Vegetarian Wagashi Food Tours(14)
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!
Shizuoka Tea Farm Tour with Factory Visit and Tea Tasting
Stroll through lush green fields, experience tea leaf picking, enjoy a Japanese tea tasting, visit a tea factory, and more!
Osu Street Food Tour in Nagoya
Explore Nagoya’s Osu Kannon Temple and Osu Shopping Street, learning about the area’s history and cultural traditions from a local tour guide. Stop by 5 street food stalls for some tasty local bites, and even draw your omikuji fortune at the temple!
Hiroshima Hike: Mountaintop Tea Ceremony & Shrines
Embark on a nature lover's dream in Hiroshima with a breathtaking mountaintop tea ceremony & hike! Ascend Mt. Futaba, bask in the forest air, sip on matcha tea with a breathtaking city view, & explore ancient shrines with passionate guides.
Downtown Osaka Foodie Bike Tour
Breeze your way through Osaka’s colorful streets, exploring local neighborhoods and sampling unique foods along the way in this customizable bicycle tour with an English-speaking guide that will be designed according to your preferences.
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.
Kyoto Matcha Green Tea Tour in Uji with Lunch
Calling all matcha lovers! Uji, Kyoto is famed for its high-quality green tea. Tour the tea-making district, enjoy a tasting of various matcha teas, enjoy tea-flavored ice cream and wagashi sweets, and have a lunch of traditional Japanese dishes.
Flavors of Japan Food Tour with Wagashi
This Tokyo food tour features 8 stops, showcasing the variety of Japan’s regional and seasonal foods. From the oldest and most expensive fruit store in Japan to a handmade Japanese sweets shop, you’ll witness the diversity of Japanese food culture.
Sugamo, Tokyo: Jizo Dori Shopping Street Food & Culture Tour
Immerse yourself in the retro atmosphere of Sugamo, a laidback area near Ikebukuro in Tokyo. Stroll Jizo Dori Shopping Street with a local guide and savor snacks and sweets at local shops and explore shrines and temples like Koganji Temple.
Vegan Ginza Tour
Explore the vegan scene in glitzy Ginza! Join us for an exclusive, 4-hour walking tour featuring traditional Japanese sweets, a tasty plant-based ramen, and more. Perfect for vegans, friends of vegans, or anyone who wants to try something new!
Tsukiji & Asakusa: Tokyo Culinary & Cultural Walking Tour
Explore two of Tokyo’s vibrant food scenes on our delectable culinary tour in Tsukiji and Asakusa! Sample the freshest sushi at Tsukiji Outer Market, then savor the traditional flavors and street foods of Asakusa, Tokyo’s most historic neighborhood.
Yanaka Food Tour, Bento-Making & Cultural Workshop (Tokyo)
Discover Yanaka, a Tokyo gem near Nippori and Ueno, in this unique experience led by locals. On this day tour, you’ll explore the area, visit Nezu Shrine and Yanaka Ginza, try local snacks, make your own lunch and take part in a cultural workshop.
Sweet Vegan Asakusa Dessert Tour
Looking for a vegan food tour in Tokyo? This dessert tour in Asakusa, Tokyo’s historic district, features four different Japanese treats that are 100% plant-based. Learn all about traditional wagashi (Japanese sweets), from an English-speaking guide.
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.

Explore the Delicate Art of Wagashi
Embark on a culinary journey that unveils the intricate and colorful world of Wagashi, traditional Japanese sweets that are as delightful to the palette as they are to the eye. These exquisite confections are deeply rooted in Japan's cultural heritage and artistic expression. By joining our guided tours, you'll dive into this sweet world where every delectable piece tells a story of artistry, seasonality, and taste. You'll visit artisanal Wagashi makers and learn about the different techniques and ingredients used to craft these mouthwatering treats. Whether it's mochi, daifuku, or manju, each Wagashi offers a unique tasting experience that's quintessentially Japanese.
The beauty of Wagashi lies not only in its flavor but also in its form, which often reflects the changing seasons and cultural motifs. On these tours, you'll gain a hands-on appreciation of how these elements combine to produce sweets that look like tiny edible works of art. This is not just a feast for the taste buds but also an exploration of Japanese aesthetics and mindfulness ingrained in every delicate bite.
Vegetarian-Friendly Experiences
For vegetarian travelers, discovering suitable culinary options can sometimes be a challenge. Our Vegetarian Wagashi Food Tours are crafted with this in mind, ensuring that you can enjoy Japanese cuisine without compromising your dietary preferences. Each Wagashi experience on this tour is carefully curated to exclude animal products, focusing instead on plant-based ingredients while preserving the authentic flavors of traditional Japanese desserts. Indulge in treats made from sweet beans, fruits, and rice flour, creating a diverse array of flavors and textures.
Our tours provide insight into how Japan's reverence for nature and seasonality is reflected in its vegetarian options. You’ll visit esteemed sweet makers who specialize in crafting vegan Wagashi, providing you with an authentic taste of Japanese hospitality and culinary excellence. This journey allows you to savor the delicate balance of flavors that Wagashi is known for, such as the sweetness of red bean paste harmonized with the subtle bitterness of matcha.
Unforgettable Food Tour Adventures
Join a voyage that takes you through charming streets lined with Wagashi shops and friendly vendors eager to share stories and histories behind their creations. These tours not only offer a taste of delightful sweets but also connect you with the stories intertwined with each bite of Wagashi. From the bustling cities to serene suburban areas, each tour is a comprehensive exploration of the locales that keep traditional sweet-making alive.
Our Food Tours provide a perfect balance of guided exploration and personal discovery, allowing you the freedom to wander, taste, and find new favorite desserts. Moreover, these tours ensure that every location you visit is attentive to vegetarian needs, ensuring that your culinary adventures are both inclusive and memorable. Enjoy the expertise of local guides who are passionate about sharing the cultural significance of Wagashi and uncover hidden gems that you might otherwise miss.
Whether you are a dessert lover, a cultural enthusiast, or simply looking for a unique vegetarian-friendly experience in Japan, our Vegetarian Wagashi Food Tours offer an unforgettable taste of Japanese tradition. Indulge your senses and appreciate the intricate craftsmanship behind one of Japan's most beloved cultural treasures.