Cook Traditional Dumplings in Rural Tsurugi (Tokushima)
Soak in the tranquility of farm life in Tsurugi, Tokushima and make traditional dumplings in a cooking class taught by friendly locals at a farm that’s part of the region’s Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System.
Ura Namba Walking Tour With Fugu Tasting in Osaka
Join a 3-hour Osaka pufferfish-tasting food tour. Savor fugu (Japanese pufferfish) prepared by a fugu-specialist and licensed chef. Explore Dotonbori’s Ura Namba neighborhood with a guide, visit a local temple, and unwind at a hidden bar.
Farm to Table in Shikoku: Harvest & Lunch in Iya Valley
The terraced mountains of rural Iya Valley provide the perfect backdrop for this farm to table cooking experience in Shikoku! Harvest vegetables and turn them into a meal guided by a friendly farmer who will teach you traditional local recipes.
Kyushu Street Food: Yatai Food Tour in Karatsu (Saga)
Exploring the fascinating street food scene of historical Karatsu City in Saga, dining at several yatai street food stalls tucked under railroad tracks where you’ll try Kyushu delicacies like squid shumai dumplings and champon.
Traditional Japan: Farmstay & Cooking in Rural Tokushima
Spend the night in a farmhouse in the mountains of Tsurugi, Tokushima Prefecture! Learn how locals maintain sustainable farming methods, bake mochi buns with locally grown ingredients and fall in love with the rural scenery of Nishi-Awa.
Beppu Lunch Food Tour: Onsen Coffee & Regional Food
Come for the hot springs, stay for the food! In this Beppu food tour, you’ll try rice rolls and fried chicken at a local market, bite into freshly baked treats at a Japanese bakery and sip coffee made from hot spring water from the local onsen.
Beppu Dinner & Drinks Tour: Sake Tasting & Izakaya (Kyushu)
Have fun with locals on a night you'll never forget! Enjoy izakaya dining, sake tasting, and bar hopping on this food tour inviting you to explore the vibrant nightlife of Beppu, Kyushu's famous hot spring hub.
Japanese Soba Noodles Making Class in Nippori (Tokyo)
Create, craft, and enjoy traditional Japanese soba noodles in this cooking class in Nippori, Tokyo. You’ll receive hands-on training from a soba master who will lead you down a culinary journey you’re unlikely to forget!
Private Kawaii Sushi Rolls Making Class Near Shinjuku Gyoen
Let your creativity shine in this private family-friendly sushi making class near Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, where you’ll learn to make cute and healthy sushi rolls. Pescatarian and halal-friendly options are available.
Private Character Bento Cooking Class Near Shinjuku Gyoen
A lunch that tastes as good as it looks! In this family-friendly cooking class near Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, you’ll make kyaraben — a cute packed lunch inspired by your favorite characters — with a certified cooking instructor.
Okinawa Makishi Public Market Tour & Sushi Making in Naha
Make sushi with fresh local ingredients in Naha, Okinawa! Tour the Makishi Public Market and learn to turn the fresh catch of the day into sushi pieces with guidance from a pro chef, then enjoy your delicious meal together.
Sushi Cooking Class (Maki & Nigiri) & Matcha Making in Osaka
Try your hand at sushi-making in this home cooking class in Osaka! With help from a bilingual local host, make nigiri and maki rolls using fresh rice and fish, prepare a traditional Japanese dessert, whisk matcha, and enjoy your meal together.
Tsukiji Guided Sake Tasting with 10 Sake Varieties
Discover the captivating world of Japanese rice wine while tasting 10 different kinds of sake paired with light bites. Learn all about sake brewing methods and differences in this masterclass led by a sake-loving restaurant manager.
Sake Tour & Tastings with a Sake Brewer in Kobe (Nada)
Learn about Japan’s national drink straight from the source in this sake tour with a brewer. Explore Nada, a district of Kobe in Hyogo Prefecture known for its leading sake production, and taste some of the finest local brews.
Make Your Own Gin in a Distillery in Asahikawa, Hokkaido
In this EAT! MEET! JAPAN award-winning experience in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, you will tour a local distillery, learn about gin and try different kinds before mixing botanicals to make your own. Lunch, cocktails and snacks included!
Cute Character Bento Cooking Class in Shinjuku
Bring pop culture to the kitchen and make your own character bento, known as kyaraben, with a warm and welcoming instructor in Shinjuku. Turn everyday ingredients like rice, vegetables, ham, and eggs into a packed meal that’s almost too cute to eat.
Kagoshima Tour Featuring Katsuo Ramen & Sand Bath Experience
Embark on a journey through Ibusuki in Kagoshima. Explore a katsuobushi factory, shop for local produce at a roadside station, unwind in the Kagoshima sand baths, discover a unique public cooking area, and feast on a tasty lunch(katsuo ramen).
Ikebukuro Adventure Tour: Games, Food, & Family-Friendly Fun
Join a 4-hour guided food and adventure tour in Ikebukuro! This family-friendly experience includes a game center, a food-themed park, and tasty treats like sushi, yakitori, wagyu, takoyaki, and sweets. Children can join FREE of charge!
Hinagashi Traditional Japanese Sweet Making in Tsuruoka
Tsuruoka, recognized as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, has a rich and diverse food culture. Come and learn how to make hinagashi, a Tsuruoka specialty that’s made of sweet bean paste and shaped to look like the area’s local specialties.
Washoku in the Heart of Japan at Restaurant Sofu
A tantalizing fine dining experience with local Japanese ingredients at a stunning Karuizawa forest: delicious hot pot shabu shabu, teppanyaki, and sukiyaki beef menu prepared by chefs. Enjoy the elegant hotel setting with refreshing views.
3-Day Fermentation Stay Program in Nara
An immersive 3-day homestay in Nara, learn about the fermented foods that characterize the regional cuisine: koji (rice malt), miso, and tsukemono pickles. Additionally, you’ll visit one of Japan’s most ancient roads, the Yamanobe Trail.
Ayu Torchlight Fishing and Course Meal Along the Maze River
In a magnificent pyrotechnic display, ayu sweetfish are corralled into nets by deft fisherman as they whip flaming torches above the water. After an elaborate meal centered around the sweetfish, watch the fishermen themselves in action!
Experience a Day Living in Ancient Japan in the Jomon Period
The Jomon era is one of the oldest known periods in Japanese history. Discover this ancient culture for yourself, wearing traditional Jomon period garb, hunting and gathering local food, and enjoying a Jomon-inspired feast in a restored pit house.
Local Inaka Sushi (Countryside Sushi) Cooking Class in Kochi
Try your hand at making the local dish of Kochi prefecture, inaka sushi (literally “countryside sushi”). With the highest percentage of forested land in Japan, Kochi has a diverse range of plants and veggies, making for colorful sushi toppings!
Nagara River Boating and Banquet with Geisha Experience
Cruising down the Nagara River in Gifu, enjoy a banquet with Japanese sake and live performances by geisha. The meal spotlights seasonal ingredients and local fish, which you can see being caught using the ancient method of cormorant fishing.
Vegan Sushi Making Class in Ninomiya, Kanagawa
Vegans, this is the plant-based sushi cooking class for you!
Vegetarian Sushi Making Class in Ninomiya, Kanagawa
In this experience, you'll learn how to make vegetarian sushi with local hosts in Ninomiya, a perfect stop if you’re on your way to Mt. Fuji, the hot springs of Izu, Odawara or Hakone!
Omi Beef Cooking & Premium Dining (Hikone, Shiga)
Taste Omi beef and learn to prepare it in a teppan grill in this private cooking class and premium dining experience at a French restaurant in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, where you’ll also enjoy a luxurious course meal with lobster and abalone.