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Private Home-Style Cooking Class in Osaka with Local Mom Yoshiko

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from $111

Why choose this tea ceremony experience in Tokyo? - Authentic tea ceremony with premium Matcha sourced directly from Kyoto. - An educational experience: Learn tea history and Zen etiquette from a master. - Wear a beautiful kimono with professional fitting and elegant hair styling. - Full English guidance by expert hosts in a peaceful, traditional setting. - Chair seating is available upon request for your comfort and accessibility.

Shinjuku : Authentic Tea Ceremony with Matcha & Kimono

Shinjuku : Authentic Tea Ceremony with Matcha & Kimono

Learn more about Japanese culture and cuisine during a small-group sweet-making class in the fashionable Harajuku neighborhood. Meet your instructor and accompany them to their home, where you can see how inner-city Tokyoites live. Your instructor will show you how to make nerikiri sweets from bean paste, sugar, and other ingredients. Then it’s your turn. Enjoy eating the sweeets with a cup of freshly prepared matcha tea.

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from $52

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Make Traditional Nerikiri Sweets & Matcha experience in Shibuya

This half-day tour is an ideal choice for time-tight travelers visiting Tokyo. Avoid the hassle of navigating by having a private guide to show you around the city. A perk of the tour is that you won’t waste time going to sights that don’t interest you, as the route can be customized. A sample itinerary may include Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Shibuya Crossing, Takeshita Street in Harajuku, Imperial Palace, and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.

Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

4 hoursFree Cancellation

(1,595)

from $105

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.

Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Food Walking Tour with 5 Tastings

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

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from $107

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour

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.

(15,837)

from $124

Tokyo Bar Hopping Tour in Shinjuku (All-You-Can-Drink + Dinner)

Tokyo Bar Hopping Tour in Shinjuku (All-You-Can-Drink + Dinner)

(3,884)

from $108

Private Japanese Cooking Class in Sapporo with Local Chef Shiori

The greatest feature of this activity is that it is a fully private experience combining a guided walk around the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ujigami Shrine with an authentic matcha experience. Led by a former maiko, the experience goes beyond the taste of matcha to introduce the essence of Japanese culture through movement, space, and ma. The subtle sense of pause and harmony, explained in a clear and approachable way. After tasting several varieties of matcha, you will also prepare your own bowl of matcha in a traditional tearoom. By seeing, listening, tasting, and practicing, you can experience Japanese tea culture in a truly immersive way. As this is a completely private experience, it allows families and couples to enjoy a calm and intimate time without concern for other participants.

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from $108

Uji Matcha Tasting & Tea Ceremony with Former Geiko + Uji Walk

Uji Matcha Tasting & Tea Ceremony with Former Geiko + Uji Walk

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from $115

Mochi is one of Japan’s most popular treats—sticky rice cakes with a variety of sweet or savory fillings. On this tour, learn how mochi is made from a local chef in her own home and get hands-on as you make your own. Create different varieties such as red bean filling, mochi ice cream, mitarashi dango (skewered mochi with sweet soy), or wagashi (candy-style mochi), then sit down to sample your creations with traditional matcha tea.

Mochi Making at a Private Studio in Tokyo

Foodies and seafood lovers won’t want to miss this tour to one of the most famous markets in the world: Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market. See where tons of fish and seafood are traded every day, and get the chance to try some seriously fresh seafood at the stalls around the market. This tour also includes an added cultural element: as well as a trading area, Tsukiji is home to some important Japanese shrines. Learn more about various aspects of Japanese culture on this multifaceted trip.

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from $83

Tokyo Pub Crawl

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(666)

from $24

Tsukiji Fish Market: Behind the Scenes & 10 Seafood Tastings

Tsukiji Fish Market: Behind the Scenes & 10 Seafood Tastings

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Ramen Making Experience in Sapporo

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from $93

Sushi Making & Sake Tasting at a Michelin-Listed Hidden Gem

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from $67

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from $89

Private Home Cooking in Yanaka – Local Flavors in a Warm Setting

The Dashi, you can get instructor's homey original recipe.

(180)

from $118

Ninja Samurai 2-hour hands-on lesson by Japanese master in Tokyo

Ramen Making from Scratch +Akihabara Tour –Tokyo Cooking Class

(219)

from $104

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson

(130)

from $119

Learn Japanese dishes and culture at one of the largest gourmet cooking schools in Asia

Japanese Pottery Class in Tokyo

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from $96

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.8

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from $26

Yanaka Walking Tour: Historic and Traditional District of Tokyo

Step back in time to ancient Tokyo during this exploration of the city’s historic Yanaka district. Discover a different side of the sprawling Japanese capital that dates back to its Edo period of the 16th through 19th centuries, admiring the area’s charming mix of temples, springtime cherry blossoms, and timeless ‘reien’ (cemetery). A guide accompanies you on your visit, providing additional details about Japanese history and local culture.

Yanaka Walking Tour: Historic and Traditional District of Tokyo

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $70

Tokyo Private Tour by Vehicle with English-Speaking Chauffeur

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Freely set up plans Guided Private Tours in Tokyo

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from $451

Per group

4 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $128

Discover the history and traditions of Asakusa on a half-day tour of this older part of Tokyo. Get an in-depth experience as you ride through the district by rickshaw, then stroll along the main shopping street where you sample traditional Japanese snacks. Stop into the famous Sensoji temple, then head to Kappabashi Kitchen street. Finish the tour at a traditional restaurant where you learn to make okonomiyaki (savory pancake).

Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour

Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour

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.

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from $87

Unlimited SAKE Tasting《OVER-THIRTY-BOTTLES》From ALL OVER JAPAN!

Unlimited SAKE Tasting《OVER-THIRTY-BOTTLES》From ALL OVER JAPAN!

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from $83

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Faye_M, Jun 2026

Matcha and mochi

Cool tea ceremony close to Dotonburi. You are served sweet mochi and learn/ experience Japanese tea ceremony. Then you do the matcha whisking yourself after. A con would just be that the activity next door was pretty loud, so it kinda disrupted the tranquility of the ceremony, but I'll still give it 5 stars.

Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka

Evan_T, Jun 2026

AMAZING!!! Fumi and Risa...

AMAZING!!! Fumi and Risa were the most amazing teachers with a great sense of humor! We were a family of 8 with our age ranges from 9 years to 86 years and everyone had a great time. The studio is incrediblely clean and organized, the class is easy to follow, fun, and ver organized with printed steps for you to take home. Everyone got to participate and the meal was amazing. Everyone wanted to do another class with the ladies. Arigato!

Ninja Samurai 2-hour hands-on lesson by Japanese master in Tokyo

darrel_g, May 2026

Highly recommended. Well worth it

Fantastic experience. I was the only one in the group so I had a personal experience. I had a throughly enjoyable time. His teaching was excellent. I learnt about the history as well as the experience. He also gave me the opportunity to have photos done as well. Well worth it. Highly recommended. One of the highlights of my visit to Japan

Sangenjaya Back Alleys Private Food and Drink Tour

Ken_G, May 2026

Can’t Miss!

This excursion, without a doubt, was absolutely a blast! We visited places that we would have never found on our own. Simon is a great host, and you soon see him as a part of your group rather than a guide. Lots of laughs, interesting drinks, and even more interesting foods. This is one experience that, if you like to toss back a drink or two, you should not miss if you’re visiting Tokyo! I’d do it again in a heartbeat…in fact, we did, once wasn’t enough! This is a can’t miss if you want something very unique.

Sushi Making Tokyo Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

Nashiya_L, Apr 2026

Best sushi making place

This was so fun, with jokes and learning the backstory of sushi, it was great. The fish was fresh and the rice was so good, I secretly ate some while making the sushi. I would highly recommend this place, especially for families. I came with my two young kids and they both had a great time !

Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI

Seanna_S, Feb 2026

Learning about the...

Learning about the history of tea ceremonies was very interesting and I have a whole new appreciation for matcha leaving this experience. Dressing up and being able to take pics was also incredibly fun! The ladies who helped with the dressing and hair were also incredible. Highly suggest!

Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony: Camellia Flower Teahouse

Kiriana_W, Jan 2026

From our first step into...

From our first step into the door, all the ladies were very inviting and kind. The process of the tea ceremony was educational but heart felt. The tea master made the experience even more of a special experience. We very much enjoyed this experience and will treasure it forever.

Small-Group Wagyu Beef and 7 Japanese Dishes Tokyo Cooking Class

Lydia_M, Dec 2025

Perfect way to spend a morning in Tokyo!

This was such a fun way to better understand Japanese food and culture. Our instructor spoke perfect English and explained everything clearly. The dishes were simple but delicious and we were able to prepare a beautiful meal in two hours. Highly recommend!

Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Tour and Sushi Making Lesson

Christeena_S, Nov 2025

A Delicious and Educational Morning!

Walking through Tsukiji Market with Miho was such a wonderful experience. She shared so much information about the market, the different vendors, and what foods are worth trying — it really brought the whole place to life. Hiroko was our amazing instructor for the sushi-making class. She was patient, encouraging, and gave us great tips on preparing miso soup and seasoning the rice properly. I especially loved learning how to make the Japanese egg omelette, but the highlight was definitely mastering a sushi roll! I highly recommend this experience — it’s a fantastic way to learn from locals and get hands-on with authentic Japanese cooking.

Tokyo Pub Crawl

Allison_S, Aug 2025

Fantastic

I had the most amazing night ever! I have not danced that much or met that many cool people in probably 20 years. We had so much fun and they told us to keep going and we certainly did. Wonderful hosts and great venues. Definitely do it especially if you’re so good traveler, but I met a lot of couples and groups and we all had a blast together.

Shibuya All You Can Eat Best Food Tour The Original One in Tokyo

Jessica_R, Jul 2025

Delicious, Fun, and High Quality – A Must-Do Tokyo Food Tour!

This was one of the best food tours I have ever done. Kato was our fabulous guide. He was warm, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about Japanese food and culture. His communication before and after the tour was exceptional. We knew exactly where to meet and when, and he answered questions ahead of time. Afterward, he sent us photos and even shared extra recommendations. The food was excellent and truly all-you-can-eat, which is rare for a food tour, especially one with this level of quality. We had takoyaki, dorayaki, and obanyaki, followed by a generous yakiniku dinner and an incredible sushi feast at a local izakaya. Everything was fresh, delicious, and well-paced. The tour also included fun stops at Daiso, Don Quijote, and Miyashita Park, which gave it a nice local feel beyond just the food. We also appreciated seeing some sights and learning about the culture along the way, including spots like Hachiko Square, Shibuya Crossing, and Nonbei Yokocho. This is definitely a pricier food tour, but it is worth every penny. The amount and quality of the food, thoughtful itinerary, and outstanding service made it one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a high quality, memorable evening in Shibuya.