Sasebo: Sushi-Making and Calligraphy Class with Local Tour
ID: GYG1076922-1653856
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
06:30 hours
Description
Immerse yourself in Japanese culture with a private tour in Sasebo. Make sushi with a local chef, learn calligraphy, taste local specialties, and explore Yonkacho Shopping Arcade.
Discover the heart of Japanese culture in Sasebo through hands-on experiences that let you create, taste, and enjoy. This immersive tour introduces you to the art of sushi-making with a local chef, the beauty of Japanese calligraphy guided by a skilled teacher, and the rich flavors of Nagasaki’s culinary traditions.
Between workshops, explore local markets and streets, tasting authentic treats and experiencing everyday Japanese life. This is not just sightseeing—it’s living and creating Japan for yourself.
Begin with a pickup at Sasebo Port in a private car with an English-speaking guide. Head to a sushi-making class and learn from a local chef. Prepare and enjoy your own sushi lunch.
Next, take part in a calligraphy workshop. Create Japanese characters with brush and ink, guided by a master. Then, try Nagasaki champon noodles, castella cake, or a Sasebo burger.
Explore the Yonkacho Shopping Arcade, where you can browse cosmetics shops, Japanese snacks, and souvenir boutiques. Finally, relax with matcha or traditional wagashi sweets before returning to Sasebo Port in time for your ship departure.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Japanese culture with a sushi-making class
- Learn the art of Japanese calligraphy with a skilled teacher
- Taste authentic Sasebo specialties like champon noodles or Sasebo burger
- Stroll through Yonkacho Shopping Arcade for food and souvenirs
- Relax with matcha tea and traditional wagashi sweets at a local café
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear casual clothing for workshops (aprons provided for sushi-making)
Tour operates rain or shine
Activities are family-friendly; children can join sushi & calligraphy sessions
Customizable: add pottery, origami, or more food experiences
INCLUDED
- Pickup & drop-off at Sasebo Port
- Private car & English-speaking guide
- Sushi-making class with lunch
- Calligraphy workshop materials
- Food tasting & tea experience
- Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal shopping expenses
- Additional food/drinks not listed
- Gratuities
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
