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Welcome to this online zen eating session. We truly believe that eating mindfully promotes your happiness by resetting your mind to appreciate everything that surrounds you. During this online dining experience, I will take you on a 1-hour journey of eating meditation that will bring you peaceful and joyful energy.

This online zen eating experience is structured in three parts.

First, we will meet online and chat via Zoom. Then, this experience begins with an introduction to the philosophy of zen, including how to eat mindfully. I will guide you to induce relaxation through a simple exercise and breathing techniques. 

Next, we start eating in a calm and relaxed state for 20 to 25 minutes. Mindful eating is one of the practices in Buddhism that is easy to implement into your own life. Through this activity, you can get in touch with the essence of Buddhist teachings. You may feel the connection with people, food, and nature. We’ll explore this state of peace while eating, feeling full of joy. Eating together slowly in a calm and relaxed environment will leave you feeling more grounded.

Finally, we take a moment to share what we feel together. Sharing your perspective, thoughts, and feelings is helpful for you to clear your mind, connect with others, and end the experience with a positive feeling.

Please join with your own meal or snacks (anything is fine, though you may feel more comfortable if you bring something nourishing and nutritious). We hope that the Zen Buddhist aspect of Japanese spirituality inspires you to take the practice of mindful eating into your daily life. 

Learn how to enjoy food on a deeper and more spiritual level during this online mindful eating session based on Japanese Zen Buddhism. Book now and find your zen.

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

Home to the futuristic capital of Japan, the Tokyo Metropolitan Area is the most populous metropolis in the world and the largest in the country. The bustling central city area of Tokyo consists of 23 wards, while the Greater Tokyo Area spills out onto its prefectural neighbors of Saitama, Chiba, and Kanagawa. Needless to say, Tokyo is simply enormous, separated into pockets of unique communities that bring the city together as a whole. Step out of the train at a different station and step into a new world, be dazzled by the vibrant city rush of Shinjuku, or wander the open park spaces and galleries of Ueno. From the top of Tokyo Tower, buildings stretch as far as the eye can see, as if the city goes on forever. Yet, every corner is interconnected by Tokyo’s impressive network of subways and train lines, a futuristic marvel that somehow moves millions of people every day. That’s 9 million, to be exact, totaling to 30% of Japan’s entire population living within the Tokyo Metropolis. 

Divided by waterways like the eastern Edogawa River and the Tama River to the south, unique districts with their own subcultures bubble beneath the city’s surface. Whether it's shopping in Shibuya or partying in Roppongi, neon lights and towering skyscrapers are deeply integral to Tokyo’s identity. With a number of big company headquarters producing the latest high-tech toys and creative designs, Tokyo represents a symbol of the future. Science meets outlet shopping on the manmade island of Odaiba, with a view overlooking the sparkling waters of Tokyo Bay. Have the happiest day on earth in Disneyland, or immerse yourself in one of the city’s major museum institutions. All things kawaii in Harajuku contrast the humility of traditional Asakusa, while salarymen help the economy go round, crunching numbers in offices throughout the city. 

Fueled by long nights of drinking sake and eating every type of food your heart could ask for, Tokyo’s fast-paced energy is undeniably infectious. However, the Greater Tokyo Area offers moments of bliss on beaches and mountains amidst the chaos of urban life. As exciting as it is overwhelming, with access to both high and low culture Tokyo offers the best in traditional sights, nightlife, and shopping. And of course, with mouthwatering Japanese food and world cuisine at every turn, it would take multiple lifetimes to explore Tokyo’s thousands of bars and restaurants.

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Spreading as far as Kanagawa, Chiba, and Saitama, the mega-metropolis of the Greater Tokyo Area functions as the country’s futuristic capital, featuring the latest in art, technologies, food, and pockets of every subculture imaginable. 

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Available only on byFood, the Most Expensive Ramen in Tokyo, made with top-quality A5 wagyu, is not for the faint of heart. 

Bursting with umami flavors that make your mouth water, the rich and savory broth is complex, expressing the high quality of the ingredients. The soup is rich and decadent, made of wagyu bone and tail broth, in addition to the naturally brewed soy sauce which has been served since the Edo period. The chef makes the soup using French sea salt and oyster sauce from Kesennuma in Miyagi Prefecture, evoking the clear blue sky, gentle sapphire waves and fruitful fishing grounds of the abundant port town. 

Meanwhile, the noodles are custom-made by Asakusa Kaikarou, a well-established noodle shop in Tokyo. With the flavors and textures of the toppings in mind, they design smooth and supple Chinese-style noodles to perfectly complement the bowl of ramen. 

Of course, the crowning glory of this eye-popping ramen is the succulent, melt-in-the-mouth A5 wagyu beef. The chef purchases the highest-ranked wagyu beef from his butcher and prepares the meat in two ways: as juicy steak and tender sukiyaki. 

To top it all off is a beautifully cooked Okukuji egg from Hitachi Farm, with its perfectly gooey, vibrant orange yolk. The ramen is then drizzled with truffle oil, which adds a luxurious fragrance, and sprinkled with gold flakes, which mark this bowl of ramen as one of the most decadent in the world. 

Served on the side, a hint of citrus and green pepper add a touch of brightness to the bowl, and can be mixed into the broth to your liking, while the rich foie gras mousse adds even more dimension with its buttery flavor and luscious texture. 

Ingredients:
-Wagyu A5 rank steak 200g
-Wagyu marbled sukiyaki 100g
-Wagyu beef bone & wagyu tail soup
-Kesennuma oyster-based soy sauce
-Truffle oil
-Custom-made ramen noodles
-Bonito flakes
-Okukuji egg
-Sauteed white asparagus
-Foie gras
-Green pepper shoyu condiment
-Green citrus
-Gold flakes 


The most expensive ramen in Tokyo is made with the finest domestic ingredients, topped with 300g of A5 Japanese wagyu beef, truffle oil, and gold flakes. Book now.

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Most Expensive Ramen in Tokyo (Luxury A5 Wagyu Ramen)

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Have you got what it takes to become a ninja? Skilled in the Japanese martial art of ninjitsu, a ninja was a trained assassin employed for espionage and surprise attacks during the samurai age! These ancient Japanese spies were skilled in military deception and served as specialized warriors, all while being incredibly stealthy. Also called a “shinobi,” a ninja was a sneaky and cunning type of expert fighter, creeping through the shadows, waiting to surprise. For those who have ever wanted to become a ninja, this Tokyo Ninja Food and Experience is perfect for you! For your chance to become one of these mythical Japanese assassins, join this fun Tokyo Ninja Experience, complete with ninja-themed food and dining in a themed restaurant!

Immerse yourself in a Tokyo Ninja Experience at a ninja-themed cafe and bar, which features ninja training included and ninja-themed food! Your first mission is to find the hidden restaurant and open up its heavy doors. Decorated like a traditional ninja house, at this ninja-themed bar and cafe your wait staff are fellow ninjas, too. 

During this awesome dining experience, you’ll be able to wear a ninja outfit while receiving ninja training, gaining shuriken, blowgun, and sword skills. You’ll eat a ninja-themed meal from the menu, where you can taste delicious themed dishes like ninja curry or ninja noodles. With a drink from the cafe and bar selection, you’ll finally finish off the experience with a casual tea ceremony. Have a taste of what it’s like to be a ninja during this exciting Tokyo Ninja Experience!

Menu: (choose one dish)
-Ninja curry and rice
-Ninja udon (noodles)
-Shuriken-yaki (okonomiyaki)
-Ninja pasta
-Ninja chicken
-Ninja sausage
-Ninja dried squid

Dress like a ninja, train like a ninja, and eat ninja-themed food during this awesome Tokyo Ninja Food Experience. Book now to experience a ninja dining experience!

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Tokyo Ninja Food Experience

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Have a taste of the internationally famous melt-in-your-mouth Kobe Beef, and learn more about Kobe City during this food tour! The walking tour will begin with a visit to the oldest shrine in Kobe, Ikuta Shrine, framed by a beautiful tori gate at its entrance. You are welcome to participate in our short meditation at a sanctuary grove and revel in the tranquility of the surroundings and the fresh morning air. 

We will then explore the town of Kitano, a small and quaint town in the heart of Kobe City. Known to be one of the most culturally diverse towns in Japan, you will get the opportunity to learn about how different nationalities and religions have, for over 150 years, lived together harmoniously in this town, as we stroll through Kitano. It is home to many different religious buildings, such as mosques, churches, and Indian and Buddhist temples. 

We will also visit Kitano Square, where a famous spot grants you a beautiful panoramic view of the city of Kobe. We will then visit one of Kobe’s most popular Kobe Beef restaurants where you can enjoy delicious Kobe beef steak and a live performance by the chef!

Hyōgo Prefecture has coastlines on two seas. To the north, the Sea of Japan, and to the south, the Seto Inland Sea, and most of its population reside on the southern coast. Due to this, it’s no surprise that agriculture, forestry, and fisheries are the main pulls of Hyōgo’s economy. The prefecture contains a variety of communities ranging from rural villages to large cosmopolitan cities, with some isolated islands thrown in for good measure. It is another prefecture that is blessed with an abundance of natural beauty with twenty percent of the total land in the prefecture being designated as natural parks in 2008. Various leisure activities such as hiking, swimming, skiing, and bathing in natural hot springs can be enjoyed while you’re here. Due to the region's vast size, the climate varies greatly, and it’s often referred to as “Japan in miniature” due to its diversity! Hyōgo is steeped in a rich history and home to one of the biggest and best-preserved feudal-era castles in Japan. Himeji Castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Himeji and is also known as White Heron Castle due to its elegant tall, white appearance. Other cultural and historical highlights include Engyoji Temple, Takeda Castle Ruins, and taking the cable car up Mount Rokko to admire the panoramic views of Osaka Bay and Kobe City.
Its capital, Kobe, is famed for its prized melt-in-your-mouth beef that is of the highest quality in the world. Kobe was one of the first to be opened to international forging trade in the 19th century resulting in some of their local dishes being internationally influenced and it is home to one of Japan’s three Chinatowns. There’s plenty more to indulge in than simply beef while visiting the prefecture. The highest rate of tea and bread consumption in all of Japan is actually in Kobe. As the prefecture has two seas, seafood is a big part of their diets. Akashiyaki is the rumored forefather of takoyaki, which are balls of a light egg batter with pieces of octopus in the center doused in a dashi broth, and they make the perfect snack. ikanago (sand eel) is also popular along with taimeshi (steamed sea bream with rice). However, like every prefecture throughout Japan, they also have their own version of yakisoba along with some of the best Chinese food in Japan thanks to its large population of Chinese immigrants. 

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Hyōgo is home to the best beef in the world, Kobe beef, and that’s not all. From vast natural parks to one of the oldest and biggest castles in Japan, this prefecture covers all bases with natural beauty and a thriving food culture inspired by Chinese and French immigrants in the port cities. 

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From the counter seat at steak restaurant En, watch the chef at work as he tends to the ripping hot iron griddle and masterfully prepares marbled slabs of succulent Kobe beef and fresh lobster. A truly luxurious culinary experience in Japan, indulge in Japanese wagyu beef right at the source. 

You might think of marbling an indicator of high-quality wagyu beef, but not all fatty beef is equally delicious. The quality of the fat and meat is vital to that perfect melt-in-the-mouth experience. To ensure the highest quality, En sources their wagyu beef from Nakanishi Ranch, a renowned producer of award-winning Kobe beef. The founder of Nakanishi Ranch, Kimiyoshi Nakanishi, has been recognized by the Kobe Beef Co-Op Association and has received numerous awards, such as a bronze statue from the Kinki Tokai Beef Association. As the chef at En has a strong relationship with the wagyu farm, you are ensured some of the most high-end and sumptuous Kobe beef that money can buy. 

The multi-course meal at En includes seasonal soup and salad, grilled vegetables, specialty Kobe beef steaks (80 grams of loin and 80 grams of fillet), lobster teppanyaki, garlic rice, ice cream, and coffee. The dishes utilize the most exceptional locally-sourced ingredients such as onions from Awaji Island, which have a higher sugar content than the average onion, mild flavor, and lovely fragrance. 

En is a gem of Kobe, with an elegant atmosphere that makes it suitable for special occasions like anniversaries, birthdays, and dates. 

Menu:
-Appetizer: Kobe beef roast beef
-Seasonal soup
-Seasonal salad
-6 types of grilled vegetables (sprouts, onions, tofu steak, konnyaku, 2 kinds of seasonal vegetables)
-Specialty Kobe beef steak: loin 80g and fillet 80g
-Lobster teppanyaki (with American-style sauce)
-Garlic rice
-Ice Cream
-Coffee

Dine at a specialty teppanyaki restaurant in Kobe serving up the most succulent Kobe beef available. Sit at the counter seat and watch the chef at work. Book now!

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Luxurious Kobe Beef Teppanyaki Course Meal in Kobe

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This private dining experience combines the traditional art of Noh theater with a delicious hotpot, all enjoyed inside an authentic family home. Located in Kanazawa, this Noh and Nabe Dining Experience is an intimate and unique experience held by a family who has practiced Noh for generations. Noh is one of Japan’s traditional performances and it is characterized as a form of theater that combines music, dance, and drama. Noh has been a part of Japanese culture since the 14th century and is designated an Intangible Cultural Heritage. 

You will experience this important cultural asset up close as Matsuda-san of the Matsuda family will perform a Noh performance in the local “Kaga Hosho” style. This will be followed by a question and answer session, plus the opportunity to see the Matsuda family’s private collection of masks and costumes for Noh performances. 

After the Noh performance, you will enjoy a delicious nabe hotpot in the same traditional room. Nabe is the Japanese word meaning “hotpot.” Featuring all kinds of traditional Japanese ingredients like tofu, noodles, meats, and various vegetables inside a hot broth, nabe hotpots are best enjoyed with groups of family or friends. 

This event is available on December 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd, as well as January 6th, 20th, and 27th.

Experience the art of Noh and eat a traditional nabe hotpot in an authentic Japanese home in Kanazawa during this private dining experience. Book now on byFood!

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Rich in culture and history, Ishikawa Prefecture is better known by its capital city of Kanazawa, sometimes called “Little Kyoto,” for its castle, gardens, temples, and well-preserved old town districts. On the northern coast of Honshu Island, Ishikawa Prefecture looks to the Sea of Japan, with its northern tip of the Noto Peninsula extending 100 kilometers into the ocean. Rural and untouched, rice fields spread across the central part of Ishikawa Prefecture contrast the rugged cliffs above the sea along the Kongo Coastline, and in turn, they’re pitted against the solid mountains to the southeast, where Mount Haku dominates the beautiful alpine trails of Hakusan National Park. The power of natural scenes combined means that the Ishikawa Prefecture boasts gourmet food, as well as local arts and crafts, shopping, and regional museums. 

Although it’s a compact city, Kanazawa packs a punch with its many cultural offerings. Centered around Kanazawa Castle and the traditional garden of Kenrokuen (the “perfect garden” all year round), the city also has a number of old town districts from the Edo period days, for another dose of nostalgia. In particular, the Higashi Chaya District is notable for its well-preserved tea houses, now filled with quaint cafes and artisanal shop fronts selling gold leaf handicrafts. Like Kyoto, the city and the greater prefecture takes great care in its creations (such as local pickles) and production (including local sake), extending to pride in the refined craftsmanship of locally-sourced food. For example, the locally-grown Kaga vegetables from the rich soils around the onsen hot spring town of Kaga City are popular for their high-quality and delicious flavors, and are often used in colorful parfaits or unusual handmade wagashi Japanese sweets. With exquisite local food from its diverse landscape, the beautiful Ishikawa Prefecture offers some untouched natural gems found in this rural side of coastal Japan.

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Stretching alongside the Sea of Japan, the coastal prefecture of Ishikawa boasts some dramatically diverse scenery ranging from rugged coastlines to untouched mountain backdrops, offering the freshest seafood and colorful locally-grown produce, harvested from rural areas.

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Miyagi Prefecture in the Tohoku region is not only home to lush and gorgeous landscapes, but it also preserves regional traditions and culture. Aoba Matsuri is one of such traditions, originated to homage Tokugawa Ieyasu, one of the legendary historical figures that unified Japan in the 17th century. The festival involves foodie action aplenty, with food stalls serving all sorts of Japanese street food, such as succulent skewers, piping hot yakisoba and more.

Like many matsuri, Aoba festival features a parade. This includes armored soldiers representing the historical clan members that have protected the area in the past, and a cheerful group of dancers. Waving their fans to the beat of the drums, they proceed with a combination of flowy and undulating movements resulting in a captivating performance. 

During this immersive dining experience with a twist, you’ll get in-depth insights about Suzume Odori (the sparrow dance) and its origins, as well as delicious regional cuisine, for an adventure that is on a different level. Your Suzume Odori English-speaking teacher is a veteran dancer, no less! Under her careful guidance, you can learn some basic steps and fan moves to gain an insider perspective into Aoba Matsuri.

After a one-hour-long lesson, you can restore your energy with a well-deserved izakaya-style dinner. In addition to the traditional dance class, we’ll provide you with a tasting set of three sake varieties paired with three equally delicious local dishes. Buckle up and enjoy the party at this refined Japanese-style gastropub!

Learn to spread your wings to the strains of Hayashi music, then celebrate your new dance skills with a tasting of 3 regional sakes paired with 3 local dishes. 

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In the Tohoku region, Miyagi Prefecture occupies a large part of the eastern side of Japan on the Pacific Coast. Cradled between scenic coastlines and mountainous landscapes, Miyagi is famous for its seafood. A luxurious harakomeshi is a classic Miyagi dish of rice with the belly meat of fatty salmon, sprinkled with salmon roe marinated in soy sauce. Miyagi Prefecture also offers fantastic skiing in the winter and stunning coastal scenery, namely the celebrated Matsushima Bay. Considered one of Japan’s three most beautiful views, Matsushima sees pine trees clustered over more than 200 rocky islets, starkly mingling across clear ocean waters. Nourish the body soaking in the healing waters of Naruko Onsen, while the flaming fall foliage around Naruko Gorge proves unbelievably beautiful. Meanwhile, the mountains and forests of the Zao region in southwest Miyagi are symbolized by the Okama Crater beside the summit of Mount Zao. 

The Hirose River wiggles its way through the city of Sendai, Miyagi’s capital that’s best explored by bike. Richly flavored and soft in texture, Sendai is lovingly associated with its quality gyutan (beef tongue), the representative dish of Miyagi Prefecture. Aged and thinly sliced before hitting the grill, beef tongue is succulent and soft, typically served with a side of beef tail soup. Built in 1600, Aoba Castle (Aoba-jo) overlooks the city and resides by the colorful mausoleum, Zuihoden, enshrining the powerful daimyo Masamune Date. Each year in the fall, family and friends enjoy stewing Sendai imoni hot pots around riverbanks alfresco-style, a long-lived tradition flavored with miso, root vegetables, konnyaku, and pork. Bright green zundamochi is a Miyagi Prefecture signature sweet, while the local fish cake in the shape of a bamboo grass leaf is known as sasa kamaboko. Miyagi is abundant with glorious mountainscapes and natural parks, featuring tasty local cuisine and quality seafood.

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Seafood and beef tongue are regional specialties of the Miyagi Prefecture, whose diverse natural landscape offers scenic views across glorious mountains and coastlines.

Suzume Odori Dance Class and Local Izakaya Dinner

The Private Omicho Market Tour and Sushi Experience includes fish purchases at Omicho Market and a private meal with a sushi chef. At 13:00, you will meet at Kanazawa’s Kitchen, Omicho Market, and spend 45 minutes touring Omicho with Shimizu-san, the sushi master of Akame Sushi. Proprietor of his own restaurant for 46 years (in the sushi business for 55 years), you’ll tour Omicho with Shimizu san and learn what to look for when purchasing fish. Together, you’ll select some of the fish for your sushi dinner. 

After a 10-minute walk to Akame Sushi from Omicho, you’ll watch from the counter as Shimizu san prepares the fish you selected and creates a special 10-piece nigiri set, along with his famous dashimaki tamago (rolled Japanese omelet) and miso shiru (miso soup). Choose your beverage of choice from a selection of alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, to enjoy with your meal. You’ll surely enjoy this exclusive dining experience at the Akame Sushi counter.

Explore the Omicho Market with a sushi chef, learn his fish-buying secrets, and enjoy an exclusive meal at the counter, watching as the chef prepares your purchases.

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Private Omicho Market Tour and Sushi Experience with Chef 

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The Private Tram Party experience is a fantastic way to view the city of Kagoshima while enjoying your time with family and friends. It’s perfect for big groups, birthday parties, anniversaries, bachelor/bachelorette parties, and other celebrations! Just pick a time to rent out the entire tram, and invite all your friends!

On a tram that seats up to 22 people, you can enjoy your own private tram party as you wind through the streets of Kagoshima City! Enjoy a Kagoshima specialty buffet prepared by Chef Kenta Hayashi, the owner/chef of the popular HAY Grill & Coffee. You’ll get to taste the best dishes in the region, made with local ingredients. Or, you can request individually packaged bento boxes instead. In addition, there are also specialty Kagoshima drinks on offer such as Imo Shochu (sweet potato shochu), Kokuto Shochu (brown sugar shochu), and sparkling Kurozu (Japanese black rice vinegar), though you are free to also bring your own drinks!

It’s a party! All you have to do is sit back and relax, knowing you’re in good hands. The M.C. has the background music covered and a staff member will be there to serve drinks. Enjoy the sights of Kagoshima City passing by, without a care in the world! Let loose on your vacation in Kagoshima City, and watch the city whirl by!

Sit back and enjoy the sights of Kagoshima City from on board a private tram, and party with your friends, dining on a buffet of local Kagoshima specialties.

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Boasting a balmy climate and relaxed coastal vibes, the seaside prefecture of Kagoshima sits to the southwest of Japan’s Kyushu region, the southernmost prefecture of mainland Japan. Famous for its lush landscape featuring several volcanic mountain ranges, Kagoshima curves around the Satsuma and Osumi Peninsulas (named after the ancient provinces), surrounding the beautiful waters of Kagoshima Bay with the East China Sea to the west. The neighboring Kirishima National Park area hosts a glorious hiking trails through volcanic landscapes, while Ibusuki close by is also iconic for its hot spring towns (richly steaming with volcanic minerals) and baths with views overlooking the ocean. Kagoshima Prefecture also stretches to some of Japan’s Osumi Islands off the southwest coast. There, Yakushima lies, famous for its World Heritage forests, towering with majestic 1000-year-old yakusugi cedar trees. Its wild subtropical environment inspired scenery for the Studio Ghibli animated film, Princess Mononoke, and grows gorgeous local oranges named tankan and ponkan.

The Japanese-style garden of Senganen and the Shiroyama Park Observatory offer panoramic views of Sakurajima, the resident active volcano that overlooks the wider area’s prefectural capital, Kagoshima City. Giant daikon radishes are grown in the ultra-fertile soils of Sakurajima, just one example of local foods from this rich regional landscape. Kagoshima cuisine is named Satsuma Ryori after its ancient days as the Satsuma Province, including the region’s namesake sweet potato satsuma-imo products, like chips and popular sweet potato shochu liquor. Another regional specialty is kurobuta (Japanese black pig pork), a popular dish that also contributes to the rich pork broth of local Kagoshima Ramen, while in Kagoshima’s humid summers, a treat of kakigori (shaved ice) is perfect to cool off. This volcanic seaside region of Kagoshima Prefecture is Japan’s almost-tropical paradise, perfect for hiking, beaches, and relaxing all year round.

Browse cooking classes, tastings, dining experiences, and food tours in Kagoshima! Try local citrus, sweet potato shochu, famous kurobuta pork, and Kagoshima ramen!

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With a signature laid-back atmosphere to the south of Japan, Kagoshima Prefecture is surrounded by the ocean and lush scenery woven with stunning hiking trails and steaming hot springs, featuring local cuisine whose ingredients are grown from the rich soils of the surrounding volcanic landscape region.

Private Tram Party with Kagoshima Specialty Buffet

A once-in-a-lifetime experience, stay overnight at a farmer’s inn in Taikicho and prepare dinner with the family. Harvest vegetables and mushrooms, cook rice with local spring water, and indulge in a sukiyaki hot pot made with luxurious Matsusaka wagyu. 

After the pick-up and check-in, the experience will begin with collecting water for the hot pot and rice at a local spring. This spring water is known as “miracle water” by the locals, who say that drinking it is their secret to long life. Then, guests will visit a nearby vegetable patch and shiitake mushroom shed to harvest produce for the sukiyaki.  

After returning to the inn, the sukiyaki preparations will commence. Guests will not just witness the cooking process, but also lend a hand, making the rice the old-fashioned way, starting by splitting wood for a fire. The family uses a wood-fueled “kamado” stove to cook their rice, a tradition that used to be the norm in Japan but has since been replaced by electric rice cookers. The effort pays off, as steaming the rice using this method is said to bring out even more delicious flavors from the rice. As the rice cooks, the family will prepare the vegetables for the hot pot, and the table will soon be covered with a variety of delicious ingredients, awaiting the hot pot. 

Lastly, the main ingredient will be unveiled: the rare and highly-coveted Matsusaka beef. Only 2500 Matsusaka cattle are available for consumption each year, and very few people are able to taste this top-quality beef, which features ribbons of fat marbled through the meat, so tender it falls apart in the mouth, and a deep flavor. Matsusaka beef, native to Mie Prefecture, is among Japan’s 3 most famous brands of wagyu, the best that money can buy.

This farm-to-table dining experience uses not only local ingredients but also traditional methods. Experience the beauty of slow food, preparing a meal using traditional methods and ingredients that you hand-picked in the locality. 

Prepare a luxurious sukiyaki meal with a local farmer’s family, made with top-quality Matsusaka wagyu beef, then enjoy a relaxing overnight stay at the farm inn.

Farm-to-Table Matsusaka Beef Sukiyaki at Farmer's Inn

Approximately 36% of Mie Prefecture’s land has been designated Natural Parks, and are protected by the government. Ise-Shima National Park is one of the most popular, housing the Ise Jingu Shrine, located on the coast facing the Pacific Ocean. The rugged coast and little islands dotting the horizon make it a beautiful sight come sunset. The Ise Jingu Shrine (Ise Grand Shrine) is one of the most famous attractions of Mie, dedicated to the goddess Amaterasu, built in the 3rd century. Many consider it Japan’s most sacred shrine.

One of the most unique of Mie Prefecture’s festivals is the ancient Tado Ageuma “Horse Jumping Festival,” which has over 1,000 years of history and started as a method of predicting the result of the upcoming harvest. The Ishidori Matsuri is another festival which was declared an Intangible Culture of Mie Prefecture, and some say it is Japan’s loudest festival. Mie also hosts a Ninja Fest every year and is home to the Ninja Museum of Igaryu, located by the Iga Ueno Castle. 

As Mie Prefecture is located alongside two seas, their fishing industry has access to a variety of species of fish, making it a paradise for sushi and sashimi lovers. In particular, Tsu, the capital city of Mie prefecture once had the highest consumption of grilled eel in Japan, which is regarded as a summertime delicacy in Japan. Aside from the abundance of seafood, Mie prefecture is also renowned for its Matsusaka wagyu beef, which has less brand name recognition than the famous Kobe beef but is arguably even more highly regarded (not to mention more expensive). As for produce, they are known for their mikan, grapes, strawberries, and pears.

Browse cooking classes, tastings, dining experiences, and food tours in Mie Prefecture, the land of Japan’s most expensive beef and several stunning Natural Parks. 

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Mie Prefecture should be the go-to for travelers looking to indulge in the freshest seafood and highest-quality wagyu in Japan, as well as nature lovers seeking their next scenic destination.

Farm-to-Table Matsusaka Beef Sukiyaki at a Farmer’s Inn

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In Japanese, “omakase” means “I’ll leave it to you,” and allows the chef to take total creative license for the duration of the meal. For an unmissable sushi meal, book the Tokyo Omakase Sushi Experience. Feel the spirit of “omotenashi” or wholehearted hospitality as you step into an upscale specialty sushi restaurant in the heart of Tokyo to enjoy a luxurious sushi dining experience. With a refined atmosphere and a counter seating only 8 people, feel completely at ease as you indulge in a private dining experience including delicious seasonal appetizers, 15 pieces of Tokyo omakase sushi, a soup, and a dessert. Vegan and vegetarian courses are available.

One of the beloved national dishes of Japanese cuisine, the delicate art of sushi is where fresh, simple, and delicious ingredients meet careful craftsmanship. With skillful preparation techniques and traditional specialties passed down for generations, artisanal sushi can be enjoyed at its finest during this Tokyo Omakase Sushi Experience. The sushi chef explores the local fish market each morning to select high-quality fish for sashimi and sushi. This restaurant continues to use traditional sushi molding techniques unchanged from 1957, the Showa era.

During this Tokyo Omakase Sushi Experience, you will journey through a series of bite-size sushi, carefully selected for you by Chef Imai, who can speak a little English and explain about each piece. Prepared with perfect rice, enjoy sushi classics amongst some signature restaurant dishes, warmed by the chef’s hand. This will be an indulgent, luxurious, and unforgettable sushi experience.

Indulge in a selection of luxury sushi carefully prepared for you by a Japanese sushi chef during this unforgettable private Tokyo Omakase Sushi Experience.

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Tokyo Omakase Sushi Experience with Personal Chef

With lunch

The Nagara River in Gifu Prefecture is associated with a local banquet culture called “funa asobi” (literally, “boat play,” meaning a type of boating excursion). This Nagara River boating experience combines the area’s 1300-year-old tradition of cormorant fishing with Gifu Prefecture's culture of geisha and maiko. 

During this Nagara River Boating and Banquet with Geisha Experience, guests can enjoy a Japanese sake tasting and course meal with Japan’s professional entertainers. So, climb aboard the river boat and feel the breeze on your skin, marveling at the beautiful dances of maiko and geisha, and taste premium varieties of Japanese sake alongside your meal. The menu is seasonal and puts a spotlight on the natural bounty of the Nagara River. The casual course meal features several dishes using the local ayu sweetfish that the region is known for. 

Besides the stunning geisha, another once-in-a-lifetime view awaits. Up ahead, you can watch as fishermen practice the ancient method of cormorant fishing, known as “Ukai” in Japanese. This traditional style of fishing uses trained birds to catch ayu sweetfish. The cormorants are tied to the fishermen’s boat with leashes, and dive into the water in pursuit of fish. In the hands of the skilled fishermen, they give up their catch. These ayu sweetfish end up on the tables of lucky diners in Gifu, and even Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo. 

Witness the action for yourself during this exclusive dining experience in Gifu!

Be joined by geisha, professional Japanese entertainers, for an evening of boating and feasting on the Nagara River in Gifu Prefecture. Book now on byFood!

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Scenic Gifu Prefecture is located in the center of Japan, on the nation’s main island of Honshu. It is known for its picturesque historic villages, stunning mountainous terrain, relaxing hot spring baths, fertile plains, and traditional practices.

Shirakawago and Gokayama have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Site for their dedication to preserving the distinct Gassho-style architecture. The Gassho-zukuri village is composed of traditional farmhouses (some that are over 250 years old) with thatched roofs, designed to withstand snow in the winter and stay cool in the summer. 

Another town that history buffs must visit is Gujo Hachiman, which is renowned for its clear, crisp drinking water and as Japan’s major producer of plastic food replicas. Stunning waterways cross the town, with charming cobblestone streets at every turn, and Hachiman Castle towers over it all, housing a museum of samurai era artifacts.

Those who love the idea of relaxing in the onsen hot springs against a scenic mountainous backdrop should come to Okuhida. The Okuhida Hot Springs provide a variety of bath styles, from rotemburo (open air baths) to public bath houses.

Wondering what to eat in Gifu? Kei-chan chicken is a local dish made of chicken that’s marinated in an aromatic mixture of garlic, miso, and soy sauce, and stir-fried with vegetables like cabbage. It’s usually enjoyed during the summer Obon Festival season and Japanese New Year holiday. For something more luxurious, try Hida beef, a well-marbled brand of kuroge wagyu raised in Gifu Prefecture, and a rival of Matsusaka and Kobe beef.

But the food culture that Gifu is proudest of is their tradition of cormorant fishing, which has been practiced along the Nagara River for over 1300 years. The part of the river that runs through Gujo is particularly conducive to fishing high-quality ayu sweetfish, which are sold to Michelin-starred restaurants. While ayu can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, the simplest preparations are often the tastiest, and the fish is often grilled over an open fire and seasoned with just salt. Gifu also has a sweet treat that’s similar to taiyaki (a sea-bream shaped cake filled with red bean), except that it is made in the shape of ayu and filled with mochi. It’s a perfect dessert following a meal of the local sweetfish delicacy.

Browse cooking classes, tastings, dining experiences, and food tours in Gifu, known for well-preserved historic villages, mountainous landscapes, and hot springs.

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Gifu

Gifu Prefecture is home to well-preserved historic villages, mountainous landscapes, and scenic open-air hot springs, with a proud culinary heritage spanning centuries. 

Nagara River Boating and Banquet with Geisha Experience

The spirit of “omotenashi” (hospitality) in Japan is embodied in this dining experience. Taking place at an upscale sushi restaurant, joining this Sake Pairing and Omakase Sushi experience in Tokyo is the perfect way to immerse yourself in delicious sushi and high-quality service. The word “omakase” in restaurants roughly translates to “I’ll leave it up to you,” and gives the chef free rein to use all the freshest ingredients and fanciest techniques at his disposal. During this indulgent sushi meal, you’ll eat fresh, carefully prepared omakase sushi, paired with quality Japanese sake in dazzling, crystal-like Edo kiriko sake glasses. 

Enter this upscale sushi restaurant and feel totally at ease, surrounded by the unique character defined by its Japanese-style interiors and decor. Enjoy 15 pieces of sushi, prepared in front of you at your counter seat, as you soak up the intimate atmosphere. This is a private dining experience for up to 8 people, where you’ll also enjoy seasonal appetizers, soup, and dessert. These will be elegantly matched with high-quality sake during this sushi and sake pairing. 

Every morning, Chef Imai visits the local fish market to personally select ingredients for sushi, so you can be assured of the highest quality during this Sake Pairing and Omakase Sushi experience in Tokyo. Using preparation techniques and traditional specialties passed down for generations, Chef Imai will serve your sushi with perfect rice, gently warmed by the hand. This restaurant uses molding techniques for sushi that remain unchanged since 1957 in the Showa era. And as the Chef Imai speaks a little English, he can introduce each piece to you as it is prepared. 

Enjoy this sake pairing with sushi at this specialty sushi restaurant. You’ll eat bite-sized pieces of sushi and be guided by your chef in this informative dining experience of elevated seafood flavors and “omotenashi.” This sushi dining experience will be an indulgent luxury that you’ll always remember.

Indulge in a carefully prepared selection of sushi perfectly paired with high-quality sake during a luxury Sake Pairing and Omakase Sushi dining experience in Tokyo.

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Sake Pairing and Omakase Sushi in Tokyo with Personal Chef

Osaka is known for serving up some of the best food in the country, and Kobe beef sourced from its neighboring city (Kobe) is no exception. Experience some incredibly tender and beautifully-marbled Japanese beef during this delicious afternoon Kobe Beef Market to Table Experience in Osaka! 

For a around the same price as a cut of Kobe beef at a restaurant, this Kobe Beef Market to Table Experience includes a local wet market tour in the Tenma area. You’ll gain insights about ingredients and Japanese cuisine from the English-speaking guide and chef. The chef will talk about different essential flavors and cooking components in-depth, and you’ll buy fresh produce together to cook at the chef’s standing bar-restaurant, just a 5-minute walk away. 

With some delicious Kobe beef in hand, during this personal dining experience, your chef will take you back to the restaurant between opening hours where they will cook your tasty beef on an authentic Japanese teppanyaki grill. Served up in 3 different styles, you can indulge in some juicy Kobe beef cooked just how you like it, though you’ve also got the option to participate in the cooking process too! Served with garlic fried rice and a side of Japanese omelet, wash down this Kobe beef experience with a drink of your choice. This Kobe Beef Market to Table Experience with a Chef is a delicious and highly-personalized way to experience Japan’s highly-prized domestic wagyu beef.

Indulge in one of Japan’s most prized meats 3 different ways! This intimate Kobe beef tour in Osaka takes you from market to table, with guidance from a local chef.

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Osaka Prefecture proudly stretches itself across the Kansai region, a modern metropolitan area with some of the best food in Japan. In the wake of Japan opening up to foreign trade, Osaka Prefecture operated as an essential trading hub, where the boisterous capital city of Osaka still overlooks the industrial Osaka Bay to the west. Once a port town but now the third largest city in Japan, the glittering city of Osaka is like Tokyo’s rowdy younger sibling, famous for its laidback nature and slower pace of life. Far less serious than their Tokyoite counterparts, the people of Osaka harbor a widespread love for comedy shows performed in the Kansai dialect, matched with a wild party culture that seems to never sleep. Osaka Prefecture is also the center of the Osaka-Kyoto-Kobe regional trifecta, collectively known as the Keihanshin metropolis area. 

As the capital of Kansai, Osaka is proudly attributed with the creation of two classic Japanese food favorites: okonomiyaki (savory Japanese pancake, “grilled as you like it”) and takoyaki ( molten balls of batter filled with octopus pieces and topped with savory-sweet sauce). Lovingly nicknamed the “Nation’s Kitchen,” Osaka has a loud reputation for high-quality food and so much of it. The region’s obsession with food fuels the local motto, kuidaore, meaning (and encouraging) “to eat yourself into ruin.” You’re spoilt for choice with street food on every corner (kushikatsu deep-fried skewers is a must-try) and izakayas offering all-you-can-eat dining; let alone the number of high-class restaurants serving fresh fugu (pufferfish) and premium wagyu beef. Osaka Castle lies in the heart of the city, while the colorful characters of Universal Studios live on the city’s outskirts, plus all kinds of business, shopping, and nightlife from Namba to Shinsekai, with pockets in-between and beyond.

Browse cooking classes, tastings, dining experiences, and food tours in Osaka! Lovingly nicknamed the “Nation’s Kitchen,” Osaka has a loud reputation for good food.

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Osaka Prefecture is the birthplace of Kansai-style okonomiyaki and many classic Japanese street foods. Centered around Osaka (the prefectural capital), the clash of trade, traditions, and modern technologies contributes to the dynamic energy of this prefecture overlooking Osaka Bay.

Kobe Beef Market to Table Experience with a Chef

Kawaramachi in Gifu Prefecture was a prosperous port during the Edo era, located along the Nagara River. This charming neighborhood in Gifu City is renowned for its traditional crafts and confectioneries, as well as its well-preserved old architecture. History is alive in Kawaramachi, and today, it is famous for the 1300-year-old practice of Ukai (cormorant fishing), which uses cormorant birds to catch ayu sweetfish in the evening, by the light of a burning fire.  
 
This ayu dining experience will allow guests to taste the local cuisine of Kawaramachi, featuring ayu sweetfish prepared in a variety of ways over the 9-course meal, including charcoal-grilled, as tempura, and in a sushi roll. The masterfully-crafted meal places a spotlight on this regional delicacy, culminating with an exceptional bowl of ayu ramen. The broth is light, but packed with umami, and topped off with a fillet of ayu that has been grilled over charcoal. 
 
Join this dining experience to experience the authentic and unique ayu cuisine of the Nagara River region. If you’re visiting Gifu Prefecture, this ayu dining experience must be a part of your itinerary, and if not, the local traditions make Gifu worth a special trip. 
 
The dishes in this ayu course meal include:
-Appetizer platter
-Grilled sweetfish sushi roll
-Ayu rillette, white ripe cream and seasonal vegetable salad
-Charcoal-grilled / natural ayu salt-yaki
-Charcoal grilled / ayu urakayaki (cultured sweetfish)
-Tempura of young ayu and seasonal vegetables (ayu sansho salt)
-Pickles / tsukudani
-Homemade gelato
-Ayu ramen

The fruits of centuries-old cormorant fishing practices in Gifu, have a taste of the ayu sweetfish across an array of courses during this dining experience. Book now

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Ayu Sweetfish Regional Dining Experience in Gifu

Japan is known worldwide as a paradise for food, action-packed manga, and loyal samurai. This dining experience combines it all, with a heart-racing performance and an all-you-can-eat dining experience.

Venture to the underground Tokyo Robot Restaurant and prepare for an otherworldly experience. The show is led by skillful and energetic performers, including taiko drum players that create a rip-roaring atmosphere with upbeat Japanese festival music. To the sound of the drums, you’ll be bombarded by a mishmash of neon-lights, lasers, swords, panda costumes, feathers, and epic battles on gigantic lobster-shaped floats, dancing robots, and more. You’ll be dazzled as you struggle to wrap your head around this creative fantasy!

The show is combined with an all-you-can-eat sushi dining experience. So, before or after this carousel of Nipponese entertainment, fill your belly with some unforgettable sushi! If you are always looking for local curiosities while on vacation and you have an insatiable hunger for good food, this is the plan for you!

Roll up your sleeves and dig in with your chopsticks! You can choose from 60 different varieties of exquisite sushi. Among mild and unique flavors, bright and subtle colors, you’ll definitely find something that suits your taste. And if you are already a sushi-fan, explore the numerous options and find your new favorite!

Take part in the ultimate Tokyo experience: all-you-can-eat sushi and psychedelic dancing robots at the Tokyo Robot Restaurant.

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Robot Restaurant Show and All-You-Can-Eat Sushi

Go big or go home! This combined dining experience includes an all-you-can-eat yakiniku dinner and the extraordinarily chaotic and extravagant Robot Restaurant show. 

Join the crowds of visitors that have left Tokyo’s Robot Restaurant feeling a bit confused, yet totally satisfied with the bizarre show. One of Tokyo’s most hyped performances is a crazy mishmash of manga-like characters, Pokémon-style battles, and up-beat festival music. The common thread of a panda costume, a lobster-shaped float, squads of drum players, and clumsy dancing robots weaves through this Robot Restaurant show. Prepare to be bombarded by neon-lights and lasers and surprised by sword battles, and giant animals.

A show packed with fun, followed by a dinner stuffed with juicy, marbled beef slices. Take a seat at a typical Japanese-style barbecue restaurant. Fatty cuts sizzling on the table-side griddle, red lean meat curling from the heat, an enticing dipping soy sauce, crunchy and colorful veggies, and a generous bowl of rice, perfectly complement the meat’s flavor.

Sit on the tatami mat at low tables with sunken seating, keep your chopsticks out of flame’s reach, and discover the true volume of your stomach!

Attend the most exciting show in Tokyo, with dancing robots, taiko drummers, and extravagant floats. Then, indulge in a lavish all-you-can-eat Japanese barbecue!

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Robot Restaurant Show and All-You-Can-Eat Yakiniku Feast

Smiling sumo wrestlers look like soft-hearted giants, just to turn into powerful combats during a match! If you couldn’t get the chance to watch a match, or you better prefer a front-row-seat kind of experience, join this dining experience and jump in the ring! But prepare to be sumo-smashed.

This extraordinary dining experience will give you information and insights into sumo history and the current lifestyle of sumo wrestlers, including some hilarious personal stories from two retired sumo wrestlers. These big, funny guys will show you both the legit and banned techniques unique to this discipline, as an introduction to three real matches! Buckle up and enjoy an exclusive sumo show!

If you dare, you can change into your sumo attire (a special costume is set aside for you) and challenge the ex-sumo wrestlers at their own sport. Give all that you have got, and then take a photo together to commemorate the match.

Don’t want to take on the physical challenge? You’ll still love the next part of this unique experience. Chanko nabe is a flavorful hot pot dish whose main components are usually chicken and a lavish heap of colorful vegetables. Chanko is the sumo dish par excellence and pros eat a tremendous amount of it, along with tons of rice, in order to maintain or gain weight to help them fight their opponents. While the serving of chanko nabe provided to the general public at chanko restaurants doesn’t quite match the quantity consumed by these massive athletes, it is still a hearty and filling dish that will challenge the capacity of your stomach. Fun fact: the staff cooking your chanko nabe are also retired sumo wrestlers!

Lunch Menu:
-Chanko Nabe
-Rice
-Deep-fried pork
-Salad
-Potato salad
-Oolong tea, water, or hot water 

Dinner Menu:
-”Black pork and Salt” flavor chanko nabe
-Tempura (shrimp and seasonal vegetable)
-Chirashi sushi (rice topped with sashimi and avocado)
-Salad
-Steamed egg custard
-Sherbet

Before feasting on chanko nabe hot pot, the famous fuel of sumo wrestlers, you’ll meet two retired sumo wrestlers and learn the sport of sumo! Book now on byFood.

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Eat Chanko Nabe and Fight Like a Sumo Wrestler

Tick the Robot Restaurant off of your Tokyo bucket list and beef up your Tokyo trip with a whimsical dinner in Wonderland.

The Tokyo Robot Restaurant show will bombard you with neon lights and upbeat music. You’ll get caught in a whirlwind of clumsy dancing robots, lobster or dragon floats, epic samurai battles, and energetic drum players. Flamboyant costumes, demon masks, Japanese festival beats, swords and lasers, a panda, feathers, and more will entertain and amaze (and maybe confuse).  

As for your dinner, hit an Alice in Wonderland-themed restaurant prior to or following the show. Here you can bump into human-sized statues of playing cards or Tweedledee and Tweedledum and the interior decor is curated to the nines. Half walls are made into a hedge and benches are filled with heart-shaped cushions. Sitting at your classy upholstered chair in true Mad Hatter’s style, enjoy the Western-style dishes with Cheshire Cat’s eyes, White Rabbit and Alice herself sneaking into your banquet thanks to the themed plating. 

Truffle risotto, four-cheese pizza, and flavorful aged pork are just a few of the delicacies offered on the menu. You get to choose from three options, all including a lip-smacking dessert!

Plan A*:
Assorted appetizer
Citrus flavored green salad with walnut and parmesan cheese
French fries with herb butter flavor
Aged pork with herb and roasted vegetables
Seasonal mousse

Plan B*:
Assorted appetizer
Citrus flavored green salad with walnut and parmesan cheese
Pizza styled yeast bread with quatro cheese
Aged pork with herb and roasted vegetables
Seasonal mousse

Plan C*:
Assorted appetizer
Caesar salad with whey pork bacon and romaine lettuce
Pizza styled yeast bread with quatro cheese
Aged pork with roasted vegetables and steak frit
Truffle flavored soup risotto
Assorted desserts

*Menus are subject to changes based on the season.

Enjoy dinner at the Alice in Wonderland themed restaurant and a show at the Tokyo Robot Restaurant! Book now on byFood and venture into entertaining new dimensions.

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Tokyo Robot Restaurant and Alice in Wonderland Themed Meal

Hit one of the most talked-about shows in Tokyo at the Tokyo Robot Restaurant to get your fix of enthralling entertainment while in Japan! The restaurant is located in buzzing Kabukicho, in Shinjuku, a must-visit nightlife destination within the Tokyo metropolis. 

The show throws you into the midst of a bizarre, over-the-top manga-style video game. Buckle up and enjoy the experience. The Tokyo Robot Restaurant features epic battles on lobster-shaped floats, a gigantic snake, dancers in samurai costumes jumping to the sound of clashing swords, and a clumsy robot dance that will make you smile. Be amazed by the energetic taiko players banging their drums, of lasers, dragon robots, and ever-present neon lights.

Your restaurant for the night will be a samurai-themed establishment. Black or red armor and embroidered kimono on display create the perfect atmosphere for a lavish banquet of Japanese dishes. You can choose from two menu options featuring some signatures dishes of the Japanese cuisine, such as fresh sashimi, noodles, succulent meat skewers, and many more delicacies. Look out for the Japanese castle-shaped plate! Make the best out of your night in Tokyo and enjoy this endless carousel of fun. 


Menu B*:
Assorted appetizers
Egg, cream cheese with pickles, seasoned cod roe
Japanese-style caesar salad
Red sea bream and tuna sashimi
Fried pork on skewers
Shrimp tempura
Steamed pork and vegetables
Broiled salmon sushi
Dessert

Menu C*:
Assorted appetizers
Egg, cream cheese with pickles, seasoned cod roe
Duck and long green onion salad
Assorted sashimi
Assorted tempura
Steamed pork and chicken
Zaru soba noodles
Steamed egg custard with assorted ingredients
Dessert

*These are sample menus that change based on the season.

Visit the Tokyo Robot Restaurant and watch an epic performance! Then, enjoy a special meal at a samurai-themed izakaya (Japanese gastropub). Book now on byFood. 

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