Carrollton, TX, October 19, 2025
News Summary
The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth is organizing a hands-on sushi making class at Yama Izakaya & Sushi in Carrollton. Led by renowned Japanese chef Shigekazu Tateno, participants will learn to prepare various sushi rolls and traditional nigiri. The intimate class, limited to 40 attendees, includes essential techniques for sushi preparation along with a premium sake pairing. Each participant will also receive a bamboo sushi mat as a take-home item, enriching their culinary experience.
Carrollton, TX
The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW) is hosting a hands-on Sushi Making Class on Date and Time: Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. The session will be held at Location: Yama Izakaya & Sushi in Carrollton, TX and will be led by The class will be led by Japanese chef Shigekazu Tateno, owner of Yama Izakaya & Sushi. The event is limited to Only 40 seats are available, allowing for an intimate learning experience. Tickets and additional information can be found on the JASDFW website at https://www.jasdfw.org/event/sushi-making-class-at-yama-izakaya/.
Key event details
The course is described as hands-on and designed for participants of varying experience levels. Participants will learn to prepare various sushi rolls and traditional nigiri. Instruction will focus on fundamental techniques for rice handling, fish slicing, assembly, and presentation. In addition to the cooking instruction, The class includes a premium sake pairing with Dassai, one of Japan’s most celebrated sake brands. Each attendee will also receive a keepsake: Each participant will receive a bamboo sushi mat to take home.
Capacity, format and objectives
The event is capped at 40 attendees to provide an intimate classroom environment that supports hands-on practice and direct interaction with the chef. The session is scheduled to last 90 minutes, combining demonstration and participant practice. Organizers state the class aims to facilitate cultural exchange and networking within the Japan-America community. President of JASDFW, Grant Ogata, emphasizes the event as a celebration of Japanese culture.
Sponsorship and organizational information
Sponsors for the event include Yama Izakaya & Sushi, Dassai USA, Inc., and the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth. The host organization and sponsors are providing venue, instruction, sake pairing, and take-home materials. The sponsor list and host are intended to support both culinary instruction and the event’s cultural objectives.
Registration and availability
Prospective participants should note the limited seating and register early to secure a place. Tickets and additional information can be found on the JASDFW website at https://www.jasdfw.org/event/sushi-making-class-at-yama-izakaya/. The listing on the event page includes ticket pricing, registration steps, and any additional participation guidelines that may apply.
What attendees can expect
Attendees can expect a guided, hands-on experience focused on creating sushi rolls and nigiri under the supervision of an experienced Japanese chef. The inclusion of a premium sake pairing seeks to highlight beverage pairing as part of the culinary experience. The take-home bamboo sushi mat gives participants a practical tool to continue practicing techniques at home.
Background
The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth regularly organizes cultural and educational programs intended to strengthen ties between Japan and the local community. This sushi making class follows that model by combining culinary instruction with cultural exchange and opportunities for networking within the Japan-America community.
FAQ
- Who is hosting the class?
- The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW) is hosting a hands-on Sushi Making Class.
- When is the class?
- Date and Time: Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.
- Where is the class held?
- Location: Yama Izakaya & Sushi in Carrollton, TX.
- Who is teaching the class?
- The class will be led by Japanese chef Shigekazu Tateno, owner of Yama Izakaya & Sushi.
- What will participants learn?
- Participants will learn to prepare various sushi rolls and traditional nigiri.
- Is there a sake pairing?
- The class includes a premium sake pairing with Dassai, one of Japan’s most celebrated sake brands.
- What do participants receive?
- Each participant will receive a bamboo sushi mat to take home.
- How many seats are available?
- Only 40 seats are available, allowing for an intimate learning experience.
- What is the event’s purpose?
- The class aims to facilitate cultural exchange and networking within the Japan-America community.
- Who sponsors the event?
- Sponsors for the event include Yama Izakaya & Sushi, Dassai USA, Inc., and the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth.
- Where can I get tickets and more information?
- Tickets and additional information can be found on the JASDFW website at https://www.jasdfw.org/event/sushi-making-class-at-yama-izakaya/.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date and Time | Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. |
| Location | Yama Izakaya & Sushi in Carrollton, TX |
| Host | Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW) |
| Instructor | Japanese chef Shigekazu Tateno, owner of Yama Izakaya & Sushi |
| Capacity | Only 40 seats are available, allowing for an intimate learning experience |
| Sake pairing | Premium sake pairing with Dassai |
| Take-home | Bamboo sushi mat for each participant |
| Sponsors | Yama Izakaya & Sushi; Dassai USA, Inc.; Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth |
| Tickets | Tickets and additional information can be found on the JASDFW website at https://www.jasdfw.org/event/sushi-making-class-at-yama-izakaya/ |
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