Japan · LUNCH EXPERIENCES
This is the shortlist for somebody landing next month: 15 lunch experiences, priced, with the difference between them spelled out rather than implied.
Cycle through northern Kyoto to temples, shrines, Gion, and a traditional lunch on this small-group Cannondale bike tour.
“We were encouraged to take this tour by some friends who had done it a year ago and raved about it being the best way to learn about Kyoto. After experiencing it ourselves, we can definitely see why they loved it! The tour was a great wRead more”
Review of Tokyo’s Mt. Fuji and Kawaguchiko bus tour, with Chureito Pagoda, lake views, lunch options, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“This was a whoop booty good experience , guide did a great job of explaining the local culture Great Job”
See Arashiyama, Nara Park, and Fushimi Inari in one day, with Kobe beef shabu-shabu lunch and convenient transport from Osaka or Kyoto.
“Our tour guy Gary was Amazing. Definitely worth doing the this tour lots to see and so many historical sites! Very entertaining and fun trip - time just flies by. Highly recommend the tour!”
Review of Kyoto’s small-group Zen temple tour, meditation with a monk, dry garden, Buddhist lunch, timing, value, and practical tips.
“Yutaka was a wonderfully knowledgeable guide and a great person. His enthusiasm for Zen Buddhism and for Kyoto comes through in every site we visited. We enjoyed thoroughly his company, and we very much appreciate his inner kindness. The Zen meditation experience with a monk was priceless. 🙏”
See five essential Osaka sights, ride the subway, walk historic districts, and enjoy ramen lunch with a small English-speaking group.
“The tour was absolutely fantastic, we had so much fun and our guide Takanobu could not have been any nicer. I lost my wallet during the tour - totally my fault, yet he did everything to help me to try to find it. It was the best tour of our trip. Small group made it feel So much more personal. Thank you for a wonderful day 10/10”
Review of Hiroshima and Miyajima’s 8-hour tour, with Peace Park, A-Bomb Dome, ferry ride, Itsukushima Shrine, and okonomiyaki lunch.
“My parents loved this tour. From the very helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly tour guide to the comfort and pacing and finally accommodation of a vegetarian diet, everything was great!”
Snorkel Kerama Islands National Park from Naha with expert guides, coral reefs, tropical fish, lunch, hotel pickup, and free photos.
“This is a must for your visit to Okinawa. It was such a great day with awesome vibes from our amazing guide Britta. Could not recommend highly enough”
Review of Tokyo’s snow monkey day tour, with sukiyaki lunch, winter walking tips, bus times, costs, and honest advice on who should book.
“It was a long day but it was exquisite seeing the monkeys and the beautiful snow scenery. I loved it and have recommended to everyone.”
Learn sumo from retired wrestlers, join a playful bout, and enjoy homemade chanko nabe in Tokyo for $95.
“What a great experience this was. Out of all the tours we did in Japan, the sumo experience was the top one for all of us! Food was good, and the show was not only informative, but very entertaining and fun. Highly recommend!”
Review of the Nagoya day tour to Takayama and Shirakawa-go, with gassho houses, Old Town streets, optional regional lunch, and practical tips.
“We booked our trip at the last minute. But Everything moved on time. The guide, Leo, was so informative and helpful. We would have liked a bit more time in Takayama”
Review of the Amanohashidate and Miyama day tour from Osaka or Kyoto, with boat ride, cable car, lunch, village walks, and practical tips.
“the areas we visited were beautiful. our guide, Harry. was accommodating and offered rich histories about each place, as well as info on the Japanese language. the lunch was far more than I could eat, very tasty and fresh. I think this was an amazing value.”
Explore Tokyo’s Tsukiji Outer Market, taste five seafood dishes, visit temples, enjoy donburi lunch, and see the city from Shiodome.
“Meg was our guide. She was thorough with explaining traditional Japanese food. She took us to many food stalls and made reservation for lunch where locals go. It was very helpful to walk around the city with Meg because she was showing us where to go and where to find other good places to eat. We ended our tour on the 46th floor of the Careta Shiodome observation deck to see the beautiful city of Tokyo. We enjoyed our tour with Meg as our guide.”
See Osaka Castle, Shitennoji, Shinsekai, Kuromon Market, and Dotonbori with ramen lunch on a small-group walking tour.
“Our tour guide Taka was extremely knowledgeable and nice! We enjoyed spending the day with him learning about Osaka’s history.”
See Tokyo’s top sights in nine hours with Hato Bus, including Meiji Shrine, Asakusa, Odaiba, lunch, and Tokyo Skytree.
“Enjoyed it completely. Our guide was great and even sang special Japanese songs for us. A lot of walking, but could stay on bus or in area if preferred. Would definitely recommend.”
Review of Osaka’s 5-hour small-group bike tour, with Osaka Castle, shrines, local lunch, matcha, museum, practical tips, and value advice.
“Amazing tour! Our guide was very friendly and did not only share facts about Osaka but also about everyday life in that vibrant city. Lunch was also an absolute experience and I would very much recommend this tour!”
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