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Discover the art of sushi making in this masterclass led by Chef Takahoshi Hiroshi at Sushi Hajime, a cozy underground sushi restaurant near Shibuya Station. After the class, enjoy a sushi lunch with sake, dessert and tea.

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Uncover the secrets of authentic Japanese ramen in this exclusive ramen-tasting & behind the scenes tour of the first ramen restaurant to receive a Michelin star, Japanese Soba Noodles Tsuta in Tokyo’s Shibuya District.

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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.

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Would you make a good sumo wrestler? Find out in this unique restaurant in Asakusa. Watch a Japanese dance performance and a sumo bout, eat a chanko nabe wrestler meal, and, if you’re brave, suit up and challenge a real sumo wrestler in the dohyo!

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See Shibuya, Tokyo Tower, Skytree, the Imperial Palace and more Tokyo landmarks from the sky! Enjoy a scenic helicopter ride and indulge in a luxurious private dinner with omakase sushi, kaiseki or French fusion cuisine. Transportation is included.

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.

In a modern Japanese home, learn how to make classic Japanese home cooked dishes including tempura, sushi, miso soup, and a spinach-sesame dish. Learn Japanese cooking techniques, like how to make and use dashi, and experience home life in Japan.

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Delicious and adorably presented bento are a treat for the eyes and the tastebuds. During this bento making class in Fukuoka, join your cooking instructor in their home kitchen, for an onigiri (rice ball) party!

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This cooking class will teach you all about “ichijiu-sansai,” the Japanese balanced approach to home cooking. A favorite dish among Japanese home cooks, make ginger pork alongside other dishes like vegetable tempura and miso soup.

Love abalone? This upscale kaiseki dining experience in Saga features a restaurant that specializes in this prized seafood, which can only be harvested by hand. Enjoy twelve seasonal Japanese dishes, with abalone as the star.

In Karatsu City, taste incredibly fresh, hand-harvested abalone and raw uni (sea urchin), sourced from the nearby Genkai Sea that borders Saga Prefecture. Revered as delicacies, appreciate the subtle taste of this premium seafood.

An old-school shopping street that’s a bit of a local secret, Sugamo is popular among the older demographic, but offers delights for all ages. From charming sweets shops to eclectic handicrafts, explore the “Harajuku for Old Ladies” on a guided tour!

Make a customized bowl of ramen in Kyoto with gluten-free, halal, pescetarian, vegetarian, and vegan options. Learn how to make the noodles from scratch and personalize the broth for a unique and delicious ramen experience.

No Tokyo tourist traps here! This tour covers the entertainment hotspot of Ikebukuro, the retro izakaya hub of Akabane, and the working-class Jujo district with a charming local shopping street. Come ready to fill up on pub foods and sake!

Ozawa Shuzo sake brewery is the perfect place to catch a breath of fresh air away from the bustle of the metropolis. Taste fine sakes made using crisp water that trickles down from the surrounding mountains, then enjoy a vegetarian lunch.

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Thick, chewy, and satisfying, udon noodles are endlessly slurpable. During this cooking class in Tokyo, you’ll learn to make these noodles from scratch alongside tempura, everyone’s favorite Japanese side dish, with your friendly host.

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Learn how to make kawaii character bentos during this cooking class in Tokyo! Create adorable animal motifs out of rice, seaweed, rolled omelets, sausages, and more. They’re almost too cute to eat!

Hot off the griddle, make the classic Japanese savory pancake during this cooking class in Tokyo! A fun, hands-on experience, you’ll learn from a seasoned cooking instructor, making kawaii inari sushi and egg-drop soup, topped off with dessert!

Make perfect parcels of vegetarian gyoza alongside a tasty plant-based ramen during this vegetarian cooking class in Tokyo! In a stunning cooking studio in upscale Minami-Aoyama, learn Japanese home cooking techniques with an experienced instructor.

In Tokyo’s upscale Minami-Aoyama, learn to make homemade udon alongside five types of tempura–all presented creatively in a kawaii udon bowl! Enjoy a fruit liquor, matcha tea, and a tasty teacake for dessert!

Learn how to make a well-balanced Japanese meal during this cooking class in Tokyo. “Ichijiu-sansai” is the typical Japanese meal layout consisting of 1 soup and 3 dishes. In addition to miso soup, you’ll make main dishes like karaage and tamagoyaki!

This cooking class in Tokyo amps up the “kawaii” factor to make decorative dumplings and ramen! In a spacious cooking studio, you’ll make the ramen soup and chashu (roast pork) topping from scratch, followed by a seasonal dessert and fruit liquor.

Feast your eyes on the cutest creative sushi rolls! This kawaii deco sushi cooking class in Tokyo will teach you how to make sushi featuring floral motifs, colorful veggies, and eye-catching patterns.

A work of art, learn how to make a kawaii deco plate composed of classic Japanese foods like yakisoba, tamagoyaki, and Japanese potato salad. It’s a balanced meal that’s just as adorable as it is delicious!

In historic Kyoto, renowned for its picturesque temples and shrines, learn how to make two types of sushi (sushi rolls and round temari-zushi) and the soup stock dashi, which forms the foundation of many Japanese dishes.

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Learn to make stunning, restaurant-worthy sushi, decorated with colorful vegetables, alongside miso soup, a side dish, and a tofu dish. This vegetarian cooking class also includes a seasonal dessert and fruit liquor or vinegar drink of your choice.

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!

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Come along with a certified cicerone (beer sommelier) and eat and drink your way through Japan, without ever leaving Tokyo!

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