BEST OF · GOURMET FOOD TOURS IN JAPAN

The 4 Gourmet Food Tours in Japan to Book First

4 tours  ·  from $30 a head

Good gourmet food tours in Japan run small groups and fill up weeks ahead. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Tokyo: Toyosu Tuna Auction &Tsukiji Market Gourmet Adventure - Toyosu’s tuna auction from the public viewing deck
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Tokyo: Toyosu Tuna Auction &Tsukiji Market Gourmet Adventure

1.Toyosu Tuna Auction &Tsukiji Market Gourmet Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 187 reviews · 3h 30m · from $122Our pick

Watch Tokyo’s tuna auction, eat fresh seafood, and compare Toyosu with Tsukiji on this early morning guided market tour.

“The tuna auction experience was fantastic. Our guide, Tim, was extremely knowledgeable and explained every step of the auction clearly. He also gave great recommendations for shops and places to eat around the Toyosu and Tsukiji markets, which made the whole morning even better. A unique and memorable activity that I definitely recommend.”

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Kyoto Michelin Ramen Workshop or Painting Ramen Essentials - Mixing, rolling, and cutting the ramen noodles
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Kyoto Michelin Ramen Workshop or Painting Ramen Essentials

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Kyoto: Ramen Bowl Painting and Michelin Cooking Class

3.Ramen Bowl Painting and Michelin Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 96 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $64

Paint a ramen bowl, assemble Michelin-nominated Musoshin ramen, and enjoy a family-friendly Kyoto workshop with free kiln firing.

“Both the hosts were lovely and attentive. Exceptional quality of food, a lot of preparation to make the activities easy and fun yet taste like restaurant quality food. Would highly recommend, was a fun way to learn more about ramen and the culture.”

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Kanazawa Gourmet Experience Omicho Market Tour - The 80-minute market walk
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Kanazawa Gourmet Experience Omicho Market Tour

4.Kanazawa Gourmet Experience Omicho Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · from $29Best value

Explore Kanazawa’s Omicho Market with a local guide, tasting seafood, sweets, and regional food while learning about Japan’s kitchen culture.

“Yugi was fantastic; thoughtful selection of food and stalls in the market! We had a great conversation and he kindly walked us to our next destination.”

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