Dining Experiences

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Dining Experiences

Experiences

Kobe Beef and Cultural City Experience in Kobe

In Kobe City, take a walking tour around the area, visiting the area’s oldest shrine and joining a meditation session. Then, taste the region’s renowned Kobe beef – succulent and tender – at one of Kobe’s most popular teppanyaki restaurants.

from ¥22,000

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MIYAGI

Suzume Odori Dance Class and Local Izakaya Dinner

During a private dance class, learn the Sparrow Dance (“Suzume Odori”) with a veteran dancer and find out about the local Aoba Festival. For the after-party, tuck into an izakaya-style dinner, and enjoy 3 types of sake paired with regional dishes.

from ¥14,800

With dinner

Dining Experiences

TOKYO

Michelin-Starred Omakase in Tokyo at Takumi Sushi Owana

At a highly-regarded Michelin-starred sushi restaurant in Tokyo, experience a once-in-a-lifetime meal, headed by Chef Kenji Oana. Carefully selected domestic ingredients, calming and minimalist aesthetics, and exceptionalist craftsmanship await.

from ¥32,360

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GIFU

Nagara River Boating and Banquet with Geisha Experience

Cruising down the Nagara River in Gifu, enjoy a banquet with Japanese sake and live performances by geisha. The meal spotlights seasonal ingredients and local fish, which you can see being caught using the ancient method of cormorant fishing.

from ¥27,985

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TOKYO

Fermented Squid, Snacks & Sake Tasting with Sake Sommelier

At this creative izakaya in Tokyo, enjoy a sake tasting with the chef and certified sommelier alongside classic Japanese snacks, and see how “ika no shiokara” is made—a Japanese dish that may be considered adventurous by foreign standards.

from ¥7,000

With sake

Dining Experiences

TOKYO

Banquet and Traditional Geisha Performance in Tokyo

In the lovely company of two talented geisha, enjoy a Japanese feast at a teahouse in Tokyo. Trained in traditional Japanese dance and music, geisha are professional artisans and warm hosts who are ready to share their culture and knowledge.

from ¥16,347

Learn etiquette

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HOKKAIDO

Traditional Cherry Blossom Viewing Picnic in Tokachi

Socialize and barbecue underneath beautiful blooming cherry trees and embrace this rare chance to enjoy one of Japan’s most famous spring events without the hassle of lugging equipment and cleaning up.

from ¥5,000

Dining Experiences

HYOGO

Seasonal Awajishima Produce and Sake Pairing Course

Enjoy aged spirits, cocktails, nihonshu, sake, vintage umeshu plum wine, shochu and more in a unique bar setting. Course menu of local vegetables and pork, featuring famous Awajima cuisine. Featuring a chef tasting and sake pairing dinner.

from ¥6,600

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KANAGAWA

Private Banquet Dinner with Geisha in Kamakura

In the company of two talented Japanese geisha, dine on a banquet-style feast at a 100-year-old teahouse in Kamakura. Soak in the traditional atmosphere, and witness a traditional Japanese dance performance with live music accompaniment.

from ¥87,180

Learn etiquette

Private Experience

Dining Experiences

TOKYO

All-You-Can-Drink Evening Dinner Cruise in Tokyo

Cruise around Tokyo enjoying the view as you feast on delicious Japanese foods and unlimited drinks during this evening dining experience on a boat.

from ¥13,000

Nomihoudai

Dining Experiences

SHIMANE

Temple Walk and Buddhist Cuisine Experience in Shimane

At a designated national Cultural Property, explore the grounds of a temple in Shimane. Then, at a restaurant specializing in Shojin Ryori, the vegetarian Buddhist cuisine, experience a sumptuous feast of vegetables, grains, seaweed, rice, and tofu.

from ¥3,300

Private Experience

Dining Experiences

GIFU

Ayu Sweetfish Regional Dining Experience in Gifu

This nine-course meal features ayu sweetfish, the product of the 1300-year old practice of cormorant fishing. Unique to the waters that flow through Gifu, the versatile fish is prepared as sushi, charcoal-grilled, fried into tempura, and more!

from ¥12,950

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Find The Unique Dining Experiences in Japan

The Japanese cuisine is immensely diverse, encompassing a huge range of cuisines based on the region, occasion, and season. There’s kaiseki ryori or kaiseki cuisine, the traditional Japanese multi-course meal; and shojin ryori, the humble Buddhist vegetarian fare. Dining experiences in Japan also vary by region, with each prefecture being home to its own specialty dishes and ingredients. In rural Japan, you may find fresh local produce prepared simply, while you may also find a variety of themed dining experiences in Japan, in urban areas like Tokyo and Osaka.

From intimate meals cooked by your own personal chef to dinner-and-a-show and farm-to-table meals, byFood has a wide range of dining experiences in Japan. Food is a gateway into culture, and a wonderful way to connect with people and learn. And who better to learn from than chefs and locals? From gluten-free dining experiences to vegan dining experiences, byFood has it all. So even if you’re plant-based, halal, kosher, or have a gluten allergy in Japan, you can still find delicious culinary experiences that suit your diet. Groups, couples, and solo travelers, can all experience Japanese culture through food.

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