A Culinary Tour Through Japan (12 days, 11 nights)

Who is this for?
This tour is designed for food enthusiasts eager to explore Japan’s culinary capitals through street food, fine dining, and hands-on experiences. Each stop highlights regional specialties and cultural influences. Beyond tasting, travelers engage with Japan’s food culture through sake tastings, tea fields, and a food model workshop. This journey offers a deeper appreciation of Japan’s cuisine, history, and local traditions.

- This is a private tour. Only you and your group will participate. 
- This trip can be tailored according to your preferences. Please feel free to inquire about any specific requests ahead of time. 

Physical Activity:  Low
Length of Trip:  12 days, 11 nights 
Capacity:  2-10 people

Visualize yourself:
- Tasting Japan’s diverse flavors, from casual street food to refined kaiseki dining
- Exploring lively food markets filled with fresh seafood, sizzling skewers, and local treats
- Discovering the stories behind Japan’s iconic dishes and regional specialties
-  Enjoying the high-energy city life and peaceful countryside escapes

FUKUOKA    |    2 nights
Day 1: Travel Day
Arrive in Fukuoka and meet your guide. After a swift transfer to the hotel, take time to explore the city or rest up for the travels ahead.

Day 2: Fukuoka’s Flavor and History 
Included meals: Breakfast,  Lunch, Dinner

Start the day with a trip to Dazaifu to explore its historic streets. It is a place that brings together deep history with elegant shrine architecture. Eat your way to food stalls all along the approach. Sample things like umegae mochi, a local favorite filled with sweet red bean paste, and more. In the evening, visit Nakasu’s food stalls, where local specialties and street-side dining bring the day to a flavorful close.

Day 3: Hiroshima, Spiritual Islands, and Iron Griddles
Included meals: Breakfast,  Lunch, Dinner

Travel by Shinkansen to Hiroshima, then take the ferry to Miyajima to explore its coastal shrines and forested paths. In the afternoon, return to the mainland for a hands-on okonomiyaki cooking class. This Hiroshima specialty layers cabbage, noodles, batter, and sauces into a hearty, savory pancake grilled to order. A day shaped by island views, local traditions, and flavors straight from the teppan.

OSAKA    |    5 nights
Day 4: Osaka After Hiroshima
Included meals: Breakfast,  Lunch, Dinner

Begin with a visit to Hiroshima’s Peace Park , Memorial Museum, and A-dome. Here powerful exhibits offer insight into the city’s past and ongoing message of peace. Then board the Shinkansen for a quick ride to Osaka. In the afternoon, head to Dotonbori to see the iconic site that defines Osaka’s nightlife. 

Day 5: Street Food, Sample-Making, and the Soul of Osaka
Included meals: Breakfast,  Lunch, Dinner
In the morning, take a stroll at Osaka Castle. Visit Kuromon Market for classic Osaka street food. After exploring the market, join a hands-on food sample making experience to craft hyper-realistic plastic replicas of classic dishes. A walk through Kitchen Street follows, lined with specialty shops catering to professional chefs and home cooks alike. End the day in the Cup Noodles Museum to design and create a personalized instant ramen to take home.

Interested in the rest of the itinerary?
Please contact us using the free itinerary request form on the right.