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Japan Culinary Tour: Kyoto to Tokyo

Discover Japan through its cuisine. From street food to kaiseki, markets to master chefs.

Itinerary Snapshot

Day 1: Countryside Escape & Craft Beer

Begin your journey with a warm welcome in Tokyo, followed by a peaceful escape to rural Chiba. Enjoy a brewery tour, farm stay, and a seasonal dinner made with local produce.

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Day 2: Slow Food & Farm Life

Immerse yourself in traditional food-making and rural hospitality. Learn about local ingredients and join a miso-making class before relaxing over a homemade Japanese dinner.

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Day 3: Tokyo Flavours & Temples

Return to Tokyo for a hands-on cooking class focused on ramen and gyoza. Explore the historic district of Asakusa and enjoy a casual food tour in a lively neighbourhood.

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Day 4: Sushi, Sake & Street Life

Experience the contrast of Tokyo’s high-end cuisine and street culture. Taste omakase sushi, sample premium sake, and wander through buzzing food halls and famous districts.

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Day 5: Market Bites & River Cruise

Start with Tokyo's bustling fish market before an afternoon stroll through retro shopping streets. End the day with a dinner cruise offering city views and delicious dishes.

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Day 6: Bullet Train to Kyoto

Travel to Kyoto by Shinkansen, sampling Japan’s unique station bento culture. Explore Nishiki Market and the lantern-lit alleys of Gion by night.

 

Day 7: Temple Cuisine & Timeless Kyoto

Discover Zen gardens and ancient temples, and savour a traditional Buddhist vegetarian meal. Visit Kyoto’s iconic sites and enjoy dinner at your own pace.

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Day 8: Osaka Street Food Tour

Dive into Osaka’s lively food scene. Visit vibrant markets and shopping streets, and try making takoyaki, the city’s most famous street snack.

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Day 9: Kobe Flavours & Sake Tasting

Take a day trip to Kobe for panoramic views, herb gardens, premium beef, and a sake brewery visit. Return to Osaka for a relaxed evening with optional fine dining.

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Day 10: Castle Views & Comfort Food

Wrap up your journey with Osaka’s comfort food, a castle visit, and a walking food tour featuring local izakaya, hidden eateries, and a celebratory farewell toast.

Many bottle of Japanese sake at the Sake Museum in Echigo Yuzawa Town

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