World Sushi Skills Institute Seminar 2025 heads to Manila

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Leading the seminar is Chef Hirotoshi Ogawa, world-renowned sushi master with 30+ years of experience and the founder of Ogawa Sushi in Tokyo

MANILA, Philippines – Calling all sushi lovers and aspiring chefs! The World Sushi Skills Institute Seminar 2025 is currently in Manila, running from February 5 to 7 at Enderun College.

Hosted by Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), in collaboration with Sanriku and Hightower Incorporated, the seminar is all about sharpening sushi-making skills and deepening appreciation for authentic Japanese cuisine.

At the helm is Chef Hirotoshi Ogawa, a globally recognized sushi master and director general of the World Sushi Skills Institute. With over 30 years of experience, he has promoted Japanese cuisine in 40+ countries, served as a culinary advisor to the Japanese government, and founded Ogawa Sushi in Tokyo.

CHEF Hirotoshi Ogawa at work. All images courtesy of JETRO

Participants will dive into classroom lectures and hands-on training, mastering the art of sushi; from cooking the perfect rice and precision knife work to preparing fish and sophisticated sushi. Food safety and international sushi standards will also be taught.

PRESENTING his master knife-cutting skills.

With only 20 slots available per day, the seminar offers personalized instruction at Enderun College’s Culinary Amphitheater and Kitchen Laboratory, from 1 pm to 6 pm. The program will end with a written exam, and successful participants will earn the prestigious Sushi Proficiency Certificate from the World Sushi Skills Institute.

PARTICIPANTS are required to complete a written exam to receive the certificate.

The seminar is part of JETRO’s Japanese seafood campaign, which highlights Japan’s time-honored culinary traditions in the Philippines.

Interested participants may sign up for the World Sushi Skills Institute through https://wkf.ms/3E69KFF. – with reports from Rowz Fajardo/Rappler.com

Rowz Fajardo is a Rappler intern studying Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of the Philippines Manila.