Top Kanto Dining Experiences - page 2

Get an inside look into Japan’s ancient, traditional national sport: sumo wrestling. Travelers can find it hard to gain access to the wrestlers’ stables without local help. On this morning training tour you’ll see the athletes practicing, close up. Enjoy this exclusive insight into Japanese culture and history through this fascinating sport.

For foodies visiting Japan for the first time, steak and sake are two must-try items, but many travelers don’t know where to find the best bites and bars. This wagyu and sake tasting experience in Shinjuku takes you beyond just dining out by helping you learn more about the flavor profiles of each delicacy. Plus, you’ll taste many varieties of wagyu and sake for a well-rounded culinary experience.

Okonomiyaki has been a popular dish for a long time and is considered a type of Japanese soul food. Whether at home, at festivals, or in restaurants, okonomiyaki is loved for its versatility and the fun experience of cooking it on the griddle. Okonomiyaki is a type of Japanese pancake made with flour, eggs, cabbage, and various other ingredients such as meat, seafood, and noodles, cooked on a griddle. The batter is made by mixing flour with water, and then other ingredients like vegetables, meat, or seafood are added. It is cooked on a griddle and served with condiments like sauce, mayonnaise, and aonori (dried seaweed). There are two taste of it ,sea food and meat ,you can choose which one you like .

Experience a thrilling live sumo show in Tokyo’s Ginza. Enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine while witnessing the power, spirit, and spectacle of Japan’s national sport on a full-scale dohyo stage. WHY MUST EXPERIENCE : ・Watch an authentic live sumo performance on a full-scale dohyo ・ring in Ginza ・Enjoy a traditional Japanese kaiseki meal while watching the show ・Experience Edo-period sumo reimagined with sound, lighting, and visual effects ・English-language performance suitable for all audiences ・Visit the on-site sake bar and souvenir shop for a full cultural experience

Learn more about traditional Japanese culture during a fun small-group workshop in Shinjuku. Get changed into a comfortable, stylish, easy-to-wear kimono and sit down for a presentation on tea. Learn about the different varieties and their cultural importance in Japan. After, try making a bowl of matcha tea the traditional way with the right tools, and enjoy drinking a refreshing cup.

Explore the best that Tokyo has to offer on a full-day private sightseeing tour. Choose from a set itinerary or customize your own with your English-speaking driver to see the locations of the most interest to you. Visit key landmarks like Sensoji Temple, the Skytree building, the Shibuya crossing and more as you listen to commentary about the history and culture of the city.

Refine your cooking skills and enrich your knowledge of Japanese cuisine during a kaiseki ryouri (haute cuisine) cookery class in Tokyo. In a small group, limited to a maximum of eight people, prepare up to eight different dishes featuring Wagyu beef, Japanese vegetables, and traditional seasonings. Then, sit down to feast on the fruits of your labors, accompanied by sake and green tea.

Tokyo has no shortage of great ramen spots, but this class lets you go a step further by learning how to make ramen from scratch. Create three different styles—”miso”, “shoyu”, and “tonkotsu”—and use a professional noodle machine to prepare fresh noodles yourself. With a small group size, you can benefit from plenty of hands-on time and personal guidance from your instructor throughout the experience.

Break up a day of sightseeing with this small-group sake tasting tour in Tokyo. Sip, swirl, and sample over 30 different bottles of sake, as you deepen your understanding of this popular Japanese rice wine with an expert guide. Learn about manufacturing processes, production areas, and flavors as you swap tasting notes with fellow travelers. Plus, each tasting comes with a curated selection of appetizers to refresh your palate.

Don’t just eat at ramen shops while you’re in Tokyo–why not learn how to make an authentic bowl of ramen at home? Make the noodles from scratch, prepare a rich broth, and learn how to cook the chashu pork for Jiro-style ramen. In Akihabara, discover Japanese seasonings and foods at a grocery store to enhance your culinary experience.

Take a deep dive into the world of Japanese seafood during this tour of the outer Tsukiji Fish Market. See where Michelin-starred chefs shop for ingredients at this iconic market for all things aquatic. Investigate stalls selling fish, shellfish, and everything in between, and feast on top-quality food including high-grade Wagyu beef skewers, fish cakes, sushi or seafood bowl, and seasonal fruit. Plus, enjoy other samples along the way.

If you are new to the city and don't speak Japanese, finding Tokyo's best bars (with the signs written in kanji) can be tricky. This small-group guided nighttime tour of Shibuya takes you to multiple izakaya-style bars that you'd be unlikely to find alone. Enjoy multiple handpicked drinks—including all-you-can-drink at one venue—and local dishes along the way, which equate to a full meal, while you soak up the local atmosphere.

Discover Tokyo's must-see landmarks on the deluxe coach tour including a Matcha experience, admission to Skytree, and a Tokyo Bay ferry(sometimes no cruise). Stroll the natural scenery at Meiji Shrine and drive past Akihabara, Ueno and other major attractions en route to the Imperial Palace. Then explore Asakusa with historical temples, shopping, matcha tea and Japanese Izakaya Lunch! In the afternoon, enjoy a 360° panoramic view from Tokyo Sky Tree and relaxing at Tokyo Bay Cruise. Return to Shinjuku while enjoy the view of the Tokyo city. ・Discover Tokyo's the most iconic landmarks on the coach tour efficiently ・Try Authentic Matcha experience & IZAKAYA Lunch at Historical place, Asakusa ・Benefit from skip-the-line admission to skytree which is the tallest broadcasting tower in the world ・Get a light breeze of Tokyo Bay Ferry (sometimes no cruise) ・A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour ・Also, multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, DE, PT, UK

Indulge your inner foodie and learn to make ramen and gyoza like a pro with this cooking class in Tokyo. After visiting a local market and heading to a spacious kitchen, enjoy a hands-on experience with a local chef and discover how to prepare the perfect noodle soup (ramen) and minced pork dumplings (gyoza). Then, savor your creation in a fun atmosphere.

Experience a Japanese tea ceremony in a warm and friendly way. Make traditional wagashi sweets, wear a yukata for photos, and learn to prepare matcha like a tea master with your bilingual Japanese host—without the pressure of a formal ceremony. Build new connections and enjoy the bold taste of authentic Japanese matcha. Small groups only, mini-games, and even a few unfunny jokes from your host included!

Create your own handmade souvenir while learning a new skill and gaining greater insight into Japanese culture during a private calligraphy session. Choose whether you want to paint your Japanese kanji character onto a t-shirt, a lantern, or a traditional folding umbrella. Your private instructor will tell you all you need to know to create beautiful calligraphy. Fit up to 15 people in your session with advance notice.

Seeking out the well-concealed back-alley bars of Tokyo's Shinjuku district is notoriously tricky for outsiders. Take the guesswork out of your trip on this guided tour that takes you barhopping to Izakaya bars in two different alleyways in Shinjuku with a small group. Experience the backstreets of Tokyo and authentic street food and drinks (included) while your guide shares insights into local culture in this atmospheric part of the city.

Experience Tokyo's nightlife and club scene on this multi-venue pub crawl, and visit locations you'd miss if venturing out alone. With discounted drinks, a welcome shot at each bar, plus free entry, it's a great way to hit the town without breaking the bank. Plus, it's a great way to meet like minded travelers without resorting to the usual tourist haunts.

In 4 hours, you will experience Japanese culture and hospitality at home.The experience included origami, hand-made udon noodles, Japanese food, sushi and tempura.Experience matcha and Japanese sweets after meals.We'll make it with you.Drinks (sake, beer, shochu and soft drinks) are free.As a souvenir, in calligraphy, Keiko writes your name on a colored paper.Through this experience, you become a member of our homecoming TAKA and making friends around the world is one of our goals.We will welcome you as a family the next time you visit our home! ★ Vegetarians and vegans can also enjoy all dishes with different ingredients.

Make sushi, create a bento, and eat it inside Tokyo’s legendary Tsukiji Market. Craft 10 premium sushi pieces and arrange them into a beautiful, traditional Bento box at Tsukiji. Use professional tools and master the art of food styling. Enjoy your delicious handmade sushi! *Make a sushi bento in our original traditional Japanese bento box! *Use high-quality ingredients like tuna & salmon & vegetable to make 10 pieces *Discover traditional Japanese kitchen tools and professional knives *Quick 1-hour session for up to 16 guests. Perfect, small-group fun for families! *Your booking funds the market's and helps preserve the local market future

Join a premium sake-tasting experience in central Tokyo, where sommeliers guide you through a curated selection of seven exclusive sakes with unlimited refills over 4 courses, each paired with gourmet bites. Each course is themed to amplify the enjoyment of sake while making it easy to learn about the beverage. This intimate session delves into the art of sake, exploring its diverse flavors and brewing techniques in a luxurious tasting room.

Take a closer look at the fascinating world of sushi, extending from the ocean to your plate, during this 4-hour sushi-making class and a visit to the outer Tsukiji fish market. Tour one of the world’s largest seafood markets with a guide as you learn how fish is caught, distributed, and sold. Then turn your attention to sushi-making, learning to prepare nigiri sushi with the help of a sushi master. Finish your experience by enjoying your creations for lunch.

Japan might be most famous for its sake, but the country’s varied terrain creates excellent conditions for growing grapes. This wine-tasting experience showcases Japan’s native grape varieties and lets you try lesser-known Japanese wines that are rarely exported, for a unique culinary experience that takes you beyond sushi stalls and sake bars.

Get the most out of your time in Tokyo by learning an essential Japanese culinary skill—how to prepare sushi from scratch. To ensure you get the perfect package to suit your preferences, you can choose between a standard class or one that includes sake tastings. With expert guidance from an instructor, you can pick up authentic techniques for making different sushi styles that go far beyond what you’d learn from a recipe alone.