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TOKYO

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.

from¥9,500
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

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.

from¥12,000
Food Tours
TOKYO

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.

from¥12,800
Cooking Classes
OITA

Kyushu Cooking Class: Make Beppu’s Noodle Soup (Dango Jiru)

In this cozy private cooking class, you’ll learn to make dango jiru, Oita’s comfort noodle soup, under the guidance of locals. You can also opt to make ramen noodles or onigiri (rice balls) with miso soup instead, and enjoy your hearty meal together.

from¥7,000
Rain or shine
Food Tours
HIROSHIMA

Tea Ceremony in a 100-Year-Old Hiroshima Confectionery Shop

Only 5 minutes’ walk from the Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome, step into a confectionery shop with a history spanning over 100 years for a table-style tea ceremony. You’ll also whisk your own tea and taste traditional sweets.

from¥5,000
With matcha
Cooking Classes
KYOTO

Kyoto-Style Sushi Making Class in a Traditional Restaurant

Step into a sushi restaurant near Nijo Castle and the Kyoto Gyoen National Garden for a class on traditional sushi. You’ll craft a chirashizushi bowl and make oshizushi (pressed sushi) under expert guidance and enjoy a delicious meal.

from¥8,800
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

Osaka Breakfast-Making Class: Japanese Onigiri & Miso Soup

Put on your apron and create your own onigiri and miso soup, two of Japan’s beloved breakfast and all-day snacks, in a cozy home kitchen in Namba using an original recipe. Gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options are available.

from¥7,000
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

Osaka Home Party: Hot Pot Cooking Class Near Namba

Discover why Japanese hot pot is one of the most comforting communal dishes in Japan with this fun-filled, family-friendly experience near Namba. In a cozy home party setting, you'll learn to make nabe using an original recipe with your host.

from¥12,000
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

Vegan & Halal Cooking in Osaka: Make a Ichiju Sansai Meal

Healthy, balanced, and delicious Japanese cuisine made halal, vegan and vegetarian-friendly — delve into the essence of traditional cooking with the ichiju sansai meal structure in this welcoming Osaka cooking class in Namba.

from¥15,000
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

Osaka Temaki Sushi Making & Home Party Near Namba

Become a skilled sushi maker in this hands-on temaki sushi experience. Personalize your creations with seven different fillings and enjoy them in a vibrant home-party setting with your host in their stylish Osaka kitchen.

from¥15,000
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

Osaka Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class (Vegan & Halal Options)

Join an immersive, customizable ramen cooking class in Osaka and uncover the secrets to crafting an umami-rich broth in this fun, hands-on workshop. Options for vegetarian, vegan, halal and Buddhist diets are available.

from¥15,000
Food Tours
OKINAWA

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.

from¥14,000
Tastings
TOKYO

10 Kinds of Matcha Tasting & Matcha-Making Session (Tokyo)

Deepen your understanding of matcha tea with a former tea farmer and matcha expert. Try eight kinds of tea from across Japan, each with different colors and aromas, learn the best way to whisk frothy matcha and enjoy matcha latte and sweets.

from¥8,800
Tea experience
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Bento Making Class in Tokyo: Prepare a Japanese Lunchbox

Master Japanese home cooking in this bento-making class in Tokyo where you can learn authentic karaage or soboro bento recipes from a local home cook. Take home your very own bento box, complete with chopsticks and a chopstick rest.

from¥18,000
Has a gift
Cooking Classes
HOKKAIDO

Hokkaido Cooking Masterclass with a Hunter Chef (Sapporo)

Let Chef Aoyama, a seasoned hunter from Hokkaido, guide you through some of the region’s iconic dishes in this Sapporo cooking class. Watch as he expertly prepares Yezo sika deer and rolled omelet, and make onigiri rice balls with local ingredients.

from¥15,000
Private Experience
Dining Experiences
OSAKA

Shizuoka Tea Farm & Samurai Culture Tour w/ Kaiseki Dining

This one-day exploration of Shizuoka takes you from tea farms to samurai residences to enjoy a tea ceremony and traditional art performances. Taste some of Japan’s finest teas and indulge in kaiseki dining, with all transportation included.

from¥280,000
Private Experience
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

Sushi & Tempura-Making Class w/ Tea Ceremony in Osaka

Learn from an industry pro in this home cooking class in Osaka. Experience a traditional tea ceremony, learn how to make sushi and tempura from scratch and enjoy your delicious creations before receiving a custom calligraphy art souvenir.

from¥13,000
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Private Vegetarian & Gluten-Free Cooking Class in Tokyo

Learn how to cook traditional home-cooked Japanese dishes with vegetarian and gluten-free modifications in this home cooking class in Tokyo. Pick from a menu of dishes like onigiri and gyoza to build your balanced Japanese set meal.

from¥11,000
Private Experience
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Sushi Roll & Gyoza Cooking Class with Tokyo English Teacher

Learn how to make two of Japan’s most iconic foods — sushi rolls and gyoza — at this cooking class in Tokyo’s Jimbocho Book Town neighborhood, guided by an instructor with more than 20 years of experience teaching English.

from¥10,000
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Japanese Breakfast Cooking Class with Tokyo English Teacher

Learn to make a classic Japanese breakfast guided by an instructor with 20 years of experience teaching English in high school. You’ll prepare onigiri rice balls, grilled seasonal fish and more staples in a cozy kitchen in Tokyo’s Jimbocho Book Town

from¥8,000
Cooking Classes
KANAGAWA

Tempura Class in Ninomiya (Near Mt. Fuji)

Crunchy and delicious, make crispy tempura in this family-friendly class in Ninomiya, near Mt Fuji, Hakone and Izu. Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan tempura options are available!

from¥6,000
Food Tours
HYOGO

Shioya Food Tour in a Local Fishing Town

On this tour, your guide will introduce her hometown, a fishing village in Kochi that’s sandwiched between mountain and sea. Explore the harbor, sample nori (dried seaweed paper), and snack your way through a local market!

from¥12,000
Dining Experiences
KAGOSHIMA

A Thrilling Meal! Vegan Lunch Cruise Near Active Volcano

Experience mother nature’s beauty and power with a cruise tour around Kagoshima’s iconic active volcano, Sakurajima! While on the 3-hour tour, enjoy the tastes of Kagoshima through a delicious, plant-based meal and tea.

from¥21,333
Food Tours
TOKYO

Nakameguro Afternoon Food Stroll: Chic and Unique

Take a day tour around quaint Nakameguro with an experienced tour guide! Visit several lovely boutiques and delicious snack shops, and sit down for a lovely lunch at a chic local restaurant.

from¥31,900
Free drinks
Dining Experiences
SHIGA

Local Artisans, Japanese Food, & Walking Tour in Shiga

Take a nature, history, & culture lover experience through Samegai-juku & Kaminyu in the picturesque Shiga Prefecture (near Kyoto)! Tour mountain villages, enjoy local cuisine, engage with artisans, & get your steps in on this guided walking tour.

from¥16,000
With lunch
Private Experience
Tastings
NAGANO

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.

from¥22,000
Food Tours
TOKYO

Tsukiji Beyond Fish: Outer Market Guided Tour w/ Snacks

In this small group guided tour of Tsukiji Market, stroll through the bustling food stalls and explore the market alleyways guided by a local guide. Enjoy delicious seafood, wagyu and other classic Japanese snacks like tamagoyaki rolled omelet.

from¥8,000
Near station
Food Tours
SHIZUOKA

Flavors of Mt. Fuji Food Tour with Shinkansen Bullet Train

In the foothills of Mt. Fuji, this food tour will introduce you to the delights of Shizuoka. Visit cultural sites like Fujisan Sengen Shrine and 6 food stops, including an 80-year-old soba restaurant and a sweets shop with handmade confections.

from¥62,000
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Lovely experience with David in Okutama, he’s extremely knowledgeable about wasabi and the local area. I highly recommend this to anyone who would like to learn more about wasabi or the Okutama area.
Stephen gock
November 22, 2024
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Wasabi Farm Tour in Okutama, Tokyo
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This was a great experience and well worth the 30 minute train journey from central Tokyo. We were met at the station and shown around the local food market before we went to cook. She had some pre-prepared items which required pickling or seasoning for a few days, so that we could have the full bento box making experience. It was an exceptional lesson, with some good information about the history of bento including as a side. Overall, it was a friendly, communal cooling experience, with some excellent food.
Hjalmar Sinke
November 22, 2024
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Traditional Bento Making Class in Kichijoji (Tokyo)
Cooking Classes
We had the pleasure of Hiro giving us a tour of the Nishiki Market. Unfortunately we had a tight schedule and Hiro went out of his way to accommodate our timeline. Not only did we learn so much about local cuisine we were also provided several suggestions on tips on other things to do in the area. Hiro is very interesting and a great conversationalist. We will definitely take his evening tour next time we are in Japan. Thanks Again Hiro.
Collease McDougal
November 21, 2024
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Kyoto’s Kitchen: Nishiki Market Food Tour With Hiroshi
Food Tours
Akito is very knowledgeable and professional. He showed us a local farm and explained the leaf picking process. At the factory, he explained the tea production process. We tasted tea prepared different ways, and we gained understanding of what made the teas so different. It was a very educational and enjoyable tour. The view from the mountain was incredible!
Ana Garcia
November 20, 2024
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Shizuoka Tea Farm Tour with Factory Visit and Tea Tasting
Food Tours
Despite the rainy and foggy weather, Akito-san was capable to light up our day! He picked us up at the station and let us have a small tour of the tea plantation (we just discovered the Camelia plants bloom in November!) explaining all the details of the harvesting (timing, methods, etc). Later we had a tea tasting session right inside the farm were the tea leaves are dried and rolled. Akito-san explained every detail from the tea refinement process to the chemical composition and how it might influence the taste. The very informal environment made us feel like home and it was such an amazing experience thanks to our host kindness and availability. Akito-san is very knowledgeable and definitely an expert in the tea sector: he was able to answer any question we might have (and we had many...thanks for the patience!). I won’t go in the details to avoid spoilers, but everything was both delicious and interesting. If you’re into tea (or just into exploring and learning), take this opportunity to discover this remote location and what the (japanese) tea actually is. We are tea lovers and we already knew more than a thing, but it turned out that we were missing huge pieces of the picture. Totally worth the money; the landscapes, the information and the tastes will be an highlight of our 3-weeks trip. Note: Akito-san definitely speaks a very good English!
Claudia Coletta
November 20, 2024
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Shizuoka Tea Farm Tour with Factory Visit and Tea Tasting
Food Tours

Discover the Best Vegetarian Food Experiences

Are you a vegetarian searching for delicious and unique food experiences? Look no further! Japan, a country famed for its culinary brilliance, offers a plethora of vegetarian food options that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. From traditional dishes to innovative creations, there's something here for every vegetarian food lover. Join us as we explore some of the best vegetarian food experiences that Japan has to offer.

Traditional Vegetarian Delights

Japan’s rich culinary culture offers an array of vegetarian delights, many of which are steeped in tradition. A cornerstone of Japanese vegetarian cuisine is Shojin Ryori, a type of Buddhist cuisine developed by monks. This dining experience is not only meat-free but also free of strong flavors such as garlic and chives to maintain a pure taste. Shojin Ryori is centered around natural ingredients, seasonal vegetables, tofu, and rice, making it a wholesome and spiritual dining experience.

Another staple in Japanese vegetarian options is Tempura, which has a variety of vegetables like sweet potatoes, mushrooms, and bell peppers dipped in a light batter and fried till golden and crispy. Served with a delicate dipping sauce, vegetarian tempura provides a perfect blend of textures and flavors.

Sushi lovers can indulge in vegetarian varieties of this classic Japanese dish. Options range from simple cucumber rolls and avocado rolls to more elaborate creations featuring pickled vegetables, and even faux seafood made from plant-based ingredients.

Modern Vegetarian Innovations

Contemporary chefs in Japan are pushing the boundaries of vegetarian cuisine with innovative dishes that appeal to both locals and tourists alike. There is a burgeoning trend of using plant-based substitutes to create vegetarian-friendly versions of traditionally meat-based dishes. Popular options include vegetarian ramen, where the broth is made from vegetables or seaweed, topped with an array of fungi and vegetables.

Bento boxes have also evolved with vegetarian-friendly choices. These beautifully arranged meals offer a balanced combination of grains, proteins, and vegetables, typically including items such as grilled tofu, seasonal salads, and vegetable tempura.

Cooking Classes and Culinary Tours

For those who want to dive deeper into Japanese vegetarian cuisine, participating in a cooking class or culinary tour can be an enriching experience. Experienced chefs offer classes where you can learn to make traditional vegetarian dishes such as fresh sushi rolls, tasty tempura, or a complete Shojin Ryori meal. Culinary tours also offer a unique perspective, often guiding you through local markets where you can sample fresh produce and try out vegetarian street food.

With these varied and delicious options, Japan proves to be a perfect destination for vegetarian food enthusiasts. Whether you are indulging in traditional Japanese meals or exploring modern vegetarian innovations, your taste buds will be delighted with the incredible flavors and textures inherent in Japanese vegetarian cuisine.

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