Japan
Savor Japan's flavors: markets, classes, tastings, and feasts
Highlights
Discover hidden gems and adventurous eats in Ginza and Yanaka on guided walking tours.
Dive into Dotonbori's takoyaki, kushikatsu, and okonomiyaki at bustling street stalls.
Master nigiri and rolls hands-on in Osaka for an interactive culinary memory.
Sample Japanese wines paired with local bites in a cozy Pontocho setting.
Taste colorful crepes and sweets on a fun food tour through trendy streets.
Explore local bars for sake, yakitori, and convivial evenings.
Where to Eat
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Ippudo Ramen
Shiromaru Hakata-style ramen with thin noodles.
What to Do
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Shimbashi Hidden Gem Walking Tour
3-hour alley tour with Wagyu, sake, skewers, and ramen tastings.
Adventurous Japanese Food Tour in Ginza
Walking tour sampling fugu, horse meat, yakitori, and ramen.
Old Town Tokyo Food Tour - Yanaka
3-hour tour with seasonal lunch, tea ceremony, and wagashi.
Good to Know
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Master Public Transit
Use JR Pass for inter-city shinkansen; Hyperdia app for local routes.
Book Experiences Early
Food tours and classes fill fast; use Klook or Viator apps.
Etiquette at Izakaya
Pour for others first; no tipping; say 'itadakimasu' before eating.
Street Food Rules
Eat while walking ok for markets; double-check 'no double-dip' at kushikatsu.
Budget Tracking
Meals $20-50 pp; tours $50-100; daily total ~$200/couple excl. transport.
Couple-Friendly Tips
Many tours are couple-suited; share plates to sample more.
Weather Prep
Layer for variable spring/fall; comfy shoes for 10k+ steps daily.
Language Hack
Google Translate camera for menus; 'oishii' means delicious.
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