Japan Food Tours(324)
Shinjuku Sightseeing Tour with Traditional Japanese Lunch
Explore Shinjuku with an experienced guide! Be amazed by the panoramic views of Tokyo from the Metropolitan Government observatory, eat a traditional Japanese meal, see the Godzilla Head and Golden Gai, and wrap up with some delicious ramen.
Izakaya Bar Hopping in Naha: Experience Okinawa’s Nightlife
Enjoy a night out in Naha! Rub shoulders with locals as you enjoy food, drinks and karaoke in three local izakaya ranging from popular traditional Okinawan eateries to old school watering holes.
Kyoto Cherry Blossom Food Tour 2025
Stroll through central Kyoto, streets flanked with blooming cherry blossom trees, visiting shops and tasting local snacks as you go, and enjoy a flower-viewing picnic. Then, stop at a traditional restaurant for a meal of local Kyoto specialties.
Kagoshima Bar Hopping Adventure
In this Kagoshima bar hopping experience, explore the city through its nightlife, food and drinks. Explore two areas (Meizan and Tenmonkan), and enjoy three stops for food and drinks at local restaurants and bars with a local guide.
Tea Ceremony Class or Local Tea Tasting in Kagoshima City
Learn how to serve matcha in the traditional style of a Japanese tea ceremony or learn to serve and taste five different kinds of Kagoshima tea in this unique tea experience in Kagoshima City.
Seto Inland Sea Leisure Cruise and Food Tour in Hiroshima
Board a boat and soak in magnificent views of Hiroshima’s Seto Inland Sea and coastline. Enjoy a lunch of local delicacies, your choice of anago (eel) or fresh oysters. After the cruise, try an iconic souvenir sweet from the Hiroshima area.
Backstreets of Kanazawa Bike Tour with Lunch (Ishikawa)
Touring Kanazawa on a bike is a breeze! Cycle through historic landmarks, the geisha district, and scenic mountainside paths at a leisurely pace. Then, have a lunch of local Kanazawa fermented foods and learn about katanas.
Nightlife and Izakaya Hopping in Gotemba
Come along on this evening tour in Gotemba, located at the base of Mt. Fuji, and discover the hidden gems of this historic town, visiting notable spots. You’ll taste regional dishes, make your own original cocktail, and enjoy the laidback atmosphere.
E-bike Tour of Power Spots and Pizza-Making in Taiki
Journey around the countryside of Taiki, Mie Prefecture via e-bike, visiting exciting power spots such as Yaedani Spring and Takihara Shrine. End the journey with a full stomach after a pizza-making experience using a stone oven.
Canoe Hokkaido’s Highest Lake & Trek Through a Serene Forest
Ride a canoe across Hokkaido’s highest lake, lake Shikaribetsu, and experience the primeval nature of the surrounding area with a trek through a forest. End your journey with a meal made with local ingredients.
E-bike Tour of Shinto Shrine and Ouchiyama Milk Village
Get a taste of Mie and the rural side of Japan on this e-bike tour. Explore sights such as Kobenomiyayomo Shrine and Ouchiyama Milk Village with the help of a guide while enjoying a lunch of seasonal ingredients cooked via an old-fashioned kiln.
Takaoka, Toyama: Shokoji Temple Tour and Shojin Ryori Lunch
Enjoy a Shojin ryori vegetarian Japanese bento lunchbox by a famous regional shop. Explore the renovated temple grounds of Shokoji in Toyama Prefecture with a guide, and learn about the fascinating history of one of Japan’s national treasures.
All-You-Can-Drink Sake Tasting Tour in Nagoya
All-you-can-drink sake and lots of fun conversation await on this causal izakaya tour in Nagoya. Enjoy snacks and drinks with new friends!
Asakusa Day Tour: Japanese Food, Kimonos, 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.
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.
Nagoya Food & Culture Tour: Atsuta Shrine & Kishimen Noodles
Join a walking history, culture, & food experience in Nagoya! Visit Atsuta Shrine, explore the tranquil forest, learn about Shintoism, & try kishimen noodles (a regional specialty) alongside a friendly English-speaking host.
Nagoya Culture Tour: Osu Kannon St, Temple Customs, & Food
Join a walking food tour of Nagoya! Visit the historical Osu Kannon district, see a temple, learn about its history, & try 5 different street foods (miso oden, takoyaki, taiyaki, dim sum, sweet potato) alongside an English-speaking host.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Spooky Shitamachi Ghost Tour w/ Ramen & Drinks (Tokyo)
Join a spooky ghost tour in Tokyo’s Shitamachi district! Fuel up with ramen at a local restaurant, take a chilling tour of Tokyo’s most haunted sites, learn about the area's unsettling history, & then unwind with drinks at a bar in Asakusa.
Supreme Sencha: Tea Ceremony & Making Experience in Kanagawa
Join Kiyohiko-san, an acclaimed tea master from the Higashi Abe School of Senchado, for an immersive sencha tea ceremony in Kanagawa. Observe the ceremony, master the art of preparing & serving sencha, & enjoy it alongside delicious wagashi sweets.
Japanese Knives: Design A Custom Knife & Factory Tour, Fukui
Discover the intricate history of Japanese knives, from handle to blade, on a tour of Fukui. Tour the Yamaken Woodworks factory (handles), explore Yamamoto Blade Works (blades), & then choose your very own custom Fukui knife to take home!
Ueno Tour: Ameyoko Market, Izakayas, Food, & Bar-Hopping
Embark on a culinary journey through Ueno with this bar-hopping & izakaya adventure! Begin at Ueno Station, traverse Okachimachi, explore Ameyoko Market, stroll Ueno’s izakaya district, & indulge in food & drinks at three unique izakayas & bars.
Tokyo Food & Culture Tour: Yanaka Ginza, Yanesen, & Nezu
Embark on a walking tour through the charming districts of Yanaka Ginza, Yanesen, Nezu, & Sendagi. Visit cultural sites & try street foods like roasted sweet potato, yakitori, croquettes, & chestnut ice cream.
Best Food Tours in Japan
Curious about Japanese food culture? Maybe you’re planning a trip to Japan but don't know where to eat Japanese food that’s traditional and authentic. Browse these food tours in Japan and join your favorite experience to learn about local Japanese traditions and culture through food!
Led by local experts and food tourism industry professionals, culinary tours in Japan will give you access to some of the most delicious places to eat in Japan. ByFood offers gastronomy experiences and food tours in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and more! The world of Japanese food tours includes street food tours, fish market tours, bar hopping, and cultural immersion experiences like the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Join a ramen tour in Japan and experience the variety of regional ramen, visit a Japanese fish market for fresh sushi, or go bar hopping in Osaka, known as Japan’s party city! Whatever interests you have, there’s a food tour in Japan for you.