Food & Culinary Tours & Trips in Japan
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10 best Food & Culinary Japan tour packages
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SteffJapan travel expert at TourRadar
- Japan Real Food Adventure
- A Taste of Japan - Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
- Aromas of Japan 2025-2026
- 7 Days Japan Culture & Food Famil Tour (private guide & driver）Customizable
- 10 Days Japan Nature and Temple Tour (private guide & driver）
- Japan Gourmet Tour (Customize& Mostly Private)
- Japanese Cooking Course in Japan
- 9 Day Central Japan Gastronomic Journey（Private Guide and Driver）
- 8 Day Central Japan Food & Culinary（Private Guide and Driver）
- 8 Days Exciting Foodie Adventure in Japan (private guide & driver）
Japan Real Food Adventure
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent guide, excellent excursions. Average hotels (one poor), average food (provided by tour).”
Steve, 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 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $7,695
10% Off- NZ$6,925You save $770
A Taste of Japan - Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The homestay was incredible (beyond expectations). The last dinner in Osaka was an incredible meal.”
Jay, traveled in August
The finest Japanese cuisine awaits at Tokyo's Tsukiji Market, Takayama's Hida beef stalls, and Osaka's Dotonburi district. Local specialties from temaki sushi to wagashi sweets delight, while teppanyaki performances and sake appreciation at Gekkeikan Okura Museum inspire. Traditional dining flourishes at family-run minshuku.
Duration 12 days Destinations Tokyo, Takayama, Shirakawa, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Uji, Osaka Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operator Explore! From $8,570
25% Off- NZ$6,390You save $2,180
Duration 12 days Destinations Osaka, Fukuyama, Hiroshima, Okayama, Kyoto, Mount Fuji, Tokyo Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Tomato Travel From
25% Off- NZ$8,524+$540 upfront costs
7 Days Japan Culture & Food Famil Tour (private guide & driver）Customizable
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This tour was a wonderful balance between nature and city life. The accommodations were clean and all of them provided all the necessary toiletries.”
paige, 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 1 to 85 year olds Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From
25% Off- NZ$5,364
Japanese cuisine shines from Tokyo's Tsukiji Market to Osaka's Dotonbori district. Local specialties at Shinjuku Golden Street's izakayas delight, while traditional tea ceremonies in Kyoto and fresh seafood throughout create memorable moments with expert guides.
Duration 10 days Destinations Tokyo, Nikko, Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto, Koya-san, Osaka Age Range 1 to 85 year olds Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From
25% Off- NZ$8,840
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 1 to 85 year olds Operator Odynovo From
25% Off- NZ$5,636
Eight specialized lessons in Tokyo's Omiya district reveal Japanese cuisine's secrets. Traditional techniques from dashi-making to crafting mizuyokan and nerikiri sweets unfold in 1.5-hour sessions, combining hands-on cooking, ingredient education, and dining.
Duration 28 days Destinations Tokyo Age Range 16 to 99 year olds Operator World Unite Japan KK From
25% Off- NZ$1,246
Duration 9 days Destinations Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto, Arashiyama, Fushimi, Uji, Nara, Osaka Age Range 1 to 85 year olds Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From $8,415
20% Off- NZ$6,732You save $1,683
Duration 8 days Destinations Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto, Fushimi, Nara, Osaka Age Range 1 to 85 year olds Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From $7,434
20% Off- NZ$5,947You save $1,487
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 1 to 85 year olds Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From
20% Off- NZ$7,452
What people love about Food & Culinary Tours in Japan
- Japan Real Food Adventure
Unbelievable tour. The best food I've ever had, and our guide was lovely. Can't wait to go back to Japan.
- A Taste of Japan - Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
A wonderful exploration of Japan! We liked the mix of urban and rural environments. Our tour guide was fabulous. We will try another tour.
- 7 Days Japan Culture & Food Famil Tour (private guide & driver）Customizable
I would give more stars if I could !!! Our trip was amazing from start to finish! We let Amber know the days of our flight and how many days we wanted a guide for. We were also asked our interests so they could create a tailored guide. A week before our trip Ivan reached out with our itinerary. It was perfect!!! The hotels were 4.5 star hotels. The day before our flight our driver would message us on WhatsApp to give us peace of mind. Our trip was broken into 3 cities. 1. Tokyo - not only did we have an amazing Guide (Mori) we had an amazing driver. No waiting for parking or uber. Mori was very knowledgeable, professional, and fun. He not only walked us around but he also helped translate and informed us about apps that would help with accurate translations. Mori went above and beyond. Even though we had a Rainy day, Mori was ready with an alternative activity. He even gave us the option to stick with the original activity if we wanted. After that our driver not only took us to the train station to Osaka, he took us all the way to our train. 2. Tokyo/Osaka - when we got off our train, our new driver was waiting to take us from the train to the hotel. The next day we meet our second guide Yuya. Yuya was just as knowledgeable, professional, and fun as Mori. Yuya took us to temples and castles in Kyoto. We went to an amazing Ramen restaurant too. After our trip to Kyoto, Yuya gave us some great places to eat dinner and activities we could do during our free time. 3. Osaka - our guide was still Yuya. He took us to a castle, museum, seafood market, running man, and a ferris wheel. Ivan, Mori, and Yuya made this trip perfect. When we come next time we will be using Ume Travel again!
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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