Authentic Eel (unagi) Cuisine Course
Master Authentic Japanese Eel (unagi) Cuisine in Just Two Days
Among Japan’s most celebrated dishes, unagi—Japanese freshwater eel—is loved around the world.
From fragrant kabayaki and delicate shirayaki to classic unaju and the distinctive experience of hitsumabushi, unagi offers a rich world of flavour, technique, and tradition.
For professional chefs, mastering authentic eel (unagi) cuisine is a valuable addition to their repertoire. For passionate food enthusiasts, it is a rewarding skill to share with family and friends at home or on special occasions.
Why not make authentic Japanese eel (unagi) cuisine your own signature dish?
Japan Culinary Institute offers an intensive two-day Authentic Eel (unagi) Cuisine Course for international chefs, aspiring culinary professionals, and devoted lovers of Japanese cuisine. A focused one-day course is also available for those with limited time.
Learn Authentic Eel (unagi) Cuisine Through Hands-On Practice
Working with whole, fresh eel, you will learn the complete process—from filleting and skewering to charcoal grilling and refined presentation—under the direct guidance of an experienced unagi master.
Day 1
Master the Foundations of Eel (unagi) Cuisine
- Traditional eel filleting and preparation
- Professional skewering techniques
- Controlling charcoal fire
- Shirayaki — plain grilled eel
- Kabayaki — grilled eel with traditional tare sauce
- Unaju — grilled eel served over rice
- Umaki — Japanese rolled omelette with eel
- Uzaku — eel with vinegared cucumber
- Kimosui — traditional eel-liver soup
- Perfectly steamed Japanese white rice
Day 2
Explore the Wider World of Eel (unagi) Cuisine
- Hitsumabushi — three distinctive ways to enjoy grilled eel
- Edo-style unagi sushi
- Unagi sushi rolls
- Japanese dashi
- Japanese rice, sushi vinegar, and sushi rice
- Traditional side dishes and a complete unagi course menu
- Japanese presentation and plating
Essential Techniques of the Eel (unagi) Craftsman
- Precise filleting and cutting
- Accurate skewering for an elegant finish
- Subtle charcoal heat control
- Professional grilling techniques
- Preparing traditional unagi tare sauce
- Creating a variety of distinctive unagi dishes
By understanding and practising each stage, you will develop the precision, technique, and discipline at the heart of authentic Japanese cuisine.
Create a Signature Dish
Eel (unagi) is one of the world’s most popular Japanese dishes. Yet relatively few restaurants outside Japan can offer truly authentic, professionally prepared unagi cuisine.
Mastering these skills can therefore become a significant advantage for chefs and Japanese restaurants alike.
"Authentic Japanese Eel (unagi)"
An experienced unagi master will guide you through advanced techniques refined over years of professional practice.
Through direct, hands-on instruction, you will learn the professional techniques and closely guarded secrets needed to create an exceptional unaju.
In just two days, you will gain the skills to make authentic unagi cuisine a distinctive part of your culinary future.
A Full Day of Intensive, Hands-On Learning
Each course day runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
The programme includes hands-on cooking, tasting the dishes you prepare, and restoring the kitchen afterwards.
In Japanese culinary culture, professional training extends beyond cooking.
From preparing the food to leaving the kitchen in perfect order, every stage reflects the discipline of a professional chef.
Experience the standards and rhythm of an authentic Japanese culinary environment.
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Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM each day
Course Fee: US$ 1,200
Private Lesson / Semi-Private Lesson: US$ 1,600
Course Dates:
The second Wednesday and Thursday of each month
The fourth Wednesday and Thursday of each month
Prefer to Join for One Day?
If you cannot attend the full two-day programme, you may join Day 1 only.
This intensive day covers the essential techniques of unagi preparation, including filleting, skewering, charcoal grilling, shirayaki, kabayaki, and traditional unaju.
One-Day Course: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Course Fee: US$ 600
Private / Semi-Private Lesson: US$ 800
Course Dates:
The second Wednesday of each month
The fourth Wednesday of each month
Learn Authentic Eel (unagi) Cuisine in Japan
Master one of the world’s most beloved Japanese dishes.
Make authentic Japanese unagi cuisine your own signature.
The Authentic Eel (unagi) Cuisine Course at Japan Culinary Institute offers an intensive introduction to the techniques, craftsmanship, and traditions behind one of Japan’s most iconic culinary arts.
A comprehensive unagi experience available only through Japan Culinary Institute.
