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Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (13 Dishes at 4 Local Eateries) - Kabukicho: nightlife, food, and local context
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Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (13 Dishes at 4 Local Eateries)

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

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

Spend about three hours walking through Shinjuku with a guide such as May, Hoshi, Igor, or Kei, stopping at an izakaya, food stall, traditional eatery, and gastrobar. You’ll sample 13 dishes, enjoy two drinks, and see Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai. The route suits first-time Tokyo visitors who want food and local context in one evening.

“Exactly what you want when visiting Tokyo. Perfect for foreigners or first time visitors. Highly recommend”

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Sushi Making Tokyo Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class - What the sushi techniques are like for a beginner
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Sushi Making Tokyo Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

2.Sushi Making Tokyo Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,971 reviews · from $59

Near Senso-ji in Asakusa, you’ll learn maki rolls and nigiri step by step with English-speaking instructors such as Moe, Kazu, Ken, or Arisa, depending on the session. The 1-hour-40-minute class covers sushi history, preparation, and hands-on practice, then serves your finished sushi as lunch. No cooking experience is needed.

“This was so fun! Ellie, Moe, and the behind the scenes team were so kind and engaging. The food was delicious, and we learned a lot. Suitable for anyone who likes sushi and wants to learn how it is prepared.”

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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour - Meeting at Tsukiji Honganji Temple
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Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour

3.Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour

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

Start at Tsukiji Honganji Temple, then follow a local guide through Tsukiji’s outer market for dashi, tea, fish cakes, omelette, seafood, Wagyu, fruit, and sushi or a seafood bowl. Guides such as Kiyo, Naz, Shoko, and Masa add food and cultural context. Expect crowds, walking, and a fish-focused menu.

“Our tour guide, Take, was full of history and knowledge of the food and culture. Take communicated well and gave a nice variety of different types of food. The food we sampled was really good! My favorite was the squid! I never ate sushi but wanted to be open minded! It was really good, especially the eel. There is a bit of walking, but it was worth it!”

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Osaka: Shinsekai Food Tour with 13-15 Dishes at 5 Eateries - First stop: takoyaki and oden at a local stall
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Osaka: Shinsekai Food Tour with 13-15 Dishes at 5 Eateries

4.Osaka: Shinsekai Food Tour with 13-15 Dishes at 5 Eateries

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

Spend three hours walking Shinsekai with an English-speaking guide such as Kevin, Tommy, Mio, or Taka. Visit five small eateries for takoyaki, kushikatsu, udon, yakitori, gyoza, tonpeiyaki, and more. The small group is limited to nine people, with two drinks included. Come hungry, and check first if you have dietary restrictions.

“Nice guide, interesting tour around Shinsekai and ate at small local places, all well organised and delicious”

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Osaka Food Tour: 13 Dishes at 5 Local Eateries - The first stop: Osaka classics and local eating habits
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Osaka Food Tour: 13 Dishes at 5 Local Eateries

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

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

Spend about three hours in Osaka’s Shinsekai district with a local guide such as Tommy, Mario, Mari, or Brian. Visit five small eateries, try 13 dishes including takoyaki, gyoza, kushikatsu, and kitsune udon, and enjoy two drinks. Expect plenty of fried food, local stories, quizzes, and a walking route you might not manage alone.

“Nick was a great tour guide and was able to accommodate our large party of 11. All the food stops were both interesting and delicious. We loved learning about the rich history of Osaka. Would highly recommend and, come hungry!”

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Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (15 Dishes and 4 Eateries) - Meeting near Shinjuku Station
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Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (15 Dishes and 4 Eateries)

6.Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (15 Dishes and 4 Eateries)

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

Spend three evening hours with an English-speaking guide such as Daichi, Fu, Aika, or Igor, sampling up to 13 Japanese dishes at four local stops. Walk through Golden Gai, Omoide Yokocho, and Kabukicho while trying sashimi, sake, tonkatsu, yakitori, takoyaki, and seasonal specialties.

“Your was great, fun and well organised. Our guide Sabina was lovely and very knowledgeable.”

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Tokyo: Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Asakusa - The first few minutes: sushi history with a quiz
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Tokyo: Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Asakusa

7.Tokyo: Roll and Authentic Sushi Making Class in Asakusa

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,957 reviews · 1h 40m · from $58

In Asakusa, English-speaking instructors such as Hitomi, Moe, Jun, and Kaori guide you through sushi history, a quiz, maki rolls, and nigiri. You prepare both styles, then eat your work. The 100-minute class suits solo visitors, couples, families, and first-time cooks, with vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options available by advance request.

“pika, Moe's, Honorable, and Kensington were all amazing and helpful and I'll definitely comeback to do more”

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Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto - Choosing broth flavors and preparing toppings
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Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

8.Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,937 reviews · from $131

At Ramen Factory Kyoto, you make noodles by hand, mix your own broth, prepare toppings, and eat the finished bowl for lunch. Instructors such as Mahiro, Moeka, Haruka, Fuku, and Hiro guide the class with humor and patience. Vegetarian, vegan, and Halal options are available by request.

“I had an amazing time learning from Moe how to make Ramen. She is an amazing instructor and knows what she is doing!”

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Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (4 Stops, 14+ Tastings) - Starting with Nishishinjuku and several small plates
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Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (4 Stops, 14+ Tastings)

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

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

Spend three and a half hours eating and drinking through Shinjuku with a bilingual local guide. Visit up to four izakayas for 14 or more tastings, including skewers, sashimi, comfort food, and sake. Guides such as Taiga, Yusuke, Nobu, Chi, and Jo add local food tips and neighborhood context. Group size is capped at 10.

“Tadashi was the BEST guide! He was fun, knowledgeable and such a foodie being a trained sushi chef!! We ate and drank so much that our tour went longer than expected because everyone was having so much much fun! I highly recommend this tour and especially with Tadashi!”

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Kyoto Night Foodie Tour in Gion (9+ dishes + 6 Sake tastings) - Pontocho: a second meal in a famous dining district
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Kyoto Night Foodie Tour in Gion (9+ dishes + 6 Sake tastings)

10.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 your way through Gion and Pontocho with a local guide. Expect Kyoto vegetables, regional dishes, small bars, Japanese sake, and plenty of neighborhood history. Groups are limited to seven. Guides such as Jimmy, Kumi, Rika, Yuki, and Emma are praised for making the evening friendly and easy to follow.

“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 - Five stops and 15-plus dishes
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Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour:15 Tastings & 3 Drinks with a Local

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

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

Spend three hours eating through Shinsekai with guides such as Andy, Anna, Adam, Tim, or Scott. Try karaage, yakitori, takoyaki, udon, oden, kushikatsu, dessert, and more at five small local eateries, with three drinks included. The route also covers Tsutenkaku, Osaka food culture, and the area’s unusual past.

“Great tour to try a variety of street food. Anna was a wonderful guide - personable, knowledgeable, and very fun. Food was delicious, family owned spots. Recommended.”

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Tokyo: Sushi Making Class in a Happi Coat near a Famous Spot - From chef’s demonstration to your first nigiri
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Tokyo: Sushi Making Class in a Happi Coat near a Famous Spot

12.Tokyo: Sushi Making Class in a Happi Coat near a Famous Spot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,377 reviews · 1h 30m · from $42

In a 90-minute Tokyo workshop, you’ll learn to shape tuna and salmon nigiri, plus maki or other sushi styles depending on the session. English-speaking instructors such as Hide, Mikoto, Ami, and Masa guide beginners step by step. You’ll wear a traditional happi coat, make a generous meal, and can request vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free ingredients in advance.

“Our host, Emi and our sushi chef were very friendly and encouraging and we learned how to make nigiri and onigiri rolls. We will certainly be trying this at home!”

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Nishiki Market Brunch Walking Tour (7 Tastings + Brunch) - Pontocho adds atmosphere before the food
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Nishiki Market Brunch Walking Tour (7 Tastings + Brunch)

13.Nishiki Market Brunch Walking Tour (7 Tastings + Brunch)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,355 reviews · from $68

Spend about three hours walking from Shijo Bridge through Pontocho and Nishiki Tenmangu to Kyoto’s Nishiki Market. A guide such as Yuki, Yusuke, Chie, or Hikaru leads up to six people through seven tastings and a sit-down brunch, with tour photos provided. Expect local food, cultural context, and a crowded market.

“It was disappointing😞. While the tour guide Aina was helpful, pleasant and spoke clearly, the food selections were poor. Tasting tours on other countries go to different restaurants and we get a drink with the food. Meat stick shown in the picture was not even an option. Just a large bazaar food court and we didn’t do that many tasting unless you count rice and a sip of black bean tea. Only two tastings were of a reasonable size. I couldn’t tell you if we got any more than two. The only other tasting were tiny samples given out to everyone stopping by. The brunch was one of three small…”

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Sushi Making Tokyo! Popular Maki Sushi & Japanese Sushi（+Recipe!） - Why Asakusa makes a sensible base
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Sushi Making Tokyo! Popular Maki Sushi & Japanese Sushi（+Recipe!）

14.Sushi Making Tokyo! Popular Maki Sushi & Japanese Sushi（+Recipe!）

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,314 reviews · from $63

In Asakusa, an English-speaking instructor guides you through two Japanese sushi styles: rolled maki and hand-formed nigiri. You receive the ingredients, make your own meal, and learn some sushi history along the way. Ken, Sato, Momo, Yuto, Kento, and Matti are among the instructors named for this class.

“The sushi was amazing and the teachers were excellent. The class was in English and they were able to make accomodations for my gluten-free daughter.”

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Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class - What happens during the 1-hour-40-minute class
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Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

15.Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,220 reviews · from $31Best value

Make a maki roll and several pieces of nigiri in a relaxed Osaka class near Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi. English-speaking instructors guide you through sushi technique, history, and presentation before you eat what you prepare. Instructors have included Aina, Reika, Fuko, Matty, Yui, and Arisa. No cooking experience is needed.

“It was a good class. A little less history and more sushi making and eating time would have been nice. A good informative class though.”

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