Japanese Cooking and Sushi Making Classes in London | Sozai

Izumi Nakamura

(251 reviews)

Izumi grew up in Amakusa, a beautiful chain of five islands located in the south of Japan, blessed with delicious, natural, wholesome food -Izumi has never been far away from the joy that food can bring, honing her super-healthy recipes in surroundings with rich history.

She draws upon this upbringing in her work as an outstanding sushi chef, dietary consultant, and qualified sake sommelier. Her background as a trained and experienced pharmacist also enables her to create dishes and menus that are as nutritionally balanced as they are delicious.

She shares her passion for Japanese cooking and the health benefits to be had from it through her fun, informal, hands-on lessons. Her down to earth teaching and creative demonstrations at many companies and shows. She is the GM of Sozai cooking school, managing many events in London and creating various of live streaming shows. She is also founder of 5 Incorporated Ltd, offering private chef/corporate event catering services.

Izumi is a member of the Japanese Culinary Academy UK.


by Volodymyr
Roll & Roll Sushi Class
13 Feb 2022
Fantastic masterclass

We really enjoyed sushi making masterclass.
It was interactive, fun and we are now able to make sushi at home! Will definetely comeback for some other Japanese cooking classes.

by Alistair
Roll & Roll Sushi Class
07 Feb 2022
Great Class

My wife & I had a wonderful time at Izumi's sushi class. We learned a lot of great tips and surprised ourselves at the delicious sushi we made! I would definitely book one of her classes again.

by Dom
Sushi master
07 Feb 2022
Sushi chef

My partner and I have attended one of Izumi’s long run sushi class since 2013. As our friend recommended us it was a fantastic experience. We had nice welcoming and very informative session. Enjoyed Japanese beer & delicious sushi after that. Also a gift bag to take home. Definitely 5 stars from us. Thank you!!