Japanese Onigiri Cooking Class

With DIY ingredient kit delivered to you

Master the art of onigiri—flavorful, versatile, and perfect for any meal.


Home Ec
Home Ec
5.0 (24)
11k followers

2 hours Class size 4 to 75 guests

  $50 - $70 ($70 per guest when you book for 4+ guests, $60/guest for 8+ guests, $50/guest for 10+ guests)


How it works


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We'll send a ClassBento Box to you (a Ingredient kit with what you'll need). Shipping in the US is free, and you'll get your box delivered in time for your class. We ship nationwide.
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Enjoy the online class - after booking, you'll get a link to join the interactive class.
Learn how to create traditional Japanese rice balls, or onigiri, with a variety of delicious fillings! In this interactive class, you'll discover the secrets to shaping and seasoning rice, wrapping nori, and preparing flavorful fillings like tuna, salmon, egg salad, and edamame. Perfect for bento boxes, picnics, or quick snacks, these handheld delights are a fun and satisfying way to explore Japanese cuisine.
Your Home Ec chef will guide you through the class, demonstrating each step with clear visuals—so you won’t miss a single detail as you cook along. They’ll also be there to answer all your questions and ensure the class runs seamlessly.
With their expert guidance, you’ll feel confident and engaged every step of the way. It’s always a joy to see everyone’s creations come together beautifully!
This is an engaging virtual team-building activity and makes a memorable event.
Please Note:
Most recipes are adaptable to different dietary restrictions. Please contact your teacher before your class about making substitutions.


Knowledge required
Beginner to intermediate skills
 
What you'll get in your ingredient kit
  • Short-grain Japanese rice
  • Rice vinegar
  • Sugar
  • Salt
  • Canned tuna
  • Canned or jarred salmon
  • Mayonnaise (Kewpie preferred)
  • Soy sauce
  • Toasted sesame oil
  • Mirin
  • Eggs
  • Edamame (shelled)
  • Nori sheets (seaweed)
  • Furikake seasoning (optional)
  • Green onions
  • Lemon juice
  • Pickled ginger (optional)
  • Shichimi togarashi (optional, for spice)
What you'll need
  • Rice cooker or pot with a lid (for cooking rice)
  • Medium mixing bowls (for fillings)
  • Small bowl of water (for shaping rice)
  • Damp towel (to keep rice moist)
  • Onigiri molds (optional, for shaping)
  • Plastic wrap (optional, for shaping)
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
Add-on available for this class
  • Ingredient kit ($138)
You can add this when you book (optional).
 
Suitable for
This class is great for team building and other group events.
More about this class

This class is new, and this teacher has 24 reviews for their other experiences - which you can see here.

Your teacher

Home Ec
Home Ec

5.0 (24)
11k followers
female Women-owned

We're a woman-owned business founded in 2019.
Home Ec is like having a friend in the kitchen, ready to help make cooking feel easy and enjoyable. Whether you’re new to cooking or just want to try something different, our classes are all about building confidence, sharing tips, and having fun with food. So throw on an apron, and let’s make something delicious together.

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2025-01-31 15:00:00
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