Itamae-San (sushi chef) traditional training

[lolobear]

I am trying to gather info on traditional Japane sushi chef training. I'm having trouble finding specifics. I need to know the length of time, specific duties,etc.

[thomas]

Welcome to our forum!

I don't know which online resources you have already consulted, I'd recommend you to visit these sites:

California Sushi Academy (http://www.japanreference.com/cgi-bin/jump.cgi?ID=2970): they may have further info on sushi training

Sushi World Guide (http://www.japanreference.com/cgi-bin/jump.cgi?ID=575): they list useful links and literature

World-Wide Sushi Restaurant Reference (http://www.japanreference.com/cgi-bin/jump.cgi?ID=3537) : John Maraist may be able to provide fúrther assistance.

Also check out our sushi section

=> http://www.japanreference.com/Gastronomy/Sushi/