Cook Like a Sumo Wrestler! Chanko Nabe & Sake Tasting Class in Tokyo

Starting this December, we’re excited to introduce our brand-new Chanko Nabe & Sake Tasting Class!

If you're visiting Tokyo and looking for a fun, authentic, and interactive food experience, this class is the perfect way to explore Japan’s culinary culture.

In sumo stables, wrestlers share one big communal hot pot—everyone gathers around the same pot and eats together. In this class, you’ll experience that same “sumo-style” dining culture by cooking a hearty Chanko Nabe and sharing it as a group.

This hands-on session lets you prepare the nourishing hot pot that fuels Japan’s strongest athletes, followed by a tasting of carefully selected Japanese sake.

Hands-On Chanko Nabe Cooking in Tokyo

In this hands-on experience, you’ll create a hearty Chanko Nabe just like the kind enjoyed by sumo wrestlers.

You’ll begin by preparing a light kombu broth, then chop seasonal Japanese vegetables and add them to the pot.

You’ll also make mochi kinchaku (mochi-filled tofu pouches loved in Japanese home cooking) and scoop chicken meat mixture from a bamboo tube directly into the simmering broth—a fun and interactive part of the process.

Packed with flavorful ingredients, Chanko Nabe is simple yet deeply satisfying. With every bite, you’ll understand why this nourishing hot pot has been a favorite of sumo wrestlers for generations.

Taste Seasonal Japanese Ingredients

Japan’s seasonal vegetables are known for their freshness, color, and natural sweetness.

During the class, you’ll cook with ingredients sourced from local markets, bringing out their aroma and delicate flavors in your hot pot.

It’s a delicious way to learn about Japanese food culture through its produce.

Enjoy a Japanese Sake Tasting

This class also includes a small sake-tasting experience.

Participants can enjoy Japanese sake during the session and share different types within the group, making the tasting both social and enjoyable.

A Fun & Authentic Japanese Experience

This class is designed for travelers who want more than just a meal—it's an experience.

Cook, taste, and enjoy your Chanko Nabe just like a sumo wrestler in a training stable.

Whether you're a food lover, a culture explorer, or simply looking for something memorable to do in Tokyo, this workshop offers a warm, friendly, and uniquely Japanese adventure.

Class Details

Price: ¥16,500 per person

Start Times: 11:00 / 14:30

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Minimum participants: 2 people

Minimum age: 20 years old

Join us and discover the delicious world of sumo cuisine!

You’ll leave with new cooking skills, a happy stomach, and unforgettable memories from your time in Tokyo.

Ready to Join the Class?

If you'd like to book your Chanko Nabe & Sake Tasting experience, you can reserve your spot through our online booking page:

Cook Like a Sumo Wrestler! Chanko Nabe & Sake Tasting Class

We look forward to cooking with you in Tokyo!