Sashimi Food Tours(26)
Tsukiji Fish Market Tour with Breakfast
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!
Geisha Show & Lunch in Gion (Kyoto)
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.
Tuna Cutting Show with All-You-Can-Eat Fresh Tuna Sushi
See how these giant tuna are transformed from fish to sashimi! Groups will be taught different aspects of tuna preparation and history in Japan with unlimited food and drink and the opportunity for light audience participation.
Kuromon Market Food Tour: Flavors of Osaka
Experience the culture and flavors of Kuromon Market, an authentic Japanese food market in Osaka, Japan. Your local guides will help you navigate this bustling market and take you to try some incredible dishes!
Eat and Drink Like a Local in Ueno
Just outside of the restless Tokyo city center, there are bars, restaurants, and shops that are seldom frequented by tourists. During this tour, your guide will give you the opportunity to have an authentic and local experience in Ueno.
Back to Edo: Sensoji and Asakusa Food Tour
Centered on historic Asakusa, this tour covers Sensoji Temple (Tokyo’s oldest temple) and the neighboring Nakamise Shopping Street. Hear stories about the area from local guides and get insight into Japanese dining etiquette and food culture.
Nishio Matcha Tea Tour in Aichi: From Farm to Teahouse
Nishio City is Japan’s top producer of matcha. Here, don a traditional tea-picking outfit, see how matcha is processed from whole tea leaves, and use a stone mill to grind your own. Then immerse your senses in a tea ceremony with sweets.
Asakusa Bar Hopping Tour (Tokyo)
Join a bar-hopping tour and experience Asakusa like a local. A local guide will show you a side of Asakusa that most visitors do not get to experience. Enjoy food and drink while seeing a unique side of one of the most famous areas of Japan.
Kyoto’s Kitchen: Nishiki Market Food Tour With Hiroshi
Join Hiroshi–your adventurous guide–for an private tour of Nishiki Market in Kyoto! You’ll learn about the market’s history, tour the stalls, sample foods, learn how the famed tsukemono (pickles) are made, then toast with a shot of sake.
Fukuoka at Night: Izakaya Foods & Local Ramen in Hakata
Enjoy a fun night in one of Japan’s ramen capitals — Hakata in Fukuoka Prefecture! Make new friends over food and drinks at a local izakaya, then head to a hidden ramen spot that is loved by locals for a late night bowl.
Tsukiji Fish Market Breakfast Tour With Sashimi & Tamagoyaki
Fresh seafood for breakfast? Say no more. This morning tour of Tsukiji Fish Market might be the best way to start your day. Stroll around the market, check out the fresh seafood on display, and learn about the area from your English-speaking guide.
Sapporo Izakaya Hopping w/ Certified Sake Expert (Hokkaido)
Join a certified sake navigator and enthusiast foodie in an izakaya hopping experience tailored to your food preferences in Sapporo, Hokkaido! Enjoy good food with a friendly guide as you explore the gourmet scene of Japan’s northernmost capital.
Tsukiji Food Crawl: Japanese Street Food & Market Tour
Explore the famous Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo with a local guide! Try Japanese street food from various stalls and discover your new favorite treat while feasting on fresh sashimi, fried skewers, mochi, matcha ice cream, and more.
Nakameguro by Night - Izakaya Food Tour
Enjoy Nakameguro’s quaint yet lively nighttime vibes with an experienced tour guide and fellow foodie! While away the hours full of delicious nighttime food and drink at lantern-lit restaurants near the iconic Meguro River.
Hakata Food Tour: 7 Dishes & 4 Drinks at 4 Yatai Stalls
In this private yatai-hopping tour, enjoy dinner and drinks at up to four yatai food stalls in Nagahama and Neo-Nakasu, two distinctive yatai areas in Hakata, with a local expert foodie guide. Hotel pick-up and transportation by taxi are included!
Sea to Table: Bonito Auction, Cutting & Tasting in Ehime
Embark on a seafood adventure in Ehime! Watch a bonito fish landing & auction, learn how experts select premium fish, & then select one for yourself. Learn how to cut bonito with a professional chef, & then taste/compare different types of bonito.
Relaxing Stroll and Tasty Lunch with a Hakata Food Lover
Enjoy a stroll around Hakata, and enjoy a tasty lunch at a restaurant recommended by an experienced local foodie. The type of lunch can be chosen from any cuisine offered in Hakata. Hang out with a local, learn about the area, and enjoy great food!
Private Shimbashi Izakaya Tour With Sake Sommelier (Tokyo)
Spend the night as a Japanese salaryman! This private izakaya tour in Shimbashi will take you off the beaten path to local izakaya, teach you about Japanese food, drinking culture, & customs. Enjoy izakaya dishes, seafood, sake, & pork skewers.
Bike and Boat Tour of Asakusa, Tsukiji, and Fukagawa
Led by a bilingual guide, this adventurous tour takes you cycling through the backstreets of Asakusa, strolling through Tsukiji Fish Market, and cruising down the Sumida River on a boat, with a view of the stunning Tokyo skyline.
A Day in the Life of a Fisherman in Kumano (Mie Prefecture)
Learn all about Mie Prefecture's fishing culture by spending a typical working day with local fishermen in the Kumano region. Guests will dine upon the fresh catches of the day and taste the seafood that the prefecture is famous for.
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.
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.
Tuna Auction Tour & Breakfast in Nachi-Katsuura, Wakayama
Discover how experts assess the quality of fresh tuna at the Nachi-katsuura fishing port with explanations from a local guide. Then, taste that quality with a fresh sashimi breakfast including two types of tuna and a special swordfish.
Evening Food Tour of Nihonbashi w/ Drinks (Tokyo)
Embark on a food tour in Nihonbashi, a district near Ginza and Akihabara that is at the heart of Tokyo’s history. Led by a friendly local guide, you’ll enjoy dinner and drinks at three well-established restaurants in an evening you’ll never forget.
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.
Kagoshima Fish Market Morning Tour
Get off to an early start in this morning tour of Kagoshima Fish Market. Strap on rubber boots and experience a day in the life of fishmongers at this recently-renovated marketplace where auctioneers bid for the freshest seafood on sale.
Explore the World of Sashimi on Our Unique Food Tours
Embark on a culinary adventure like no other with our exclusive sashimi food tours, designed for foodies and culture enthusiasts alike. In Japan, sashimi is more than just a dish—it's a painstaking work of art that captures the essence of the ocean and the artisan's skillful touch. Sashimi, often simply presented raw fish, is meticulously sliced to highlight its texture, flavor, and freshness, making it a must-try experience for anyone visiting Japan.
Discover Authentic Sashimi Across Japan
Our sashimi food tours take you to some of the most revered culinary spots where you can witness the art of sashimi-making first-hand. From bustling fish markets to quaint, family-run eateries hidden away in local neighborhoods, each stop on the tour provides a taste of Japan's rich seafood culture. You’ll have the opportunity to try a wide variety of sashimi, from the ever-popular tuna and salmon to exotic offerings like uni (sea urchin) and fugu (pufferfish). Each slice tells a story of the region it comes from, the waters it was caught in, and the hands that prepared it.
Enhance Your Experience with Local Insights
Beyond just tasting exquisite sashimi, our tours offer deeper insights into the cultural significance and traditional techniques involved in sashimi preparation. Learn directly from sushi masters and local chefs who have honed their craft over decades. Understand the careful selection process of the freshest fish and the importance of knife skill and clean presentation. Our knowledgeable guides accompany you throughout the journey, ensuring you discover hidden culinary gems and local secrets not found in guidebooks. This is not just a tour; it's an immersion into Japanese culinary heritage.