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Stroll through lush green fields, experience tea leaf picking, enjoy a Japanese tea tasting, visit a tea factory, and more!

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Experience the beginning of the process that takes tea leaves to the vivid green cup of matcha that’s loved by Japan and across the world.

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Tempura udon and gyoza are a match made in culinary heaven. Learn how to make these iconic Japanese dishes at a home cooking class in Tokyo. Once you’ve mastered these dishes, enjoy your meal and take home a recipe booklet at the end.

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Become a sushi-making expert in Kyoto! Learn the art of crafting sushi in a 90-min class led by masters with over 10 years of experience. Once you’ve rolled, savor your mouthwatering creations alongside your hosts and classmates.

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Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of one of Tokyo’s most famous markets: Tsukiji Market. From a variety of seafood vendors and street food stands, your guide will take you to four can’t-miss spots for the freshest seafood!

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Learn how to make the UNESCO-recognized “washoku” (traditional Japanese cuisine) during a cooking class in central Tokyo! Learn the fundamentals of Japanese cooking while making 4 different dishes with an English-speaking culinary instructor.

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Visit a ramen shop for a mini tour that introduces the tricks and tools of the trade. After learning about the inner workings of a ramen kitchen, you’ll make your very own bowl of ramen from scatch!

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Spend the night at a farmer’s inn, harvest veggies, collect spring water, and make a luxurious sukiyaki hot pot with Matsusaka wagyu. This rare beef is native to Mie, and only 2500 Matsusaka cattle are available each year, making it highly coveted.

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Make authentic Japanese sushi from scratch at a cooking class in Asakusa, a historic district in Tokyo! Your expert hosts will guide you from rice to roll, teaching you about the history and culture surrounding sushi and the famed Asakusa district.

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Join the host of Japan byFood’s Youtube channel, Shizuka Anderson, for an unforgettable tour of Harajuku! Enjoy both sweet and savory street food, purikura photos, shopping, and a meal together with drinks.

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Join ramen expert Hiroshi, who comes from a family with generations in the business of ramen-making, and take a personalized tour in Tokyo, trying two different styles of ramen at two of his recommended ramen shops.

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Join this tour in Minami Osaka, where gleaming lanterns light the path from restaurant to restaurant, and larger-than-life food signs indicate glorious gyoza and seafood within. Explore 4 food stops and a local restaurant with a knowledgable guide.

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Join a local guide as you stroll the cobbled streets of Gion and the Pontocho alley, and take in the atmosphere and local culture and history. After exploring, sit down to an elegant, multi-course kaiseki dinner.

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Experience making Kyoto udon and savoring it in the same prefecture where the dish’s name originates. Fun, family-friendly hands-on cooking class.

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Experience a time-honored piece of Japanese culture in Asakusa, Tokyo’s traditional district. Learn about the art and history of Japanese tea ceremonies, and try your hand at preparing and serving your own matcha!

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Learn to make creative decorative sushi rolls called kazarimaki in this private sushi-making class at your instructor's home near Nijo Castle in Kyoto. Made with plant-based ingredients, these colorful sushi rolls are vegetarian and vegan-friendly.

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For over 400 years, Kyoto’s Fushimi Sake District has been producing some of Japan’s most premium sake. During this sake brewery tour, visit a sake museum, tour a historic brewery, and taste a variety of sakes with a guide.

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Join Ken, a professional guide, to uncover Gion's history, culture, & landmarks during this walking tour. Experience a Japanese lunch (tempura, sushi, or karaage) & a captivating geisha show on this journey through Kyoto's historic district.

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Osaka’s iconic savory pancake, okonomiyaki is calling your name! With Yoko-sensei, a certified food coordinator and licensed guide, you’ll learn how to make Osaka-style okonomiyaki along with two side dishes and the Japanese omelet, tamagoyaki.

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Strolling through Kyoto’s Pontocho and Gion is like entering another era—all cobbled streets, amber lighting, and traditional architecture. Visit 4 stops and taste the delicate Kyoto cuisine, notable for its seasonal ingredients and presentation.

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Spend a delightful afternoon crafting tiny edible works of art! During this wagashi class in Tokyo, you’ll make four Japanese confections with designs that are inspired by the current season. Then, whip up a bowl of matcha to pair with the sweets.

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Delve into Japanese home cooking at a family house located only 10 minutes from the Kyoto Botanical Gardens. Guided by a local cooking instructor, you’ll prepare an appetizing lunch using seasonal and organic ingredients.

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Japan’s cultural capital is the perfect place to learn to make “wagashi,” the traditional Japanese confections made of sweet bean paste and mochi. Join this workshop with an experienced wagashi teacher and make your own artistic and delicious sweets!

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Join Saeko, a professional food stylist & recipe developer, for a home cooking class in Osaka! Learn how to make 3 types of sushi, tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelet), & miso soup. Enjoy your meal and take home an English-language recipe booklet.

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Embark on a culinary journey through the busy streets of Shinjuku. Savor the smoky, succulent skewers of yakitori, and a steaming bowl of hearty ramen—all while learning about Japan's iconic food and drinking culture.

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Would you make a good sumo wrestler? Find out in this unique restaurant in Asakusa. Watch a Japanese dance performance and a sumo bout, eat a chanko nabe wrestler meal, and, if you’re brave, suit up and challenge a real sumo wrestler in the dohyo!

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This tour combines the cultural hotspots of Kyoto with its famous Nishiki Market, home to hundreds of shops selling everything from premium sake, to crunchy pickles, to savory rice crackers. Sightsee and snack your way through the area with a guide!

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Located near the UNESCO World Heritage Site Kiyomizu-dera Temple, this traditional tea ceremony is held in Kyoto, the city where tea culture first emerged in Japan. Amid all the sightseeing, take a moment to slow down with a bowl of matcha.

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