Learn decorative sushi roll making in NYC through Kazari Maki Zushi, Japan’s art of patterned sushi.
Kazari Maki Zushi turns rolled sushi into playful images and patterns. Using everyday ingredients and food-based colors, learners create small sushi “building blocks,” then assemble them into an image inside the roll. When the roll is sliced, the design appears in each piece.
Although the finished rolls can look detailed, the process is beginner-friendly and no sushi experience is needed. The class is as much about the visual surprise as it is about taste. It’s a creative way to experience Japanese food culture through color, shape, and hands-on making.
Theme for this session: Santa Claus & Christmas Tree
In this holiday-themed workshop, you’ll make two decorative sushi roll designs: a cheerful Santa Claus and a Christmas tree. Natural ingredients such as beet powder and seaweed powder create the festive red and green colors, while other ingredients add details to each design. Slice open your rolls to reveal the finished patterns, ready to enjoy or share during the holidays.
This class is a good fit for food lovers, families, friends, and anyone looking for a playful, hands-on holiday activity. You can enjoy your sushi during class or take your rolls home to share.
The workshop is taught by Hiroyo Belmonte, a native of Hokkaido, Japan. She has studied baking, pastry, and wagashi in Japan, completed bread technique training at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York, and holds a Level 1 instructor certification in decorative sushi from the Japan Sushi Instructors Association.
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This class has its own cancellation policy, which applies instead of the general DoBeDoUs policy where the terms differ. Cancellations made at least 72 hours before the class are eligible for a refund of the class price. Processing fees are non-refundable, and cancellations made within 72 hours of the class are not eligible for a refund. Any terms not addressed in this class-specific policy follow the general DoBeDoUs Cancellation Policy in the Cancellation Policy section further down this page. For questions or cancellation requests, please email support@dobedous.com with the class name and your order number, or use the contact form in the footer.
Some classes have their own cancellation or refund policies, which will be listed in the class description and take precedence over our general policy where they differ.
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A versatile East Village storefront in New York, NY, this first-floor space offers a welcoming setting for hands-on classes.
Since 2011, RESOBOX’s creative practice has been rooted in New York City, where the studio bridges traditional Japanese cultural crafts with modern, vibrant spaces. Through curated workshops in bonsai making, ikebana flower arranging, sushi making, and other Japanese cultural practices, RESOBOX works to make centuries-old master techniques accessible and engaging for contemporary audiences.
Its teaching philosophy centers on cultural immersion and community, turning a spacious, light-filled studio into a welcoming gathering place for shared creative experiences. RESOBOX’s work is grounded in preserving rich heritage while sparking personal inspiration in each participant.
Please arrive about 10 minutes before the class starts so you can settle in comfortably.
After booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with directions and any important details for the class.
Class format, materials, and preparation are all outlined in the class description. Most classes are beginner-friendly unless noted otherwise.
All classes are taught by vetted artists and makers who are experienced in both their craft and teaching.
We offer local, artist-led classes that support ongoing creative learning and bring people together through community.
RESOBOX
Japanese culture is not presented here as something distant or fixed. At RESOBOX, it becomes something that can resonate, mix, and evolve in New York. Their classes invite learners into the craft, philosophy, and people behind Japanese traditions while leaving room for each person’s own background and perspective to enter the experience.
RESOBOX makes cultural learning feel approachable without losing its depth. The classes are hands-on, guided, and welcoming, so beginners can participate comfortably even when the technique is new. Whether students are working with bonsai, ikebana, ink painting, tea ceremony, decorative sushi, or another Japanese art form, there is a nice balance between learning a specific skill and enjoying the process of slowing down, observing, and trying something outside of everyday routine.
The studio itself adds to the experience. Located in the East Village, RESOBOX feels like more than a classroom. It is a ground-floor storefront with large windows, natural light, exposed brick walls, and a warm, stylish atmosphere. Flexible table and seating layouts allow the space to shift between workshops, exhibitions, events, and community gatherings. The setting feels active, open, and creative, giving learners a chance to experience Japanese culture in a way that feels grounded in New York City.
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Decorative Sushi Roll Making: Santa Claus & Christmas Tree
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