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Food and drink activities in Honshu

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Tea Ceremony Experience in a private tea room in Shibuya

Here, you'll learn about the art of the tea ceremony and explore organic matcha in detail, without the strict rules and dress codes of the formal ceremony. • We’ll begin by talking about Japan’s traditional tea ceremony, as well as the history of produce matcha, which is now celebrated globally for its health benefits.. • I’ll walk you through how matcha is made and the differences between rare premium organic matcha which is only 2% produced in Japan and the other lower quality matcha. • After learn about the tea ceremony and matcha, I will prepare matcha in the formal tea ceremony style and serve it to the guests. • Finally, I’ll guide you through the process of making your own matcha, ensuring you understand the techniques you’ll use. ・At the end of the activity, you'll have some free time to ask questions about the tea ceremony and matcha. Additionally, if you wish, you'll have the opportunity to purchase high-quality organic matcha and original tea tools as souvenirs.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

The Hidden World of Japanese Sake and Honkaku Shochu

Sip & Discover the Japanese Sake and Honkaku Shochu with an expert ! Duration: 45 mins [00:00 - 00:20] — Basics of Japanese Sake and Honkaku Shochu [00:20 - 00:30] — Enjoyment through Sake Vessels [00:30 - 00:45] — Sake and Shochu Tasting The Japan Sake and Shochu Information Center; is a PR facility of the Japanese Sake and Shochu Makers Association, with the purpose of introducing the entire charm of Japanese Sake, Honkaku Shochu, and Awamori to people worldwide through seeing, touching, and experiencing their history and culture. The facility features symbolic items related to Japanese national alcoholic beverages, including large wooden barrel displays and various tools, along with exhibitions of sake vessels from various regions. Visitors can also sample approximately 100 varieties of Japanese sake, Honkaku Shochu, and Mirin which items change almost every month. For Airbnb experience, we have prepared a special sake and shochu tasting course led by the Center's director.

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Try an exquisite Ten-course fruit sashimi tasting

Get ready to discover new ways to taste the nuances of fruits and learn about sustainability in a 1.5-hour experience featuring 10 exquisite fruit sashimi dishes. • You’ll be welcomed and get a brief introduction to the elevated art of fruit sashimi, its pieces intricately sliced to highlight their natural flavors and textures. • Enjoy three innovative and seasonal fruit sashimi dishes accented with spices, herbs, and specialty salts. • Sample two carefully curated drinks that add depth to the tasting experience. This tasting is a journey through flavor and texture that highlights the spectacular beauty and flavors of fruit.

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Sweet Japan: Make Mochi & Dorayaki, Enjoy with Matcha making

At my cozy kitchen, you’ll learn how to make traditional and delicious Japanese confectionery (wagashi), including namagashi (fresh sweets) and yakigashi (baked treats), along with preparing matcha tea. • Make four types of wagashi with my step-by-step guidance: tricolor dango (three-colored sweet rice dumplings), fresh fruit daifuku (fresh fruit wrapped in soft mochi rice cake), mochi ice cream (demonstration only), and dorayaki (sweet red bean pancake sandwiches). You’ll even emboss your dorayaki with a traditional hot stamp design! • Before we get hands-on, I’ll share insights into the cultural significance and techniques behind each Japanese treat. •At the end of the lesson, you’ll have the chance to experience a short tea ceremony, where you’ll learn how to prepare matcha by whisking it yourself and enjoy it alongside the sweets you made. If you prefer, you can also choose green tea or hojicha instead. You’ll leave with a satisfied sweet tooth and new skills inspired by Japan’s rich wagashi tradition.

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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 2016 reviews

Authentic Shinjuku Food & Drink Crawl with Yoshi

Have you ever wanted to truly immerse yourself in the local scene, eating and drinking as if you were a local in “Omoide Yokocho (Memory Lane aka Piss Alley” or “Golden Gai(nostalgic bar district)”? This is actually possible only with this tour from Japan Local Experience!　 Shinjuku ward is home to approximately 5,000 dining venues. Yoshi, who has meticulously explored every izakaya (tavern) and bar in the area, will guide you to only the most carefully curated spots. This tour is made possible by Yoshi’s strong trust and connections with the owners of these izakayas and bars. Both Omoide Yokocho and Golden Gai are incredibly charming places, and just walking through them is a missed opportunity in my opinion. You’ll also explore Kabukicho, Asia’s premier nightlife district. Immerse yourself in its uniquely vibrant and chaotic atmosphere. Since you’ve come all this way, I want you to experience it fully. Over 8000 guests have participated in this tour, which has received high praise for six years as a “once-in-a-lifetime experience!. Why not spend an unforgettable evening in Shinjuku, becoming a local with Yoshi and enjoying a fun time?

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 3817 reviews

Tsukiji (Old) vs Toyosu (New) S.S Tour

(1) Normal morning version Shijomae station 5:46am start Finish 11:30am at Toyosu market (2) Afternoon version (no tuna auction time) Shijomae station 12:30pm start Finish 4:00pm at Toyosu market. (3) Sunday•Wednesday special version. Tsukiji Honganji temple 9:00am start Finish 12:00noon at Toyosu market (2) Afternoon version (3) Wednesday / Sunday version are no tuna auction time. another schedule and meal are same. Please note it! We'll start at the new Toyosu—the world's largest fish market. Watch Tuna auction first, also several Market shops, We'll then go to the outer area known as the Tsukiji old market and Tsukiji Uogashi, a new building with fish-selling areas, including a background area, After taking some shopping time, we'll purchase a variety of fish and head back to Toyosu new outer Market name of “ Senkyaku Banrai”. We'll prepare for you at our new restaurant in here, Kaisekistyle lunch--Traditional Japanese Cuisine--, Kaisen Donburi—sashimi rice bowls—with fresh seafoods and more. Please note that the markets are lively and changing each day. Please arrive on time and be aware that the experience can run over time. Other things to note We'll go to the Tsukiji old market after that and enjoy comparing the two marketplaces. And at last, you can walk Toyosu new outer market name of “ Senkyaku Banrai “

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 2863 reviews

Izakaya Food Tour in Shinjuku

We will explore the greater part of Shinjuku, the busiest area in Tokyo to show you popular spots as well as hidden gems. We'll have a couple of bites during the city walk. We'll then head to two izakaya restaurants that are popular among the locals. Places we visit range from modern to traditional, and if you are looking to try just ramen and sushi, this might not be the right one for you. Throughout the evening, we’ll taste different Japanese foods and drinks, learn about our pub food culture and history, and spend time with other foodies. Also, we offer an optional sake tasting session where we will try 5+ different craft & seasonal sake at our own sake bar in Shinjuku before the tour at 3:30pm (optional & price not included). *We may have extra spots available even if you don't see availability. Please send a message to ask! Other things to note We will walk a lot! Wear comfortable shoes and come hungry. Let me know if you have food restrictions beforehand. Also, the maximum number of guests is 10, including people from other platforms.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 1580 reviews

Off The Beaten Path Osaka Local Bar Crawl

Top rated entire Japan foodie/drinks bar crawl here. Not like the other tour in touristy area! Please read detailed guest review to get to know more about my tour ! "Let's get away from TOURIST TRAP like Doutonbori/Namba/Shinsekai area and dive into deep local side with real local who was born and raised Osaka city ! Experience of this bar crawl will walk around deep side of Osaka, If you’re looking for "off the beaten path" munchies experience beyond Namba or Dotonbori area in Osaka, HERE is for YOU who want to glimpse what a real local night life is. Let me take you to three SPECIAL standing bars where they originally opened as "liquor store" turned out to be a "Tapas Bar". Great things that we will have quality food/drinks as very reasonable price! You will encounter a bunch of flavorful food/drinks surrounded by full of local. You will be fit in well to local life without language barrier to have Japanese mom's cooking, seasonal sashimi, variety of meat and veggies. You can also buy a quality Sake/whiskey bottle in order to have your souvenir! Let's enjoy the real local night out together like a local. Other things to note Food/drinks are NOT included in the tour fee. Average food/drink costs is about 7000yen in TOTAL 3 restaurant. You will be stuffed! Vegetarian friendly! LGBTQ friendly! Non-alcohol option. Message me if apps doesn't show up the date you want.

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