Hyogo Food Experiences(9)
Kobe: Sake Tasting Tour at Local Breweries
Explore Kobe's sake paradise! Visit Nada, Kobe, for exceptional sake. Guided by a sake-loving expert, you’ll taste over 12 types of sake and visit some of the best breweries, learning about customs, history, and brewing techniques.
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.
1-Day Kobe Highlights Tour w/ Sake Tasting & Kobe Beef
Spend the day exploring the best of Kobe on this walking tour! Glide up a ropeway, visit a herb garden, explore a carpentry museum, enjoy a Kobe beef lunch, slow down at a shrine, & then sample sake at a distillery.
Seasonal Awaji Island Produce and Sake Pairing Course
Enjoy aged spirits, cocktails, nihonshu, sake, vintage umeshu plum wine, shochu and more in a unique bar setting, and indulge in a course menu of local vegetables and pork in this sake pairing dinner featuring famous Awaji Island cuisine.
Kobe Cooking Class: Make Tempura & Udon Noodles
While in Kobe, learn how to make two classic Japanese dishes, udon noodles and tempura fritters, and enjoy both in a delicious tempura udon lunch with a friendly local in their home kitchen.
Kobe Home Cooking: Ramen & Gyoza Cooking Class
Master two classic Japanese dishes — ramen and gyoza — in this home cooking class in Kobe. A local host will welcome you to her home kitchen, where you’ll make classic shoyu ramen paired with crispy gyoza filled with vegetables, pork and meat.
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!
Make Sushi With a Professional Chef in Hyogo
Make sushi with a professional chef in Hyogo! Join Keitaro Yamaguchi as he teaches you the fundamentals of making nigiri sushi using high-quality ingredients (seafood, meats, cooked foods, vegetables). After the class, enjoy your handmade sushi.
Sushi Making Class in Kobe: Home Cooking in a Cozy Home
Right at the kitchen counter of a friendly local’s home in Kobe, learn the secrets to make colorful and delicious makizushi rolls. Then, complete your meal with miso soup and enjoy your meal together while you learn more about daily life in Kobe.
Discover the Culinary Delights of Hyogo
Embark on a culinary journey through Hyogo, where food experiences are as diverse and captivating as the landscapes themselves. Known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty, Hyogo offers an incredible variety of food experiences that cater to all tastes and preferences. Whether you are a fan of traditional Japanese cuisine or looking to explore modern culinary trends, Hyogo has something unique to offer. From the iconic Kobe beef to fresh seafood delicacies, this region promises an unforgettable gastronomic adventure.
Iconic Hyogo Delicacies You Must Try
One of the most renowned food experiences in Hyogo is tasting the world-famous Kobe beef. Raised in the region's idyllic pastures, this beef is celebrated for its flavor and tenderness. Enjoy it grilled to perfection or in a hotpot for an authentic experience. Additionally, Hyogo is home to traditional sake breweries. Participate in a sake tasting tour to savor some of the finest brews created using time-honored methods. If seafood is more to your taste, head to the coast to enjoy fresh catches like octopus and fugu (pufferfish), prepared by expert chefs with a focus on quality and presentation.
Interactive Food Experiences to Elevate Your Visit
Beyond savoring delicious meals, Hyogo offers interactive food experiences that will enrich your knowledge and appreciation of Japanese cuisine. Join a cooking class to learn how to prepare traditional dishes such as soba or sushi under the guidance of seasoned chefs. These hands-on workshops not only teach you the techniques but also give insight into the cultural significance of the ingredients. Alternatively, immerse yourself in the vibrant food markets where you can sample a wide array of local produce, purchase unique ingredients, and interact with friendly vendors eager to share their stories and culinary tips.