Food Experiences(846)
Asakusa Day Tour: Japanese Food, Kimono and Culture
Discover Tokyo’s historic Asakusa district with an English-speaking guide by your side! Join this walking tour to feast on authentic Japanese food, participate in a traditional kimono experience, and explore the famed Nakamise Shopping Street.
Kappabashi Kitchen Town, Fake Food Samples, & Tokyo Skytree
Discover one of Tokyo’s most interesting districts–Kappabashi Kitchen Street–with a guided, English-language tour! Explore Kappabashi, participate in a food sample-making workshop, enjoy an authentic Japanese lunch, and end the day at Tokyo Skytree.
Shinjuku Night Adventure: Izakaya, Golden Gai, & Street Food
Venture off the beaten path with a guided tour of Shinjuku! Visit Shinjuku landmarks (Golden Gai, Omoide Yokocho, Hanzono Shrine, & Kabukicho Tower), choose between 4 unique themed izakayas, feast on izakaya foods, & make memories to last a lifetime.
Niseko Private Chef: Hokkaido Sushi & Wagyu
Feast on a bounty of fresh seafood, high-quality meat, locally sourced vegetables, and a seasonal fruit dessert at this private dining experience in Niseko. The menu includes premium ingredients hand-selected by renowned sushi master Chef Kamada-San.
Fugu Feast: Creative Course Menu By Chef Tanaka-San (Niseko)
Celebrity Chef Tanaka-San presents a fully fugu course menu in Niseko! Using premium, locally sourced ingredients, this fugu (pufferfish) feast and private dining experience is one you’ll remember for a lifetime.
Asakusa Evening Walking Tour: Sensoji Temple & Local Foods
Explore a side of Asakusa most tourists don’t get to see in this evening walking tour. Explore the Sensoji Temple and Nakamise Street, sampling foods along the way and learning about the area before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant.
Flavors of Niseko: 7-Course Japanese Degustation Menu
Renowned culinary maestro–Chef Tanaka-San–curates an artful 7-course Japanese degustation menu using premium, locally sourced ingredients. This once-in-a-lifetime private dining experience in Niseko uses food as a vehicle to convey cultural customs.
Shimbashi Food Tour: Izakaya, Ramen, & All-You-Can-Drink
Get a true Japanese salaryman experience with this guided night food tour in Shimbashi. Enjoy izakaya food (plus an all-you-can-drink bar) & ramen in one of Tokyo’s CBD districts. Experience includes hotel pickup/dropoff from selected locations.
Temple Cuisine, Table Manners, & Tea in a 120 y/o Townhouse
Discover Japanese cuisine, tea, table manners & more in this unforgettable experience in Gifu! You’ll try Otoki Ryori (temple cuisine) & learn about Japanese culinary traditions in a 120 year-old Meiji-era townhouse, from a certified lecturer.
Tea Tasting & Etiquette in a Historic Townhouse (Gifu)
Join Kyoko, a certified teacher from the Japan Service Manners Association, for a unique tea-tasting & table manner experience in Gifu! You’ll learn about tea culture, etiquette, & taste Marika (Jasmine) tea in a historic Meiji-era townhouse.
Marvelous Matsumoto: Soba-Making, Wasabi, & Asama Onsen Tour
Learn how to make authentic Japanese soba noodles with a master, enjoy a handmade soba meal, try fresh wasabi, & explore Asama Onsen Town in Matsumoto.
Flavors of Matsumoto: Sushi-Making, Shinshu Salmon, & Wasabi
Experience the best of Matsumoto (Nagano) with a sushi-making experience with a master chef! Make fresh sushi, witness a fish-cutting demo, learn about “Shinshu” salmon, try fresh wasabi, then savor a handmade sushi feast!
Niigata Sake Tour, Tasting, & Masterclass
Discover the world of sake in Niigata, a region that produces some of the finest in Japan. Learn sake history, customs, & culture from a Professional Sake Meister (Kikisake-Shi) then participate in a sake-tasting session. Appetizers included!
Discover Matsumoto: Landmarks, Sake, Kaiseki, & Castle Tour
Unique architecture, sake tastings, and long-trodden streets lead to a once-in-a-lifetime kaiseki meal brimming with Matsumoto's finest local flavors. Experience the history of the world-heritage site Matsumoto Castle and its surrounding areas.
Sake Spectacular: Museum Tour & Tasting in Fushimi (Kyoto)
Join Hiroshi for a private sake tour in Fushimi! Explore Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, learn about history, culture, production, & savor samples. With a diverse background, Hiroshi shares Kyoto's charm, while Fushimi's legacy enhances the experience.
Sake Tasting at Niigata’s Oldest Shinto Shrine
Journey to the home of sake (Niigata) to learn about Japan’s beloved rice wine! You’ll experience a tasting, info session, & appetizer pairing in the main hall of the region's oldest Shinto shrine alongside a knowledgeable guide.
Cooking & Culture: Okonomiyaki & Calligraphy in Chiba
Join Chieko for a home cooking class in Chiba! Acquire valuable cooking skills and knowledge about Japanese ingredients, make okonomiyaki (savory pancake) & side dishes from scratch, then enjoy your handmade meal. Includes a calligraphy lesson.
Retro Tokyo Tour: Food, Culture, & History in Jujo & Akabane
Discover retro shops, local history, & culture away from the typical tourist path! Embark on a guided walking tour in Jujo & Akabane (north of Shinjuku). Enjoy street foods, a refreshing drink, explore the remnants of an ancient castle & more.
Cooking & Culture with Chieko: Omurice & Calligraphy (Chiba)
Learn how to make a beloved Japanese fusion dish at Chieko’s home cooking class in Chiba! Make omurice (fried rice topped with a creamy omelet & sauce) & various side dishes, then enjoy a calligraphy lesson! Includes pick-up from Chiba Station.
Calligraphy & Cooking (Chirashi or Maki Sushi) in Chiba
Learn how to make it for yourself at Chieko’s home cooking class in Chiba. Choose between chirashi (scattered) or maki (rolled) sushi, plus various side dishes. Experience includes pick-up from Chiba Station, recipes, & calligraphy lessons.
Kaga Onsen: Relaxation, Kaiseki, Sake, & Gold Leaf Workshop
Relax with an overnight stay at Kaga Onsen in Ishikawa! Enjoy a room with a private onsen, luxurious kaiseki dining, a Japanese breakfast, sake tasting, & a gold-leaf crafting workshop.
Adventures in Otsu: Nature, Culture, Temples, Tea, & Food
Smash your step count with this 6-hour walking tour of Otsu, Shiga Prefecture! Enjoy nature, temples, key landmarks, historical sites, a Japanese tea house, stop for lunch, & beyond.
Let’s Make Authentic Japanese Curry: Cooking Class in Tokyo
Ready to become a Japanese curry master? Learn how to conjure curry from scratch at this cooking class in Setagaya, Tokyo. Uncover the rich history of curry as you simmer up its deep flavors. Elevate your culinary skills with a dash of spice!
Tea Plantation Tour, Factory Visit, & Tasting in Shizuoka
Sip yourself silly with an immersive Japanese tea experience in Hamamatsu (Shizuoka). Visit a tea team, tour a factory with a tea farmer, play tea-tasting games, enjoy sweets, & more!
Chirashi Sushi Cooking Class in Tokyo (Setagaya)
Join Aoki-san for a Japanese cooking class in Setagaya (Tokyo). Make chirashi (scattered) sushi & various side dishes, from preparing the ingredients to assembling the final dish. End by enjoying your handmade meal.
Vegetarian Cooking Class: Temari Sushi & Kakiage (Tokyo)
Join a hands-on cooking class in Tokyo to make vegetarian temari sushi; colorful, bite-sized sushi bites! Your instructor, Aoki-san, will guide you through the process–from making & shaping the rice to decorating the finished product.
Cooking & Culture Class in Chiba: Takoyaki & Calligraphy
Join a cooking & culture class in Chiba; a charming coastal town just outside Tokyo. Make takoyaki (battered octopus balls) & side dishes, then enjoy your handmade meal. Includes a calligraphy lesson & pick up from Chiba Station.
Japanese Home Cooking Class: Maki Sushi & Sides (Tokyo)
Join Noriko-san, a passionate cook & world traveler, for an authentic Japanese cooking class in Osaki (Tokyo). Make maki (rolled) sushi, chawanmushi (savory egg custard), miso soup, dashi stock, & white sesame pudding.