Had a really fun time taking the sushi making class! I was given a class gift card from my mom who is Japanese and enjoyed taking the class herself. - Kyoko was an excellent teacher who was very knowledgeable and friendly - the food was really good and ingredients were high quality - she walked us through the steps on preparing the rice, shrimp, egg, and how to do the rolling, a lot more steps than I initially realized - lots of helpful resources on good Japanese restaurants in the Bay Area and in Japan Hope to take another class again soon! read more

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I'd received a gift certificate as a birthday present, so I while my girlfriend and I weren't sure what to expect, we both had a lot of fun! Kyoko was an informative and engaging teacher, the food was great, and we got a copy of the recipes. I definitely recommend it! read more

My best friend got me and my husband a gift card for this cooking class. It was so fun and Kyoko is such a great/patient teacher. We were able to learn how to make dashi stock from scratch, grilled black cod marinated with miso, dashi maki tamago, sautéed burdock root and carrot, and tofu miso soup. Everything turned out delicious and I will definitely be making these recipes for my friends & family! read more

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We had such a wonderful time learning how to make sushi with Kyoko! I purchased tickets for my boyfriend and I to take this class together as a gift. It was our first time making sushi, and Kyoko was such a great instructor. She is very knowledgeable, patient, and charismatic. The sushi class is held in her home -- the environment was intimate and cozy but also very clean and professional. There were 7 of us in the class, which was a really nice size (two couples and one group of three). Kyoko walked us through all of the steps of making sushi, from making the rice and cutting the fish to assembling sushi rolls and handrolls. She has a ton of knowledge but made all of the information really accessible. It was also really helpful to learn where to source the different ingredients (from the rice to the fish to the cooking utensils) in San Francisco and around the Bay Area. We learned how to make the tamago egg omelette, how to cut different types of fish (salmon, tuna, and yellowtail) and vegetables, and how to cook shrimp. We made our own rolls with cooked ingredients and vegetables that we got to take home with us, and then we sat down for a dinner of handrolls that we assembled ourselves with all of the fresh fish, vegetables, and shrimp. Kyoko made two types of green tea and also made a delicious matcha white chocolate terrine for us for dessert. Everything was so good! There was so much food and it was so nice to also be able to take home leftovers. Kyoko also shared her recipes with us afterwards. This class was such a great way to spend an evening, and we learned so many skills that we are excited to practice making sushi at home. Thank you, Kyoko, for such a wonderful experience learning how to make sushi! We'd love to take another class with Kyoko and would highly recommend this experience to others. read more

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My boyfriend and I signed up for a sushi-making class with Gochiso Kitchens, and we feel so lucky to have had this experience. Not only was Kyoko extremely knowledgeable, she is an excellent host, super encouraging, welcome, friendly, and easy-going. I learned so much in these few hours from her, not just about cooking but also about Japanese culture. I would 100% recommend her class! The class itself was very intimate, which was fantastic because we had a lot of hands-on practice. We learned to make sushi rice (the most important part of sushi!), prepare cucumber and vegetables, cut raw fish to make sashimi, make tamagoyaki (rolled sweet egg cooked on a pan), and de-vein and cook shrimp. After all the preparation work, we learned to make futomaki (wide rolls), which we got to bring home after the class, and we had a whole platter of sashimi and vegetables to make temaki (hand rolls). After the class, we had a great dinner eating our platter while making hand rolls using the sushi rice we prepared. It was really filling!! Kyoko also prepared a red bean dessert for us after the class, which was so delicious. Not only did she teach us to prepare this incredible meal, she also told us about all the different places we could purchase the ingredients in the Bay Area, as well as tips on how to look for quality ingredients. We feel very prepared to be able to make this meal ourselves at home. I cannot recommend this class enough; this is probably one of the most memorable experiences that I have ever done. We are already planning our next class with Kyoko. You will not regret doing this class if you love Japanese food! read more

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Really fun evening learning to make sushi with Kyoko! She's a kind and welcoming teacher, sharing her culinary expertise and cultural insights. And now I'm ready to host a sushi party! Got home and bought a rectangular pan so I could make the rolled omelet from class. Enjoyed a great meal and took home delicious rolls for later. Highly recommend her class! read more

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It's rare that you have an experience that exceeds your expectations -- and hopes -- in every way but Kyoko did just that for each of us at her class yesterday. Over the years, I've taken about a dozen of cooking classes. While most of them have been entertaining and included a good meal and recipes, very few have actually improved my skill sets or culinary knowledge in any substantial way. Usually, it's just been a fun way to spend a few hours with some tasty food and not much more. However, the sushi-making class at Gochiso Kitchen was far above and beyond that. At each stage, Kyoko shared valuable knowledge about how to procure and assess the best ingredients, store and prepare them properly, and present them. Her instructions were clear and very encouraging, and each of us enjoyed both the process and the results. She generously shared resources as well as ingredients that she had recently brought back from her travels to Japan. During the class, we learned how to make a wide variety of raw and cooked sushi ingredients, assemble rolls, and enjoyed a delicious and substantial meal afterward--with a bonus roll of cooked ingredients to take home! All of this would be enough to make it a cooking class that I would be happy to recommend to anyone but Kyoko's wonderful and warm hospitality made it even more special. Within minutes, she transformed us from a group of strangers to a relaxed group of friends preparing a meal together. Despite arriving solo, she immediately made me feel comfortable and relaxed. Kyoko has delightful enthusiasm, deep knowledge, and a fun and welcoming spirit. The space is open, airy, and inviting, and Kyoko's hospitality is perfection. Please support her school and give yourself the gift of a memorable and educational experience! read more

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This is long overdue. I got a Japanese Home Style cooking class as a Christmas gift which I participated in March 2023. We cooked a salt baked bass, tamagoyaki, this julienned radish dish, miso soup, and one other thing that is escaping me in this moment. I don't say it lightly but I was truly blown away by how delicious everything tasted. In particular the bass and the tamagoyaki (which before I didn't really appreciate that much). Kyoko, the instructor, started the class by discussing the ingredients and the importance of quality and freshness to Japanese cooking. I took notes on the print out of instructions that she provided. We learned how to best store soy sauces and how quickly they should be used after opening. Making the dashi (which just means soup in Japanese) base was probably my favorite part. Dashi is used in many other dishes - including the tamagoyaki. The atmosphere in the class was pleasant and easy going though not too chatty since we were all really focused on the food. Kyoko shared numerous, numerous Tokyo and Bay Area restaurant and grocery store recs that I continue to use to this day! Definitely recommend! read more

It was great pleasure to have sushi class with Kyoko. Friendly atmosphere, good variety of fish(great quality) made our class unforgettable. At the end of our class she treated us with delicious dessert. Thank you Kyoko san. read more

Our family took the Basic Japanese Style cooking class with Kyoko, and had the best time together. Kyoko is an incredibly knowledgable and patient instructor. Our family had so much fun competing with each other for who could make the best Tamago / Square shaped omelette :) This is an unbeatable experience for the price. Our Menu was: - Grilled black cod marinated with Saikyo/white miso. (It tasted JUST like Nobu's Miso-Glazed Black Cod) - Dashi maki tamago/Japanese style square shape omelet (This was very fun to make and DELICIOUS) - Sautéed julienned burdock root and carrot (healthy and refreshing. I can't wait to make this at home!) - Miso soup with tofu and fried tofu (Simple and sooo savory. We learned how to make the broth from scratch) - Clay pot rice (Fluffiest rice in the world. I used to have no idea how Japanese restaurants achieved their rice) read more

Such a wonderful and informative experience! Kyoko offers a private and comprehensive lesson on authentic Japanese sushi preparation and enjoyment. Loved it- would highly recommend :) great for couples and best friends! read more

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Kyoko was an amazing host and instructor. She is very patient, friendly, and knowledgeable when it comes to Japanese food. My partner and I cook a lot and have some knowledge when it comes to cooking Japanese food, however, we still walked away with a handful of tips. Would highly recommend Kyoko and the Basic Japanese style cooking class! read more

Fantastic experience all round! Kyoto was organized, welcoming, and warm. It was helpful to cook and watch her cook in a regular home kitchen with a small group of students, because our questions could be addressed individually. I learned so much in terms of finding the right ingredients for Japanese cooking, and about techniques. We got to practice making the famous (and very tricky) rolled Tamago omelets, for example, and learned the knife work necessary for making slivered vegetables. And the delicious, convivial dinner at the end was a great bonus. Highly recommended. read more

Came with a group of 6 people, and had such a great time! We chose to make the miso black cod, tamago, agedashi tofu and nagaimo and egg soup. The class was super informative and included a lot of history and context to the food that we were making. We even had a soy sauce tasting that was really fun! Kyoko is very knowledgeable and a great teacher. She is super attentive, and efficient at the same time. She lets us try our hand at everything, but also has impeccable timing, so that we're not all waiting around hungry. The place setting and everything was all so beautiful. What an unique experience! Highly recommend! read more

Wonderful experience. Kyoko is the nicest teacher and has an authentic passion for what she does. Highly recommended.

Came here for a work team-building event (sushi making!) on a school night. We were tired and weary from the workday, but as soon as we walked into Kyoko's kitchen, her calm demeanor put us at ease. She taught us all the basics and then some: how to cook sushi rice, identify and cut raw sashimi-grade fish (salmon, tuna, yellowtail), grill sushi-style omelettes, construct a handroll, arrange a pretty sushi platter - the list goes on. She sprinkled cultural and historical context into her methodical instruction, making for a delightful evening. This event was my second time at Gochiso Kitchen (I've also done Kyoko's Japanese home cooking class for a friend's birthday), and I thoroughly enjoyed myself both times. I'd come back again in heartbeat. read more

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I took a Japanese cooking class that was FANTASTIC! Extremely well organized, diverse menu and terrific tasting food. I highly recommend this class to anyone interested in learning Japanese home cooking! read more

Took a sushi class and was probably one of the best classes I have taken. Kyoto was really knowledgeable and took us through all the steps from making rice properly, cutting fish, making tamago and rolling our sushi. We then sat down to enjoy our sushi! Really a wonderful evening! We plan on taking another class soon! read more

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Kyoko was an amazing teacher, very knowledgeable and super helpful, all around great class.

This was such a fun experience! The venue was relaxed and the instructor Kyoko is beyond friendly and patient. The class is a couple hours long and there's time to indulge in the sushi following (we brought a bottle of wine and it was a perfect finish). I would love to take another one of Kyoko's classes. Can't recommend enough! read more

What a fantastic time! Kyoko was accommodating and professional. The class was interactive and fun. The food was delicious! Great gift idea or something to do with friends! read more

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Kyoko's sushi class was an amazing 3 hour experience. Her expertise in Japanese food, culture and cooking are obvious and we learned so much more than just how to make sushi. Her ingredients are all fresh, the fish was pristine and the meal we created was really more of a banquet. AND we made giant maki to take home for lunch the next day! Her class is a must-do for anyone who loves sushi, Japanese food or Japanese culture. Kyoko is very entertaining teacher and just a lovely person. read more

(back from Dec 2017) Kyoko was the sweetest hostess and super knowledgeable in her art. Not to mentioned, WOW, the food was incredible! For a quarterly team building opportunity, my coworkers wanted to do an activity that involved food and the art of creating. After some research we found Kyoko online. She sent our team a huge list of options in all categories: Cold appetizers, hot appetizers, soups, rice, main dish. After pre-choosing our menu, we met up at her personal apartment in SoMa and got to work! The space was good for a group of our size, 2-6 individuals. You stand around her kitchen counters while things are being prepped and end up eating at her dining table in the living room. During the preparation, there's not a lot of hands on experience but overall, she's super knowledgeable, gave us advice on how to store some of the sauces and ingredients, then followed up via email to share more recommendations around the city for supplies and food/drinks. Speaking about food, here's what we ended up choosing: -Grilled sea bass marinated in saikyo miso -Beef shabu shabu salad -Fried tofu and ginger rice -Mushroom miso soup Overall, everything was perfectly made! The miso made from scratch, the preparation of the rice, the dressings, all was made with love and you can really tell! Our tummies were full and happy by the end of the meal. After you finish, she cleans up and you go on your way. The overall experience was super positive and I'll definitely hire her again for another meal. I can see this as a cute intimate date night activity! Thanks, Kyoko! read more

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Kyoko is the real deal. She is so knowledgeable about her craft: I felt we learned not just the techniques but the context about traditional ingredients and what shortcuts affect the flavor or not -- the "how" AND the "why". I learned so much! She designed a delicious menu around our original request for learning ochazuke with dashi broth, and cooking it together in her household kitchen helped make it seem very doable to repeat at home without fancy equipment or workspaces. Thank you for a memorable and educational evening! I will definitely be back to learn more. read more

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I booked a private class for my group of friends as a holiday gift, and we had an amazing time! Kyoko was a great teacher. We all learned a lot and had a delicious dinner together. Highly recommend! read more

I was looking for a cooking class and found Gochiso Kitchen's website. The instructor, Kyoko, was prompt with her emails. She was accommodating to my scheduling. Her emails were detailed about policies and how to get to her location. The class itself was amazing! We prepared 5 dishes (including chicken karaage, a steamed egg custard, and some veggie dishes). The instructor was very organized and encouraged participation. She described the different ingredients and provided recipes for us to follow. She was very friendly and knowledgeable about different food (and local restaurants). read more

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Where do I even start? If you are looking for a fun, intimate, authentic Japanese sushi class book with Kyoko ASAP! The class itself is in her own apartment kitchen, which was surprisingly great. Kyoko was a DOLL. She was super knowledgable, funny, and easy to ask questions. She sets up little cutting board stations and the table is set for dining afterwards. She teaches you techniques, sprinkles in facts about Japan, sushi, and cooking, then lets you do the prepping. Let's you take something home as well as a full course after the class. We all learned a lot, laughed, and chatted with Kyoko. We got there at 5pm and didn't leave until 9:30! A very relaxed and comfortable experience. Great for a date, or group activity. You can BYOB too! read more

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We had a team building event at Gochiso Kitchen. It was so much better than I expected. A lot of learning, even though I'm already a foodie and Japanese food fan! Definitely worth it. I'm putting to use many techniques I learned already. read more

Amazing experience doing Kyoko's sushi class! Intimate setting, small class, delicious food. Kyoko is extremely friendly and extremely knowledgeable, shared a lot of the "why" Japanese food is prepared the way it is, not just how to do it. Left the class with full bellies, knowledge of proper sushi preparation, and a newfound appreciation for Japanese cuisine and the chefs who dedicate their lives to making it! Thank you Kyoko!!! read more

The class exceeded expectations. We had a party size of 5, so private lesson. Kyoko taught us the basics to build a solid foundation for authentic Japanese cooking. I loved the hands on aspect, and enjoying the meal afterwards with her. We brought 2 bottles of wine and a bottle of sake for a fun ladies afternoon while we cooked and with our meal. Our menu: Nagaimo yam and egg clear soup Grilled turnip & fried tofu Octopus, turnip, mixing salad Deep fried fish ball Clay pot turnip leaf rice And bonus...Kyoko made a delicious green tea roll cake for dessert!!! For $65, I was beyond impressed...best class ever and will definitely be returning every few months. Parking is tough in the area, so plan ahead. read more

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Important things I learned in the Sushi class: - Follow the instructions and timing for cooking the rice! - Chopsticks are a great cooking tool! - Tamagoyaki, Japanese egg omelets are easy to prepare and so delicious. Keep oiling the pan for every layer! - How to devein a shrimp. I have been butchering my shrimp for years! - How to straighten a shrimp to include inside a roll. - How to prepare ingredients for hand rolls. - How to cut octopus. - New Japanese vegetables, shiso and kaiware. Kyoko knows her stuff. She provides a lovely environment for cooking and then sharing the meal. Highly recommended introduction to Japanese cooking. read more

Kyoko was an exceptional and hands-on cooking instructor who not only taught us how to prepare all aspects of preparing a sushi meal (rolls and handrolls), but also informed us about the cultural context of the ingredients and Japanese food in general. The setting was clean and intimate (8 ppl max), the ingredients all fresh and from high quality sources, and everybody practiced new skills related to Japanese cooking. We got to take part in learning key knife skills, prepping seafood and vegetables, and then enjoying the finished products in the comforts of an intimate dinner setting. Thanks to the class, I now know more about what to buy and from where (in SF) and how to make a few simple dishes that won't require more than a handful of ingredients. I don't think I'm going to make amazing Japanese sushi rice overnight because of the tools required, but I now have much more of an appreciation for quality rice when I eat out, and that's already worth the price of a class. read more

Kyoko was an exceptional hostess who was knowledgeable, friendly, easy to chat with, and patient with our group. She knew exactly what she was doing and encouraged us to participate and learn. Not to forget the food was AMAZING. Seriously, the most authentic, most delicious Japanese meal you can get in SF. It tastes even better knowing it was made from scratch with high-quality, authentic ingredients. Our team booked a private cooking class with Kokyo held in her apartment in SOMA. The booking process was smooth and communication was constant between Koyko and I (I booked for the team), which was appreciated. Even though we were a bit late (10 mins), Koyko was still very professional and friendly. Our meal consisted of miso soup, ginger rice, beef shabu salad (amazing), and miso cod (to die for). The way Koyko explained each step of the cooking process throughly and answered any questions we had was impeccable. Kokyo even gave us printed recipes of the meal we cooked so we could try it at home, which was a nice gesture! Overall, if you're looking to book something for your next team building offsite, BOOK WITH KOYKO. You'll get a gracious & informative host, a fantastic meal, and time spent with your team. read more

My daughter and I took a class at Gochiso Kitchen. We had so much fun and learned a lot too. The food was amazing- so fresh and delicious and Kyoko was wonderful. read more

Kyoko is a gem of a teacher, chef and person! We had so much fun learning tips and techniques of Japanese cooking, and the food was delicious -- as good as some of the best Japanese restaurants I've eaten at. read more

6-stars! Had an excellent experience with Kyoko making the famed miso black cod dish and it tasted better than the izakaya! We also learned how to make the ever-important dashi from scracth (she made it seem easy, but I think I'll need more practice), Japanese pickets (yum) and nagaimo yam pancake, which was devouringly good. It was a small, intimate group and this combined with a bottle of sake made for an enlightened evening! More classes please! read more

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Wow! like being in your moms or favorite aunts kitchen.( if she was Japanese. I recently attended Kyoko's sushi class with my daughter in law and four strangers. What a fabulous class. I learned so much, had a 5 star dinner and met some very interesting people. Kyoko teaching style is simple and hands on. Affordable and perfect amount of time. unlike a lot of other cooking classes that are all day or just watch and take notes. I highly recommend any of her classes. Location is idea if you are visiting SF. close to public transportation. In a very safe area. read more

This course was incredible. Why? 1. Kyoko - the chef/teacher. It's clear she loves the culinary traditions of her home in Japan, and she beams when she shares her knowledge She also was fantastic as it was just myself, my teenage son, and one of his friends - incredibly patient with us - thanks! 2. Quality of items -- fresh fish, introduction to new vegetables (siso, Japanese cucumber, etc.) We learned how to select and accurately slice those veggies, salmon, tuna, shrimp, egg, etc. Also, the dessert was wonderful, too! 3. Instruction - The instruction, including correctly cooking Japanese rice and making Tamagoyaki, was outstanding. We learned how to make hand rolls, which we ate, and made a sushi roll to bring home. She also provided us with the instructions to take home with us, and gave us tips of restaurants in both the SF Bay Area and in Japan. We thoroughly enjoyed it - I recommend this for couples, families (maybe kids pre-teen and up?), groups of friends and for team building at work. Kyoko, domo arigato! read more

We came here for a team happiness event and loved it! Kyoko was very friendly and knowledgeable, and we learned so much about traditional Japanese sushi making. I would definitely recommend this class to anyone interested! read more

The fact that I have attended 4 or more of Kyoko's classes and plan on attending more should speak for itself. Kyoko is personable and willing to answer any questions. She is also super organized so that the class looks effortless and proceeds seamlessly. Everything needed for the class is ready or set out- including the table being set in lovely fashion for the subsequent dinner where you partake of all the deliciousness you have made with her help. While each class centers on a main course such as karaage (fried chicken), shabu shabu, sushi etc she also teaches you all sorts of accompaniments. I use the miso soup recipe I learned in my first class (really simple and delicious) all the time. One of the best things she does is to tell you where she buys her ingredients, what (including brands) she uses and why, including what you can substitute etc. She hands out the recipes at the beginning of class so you can follow and take notes. A great variety of people attend the classes. Some people come in couples or small groups or even alone, as I do. By the time you sit down to dinner there is a real sense of community and discussions at the table are quite interesting. You are also encouraged to bring whatever alcoholic beverages you want and many people do and share which is also fun. I have been at classes where dinner took on a life of its own and ended much later than I would have thought with Kyoko seemingly enjoying things as much as the guests even though she is left with the clean-up. By the time you leave you will say "Gochisosamadeshita", an expression of thanks for the meal, with true appreciation. read more