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9 Japan Cooking Tours & Packages trips. Tours from 8 tour companies. 7 reviews.

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Japan Real Food Adventure
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Kanazawa, Kyoto, Osaka, Takayama, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Learn the tricks of the trade when you take part in a hands-on sushi-making class in Tokyo, pick local produce from the market before a cooking class in Kanazawa and make your own okonomiyaki in Osaka.
  • Meet local farmers during a day trip from Kyoto to the Uji region, the home of green tea production. Tour the green tea and matcha farms, enjoy a hot cuppa, then walk the streets of Uji city, stopping on the way to see the Ujiami Shrine.
  • When you’re not busy eating, enjoy iconic experiences like wandering the streets of Tokyo, Kenroku-en garden in Kyoto, the glowing signs of Osaka’s Dotonbori district, learning Buddhist history in Koya-san and walking through Kyoto’s Gion district.
  • Feast on delicious Japanese cuisine, from street food to restaurant favourites – including ekiben, sushi, matcha, takoyaki, okonomiyaki and fresh seafood.
  • Sip on sake, the national drink of Japan, during a visit to a local sake brewery in Kyoto. Learn how sake is made and maybe even pick up a bottle (or two) to take home.
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Themes

Culinary & Wine

What travelers are saying

"Michelle Middleton is an asset to the customer care team. Easy and honest communication throughout!"

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Best of Japan with Cherry Blossom(Mini Group Tour)
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By Odynovo
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They create handcrafted custom trip plans 70+ countries worldwide, giving you a personalized and unique travel experience.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Take a boat trip on the Sumida River to enjoy the cherry blossoms along the coast
  • Take a cruise on Lake Kawaguchi to enjoy the majestic Mount Fuji
  • Wear a kimono to experience the tea ceremony and kaiseki cuisine
  • Experience a food walking tour in the bustling Dotonbori
  • Interact with the cute deer in Nara Park

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Found company on the internet and we were a bit nervous. Alick Peng put a 12 day tour together for us, our dates didn't fit in with a full guided tour, and it was magnificent. We enjoyed every day, hotels, food and especially the guides, Ayumi especially. The itinerary was first class and we even managed to travel between towns on our own. Tickets, routes, and guidelines were clear and easy to follow. The only time we got lost was trying to get out of Tokyo station. Once again, thanks."

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Japan's Highlight with Cherry Blossom(Mini Group Tour)
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By Odynovo
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They create handcrafted custom trip plans 70+ countries worldwide, giving you a personalized and unique travel experience.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit iconic attractions such as Meiji Jingu Shrine and Sensoji Temple.
  • Take a boat tour of Lake Kawaguchi and enjoy the magnificent view of Mount Fuji.
  • Cruise on the Sumida River and watch the cherry blossoms along the coast.
  • Wear a kimono to experience the Japanese tea ceremony and cooking class
  • Encounter the cute deer in Nara Park

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Found company on the internet and we were a bit nervous. Alick Peng put a 12 day tour together for us, our dates didn't fit in with a full guided tour, and it was magnificent. We enjoyed every day, hotels, food and especially the guides, Ayumi especially. The itinerary was first class and we even managed to travel between towns on our own. Tickets, routes, and guidelines were clear and easy to follow. The only time we got lost was trying to get out of Tokyo station. Once again, thanks."

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Custom Designed Trip
Lodging level
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Physical level
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Highlights

  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Japan Adventure 13 Day
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit temples, shrines and castles as you deep dive into Japan’s rich and fascinating history
  • Get up close to the famous red faced snow monkeys of Jigokudani
  • Cruise around Hakone by pirate ship and cable car, for outstanding views of Mount Fuji
  • Learn how to wield a samurai sword under the watchful eye of a Samurai descendant
  • Sleep in the company of monks in a 1000 year old Buddhist temple

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Local Immersion & Homestays, Train & Rail Journeys, Sailing, National Parks, High Adventure, Scuba Diving, Singles Travel

What travelers are saying

"My daughter and I were repatriated because she contracted dengue fever. Though I do not hold Intro responsible for acts of nature, I do hold them responsible for the way they respond to acts of nature. Our 30-year-old guide could not handle an emergency and was busy with the other guests taking them on the prescheduled tours and taking care of his needs like going to the gym. My daughter had a fever on Saturday morning, which was reported to our Intro guide. We left Mexico on Monday and on Thursday the Mexico tour manager finally got back to me. It falls on Intro’s corporate policies and systems of support to help guests during emergencies. Their current systems at best are abysmal. Intro cannot expect a guide to deal with emergencies and manage the tour at the same time. They should have a support team for situations like this instead of leaving guests out to figure it out in a foreign country while the rest of the tour group is out having a fabulous time and the guide is unreachable my phone. I am in shock that Intro mishandled such a serious situation with 15 years in the business. The company dropped the ball multiple times but it is inexcusable to provide zero support during a medical emergency. I purchased the best insurance and I arranged and prodded and called and hussled to get my daughter care. In the meantime it was radio silence on Intro’s end. I had to pay over 1000$ usd out of pocket just to get basic care. I am appalled at the lack of care, compassion, and customer service. The only reason we stood a chance is because I made all the arrangements and I had excellent insurance. Intro endangers the lives of the people they are paid to serve through negligence and dereliction. My mistake after traveling to 28 countries on my own was thinking we would be safe with a tour company based in the U.K. and Australia. My daughter will be hospitalized for four days and three nights in the United States. She has had ongoing medical care because of the severity of the illness which Intro has minimized. There’s a reason why I took her out of Holbox immediately. The care she received in Mexico pales in comparison to what she is getting in the United States. During a tropical storm, Intro decided it was best to take us to an island that was on the coast, flooded, and remote. The conditions on the island were abysmal. Most of the island was in accessible by foot or vehicle because of severe flooding. Their drivers leave much to be desired in terms of safety. The accommodations are hit and miss as is the food offered. Some of the accommodations were great. Some of the accommodations were subpar. I brought my concerns to the guide multiple times only to be told that I needed to have requested an upgrade."

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Traditional Japan
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Learn and practice japanese
  • Discover the daibutsu of kamakura
  • Enjoy tour zen buddhist temples in kyoto
  • Have fun at hanabi

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Education / Learning, Festivals & Special Events, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Jose was an awesome tour guide 10/10 would recommend. The activities where great and the Studytrip team helped making my first trip to japan unforgettable. Thanks for that guys."

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Japan's Culinary Heritage
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit Kanazawa's local food market which has attracted residents and visitors for almost 300 years
  • Hunt for wild vegetables (Sansai) with a Sansai expert and learn traditional cooking methods with the Gokayama community
  • Learn the art of earth-oven cooking with a 70-year old grandmother in Hida-Furukawa and visit a locally-run sake brewery in Takayama
  • Visit a family-run organic farm and join family members at an outdoor cookery experience amongst their rice fields in Asuka
  • Visit Awaji island to learn about its seafood culture and enjoy a beach lunch with a local food-designer chef
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Themes

Cultural, Culinary & Wine

What travelers are saying

"We walked the self-guided Nakasendo Trail in October coordinated through Oku Japan. Everything was perfect, maps were easy to follow, accommodation was amazing and the scenery and walk was beautiful. The customer service from Oku Japan was above and beyond. We are already thinking about our next trip and will definitely be booking through them again. Well done Oku Japan we had a great time and apologies for not doing a review sooner."

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Wabi-Sabi Japan; Zen Gardens & Historic Temples
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Sushi Breakfast in Tokyo at the former fish market
  • Indulging in a Royal Kaiseki Feast
  • Visiting the Golden Temple Kinkaku-ji
  • Contemplating at the most famous Zen Garden in the World
  • Eating at a 400-year-old Noodle House
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Themes

Cultural, Women Only

What travelers are saying

"Still can’t believe the trip of a lifetime is over. How did we get so lucky? I miss you all."

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Japan Explorer School Tour
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Experience the fusion of ancient and modern worlds
  • Explore Tokyo’s famous temples and sights, including a cruise of the Sumida River
  • Discover historic and cultural Kyoto with its magnificent temples
  • Enjoy the great view of the Giant Tori Gate in Miyajima Island
  • Explore modern Osaka Castle and the city’s other unique sights

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

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Japan Real Food Adventure
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Kanazawa, Kyoto, Osaka, Takayama, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Learn the tricks of the trade when you take part in a hands-on sushi-making class in Tokyo, pick local produce from the market before a cooking class in Kanazawa and make your own okonomiyaki in Osaka.
  • Meet local farmers during a day trip from Kyoto to the Uji region, the home of green tea production. Tour the green tea and matcha farms, enjoy a hot cuppa, then walk the streets of Uji city, stopping on the way to see the Ujiami Shrine.
  • When you’re not busy eating, enjoy iconic experiences like wandering the streets of Tokyo, Kenroku-en garden in Kyoto, the glowing signs of Osaka’s Dotonbori district, learning Buddhist history in Koya-san and walking through Kyoto’s Gion district.
  • Feast on delicious Japanese cuisine, from street food to restaurant favourites – including ekiben, sushi, matcha, takoyaki, okonomiyaki and fresh seafood.
  • Sip on sake, the national drink of Japan, during a visit to a local sake brewery in Kyoto. Learn how sake is made and maybe even pick up a bottle (or two) to take home.
Show more

Themes

Culinary & Wine

What travelers are saying

"Michelle Middleton is an asset to the customer care team. Easy and honest communication throughout!"

Trip dates & details
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Best of Japan with Cherry Blossom(Mini Group Tour)
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By Odynovo
premier
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They create handcrafted custom trip plans 70+ countries worldwide, giving you a personalized and unique travel experience.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Take a boat trip on the Sumida River to enjoy the cherry blossoms along the coast
  • Take a cruise on Lake Kawaguchi to enjoy the majestic Mount Fuji
  • Wear a kimono to experience the tea ceremony and kaiseki cuisine
  • Experience a food walking tour in the bustling Dotonbori
  • Interact with the cute deer in Nara Park

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Found company on the internet and we were a bit nervous. Alick Peng put a 12 day tour together for us, our dates didn't fit in with a full guided tour, and it was magnificent. We enjoyed every day, hotels, food and especially the guides, Ayumi especially. The itinerary was first class and we even managed to travel between towns on our own. Tickets, routes, and guidelines were clear and easy to follow. The only time we got lost was trying to get out of Tokyo station. Once again, thanks."

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Japan's Highlight with Cherry Blossom(Mini Group Tour)
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By Odynovo
premier
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They create handcrafted custom trip plans 70+ countries worldwide, giving you a personalized and unique travel experience.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit iconic attractions such as Meiji Jingu Shrine and Sensoji Temple.
  • Take a boat tour of Lake Kawaguchi and enjoy the magnificent view of Mount Fuji.
  • Cruise on the Sumida River and watch the cherry blossoms along the coast.
  • Wear a kimono to experience the Japanese tea ceremony and cooking class
  • Encounter the cute deer in Nara Park

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Found company on the internet and we were a bit nervous. Alick Peng put a 12 day tour together for us, our dates didn't fit in with a full guided tour, and it was magnificent. We enjoyed every day, hotels, food and especially the guides, Ayumi especially. The itinerary was first class and we even managed to travel between towns on our own. Tickets, routes, and guidelines were clear and easy to follow. The only time we got lost was trying to get out of Tokyo station. Once again, thanks."

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Japan Cooking Tours & Packages Reviews

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Robyn

Oct 2015

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Our guide, Akemi provided thoughtful and efficient

Our guide, Akemi provided thoughtful and efficient care, all details covered to ensure the smoothest transitions and attention to the individual interests of each me...

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Carole

Oct 2015

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The locations were lovely and our guide

The locations were lovely and our guide Akemi Nozawa was excellent. We enj...

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Nicola

Sep 2015

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The variety itinerary combined the hustle and

The variety itinerary combined the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and Osaka with tranquil stays in Koyasan and Nikko. Good number of included activities. Great insight i...

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Alan

Sep 2015

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Our tour guide was exceptionally good.

Our tour guide was exceptionally good.

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Benedicte

Sep 2015

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The tour was well organised and our

The tour was well organised and our guide did an excellent job showing us around.

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