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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviewsKyoto Sumo Experience: Sumo Wrestler Challenge with Meal Included *Meals are not included for the 9:30 p.m. night show only.
At Sumo-An Kyoto, you can experience the richness and depth of sumo, one of Japan's oldest traditions, in a unique, enjoyable, and informative way. You can enjoy an authentic sumo-style meal while watching demonstrations of the various “morning training” sessions that sumo wrestlers perform for hours each day.After watching a real sumo match live, try your hand at sumo. After the show, take photos with the sumo wrestlers to create wonderful memories.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviewsIriomote Mangrove Kayak, Trek to Secret Waterfall
Chill out on the Iriomote Island, fulfilled with nature. Paddle through a Mangrove, Trek rainforest jungle to the secret waterfall. Outdoor Local Lunch and Local Tea or Fruits included.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1980 reviewsUnlimited Local Night《ALL-Y-Can-DRINK》Shinjuku Gem
*SHINJUKU LOCAL NIGHT OUT! We'll hop to HIDDEN & DEEPST Izakaya in Shinjuku, ALL unique drinks & LOCAL yummy foods are included in all places! Let's enjoy BEST TOKYO JOURNEY as a local w/ us tonight!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 2277 reviewsOff The Beaten Path Osaka Local Bar Crawl
Top rated local foodie bar hopping tour in Japan! #1 food tour in Osaka on Airbnb 2023/2024/2025.Dive into deep local spot! Let's get away from TOURIST TRAPS Dotonbori Namba Shinsekai area!
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 90 reviewsExperience Making Ramen Starting from Zero
SOBAGIRI-RAKUJYO in Kappabashi offers ramen making from scratch. Mix flour and water, learn in 30 minutes with our fun expert teacher. Clean Japanese-style shop. Top rated on Google Maps.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1183 reviewsWagyu Steak & Sashimi with Japanese Sake Pairing
Enjoy an unique Teppanyaki dining experience with fresh sashimi, wagyu beef, and sake pairing in Osaka. The owner chef presents authentic and refined cuisine. Let's deepen our knowledge of sake!!
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 2563 reviewsExplore Shinjuku's nightlife
Explore Shinjuku’s vibrant nightlife with authentic Japanese dishes and hidden local spots. All food and drinks are included, and we can accommodate dietary restrictions—just come hungry and thirsty!
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 1750 reviewsKyoto Foodie Night Tour
Wander through hidden alleys, visit cozy izakayas, and enjoy authentic dishes with drinks. Tours will be in English. All food tastings are included in the price.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 4488 reviewsToshi Experience World’s largest fish market tour
Buy fresh fish at Tsukiji and Toyosu, then have your haul prepared by a restaurateur.
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 1286 reviewsTokyo: Shinjuku Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl Tour
Explore Shinjuku nightlife with a local & friendly guide, visiting one local izakaya & two bars. Food and drinks are not included, so please bring cash. Perfect for enjoying a fun night out in Tokyo.
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New place to stayMake Japanese-style hot chocolate with milk from Kyoto with a tea ceremony master and chocolatier
Enjoy a moment with the philosophy of Japanese tea ceremonies and a sophisticated French-style chocolatier at a special private counter with only 4 seats.We will provide six carefully selected Japanese spices on a beautiful plate with a Japanese feel.Smell the scents and choose your own unique combination.You can experience making your own hot chocolate using chocolate from the French company Valrhona and milk from Kyoto.
New place to stayCooking class in a traditional Japanese house
Japanese home cooking and fermented food class. vegan/vegetarian friendly example of menu: Croquettes, seasoned rice, miso soup example of fermented food: miso, amazake, shio-koji, etc
New place to stayPrivate Salaryman Food Tour with a Former Chef
Experience Shimbashi on a private evening curated around your tastes. As a former chef, I’ll select the venues, handle Japanese, and guide your ordering. Food and drinks are paid separately.
New place to stayTokyo: Sake Pairing with Fresh Fish in Tsukiji
Learn Sake pairing secrets through a tasting quiz, slice fresh sashimi with a traditional Japanese knife, and roll your own premium unagi sushi in this fun, hands-on food experience!
New place to stayMake a Real Japanese Bento in a Working Kitchen
My kitchen makes 60 bento every week — for a few hours it's yours. Roll a lucky gourd tamagoyaki, cook what's in season, pack your own wooden box, and eat it together. 35 min by train from Hakata.
New place to stayDrink like a salaryman in Shinbashi
Trace salaryman drinking rituals with a seasoned local guide as you move from a German-style beer bar to a vintage standing izakaya and a Nagano sake counter.
New place to stayTaste hidden izakayas in Ameyoko & Ueno
Slip into tucked-away sashimi, yakitori and tempura counters with a local food guide, try takoyaki, oysters and basashi, pause at Marishiten Tokudaiji Temple and end with a classic Japanese dessert
New place to stayJapanese Sushi Making: Temari Sushi & Home Cooking
Make colorful temari sushi and traditional Japanese home dishes while learning practical cooking techniques and the stories behind Japanese food culture.
New place to stayAuthentic Edomae-style sushi making experience @ Hakata
Would you like to learn how to make authentic Edomae sushi from an active sushi chef? First, we will study the history of sushi. Then, I will carefully teach you each step, from cutting the shari to making sushi rolls and how to shape the sushi. The venue is near Hakata Station and about a 15-minute drive from Fukuoka Airport. The taste of sushi you make yourself is exceptional! It should be an unforgettable memory of your trip to Japan.
New place to stayVigan only 本格ラーメン・おにぎり・抹茶体験 in 広島
Experience everything from making the noodles to cooking vegan ramen, and create your own unique bowl.This is a special program where you can enjoy making onigiri, a Japanese home-cooked dish, and a matcha experience.