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Japan’s Fine Dining Experience

Join our unique dining experience at course menu restaurants, Michelin-stared establishments, and exclusive venues; we break down the language barriers and get you a seat at the table. We have curated a list of the finest restaurants specializing in authentic Japanese cuisine and provide you with an opportunity to dine like a local.
COURSE MENU
TOKYO

Makiyaki Ginza Onodera

Wood-fired wagyu steaks take center stage here at this Michelin-starred restaurant in Ginza, flawlessly blending French and Japanese grilling technique.

Lunch: ¥10,000-40,000
Dinner: ¥10,000-40,000
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COURSE MENU
TOKYO

Ginza Saisho

Premium omakase sushi course with an English-speaking chef at an intimate counter-style sushi restaurant in Ginza, known in particular for its "uniku" sushi of sea urchin wrapped in wagyu beef.

Dinner: ¥15,000-35,000
(14)
COURSE MENU
TOKYO

Tempura Ono

Just north of the old Tsukiji Market, a tempura master creates specialized omakase menus based on guests' preferences, made with premium seasonal ingredients from all across Japan.

Lunch: ¥16,000-33,000
Dinner: ¥16,000-33,000
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COURSE MENU
TOKYO

YAKINIKU 37west NY

One of Ginza's most legendary yakiniku restaurants, YAKINIKU 37west NY's "owners meat system" ensures that diners receive only the best possible cut of meat, dry-aged and meticulously prepared to perfection.

Dinner: ¥15,000-30,000
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COURSE MENU
TOKYO

Takumi Sushi Owana

The former holder of a Michelin star, this omakase sushi restaurant in Ebisu effortlessly mixes traditional nigiri with inventive new takes on the sushi form, thanks to Chef Oana Kenji's skilled hands.

Dinner: ¥30,000-35,000
(5)
COURSE MENU
TOKYO

Katsura Steak House

Taking inspiration from the best of Japanese and Western culinary sense, this teppanyaki course is a journey through timely seasonal specialties in Japan.

Lunch: ¥10,000-45,000
Dinner: ¥10,000-45,000
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SEAT RESERVATION
OSAKA

Sushi Ohata

Careful blends of red and white vinegar will surprise even the most seasoned sushi veterans at this Osaka sushi shop, which riffs on the traditions of Tokyo.

Dinner: ¥15,000-19,999
COURSE MENU
TOKYO

Taira

Domestic free-range chicken skewers are grilled upon ordering here at this Minami-Aoyama restaurant, but won’t leave guests’ clothes smelling like smoke. Chicken is accompanied by seasonal fare and sake, served with hospitality.

Dinner: ¥15,000-20,000
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Food Tours
TOKYO

The Midnight Diners: Tokyo Experience

In the eclectic Harmonica Yokocho drinking alley, hop from bar to bar, chatting with your trilingual guide and locals, and trying creative food and drinks like horse meat shumai and tea-infused cocktails.

from¥19,500
(36)
Rain or shine
Food Tours
KYOTO

Small Group, All-Inclusive Kyoto Night Food and Culture Tour

Experience the vibrant nightlife of Kyoto! This intimate tour takes you along the cobbled walkways of the geisha district of Gion, and along the historic streets of Pontocho, stopping for dinner and drinks at cool local restaurants and niche bars.

from¥13,125
(30)
With 2 drinks
Food Tours
TOKYO

Wasabi Farm Tour in Okutama, Tokyo

Join your guide, an Aussie journalist-turned-farmer, and discover Japan’s precious fresh wasabi, tasting the real deal for yourself. A rare treat, come and learn how one of the world’s most expensive crops is cultivated in Okutama.

from¥7,000
(60)
Food Tours
KYOTO

Kyoto Tea Farm Tour, Tasting, and Lunch in Scenic Wazuka

Visit the town of Wazuka-cho, recognized as a Scenic Property of Kyoto Prefecture. Producing nearly half Kyoto’s tea, at Wazuka-cho, you can tour the farm and factory, have a tasty lunch featuring tea soba, and join a tasting with 9 types of tea.

from¥15,400
(13)
Regional food
Food Tours
KYOTO

Private Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Sweets Experience

A Japanese cultural practice that originated in Kyoto, take part in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony with a licensed tea ceremony instructor. Enjoy high-quality Kyoto matcha and intricate Japanese sweets, as you learn about tea ceremony etiquette.

from¥11,000
(18)
With dessert
Private Experience
Cooking Classes
KYOTO

Ramen Noodle Making Experience in Kyoto

If ramen noodles aren’t accessible in your home country, how about learning how to make it from scratch? At a ramen shop in Kyoto’s historic Gion district, you’ll mix, roll and cut your dough.

from¥5,000
(64)
Has a gift
Private Experience
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Private Tokyo Sushi-Making Class at 100-Year-Old Sushi Bar

Learn the traditional art of sushi-making at a 100-year old restaurant in Tokyo! Enjoy a hands-on class with a sushi industry professional, learning two methods of shaping sushi: kotegaeshi and tategaeshi.

from¥8,500
(38)
Private Experience
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Sushi Making Class with Pro Chef in Tsukiji, Tokyo (Private)

Observe the chef’s knife work as they break down a whole mackerel to make sashimi, then it’s your turn to get hands-on! With the chef’s guidance, you’ll make one sushi roll and 8 pieces of nigiri, pairing it with real wasabi.

from¥12,780
(1)
Private Experience
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Food Tours
TOKYO

Harajuku Sweets & Street Food Tour With Shizuka Anderson

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.

from¥30,000
(28)
byFood Original
Food Tours
SHIZUOKA

Glamping Eco Tour with Mount Fuji Views

Unwind during a 2-day glamping experience at the foot of Mt. Fuji. You’ll harvest local veggies, enjoy a yakiniku BBQ, tour a sake brewery, and take a trek to the scenic waterfalls nearby, during this sustainable eco-tour.

from¥75,000
(1)
byFood Original
Private Experience
Dining Experiences
TOKYO

Wagyu Teppanyaki at Katsura: Tokyo Tower View Plan

Enjoy a fine dining experience with wagyu beef and seasonal ingredients in the luxurious Tokyo Prince Hotel teppanyaki grill. Bask in the scenic views of the Tokyo Tower skyline while sipping on bar drinks.

from¥27,756
(10)
Private Experience
Dining Experiences
KANAGAWA

Noh, Spirituality, and a Meal with the Gods at Afuri Shrine

Discover Noh, Japanese traditional performance art, and experience the spirituality of a pilgrimage to Afuri Shrine, complete with a meal shared with the gods.

from¥39,500
With dinner
Private Experience
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