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15 Food Experiences in Japan to Build a Day Around

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The 15 best food experiences you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (13 Dishes at 4 Local Eateries) - Starting near Shinjuku Station
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Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (13 Dishes at 4 Local Eateries)

1.Shinjuku Food Tour (13 Dishes at 4 Local Eateries)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,603 reviews · from $86Our pick

Walk through Shinjuku with a guide such as May, Hoshi, Igor, or Emma, stopping at four local eateries for 13 Japanese dishes and two drinks. Expect izakaya food, a traditional restaurant, street snacks, and a gastrobar, plus stories about Kabukicho and Golden Gai.

“Delicious and varied food from properly local places, and our guide shared lots of interesting history about Shinjuku and Tokyo. I also left my bag at one restaurant and our guide helped me to retrieve it while keeping the show on the road. Would definitely recommend!”

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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour - Finding your way through Tsukiji Outer Market
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Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour

2.Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,184 reviews · from $99

Meet at Tsukiji Honganji Temple for a three-hour guided walk through the outer market. Expect dashi, green tea, fish cakes, omelette, Wagyu, seafood, fruit, and either sushi or a seafood bowl, with guides such as Kiyo, Naz, Shoko, and Masa sharing food customs and market history.

“Great experience and introduction to the market! Mari was a great host and guide. She was very knowledgeable about the history of the market, and had great connections for the food tastings.”

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Osaka: Shinsekai Food Tour with 13-15 Dishes at 5 Eateries - The first bites: takoyaki and oden
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Osaka: Shinsekai Food Tour with 13-15 Dishes at 5 Eateries

3.Shinsekai Food Tour with 13-15 Dishes at 5 Eateries

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,204 reviews · 3 hours · from $53

Join a small group of up to nine for three hours in Osaka’s Shinsekai district. Local guides such as Kevin, Taka, Tommy, and Mio lead you through five eateries serving takoyaki, kushikatsu, udon, gyoza, yakitori, and more, with two drinks included.

“Kevin was amazing!! He made the tour one of a kind and was definitely the best food tour I have ever been on. I learnt so much about Osaka and Japan culture. Highly recommend this tour and Kevin as ur guide.”

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Osaka Food Tour: 13 Dishes at 5 Local Eateries - From backstreet stall to standing bar
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Osaka Food Tour: 13 Dishes at 5 Local Eateries

4.Osaka Food Tour: 13 Dishes at 5 Local Eateries

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,149 reviews · from $73

Spend about three hours in Osaka’s Shinsekai, visiting five small eateries for 13 local dishes, including takoyaki, gyoza, kitsune udon, and kushikatsu. Guides such as Tommy, Mario, Mari, Nick, and Brian add food stories, quizzes, and local context. Two drinks are included, with extras available at your own cost.

“Taka was an excellent guide who taught us a lot and answered all our questions. We met some wonderful people and went to places that we wouldn’t have been able to find if we weren’t there with a local. Highly recommend!”

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Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (15 Dishes and 4 Eateries) - Meeting at the blue AOKI sign
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Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (15 Dishes and 4 Eateries)

5.Shinjuku Food Tour (15 Dishes and 4 Eateries)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,033 reviews · 3 hours · from $85

Join an English-speaking local guide such as Daichi, Fu, Aika, or Igor for three hours of Shinjuku food and nightlife. You’ll visit four eateries, sample up to 13 Japanese dishes, enjoy two drinks, and walk through Golden Gai, Omoide Yokocho, and Kabukicho.

“Loved this food tour! Loyd took us to some great and so tasty places, really appreciate how he even explain further about Tokyo curiosities. Loyd was so hospitable and welcoming. Can’t recommend this tour enough!”

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Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (4 Stops, 14+ Tastings) - Nishishinjuku Starts the Night With Two or Three Izakayas
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Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (4 Stops, 14+ Tastings)

6.Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (4 Stops, 14+ Tastings)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,863 reviews · from $92

Join Ninja Food Tours for a 3.5-hour walk through Nishishinjuku, Kabukicho, Golden Gai, and Omoide Yokocho. You will visit local izakayas for 14 or more tastings and three drinks, with guides such as Taiga, Yusuke, Nobu, and Chi explaining the food, sake, and nightlife.

“We had a wonderful evening exploring three different traditional venues, each with its own unique atmosphere. The food was excellent throughout, showcasing the best of the local cuisine. Our guide, Taiga, was incredibly knowledgeable and Read more”

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Kyoto Night Foodie Tour in Gion (9+ dishes + 6 Sake tastings) - Gion Shirakawa and Kyoto-style vegetable dishes
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Kyoto Night Foodie Tour in Gion (9+ dishes + 6 Sake tastings)

7.Kyoto Night Foodie Tour in Gion (9+ dishes + 6 Sake tastings)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,762 reviews · from $163

Spend about three and a half hours eating through Gion and Pontocho with a group of no more than seven. Expect Kyoto vegetable dishes, local specialties, drinks, and sake tasting at a standing bar, with guides such as Jimmy, Emma, Rika, and Yuki adding food and neighborhood context.

“Ok experience. The guide was knowledgeable about the area. Too much politics were discussed for my taste,”

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Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour:15 Tastings & 3 Drinks with a Local - Karaage, yakitori, takoyaki, and udon
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Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour:15 Tastings & 3 Drinks with a Local

8.Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour:15 Tastings & 3 Drinks with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,727 reviews · from $73

Spend three hours with a local guide such as Adam, Anna, Andy, Tim, or Scott, tasting karaage, takoyaki, yakitori, udon, oden, kushikatsu, and dessert across five Shinsekai eateries. The small group visits izakayas, stalls, restaurants, and a bar, ending near Dobutsuen-Mae Station.

“Anna was such an enthusiastic guide! She brought to much energy to the food tour, had so much information about the city, and the places we went to have some of the best food I had on my entire Japan trip. Highly recommend!”

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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour - Starting at Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple
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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour

9.Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,724 reviews · from $30Best value

Join an English-speaking local guide for a two-hour walk from Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple through Tsukiji Fish Market and Jogai Market. Guides such as Rie, Haydn, Minori, and Shino help you choose what to taste, but food and drinks cost extra.

“Haydn was really nice and knowledgeable about the food, but I was surprised that we went to a temple for the first part of the tour. While interesting, we could have done without the temple part.”

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Tokyo Night Foodie Tour in Shinjuku - Seasonal Sushi, Wagyu Beef - Omoide Yokocho and the omakase sushi stop
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Tokyo Night Foodie Tour in Shinjuku – Seasonal Sushi, Wagyu Beef

10.Tokyo Night Foodie Tour in Shinjuku – Seasonal Sushi, Wagyu Beef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,161 reviews · from $111

Spend about three hours in Shinjuku with a guide such as Molly, Yuma, Aoi, or Mimi. Enjoy seasonal omakase sushi, grilled Wagyu, a Kabukicho walk, Godzilla Head, and a choice of Japanese dessert or drink. Groups are capped at seven.

“a relaxing food trip of sushi and wagyu. if you want slower paced walking tour in shinjuku this is it.”

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Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai - Tsutenkaku and Jan-Jan Yokocho: Osaka on a skewer
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Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

11.Osaka Local Foodie Walking Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 985 reviews · from $111

Walk from Shinsekai to Dotonbori in about three hours, stopping for kushikatsu, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, drinks, shrines, alleys, and photo spots. With no more than seven people, guides such as Aika, Yuma, and Michiko can give personal food and neighborhood tips, though dietary limits are strict.

“Hiro was very nice and shared a lot about day-to-day Japanese culture. He’s still getting his sea legs as a tour guide. It would have been good to learn more about the cultural info surrounding the food we ate and temple and shrine we visited. We also only got to eat 2 of the 3 foods listed in the tour (missed the takomaki). The first spot for the fried skewers seemed quite local but the 2nd place we went to for the pancake was clearly a tourist spot.”

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Eat and Drink Like a Local: Tokyo Ueno Food Tour-Taverns&Ramen - Through Ameya Yokocho to Okachimachi
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Eat and Drink Like a Local: Tokyo Ueno Food Tour-Taverns&Ramen

12.Eat and Drink Like a Local: Tokyo Ueno Food Tour-Taverns&Ramen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 957 reviews · from $95

Spend three hours in Ueno and Okachimachi with guides such as Aki, Akira, or Shota, visiting standing bars and izakaya restaurants. You will sample sashimi, skewers, grilled dishes, Japanese drinks, and ramen while learning how to order, eat, and drink like a local.

“I had such a wonderful time on this tour with Aki! From the very beginning, Aki was warm, welcoming, and made everyone feel comfortable. The way he shared his knowledge about Japanese food, drinks, and culture was both fun and informative. I learned so much while also laughing and enjoying the experience. The food and drinks we tried were absolutely delicious, and Aki made sure we got a real taste of Japan beyond what most tourists would find on their own. He was also so thoughtful about taking great photos for us, which made the memories even more special. What I appreciated most was how personal and genuine the whole…”

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Tokyo: Shibuya Food Tour (13 dishes and 4 Eateries) - Starting at Tokyu Plaza and finding your guide
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Tokyo: Shibuya Food Tour (13 dishes and 4 Eateries)

13.Shibuya Food Tour (13 dishes and 4 Eateries)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 770 reviews · from $77

Join a local English-speaking guide for a three-hour evening food walk through Shibuya. You’ll visit four eateries and try 13 Japanese dishes, from sushi and dumplings to yakiniku, udon, karaage, and dessert. Guides may include Hoshi, Naruto, Kei, Will, Mat, or Benjamin.

“Our tour guide, Kei is knowledgeable and affable. His passion for sharing the food scene in Tokyo was palpable. He communicated before the meetup with clear instructions on the meeting point and other logistics. He was on time and maintained a great rapport with the group. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking to sample a taste of the local food scene in Tokyo. The fee for this tour was a good value for money and the three hours scheduled for the tour was just right!”

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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour - Finding your way through Tsukiji Outer Market
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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour

14.Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 757 reviews · 3 hours · from $96

Meet at Tsukiji Honganji Temple for a three-hour food walk through Tokyo’s outer market. Your guide leads you to Wagyu skewers, fish cakes, tamagoyaki, fruit, and either sushi or a seafood bowl, while explaining Japanese food customs and Tsukiji’s past. Groups hold 2 to 8 people.

“Excellent tour! Kenji, our guide, showed us all the best places for authentic delicious street food and was also able to tell some fun facts along the way! A truly phenomenal experience, and the food is delicious! This was our second time doing this exact tour, as it was so good last time!”

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Kyoto: Insider Sake Brewery Tour with Sake and Food Pairing - Inside the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
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Kyoto: Insider Sake Brewery Tour with Sake and Food Pairing

15.Insider Sake Brewery Tour with Sake and Food Pairing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 704 reviews · 3 hours · from $87

Meet an English-speaking sake expert at Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum in Fushimi. Walk through the brewing process, compare 10 or more sake styles, then taste them with otsumami in a private tasting room. You’ll learn how to read labels, choose hot or cold sake, and order with confidence.

“What an amazing experience! We loved her approach including the presentation in large format so we all could see it as well as the little business card sized cheat sheet. The museum was educational and the separate tasting was also special. I appreciated the tasting starting on its own and then again wi the food - what a difference! Thank you, again. Truly amazing experience!!”

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