have been very nice. We enjoyed our stay and experience very much. We recommend this place for sushi lovers who want to prepare it by themselves the first time.”

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7.Osaka Dotonbori: Sushi Making Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 122 reviews · 1h 30m · from $45

In central Dotonbori, English-speaking instructors such as Mako, Mika, Saki, and Yumiko guide you through sushi rice, toppings, wasabi, and hand-shaping techniques. You make 12 pieces, taste Japanese sake, wear sushi cosplay for photos, and receive a sushi master certificate. Vegan and halal options are available.

“The BEST sushi making class in Osaka! The instructors were very nice and cheerful. A little hard to navigate, but overall the best sushi class in Osaka! Thank you Osaka Dotonbori Sushi Making for a great time!”

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8.Osaka: Cooking Class Ramen & Gyoza Course in Nanba

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 86 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

At Dear Court Semba in Osaka, English and Japanese-speaking chefs guide you through handmade ramen noodles and pork-and-vegetable gyoza. You will prepare, cook, and eat both dishes in a small group of up to eight. Nana, Yuriko, Ryota, Kiho, Mimi, Yuma, Saya, and Keiichi are among the instructors who have led recent classes.

“Nana and Yuriko made the class a special experience. The kitchen was very easy to locate and they made the class fun and very hands on, from chopping the vegetables, making the flour for the ramen and the intricate detail on the gyoza making. Could not fault anything and I would recommend these girls to anyone.”

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9.Osaka: Sushi Making in Spacious Studio (SAME-DAY OK!)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 1h 30m · from $25Best value

At Sushi Master Namba, an English-speaking instructor guides you through sushi rice, nigiri, gunkan, or temari sushi in a spacious studio. You prepare 8 or 10 pieces, eat your work with optional drinks, and leave with a certificate and small Japanese souvenir. Vegetarian ingredients are available with advance notice.

“The activity was great! We made nigiri and gunkan, so the basics. The hosts were really nice. It’s overall worth it!”

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10.Osaka: Gluten-Free Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 3 hours · from $103

Chef Yuki leads a three-hour, small-group class in her Osaka home, where you make rice-flour ramen noodles, two ramen styles, gyoza wrappers, fillings, and crispy dumplings. The class is taught in English, limited to four people, and includes recipes, cooking tips, and a full meal. An optional sake pairing adds three small servings to the meal.

“Cooking class with Yuki was amazing and Yummy and she accommodated gluten free allergy. We made two types of Ramen and Gyoza and all was gluten free and very tasty. we had everything to cook with and it got nice feel of home. Highly recommend this class with Yuki.”

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