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FUKUOKA

Hakata Food Tour: 7 Dishes & 4 Drinks at 4 Yatai Stalls

In this private yatai-hopping tour, enjoy dinner and drinks at up to four yatai food stalls in Nagahama and Neo-Nakasu, two distinctive yatai areas in Hakata, with a local expert foodie guide. Hotel pick-up and transportation by taxi are included!

from¥29,800
(3)
With Transport
Private Experience
Food Tours
TOKYO

Retro Shibuya Food Tour

The bustling entertainment and nightlife hub of Shibuya can be daunting to explore alone. With an in-the-know local guide, you’ll hit four local food stops on this retro Shibuya food tour, including an iconic ramen shop and a standing bar.

from¥24,300
(4)
With sake
Food Tours
HOKKAIDO

Sapporo Izakaya Hopping w/ Certified Sake Expert (Hokkaido)

Join a certified sake navigator and enthusiast foodie in an izakaya hopping experience tailored to your food preferences in Sapporo, Hokkaido! Enjoy good food with a friendly guide as you explore the gourmet scene of Japan’s northernmost capital.

from¥23,000
(1)
With sake
Food Tours
TOKYO

Nakameguro by Night - Izakaya Food Tour

Enjoy Nakameguro’s quaint yet lively nighttime vibes with an experienced tour guide and fellow foodie! While away the hours full of delicious nighttime food and drink at lantern-lit restaurants near the iconic Meguro River.

from¥37,900
Free drinks
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

Osaka Izakaya Foods Cooking Class w/ a Chef

In this cooking class in Osaka, chef Yuki draws from her experience working at a Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded izakaya restaurant to teach you how to make staple izakaya dishes. An option to enjoy three kinds of sake with your meal is available.

from¥14,000
(2)
Tastings
KANAGAWA

Sommelier-Guided Craft Beer and Regional Food Pairing

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

from¥12,000
(1)
Learn etiquette
Tastings
TOKYO

Tokyo Bars and Mixology with Whisky, Sake, and Food Pairings

Experience the best of Tokyo nightlife with an expert-guided tour of the bars of Shinbashi and Ginza. Learn about whisky, sake, and food pairings, as well as Japanese drinking etiquette and customs.

from¥35,200
(2)
With sake
Food Tours
TOKYO

Ueno Food Tour: Sushi, Ramen, Gyoza & Yakitori

Come hungry! In this food tour in bustling Ueno, you’ll enjoy a wide assortment of Japanese foods at four different restaurants near Ameyoko Street. Savor sushi, gyoza, yakitori, and ramen with a foodie expert guide.

from¥13,500
(1)
With green tea
Food Tours
TOKYO

Private Shimbashi Izakaya Tour With Sake Sommelier (Tokyo)

Spend the night as a Japanese salaryman! This private izakaya tour in Shimbashi will take you off the beaten path to local izakaya, teach you about Japanese food, drinking culture, & customs. Enjoy izakaya dishes, seafood, sake, & pork skewers.

from¥38,766
With Sake
Private Experience
Food Tours
TOKYO

Eat Like a Local: Food Tour of Ikebukuro, Akabane, and Jujo

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!

from¥19,800
Free drinks
Food Tours
TOKYO

Asakusa by Night: Bars and Culture

Take an enlightening tour through traditional Asakusa, walking through and learning about the history of each landmark. Finish the day by hopping between three distinct izakayas to wine and dine like the locals.

from¥19,800
With 3 drinks
Dining Experiences
TOKYO

Asakusa Live Music Performance with Dinner

Experience Asakusa from an observation deck, and take to the streets for a more intimate look at must-see spots like Sensoji. Finish the experience with a dinner accompanied by lovely live performances with traditional Japanese instruments!

from¥16,000
(1)
Rain or shine
Food Tours
TOKYO

Shinjuku Bar Hopping: Kabukicho, Omoide Yokocho & Golden Gai

This 3-hour private bar hopping tour in Shinjuku will take you to bars in Omoide Yokocho and Golden Gai, where you'll eat classic Japanese street foods, drink like the locals, and see popular landmarks like the Godzilla Head and Hanazono Shrine.

from¥22,000
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Japanese Home Cooking Survival Series in Tokyo, Jan-Apr 2021

Join your friendly host Mayuko in her home kitchen for an intensive Japanese home-cooking bootcamp. Over the course of 4 classes, she will teach you all about the traditional ingredients and techniques used in home kitchens across Japan.

from¥39,200
Learn etiquette
Food Tours
TOKYO

Izakaya Hopping in Kamata – Tokyo

Go izakaya hopping in Kamata, a neighborhood you won’t find in your typical Tokyo tourist guidebook. You’ll explore the local food streets, visit two izakayas, enjoy food & drinks at each stop, & wander down a local shopping street.

from¥16,800
Tastings
TOKYO

High-Quality Japanese Whisky Tasting in Shibuya

In this whisky tasting in Tokyo’s bustling Shibuya district, sip on 10 varieties of whisky from across Japan while learning about their flavors, history and background from a local whisky expert.

from¥12,300
Has a gift
Dining Experiences
TOKYO

Shibuya Night Tour: All-You-Can-Drink & Fishing Restaurant

Wander the neon-lit streets of Shibuya at night! Enjoy beef hot pot and all-you-can-drink sake and shochu at an izakaya restaurant, fish for your food in a Shibuya fishing restaurant and enjoy a guided tour full of cultural insights.

from¥17,500
Cooking Classes
OSAKA

Osaka Breakfast-Making Class: Japanese Onigiri & Miso Soup

Put on your apron and create your own onigiri and miso soup, two of Japan’s beloved breakfast and all-day snacks, in a cozy home kitchen in Namba using an original recipe. Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian and more options are available.

from¥7,000
Cooking Classes
TOKYO

Shibuya Cooking Class: Make Gyoza From Scratch

Make Japan’s most famous dumplings (gyoza) from scratch in this cooking class in Shibuya’s Ebisu district. Guided by experienced hosts with a decade of culinary experience, knead the dough, fill each dumpling and fry them until juicy and golden.

from¥8,000
Dining Experiences
TOKYO

Shinjuku Izakaya & Culture Tour w/ University Students

This private 2-hour guided tour will immerse you in Tokyo’s izakaya culture. Join local university student guides in the bustling neighborhood of Shinjuku and learn to enjoy traditional Japanese pub fare and drinks like the locals.

from¥20,000
Private Experience
Food Tours
HOKKAIDO

Sapporo Nightlife: Snack Bar-Hopping Guided Tour

Dress up in cosplay and sing karaoke. Play traditional Showa-era games with salarymen. Dance the night away at a 50-year-old traditional nightclub. Anything’s possible in this bar-hopping tour in Susukino, Sapporo’s bustling nightlife district.

from¥17,000
Food Tours
TOKYO

Evening Food Tour of Nihonbashi w/ Drinks (Tokyo)

Embark on a food tour in Nihonbashi, a district near Ginza and Akihabara that is at the heart of Tokyo’s history. Led by a friendly local guide, you’ll enjoy dinner and drinks at three well-established restaurants in an evening you’ll never forget.

from¥22,156
(2)
byFood Original
Food Tours
TOKYO

Ginza Izakaya Hopping Tour w/ Pro Photographer

Eat and drink your way through the upscale neighborhood of Ginza at night in this izakaya hopping tour led by a food tour guide and photographer who will take great photos throughout the evening. Seven dishes and four drinks are included!

from¥24,000
(2)
Food Tours
KAGOSHIMA

Kagoshima Bar Hopping Adventure

In this Kagoshima bar hopping experience, explore the city through its nightlife, food and drinks. Explore two areas (Meizan and Tenmonkan), and enjoy three stops for food and drinks at local restaurants and bars with a local guide.

from¥20,625
Pick a location
Private Experience
Food Tours
SHIZUOKA

Nightlife and Izakaya Hopping in Gotemba

Come along on this evening tour in Gotemba, located at the base of Mt. Fuji, and discover the hidden gems of this historic town, visiting notable spots. You’ll taste regional dishes, make your own original cocktail, and enjoy the laidback atmosphere.

from¥30,000
Food Tours
TOKYO

Shinjuku Night Adventure: Izakaya, Golden Gai, & Street Food

Venture off the beaten path with a guided tour of Shinjuku! Visit Shinjuku landmarks (Golden Gai, Omoide Yokocho, Hanzono Shrine, & Kabukicho Tower), choose between 4 unique themed izakayas, feast on izakaya foods, & make memories to last a lifetime.

from¥65,000
With dinner
Food Tours
TOKYO

Kagurazaka Lunch & Private Walking Tour with a Foodie Guide

Enjoy a walking tour of Kagurazaka, a former geisha district dubbed Tokyo’s little Paris. For lunch, enjoy ramen or a Japanese traditional meal at a restaurant picked especially for you! Wrap up the day with coffee or tea at a nostalgic cafe.

from¥8,000
Private Experience
Food Tours
TOKYO

Kagurazaka Dinner & Walking Tour with a Foodie Guide

Discover the charm of Kagurazaka at night in this custom walking tour and dining experience! Dubbed Tokyo’s little Paris, Kagurazaka is a former geisha district in Shinjuku. Explore the area with a guide, and wine and dine at a local restaurant!

from¥16,667
Private Experience
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Bruce and Ling were great, knowledgeable guides! We booked the izakaya and ramen tour and they showed us some great hidden spots we never would have thought to visit, and the food was excellent. Recommend booking a tour at the start of your stay in Fukuoka so they can provide other recommendations for restaurants and sites to visit.
Gabrielle Nguyen
November 27, 2024
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Fukuoka at Night: Izakaya Foods & Local Ramen in Hakata
Food Tours
Andre was great. He was informative & entertaining. The two spots he took us to were definitely places we wouldn’t have been able to discover on our own. Food & drinks were delicious!
Carmen Wong
November 26, 2024
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Small Group, All-Inclusive Kyoto Night Food and Culture Tour
Food Tours
Our sake tasting with Eriko was truly amazing! She was extremely knowledgeable in the sake brewing process and even has experience brewing sake herself. We got to taste many different types of sake and Eriko catered the tasting to our conversation and questions around each bottle. The whole experience felt extremely personal and we would highly recommend it. Thank you so much for an incredible tasting, Eriko!!!
Welch
November 20, 2024
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Guided Sake Tasting & 1-Hour All-You-Can-Drink in Shibuya
Tastings
Hikaru was really knowledgeable and it was great to be introduced to some food and drinks that we otherwise wouldn’t have ordered ourselves. Also a great way of meeting fellow travellers
Tristan M Weller
November 18, 2024
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Osaka Food Tour (13 Delicious Dishes at 5 Hidden Eateries)
Food Tours
My friend and I LOVED this cooking class. It was our 2nd/3rd time to Kyoto so adding in cooking classes was a great, unique experience since we didn't have all the temples and bamboo forest on the agenda for this visit. Their English is FANTASTIC so really easy to understand and follow along. They prepare a lot of the measuring and things so you really focus on the cooking part of it and you can get to eat your creations throughout. You also walk away with all the recipes and you can even buy some of the Japanese specific cooking supplies there if you need (grating plate, sesame grinding bowl, etc.) Everything was delicious and I am excited to replicate these recipes at home and maybe turn them into my lunch bentos for work! Definitely add this to your trip itinerary! I would totally take it again if the menu changed over time.
Maria Sato
November 17, 2024
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Izakaya Food Cooking Class in Kyoto
Cooking Classes

Experience Authentic Izakaya Food - A Taste of Japan

When it comes to experiencing the vibrant food culture of Japan, izakayas offer a unique and flavorful journey. Izakayas are Japanese-style pubs where you can enjoy a variety of small dishes alongside a selection of drinks like sake, shochu, or beer. These establishments are deeply ingrained in Japanese culture, providing a casual atmosphere for friends and colleagues to unwind after a long day. If you’re eager to dive into the world of izakaya food, these experiences provide the perfect opportunity to indulge in authentic Japanese flavors.

Discover the Flavors of Izakaya Cuisine

Izakaya food is all about variety. From skewered meats to fresh seafood, the menu at a typical izakaya is diverse and designed for sharing. You might start with a traditional favorite like yakitori, skewered chicken grilled to perfection over charcoal. For seafood lovers, options might include sashimi, fresh and raw fish slices served with soy sauce and wasabi. Another popular dish is takoyaki, a street-food classic that features octopus balls, crispy on the outside and soft inside.

Vegetarian dishes are also plentiful in izakayas. You might enjoy edamame, lightly salted boiled green soybeans, or kabocha no nimono, a dish of simmered Japanese pumpkin. And of course, no izakaya experience is complete without some rambling servings of tempura—delicate, batter-fried vegetables, and shrimp that are both light and flavorful.

Create Lasting Memories With Every Bite

Visiting an izakaya is not just about eating; it’s about embracing the communal spirit and experiencing Japanese hospitality. These eateries offer a bustling atmosphere where laughter and conversations flow as freely as the food and drink. Whether you're enjoying a lively night out with friends or a casual meal with family, the warmth and hospitality of the izakaya create an unforgettable experience.

Joining an izakaya food experience allows you to savor the very essence of Japanese cuisine while also learning about the customs and traditions that accompany it. Not only will you leave with a full belly but also with stories to tell and memories to cherish. So, whether you’re a seasoned foodie or a curious traveler, these izakaya food experiences are the perfect way to truly taste Japan.