Food & Culinary Tours & Trips in Japan
What if your Japan trip was all about the food? You'll learn proper soba making, taste whiskeys in little bars, eat what sumo wrestlers eat (it's called chanko-nabe), master Hiroshima's okonomiyaki, watch a geisha perform in Kyoto, visit Himeji's white castle, explore Miyajima Island, and hit Tokyo's food scene hard. Come hungry, leave understanding why people obsess over Japanese food.
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James • traveled in April
Unbelievable tour. The best food I've ever had, and our guide was lovely. Can't wait to go back to Japan.
Japan Real Food Adventure
10 best Food & Culinary Japan tour packages
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- Japan Real Food Adventure
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Japan Real Food Adventure
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Almost everything was perfect organized.”
Andrea, traveled in March
From Tokyo's Tsukiji Market sushi to Osaka's street food paradise in Dotonbori, Japan's diverse flavors await. Local cooking techniques come alive in Kanazawa homes, while premium teas flourish at Uji farms, and Buddhist vegetarian cuisine delights at Koya-san temple.
Duration 11 days Destinations Tokyo, Takayama, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Koya-san, Osaka Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From
- NZ$7,225
7 Days Japan Culture & Food Family Tour (private guide & driver）Customizable
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Everything was super well organized from start to finish. The food experiences were a big highlight for all of us.”
Sheryl, traveled in May
At Tsukiji Fish Market and Kuromon Ichiba Market, Japan's culinary scene comes alive. Traditional mochi-making unfolds at Nakatanidou while Kyoto and Nara's food culture beckons. Local specialties shine throughout Tokyo and Osaka's renowned food districts.
Duration 7 days Destinations Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From
- NZ$5,693
8 Days Exciting Foodie Adventure in Japan (private guide & driver）
“The tour guides are all so knowledgeable and its just mind blowing hearing about the history of Japan.”
David, traveled in July
Japanese cuisine mastery begins at Tsukiji Market's cooking classes and premium dining at Ningyocho Imahan. Fresh seafood beckons at Kuromon Ichiba Market while an 11-course kaiseki awaits at Gion Kyo-ryori Hanasaki.
Duration 8 days Destinations Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Osaka Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From
- NZ$8,306
Duration 12 days Destinations Osaka, Fukuyama, Hiroshima, Okayama, Kyoto, Mount Fuji, Tokyo Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Tomato Travel From
- NZ$8,921+$565 upfront costs
Japan's finest establishments offer culinary excellence. Kobe beef shines at Tsurugyu, sushi-making mastery unfolds at Tsukiji Market, and sake flows at Gekkeikan Okura Museum. Traditional kaiseki dining accompanies private Maiko performances.
Duration 8 days Destinations Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Odynovo From $6,973
10% Off- NZ$6,275You save $697
Eight specialized cooking classes in Tokyo's Omiya district reveal authentic Japanese cuisine, from dashi-making to wagashi preparation. Regional delicacies like fresh seafood and sake shine through hands-on experience in traditional restaurants across Sado Island, Ise Shima, or Iwate.
Duration 90 days Destinations Tokyo, Sado Island Age Range Ages 18+ Operator World Unite Japan KK From
10% Off- NZ$5,056
A5 Kobe beef dazzles at Gion Moriya, while Uji's famous matcha refreshes. Local specialties from Tokyo's Ramen Street to Osaka's Dotonbori district delight, complemented by stays at premium accommodations including Hotel East 21 Tokyo and Daiwa Roynet Kyoto.
Duration 10 days Destinations Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto, Osaka Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From
10% Off- NZ$9,619
Duration 8 days Destinations Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto, Fushimi, Nara, Osaka Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From $7,736
25% Off- NZ$5,802You save $1,934
Duration 8 days Destinations Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto, Fushimi, Nara, Osaka Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From $7,590
25% Off- NZ$5,693You save $1,898
Duration 7 days Destinations Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto, Arashiyama, Fushimi, Nara, Osaka Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From $7,066
25% Off- NZ$5,299You save $1,766
What our customers ask about Food & Culinary Tours & Trips in Japan
When is the best time to take a Food & Culinary tour in Japan?
Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) offer the most rewarding Food & Culinary tours in Japan when local ingredients reach their peak. Tokyo's Tsukiji Market presents the freshest seafood in spring while Kyoto's restaurants feature cherry blossom-themed dishes. The autumn months bring specialties like matsutake mushrooms and seasonal fish varieties. While tours run throughout the year hotels like East 21 Tokyo and local markets adjust their menus to match the seasons. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Early September temperature was around 30+C for the duration of the trip and we got to try amazing fresh sushi from the Tokyo fish markets."
What are the must-try food experiences on a Japanese culinary tour?
Japanese food tours center around key experiences that define the country's cuisine. Visitors learn sushi-making at Tokyo's Tsukiji Market explore the bustling Kuromon Ichiba Market in Osaka and experience traditional kaiseki dining at Gion Kyo-ryori Hanasaki in Kyoto. The street food scene includes Osaka's famous takoyaki in Dotonbori Tokyo Ramen Street's noodle shops and authentic tea ceremonies in Uji. A TourRadar traveler noted: "My favourite experiences were the fresh sushi from the Tokyo fish markets the make-your-own takoyaki in Osaka and the all-you-can-eat shabu shabu in Kyoto!"
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