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TOKYO

Toshimaya Shuzo Sake Brewery Tour

Unlock the secrets of Japanese sake during a visit to one of Tokyo’s oldest sake breweries. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the meticulous brewing process, enjoy a sake pairing, and learn about the history of this beloved national drink.
from ¥14,000
(4)
With sake
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Homemade Udon and Traditional Calligraphy Class in Tokyo

During this Japanese culture class in Tokyo, learn how to make the satisfyingly thick and chewy udon noodles from scratch, and use traditional Japanese calligraphy tools to write a kanji character of your choosing.
from ¥15,000
(3)
With recipe
Private Experience
Food Tours
TOKYO

Shinjuku Nightlife: Omoide Yokocho, Golden Gai, & Kabukicho

Eat and drink your way through Shinjuku–Tokyo’s renowned nightlife district–alongside an English-speaking Japanese guide. Discover hidden bars, local izakayas, make friends, and lifelong memories during this quintessential nightlife experience.
from ¥6,500
(3)
With sake
Cooking Classes
KAGAWA

Udon Master Class and Udon Tour in Kagawa with 1 Night Stay

Join a hands-on workshop in Kagawa and make a local style of udon from scratch. Stay overnight at a renovated guesthouse, and in the morning you’ll go for an udon-hopping tour, featuring restaurants that can’t be found in any guidebooks!
from ¥33,000
(4)
With dinner
Food Tours
TOKYO

Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market: Seafood, Japanese Knives, and Shrine

Embark on a walking tour of Tokyo’s famed Tsukiji Fish Market alongside an English-speaking guide! Feast on fresh seafood, hop around various food stalls, learn about the market’s history, engage with vendors, and make memories to last a lifetime.
from ¥15,000
(1)
Rain or shine
Food Tours
TOKYO

Traditional Tea Ceremony in Ginza

Experience the ancient ritual of a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in the heart of Ginza, Tokyo. Enjoy the calming atmosphere of the tea house while learning the intricacies of this time-honored practice and its spiritual significance.
from ¥3,500
(6)
Near station
Food Tours
TOKYO

Tsukiji Fish Market and Sushi Making Tour

An unforgettable tour for seafood lovers! Discover the wonders of the famous Tsukiji Outer Market, tasting samples of Japanese snacks and green teas. Then, dive into a hands-on sushi making class, taught by a professional chef.
from ¥18,000
(7)
No strollers
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka

Learn how to make soy-sauce based ramen during this cooking class in Osaka! Yoko, a certified food coordinator and licensed guide will teach you her recipe for this iconic dish, as well as how to make gyoza (pan-fried dumplings).
from ¥18,000
(2)
With dessert
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

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

Experience a taste of Japan with a home cooking class in Osaka! Join Katsuji, a 37-year industry veteran, for a tea ceremony, hands-on sushi & ramen making, a delightful meal, & a personalized keepsake to take home.
from ¥8,000
(7)
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

UNESCO Recognized Washoku Cooking Class

Learn how to make the UNESCO-recognized “washoku” (traditional Japanese cuisine) during a cooking class in central Tokyo! Learn the fundamentals of Japanese cooking while making 4 different dishes with an English-speaking culinary instructor.
from ¥12,000
(5)
Free drinks
Dining Experiences
TOKYO

High-End Omakase Tempura Course Meal at Tempura Ono

Expert tempura Japanese course menu by a world-class chef. A fine dining experience with a traditional fried tempura menu. Personalized luxurious omakase dinner. Famous VIP and overseas guests recommended organic washoku dining.
from ¥22,000
(5)
Dining Experiences
KYOTO

Gion Tour with Kaiseki Meal in Kyoto at Night

In the geisha district of Kyoto, join a local guide as you stroll the cobbled streets and take in the atmosphere and local history. After learning about Kyoto’s culture and the role of geisha, sit down to an elegant, multi-course kaiseki dinner.
from ¥30,500
(6)
With dessert
Food Tours
KYOTO

Private Tea Ceremony Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site

At a teahouse located next to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ryoan-ji, experience a private tea ceremony overlooking a Japanese garden. This immersive and restorative ritual will leave you feeling relaxed and zen.
from ¥14,000
(1)
Private Experience
Food Tours
KYOTO

Kyoto Izakaya & Street Food Adventure

Join Hiroshi–your spirited guide–for an izakaya, street food, & nightlife adventure in Kyoto! Explore key areas like the downtown district & Gion, visit local izakayas & drinking dens, & make lifelong memories along the way. Flexible itinerary!
from ¥10,000
(5)
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

Osaka-Style Kitchen: Sushi, Tamagoyaki, & Miso Soup

Join Saeko, a professional food stylist & recipe developer, for a home cooking class in Osaka! Learn how to make 3 types of sushi, tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelet), & miso soup. Enjoy your meal and take home an English-language recipe booklet.
from ¥9,000
(8)
With dessert
Food Tours
TOKYO

Backstreets of Tokyo Private Bike Tour

Cycling around Asakusa, Tokyo’s historic district, you’ll explore temples, alleyways, and shopping streets, while tasting succulent street food. Learn about the hidden gems and dive deeper into this popular tourist area with a local guide.
from ¥11,000
(2)
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Temari & Maki Sushi Making Class in Asakusa (Tokyo)

Make sushi in Tokyo’s Asakusa district! Learn how to make temari (bite-sized sushi balls) and maki (hand-rolled sushi) with professional English-speaking hosts while learning about Japanese cooking traditions and the history of Asakusa along the way.
from ¥8,500
(5)
Regional food
Dining Experiences
TOKYO

(ONLINE) Mindful Eating: Zen Experience to Enrich Your Life

Appreciate the present moment, experiencing food on a deeper level during a mindful eating session. Introducing a practice of Japanese Zen Buddhism that can enrich your everyday life, this online experience will bring you peaceful and joyful energy.
from ¥1,330
(5)
Private Experience
Food Tours
FUKUOKA

Fukuoka After Dark: Bar Hopping and Street Food Adventure

Discover Fukuoka after dark for a bar hopping and street food adventure that you'll want to write home about! Gain exclusive access to hidden watering holes and take in the city's nightlife scene alongside a colorful host.
from ¥12,100
(3)
Nomihoudai
Private Experience
Food Tours
TOKYO

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.
from ¥16,470
(3)
Food Tours
OSAKA

Half Pint Craft Beer Tour in Osaka

Guided by a certified craft beer server, hop between craft beer bars in downtown Osaka. Learn about the new and innovative brew culture that’s bubbling up in Osaka, while you sip half-pints of domestic beer at each location.
from ¥7,000
(2)
Free drinks
Dining Experiences
TOKYO

Takoyaki Dinner Party w/ Unlimited Drinks in Shinjuku, Tokyo

Have an all-you-can-drink takoyaki party with local Japanese people! Learn about Japanese culture while grilling up the classic party food, takoyaki. The perfect opportunity to experience a Japanese nomikai party!
from ¥8,750
(1)
Near station
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Sushi Making Class in Tokyo at a Michelin-Starred Restaurant

At a Michelin-starred sushi restaurant in Tokyo, learn from a seasoned sushi master during a hands-on cooking class. You’ll use professional sushi chef’s knives to prepare the fish and make 3 types of sushi: rolled sushi, nigiri, and gunkanmaki.
from ¥30,000
(2)
byFood Original
Private Experience
Food Tours
KYOTO

Kyoto Tea Town Tour for Matcha Lovers

Come to Uji, Kyoto–the birthplace of tea in Japan–for a hands-on tea experience. Grind tea leaves, whisk your own bowl of matcha, attend an authentic tea ceremony at a beautiful tea house, and indulge in a meal of tea soba and matcha rice cakes.
from ¥14,000
(1)
Cooking Classes
HIROSHIMA

Okonomiyaki Cooking Class at Hiroshima Station

There’s no better place to learn how to make okonomiyaki than Hiroshima, the birthplace of the dish. At the Otafuku okonomiyaki sauce studio, join this cooking class and make a savory pancake using your favorite toppings and mix-ins!
from ¥6,600
(2)
Dining Experiences
TOKYO

Tokyo Omakase Sushi Experience with Personal Chef

The spirit of “omotenashi” (hospitality) is alive at this upscale sushi restaurant in Tokyo. During this private omakase meal, you’ll leave all the menu decisions up to the chef, for an unforgettably luxurious sushi dining experience.
from ¥25,000
(1)
Personal chef
Cooking Classes
KYOTO

Kyoto Decorative Sushi Cooking Class

Learn how to make creative decorative sushi rolls called “kazarimaki” at your cooking teacher’s traditional Japanese-style home in Kyoto. Using plant-based ingredients, these colorful sushi rolls are vegetarian and vegan-friendly.
from ¥6,600
(2)
With recipe
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Sushi-Making Experience in Tokyo (Cooking Class in Asakusa)

Make authentic Japanese sushi from scratch at a cooking class in Asakusa, a historic district in Tokyo! Your expert hosts will guide you from rice to roll, teaching you about the history and culture surrounding sushi and the famed Asakusa district.
from ¥13,000
(4)
Regional food
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Sahori was an exceptional guide for our ramen cooking experience. My 12 year old son and 10 year old daughter had a blast donning Japanese aprons and getting behind the fire in a top notch noodle shop. The chef was able to walk the children through the process and shared the story behind the delicious recipe passed down through generations. Would recommend will for any family traveling with kids or adults looking for a great experience following by superb food.
Yun Kipnis
March 29, 2024
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Ramen Shop Kitchen Experience
Cooking Classes
Our guide, Eduardo was really great! We had so much fun and tasted so many local dishes that we hadn’t tried. We had sweets for the kids and adults, tried food at different restaurants with sake and drinks and Eduardo gave us some history on the Gion and Pontocho districts as well as so much information about Kyoto that was really interesting. He was an excellent guide and I highly recommend this tour. Thanks Eduardo!
AuBuchon
March 29, 2024
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Evening in Kyoto Pontocho Food Tour
Food Tours
Incredible experience! Food is great, the explanations and demonstrations about sumo is fascinating, and getting to try it yourself is such a memorable experience!
Alex Mathew
March 28, 2024
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Sumo Wrestler Challenge and Lunch in Tokyo
Dining Experiences
It was a really lovely and cultural experience. We loved getting to wear traditional kimonos. It was fun to make our own Japanese dessert and tea. Great experience overall.
Bryan Bollingmo
March 28, 2024
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Table-Style Tea Ceremony at a 100-Year-Old Machiya in Kyoto
Food Tours
Enjoyed the experience but it felt very cramped with 7 people in a small space.
KERRY Jane STEWART
March 28, 2024
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Traditional Tea Ceremony in Ginza
Food Tours

Find The Top Gourmet Experiences in Japan

At byFood, we believe that one of the best ways to experience Japanese culture is to dive in with your chopsticks! Food is a universal human experience, something that people from all walks of life can talk about with joy and fond memories. While some might associate the smell of freshly-baked chocolate chip cookies with Christmas, the Japanese might be reminded of Japanese New Year by the smell of sweet red beans and toasted mochi. Japanese food is inextricably linked to culture and history, and it’s the celebration of these traditions that make each culture unique.

On a trip to Japan, you’ll likely plan to visit temples and shrines, Japanese parks and gardens, amusement parks and shopping districts. These areas are packed with tourists, and you could probably go back to your country without even speaking with a Japanese person, without feeling in touch with the culture at all. That’s why byFood offers hands-on, immersive food experiences in Japan with local guides, such as food tours, cooking classes, tastings, and dining experiences.

During a food tour in Japan, you can learn about the food scene in a particular area by visiting several different Japanese restaurants and establishments, or touring one place in-depth. This might be a tour of a specific neighborhood, shopping street, or market such as a fish market. Food tours also include bar hopping experiences and bike tours in Japan, which get your heart pumping as you burn off the calories from your meals (or your drinks!).

ByFood also offers cooking classes in Japan, which are hands on cooking experiences that vary in intensity. While there are many cooking classes suitable for home cooks and children, there are also intensive courses with lessons that take place over several days and offer a certificate of completion. Cooking classes can take place in cooking studios, restaurants, or homes.

Dining experiences are sit-down food and drink experiences that include experiential dining experiences like intimate dinners with a personal chef, creative themed restaurants, casual dining experiences at little eateries and izakayas, and home dining with locals.

Our food experiences also include tastings in Japan, which allow you to try different varieties of a beverage, such as tea and sake, with a local guide. You can enjoy everything from sake tastings to beer tastings to whisky tastings during a byFood tasting experiences, but it isn’t limited to just alcoholic drinks. There are also dashi and tea tastings available. The category also includes tours of breweries and distilleries that culminate in a tasting.

Whether you’re visiting Japan for the first time or the tenth, there are always new things to be discovered! Browse food experiences in Japan on byFood and find your perfect food tour, cooking class, dining experience, or tasting.