FZWC Sushi Course
FRONTIER ZIPANG WASHOKU CLASS (FZWC) is an innovative culinary school where students can learn practical skills at partner restaurants in Yokohama and Tokyo. The courses start from a 1-week period, in which professional Japanese chefs directly instruct students. Sushi course, izakaya course, and ramen course include unpaid internships and provide an opportunity to engage in the operating activities at Japanese restaurants.
The school also provides a private confectionery course from one-day.
School Type
Private School
Sushi / Washoku / Japanese Cuisine / Confectionery
Sushi Course
Course Content
This course takes place at Suzunari, an omakase sushi restaurant in Yokohama. Held near the largest wholesale market in Yokohama, the course enables students to learn how to evaluate ingredients at the market and create authentic Edomae sushi and omakase-style meals.
*The unpaid internship will be offered at a casual standing sushi bar of the same restaurant group.
Curriculum
-Orientation
-How to handle Japanese kitchen knives well
-Training on Makimono (rolled sushi)
-Training on shaping vinegared rice by hand
-Training on the preparation of toppings, fillings, and seasonings for sushi
-Training on handling fish
-Training on the preparation of fish for sushi
-Hands-on training on sushi making
-Training on sashimi
-Training on side dishes
-Going to a fish market with the instructor to make a purchase of fish
-On-the-job training at the stand-up sushi restaurant
Location
Sushi Suzunari
Nagase Takashima-cho Building F2, 51-9, Tobehoncho, Nishi-ku, Yokomaha-shi, Kanagawa, 220-0041, Japan
Instructor
Shuichi Akiniwa
Experience: More than 40 years
Shuichi Akiniwa is a distinguished veteran in the world of sushi, boasting over four decades of culinary expertise. With a career dedicated to the art of sushi, Chef Akiniwa has held esteemed positions as the head chef in prestigious sushi establishments, including those in Tokyo’s renowned districts such as Ginza and Omotesando.
His mastery of sushi techniques has left a lasting impression, eliciting awe and admiration even from celebrities.
Shin Hasegawa
Experience: More than 30 years
Shin Hasegawa began his journey in the world of sushi as an apprentice in numerous sushi restaurants. After honing his skills through years of dedication, he ascended to the position of head chef at highly regarded sushi establishments in Tokyo and Kanagawa.
Today, Chef Hasegawa proudly holds the esteemed role of head chef at the renowned Sushi Suzunari in Yokohama. Moreover, he has made appearances on numerous television and YouTube shows.
Beyond the sushi counter, Shin’s passion extends to the waves. Surfing is his hobby; he’s quite skilled at it.
Course Schedule
One-week Course
*The schedule can be determined based on individual needs, but the basic format provides a one-week course, 4-5 hours a day from Monday through Friday.
Price for one week course
Price for Group Lesson
One-Week Group Course (5 days)
Admission: 500 USD
Tuition: 2,399 USD
Total: 2,899 USD
Price for Private Lesson
One-Week Private Course (5 days)
Admission: 500 USD
Tuition: 2,999 USD
Total: 3,499 USD
Price includes
-Culinary lessons
-Ingredients
-English interpreter service during culinary lessons
-Certificate of Course completion
-Visa documents requested by the student
-Support in English during their stay
Price doesn’t include
-Accommodation
-Transportation
-Students’ travel insurance
-Personal costs
Eligibility
-Those who can stay in Japan legally during the course.
-Those who are in good health.
Language
There will be an English translator and you do not need to be fluent in Japanese.
Level
Beginners can participate in the course.
How to make a payment?
We accept payment only through bank transfer.
Certificate
We will issue a certificate in English for those who meet the requirements for graduation.
Acommocation
FRONTIER ZIPANG does not own a dorm, so you need to find your accommodation with a hotel or Air BnB.
Since FRONTIER ZIPANG is partnering with the Toyoko Inn Chain that has more than 300 hotel facilities across Japan, you can stay at one of them at a discount price. If you are interested, please contact us before you make a reservation.
Insurance
To avoid any troubles regarding accidents or sickness, we ask every student to join travel insurance or employer-sponsored insurance that is valid in Japan.
How to apply?
You need to complete an application form with your signature.
Please contact us for more information!
