To the northeast of Tokyo, the open park spaces of Ueno are a luxury in the big city. It’s a popular spot to enjoy the spring cherry blossoms with a picnic and drinks with friends; bring a bento and enjoy Ueno’s hundreds of pink-petaled sakura trees lining the park’s wide walkways. Ueno Park is surrounded by major museum institutions like the Tokyo National Museum and the Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Art, alongside the National Museum of Nature and Science. Inside Ueno Park, Ueno Zoo is famous for its kawaii pandas, and the iconic water feature sprinkling the air. After gallery hopping in Ueno and exploring the park, why not visit Ameya Yokocho (“Ameyoko” for short), located right next to Ueno Station. Ameyoko is one of the best markets in Tokyo with shops and stalls selling seafood and street food amongst all sorts of bargains like bags, sunglasses, and discount groceries. It’s a perfect place to grab a bite and a bargain after checking out the museums at Ueno Park.

Ueno Park

Home to the futuristic capital of Japan, the Tokyo Metropolitan Area is the most populous metropolis in the world and the largest in the country. The bustling central city area of Tokyo consists of 23 wards, while the Greater Tokyo Area spills out onto its prefectural neighbors of Saitama, Chiba, and Kanagawa. Needless to say, Tokyo is simply enormous, separated into pockets of unique communities that bring the city together as a whole. Step out of the train at a different station and step into a new world, be dazzled by the vibrant city rush of Shinjuku, or wander the open park spaces and galleries of Ueno. From the top of Tokyo Tower, buildings stretch as far as the eye can see, as if the city goes on forever. Yet, every corner is interconnected by Tokyo’s impressive network of subways and train lines, a futuristic marvel that somehow moves millions of people every day. That’s 9 million, to be exact, totaling to 30% of Japan’s entire population living within the Tokyo Metropolis. 

Divided by waterways like the eastern Edogawa River and the Tama River to the south, unique districts with their own subcultures bubble beneath the city’s surface. Whether it's shopping in Shibuya or partying in Roppongi, neon lights and towering skyscrapers are deeply integral to Tokyo’s identity. With a number of big company headquarters producing the latest high-tech toys and creative designs, Tokyo represents a symbol of the future. Science meets outlet shopping on the manmade island of Odaiba, with a view overlooking the sparkling waters of Tokyo Bay. Have the happiest day on earth in Disneyland, or immerse yourself in one of the city’s major museum institutions. All things kawaii in Harajuku contrast the humility of traditional Asakusa, while salarymen help the economy go round, crunching numbers in offices throughout the city. 

Fueled by long nights of drinking sake and eating every type of food your heart could ask for, Tokyo’s fast-paced energy is undeniably infectious. However, the Greater Tokyo Area offers moments of bliss on beaches and mountains amidst the chaos of urban life. As exciting as it is overwhelming, with access to both high and low culture Tokyo offers the best in traditional sights, nightlife, and shopping. And of course, with mouthwatering Japanese food and world cuisine at every turn, it would take multiple lifetimes to explore Tokyo’s thousands of bars and restaurants.

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Spreading as far as Kanagawa, Chiba, and Saitama, the mega-metropolis of the Greater Tokyo Area functions as the country’s futuristic capital, featuring the latest in art, technologies, food, and pockets of every subculture imaginable. 

A popular spot for hanami parties during sakura season, the famous Ueno Park is home to Ueno Zoo and multiple galleries and museums, next to the bustling marketplace of Ameyoko, selling street food, seafood, and all sorts of delicacies at bargain prices. 

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The beauty of nature meets shopping street chaos in Ueno, where the peaceful Ueno Park contrasts with the bustling market of Ameya Yokocho (or Ameyoko for short). Ueno Park is home to Ueno Zoo and a number of galleries and museums while Ameyoko is full of discount shops and market stalls. Discover the best food in Ueno during this delicious Ueno Food Tour, where you’ll experience the food market and surrounding area with a helpful and friendly local guide.

During this Ueno Food Tour, you’ll be guided through Ueno Park to see panda statues courtesy of Ueno Zoo, close to a number of big museum institutions. You’ll explore the local market area of Ameyoko and discover the best shops and restaurants in and around the lively market area. During this specialty Ueno Food Tour, first up on the menu you’ll taste a variety of sushi as you learn about the origins of the dish in Japan at a sushi specialty restaurant. You’ll also taste tempura in a delicious tendon (deep-fried tempura combined with a tasty donburi rice bowl) and then grill your own premium Japanese wagyu beef at a barbeque restaurant. You’ll taste some takoyaki octopus balls (a type of street food from Osaka), followed by a number of delicious Japanese sweets for dessert, like dango, mochi, and matcha ice cream. 

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The tea ceremony has been an integral part of Japanese culture since its rise in Japan during the early 13th century, but with a history of tea reaching long before Zen Buddhism brought tea to its iconic status. Although the art of tea is no longer an activity solely for the elite, the ritual and peaceful nature of a tea ceremony is still enjoyed throughout Japan today, with matcha popularly consumed throughout the country. A moment of bliss away from crazy city life, a tea ceremony is relaxing and peacefully immersive. Methods for practicing the way of tea was split into three schools of ideology back in its heyday, with omotesenke being one of the major streams. Learn about one of the three major ways to serve tea in-depth during a beautiful Omotesenke Tea Ceremony in Tokyo. 

In an atmospheric omotesenke tea ceremony room, you’ll learn about the ingredients and equipment used to conduct a special omotesenke tea ceremony. Your experienced teacher will guide you through the meaning of gestures and the history of an authentic omotesenke tea ceremony, teaching you how to serve it (and help you to take some incredible photos!) Join a Omotesenke Tea Ceremony in Tokyo for an unforgettable encounter with Japanese tea culture, and immerse yourself in the wonders of tea during this cultural omotesenke tea ceremony on your next visit to Japan. 

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Omotesenke Tea Ceremony in Tokyo

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Peaceful and charming, Yanaka is one of those neighborhoods you can’t help but find yourself liking, and you’ll like it more each time you visit. With its quiet streets, Yanaka gives off that reminiscent feeling you’ll only find in this old town Tokyo neighborhood. During this Cherry Blossoms 2020 Hanami and Food Tour in Yanaka, make yourself at home as you walk down the back streets of this beautiful place, where you’ll experience one of the most wonderful cherry blossom viewings you’ll ever have. It’s a great opportunity to share thoughtful conversations with fellow tourists and learn from local guides, and try a special hanami bento box and other local snacks paired with Japanese sake.

Just within walking distance from the popular Ueno Park, the neighborhood of Yanaka gives off that nostalgic feeling of old Tokyo. Stroll over to either Nippori Station or Sendagi Subway Station and it will take you to Yanaka Ginza, a lively shopping district where you can buy anything from clothes to toys, goods and produce, as well as groceries. You name it, they probably have it. You can find the barber beside a bakery, the butcher beside a confectionary specialist, and a coffee shop beside a watch dealer. It’s also a place where you’ll find cheap thrills and souvenirs, as well as mouth-watering street food.

With beautiful sakura cherry blossoms trees surrounding the Yanaka neighborhood, it’s the perfect place to spend some time with family and friends and view hanami in this limited edition cherry blossom 2020 tour. During this Cherry Blossom 2020 Hanami and Food Tour in Yanaka, you’ll experience the special spirit of the local old town area, with its temples and shrines mixed within eclectic, artistic streets. Enjoying the beautiful sakura as you eat delicious snacks, it’s a delightful and down-to-earth foodie experience in spring!

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Cherry Blossoms 2020 Hanami and Food Tour in Yanaka

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Yanaka is known for being Tokyo’s most traditional districts and one of the few that were spared from the bombings during World War II. It’s the home of artisans, beautiful temples, winding lanes, and some of the best and well-known restaurants in Tokyo. This quiet district is perfect for those who want to get away from the crowd of the city and stroll around its many stone stairs and quaint back streets. Visit the local shops where you can purchase one-of-a-kind gifts and souvenirs, or peep in on a tea house. Yanaka offers a glimpse of the bygone period of Tokyo and makes you feel like you’re part of history whenever you walk down its lovely streets. For its nostalgic atmosphere, Yanaka is the perfect place to enjoy a Tokyo Tea Ceremony in Traditional Tea Room!

Tea has been a part of everyday Japanese people’s lives. Japan has been making traditional and delicious tea for thousands of years. During this wonderful experience, you get to witness the beauty and awe of a traditional Tokyo tea ceremony. First, you will have a chance to pick the antique tea bowl to enjoy tea and see the whole ceremony by tea ceremony master. She will serve Japanese sweets and matcha tea. Then after the whole ceremony, it will be your time to learn how to make proper matcha tea using traditional methods like whisking until it sets and acquires the perfect texture and form. Tea ceremonies are known for being serious and traditional, but it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it. The Tokyo Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea Room allows you to enjoy a wonderful time with fellow tourists as you learn the many ins and outs of a traditional tea ceremony.

Tokyo Tea Ceremony in Traditional Tea Room

The simple yet delicious dish of sushi is one of Japan’s favorite foods, however, there are many vegan sushi options that don’t use fish or meat products. Not only made from raw fish and rice, famous vegan and vegetarian sushi dishes using tsukemono (pickles), nasu (eggplant), and kinoko (mushrooms) are some healthy and delicious options that particularly come to mind. Although not so popular outside of Japan, there are even more vegan sushi options for a sushi fix that can be eaten by anyone. 

Learn how to make vegan sushi for yourself in a Vegan Sushi Making Class in Tokyo, where you’ll learn to recognize and use vegan ingredients with rice in sushi. Make delicious sushi from vegetables and plant-based fillings or toppings during this fun and fresh cooking class, and eat your lovely creations with a cup of green tea. Join a Vegan Sushi Making Class for a fish and meat-free sushi cooking experience on your next adventure in Tokyo. 

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The art of making sushi is simple yet sophisticated. Sushi is one of Japan’s most celebrated foods, which combines high-quality ingredients and skill in preparation. Live your secret sushi dreams and become a sushi chef for a day by joining a Tokyo sushi class, where you’ll learn how to make sushi like a pro! A Nigiri Sushi and Rolled Sushi Class in Tokyo is the perfect opportunity to learn about two different varieties of sushi while gaining knowledge about ingredients and pro tips on sushi-making techniques. Make a feast of rolled sushi and nigiri sushi in this hands-on Tokyo sushi class!

Firstly, you’ll be making impeccable pieces of nigiri sushi from hand-pressed rice, with a delicious topping (chosen by you!) placed delicately on top. Afterward, you’ll then be taught the best technique for making perfect sushi rolls expertly wrapped in nori seaweed, then sliced into bite-sized morsels. This Tokyo sushi class is great for groups and is a fun way to learn how to make nigiri sushi and rolled sushi. You’ll be presenting them beautifully, then feasting on your creations once you’re done! 

Nigiri Sushi and Rolled Sushi Class in Tokyo

Sushi makes a great snack food at parties and events, as it’s a simple yet delicious finger food that’s easily shared. Roll up your sleeves, grab your friends, and learn how to make individual pieces of nigiri sushi in this fun Nigiri Sushi Making Class in Tokyo! You’ll learn how to perfectly mix vinegar into the rice, and then become a pro at shaping it into perfect nigiri form. Use an ingredient of your choice to top it off, using the freshest seafood or perhaps an alternative protein for your handmade nigiri sushi!

It’s a common misconception that sushi can only be made using raw fish, but in fact, vegetables, tofu, and meat products are commonly used, making for delicious variations. Although, some fresh seafood on top of a perfectly-shaped piece of rice (that’s slightly warmed by the hand) is undeniably delicious any time of day. Sit down to your own hand-pressed sushi feast with tea or sake, and take home some excellent sushi making skills as a souvenir. This Nigiri Sushi Making Class in Tokyo is fun for everyone and great for groups!

Nigiri Sushi Making Class in Tokyo

Nabe (hot pot) dishes in Japan are usually a communal affair, where you can sit around catching up with family and friends and telling stories as the hot pot stews. Delicious all year round but also warming during the winter months, sukiyaki is a style of hot pot simmering in a sweet soy sauce. It’s especially tasty when it’s paired with wagyu beef, which you can enjoy with a small group of friends during this Wagyu Sukiyaki Cooking Class in Tokyo!

Top-quality Japanese wagyu beef comes together with a delicious sukiyaki hot pot in this Wagyu Sukiyaki Cooking Class in Tokyo. Wagyu is known as locally-bred, premium beef from Japan that’s characteristically marbled and juicy, particularly when it’s served as generous pieces of steak. On the other hand, you can also use it in hot pot, with the meat thinly shaved so that it can cook gently in the bubbling broth. The premium wagyu beef you’ll use in your hot pot for this cooking class is sourced from a local butcher in Asakusa with a great reputation, for a wonderful savory flavor you’ll never forget!

In this sukiyaki cooking class, the sweet-souped sukiyaki is made from a soup base of soy sauce, sugar, and mirin (a kind of semi-sweet cooking sake). It’s a classic and tasty crowd-pleasing flavor that’s a typical dish in Japan, enhanced with thin slices of delicious wagyu. You’ll also add vegetables, tofu, and noodles into your hot pot, infusing them with flavor and developing the broth as you go. You’ll also cook some accompanying side dishes in this Wagyu Sukiyaki Cooking Class in Tokyo, perfect to go with your hot pot as it simmers away!

Wagyu Sukiyaki Cooking Class in Tokyo

The traditional Asakusa district is famous in Tokyo for its old temples and shrines, namely Sensoji Temple, and its festive shopping districts, including Nakamise Shopping Street. Long-serving as a part of Japanese culture, geisha are Japan’s traditional female entertainers, who act as elegant hostesses for their guests. Immaculately dressed in traditional clothing, geishas are skilled in an array of performance arts such as Japanese dance and playing traditional instruments. Geisha will serve drinks and appetizers for their guests, while making conversation and creating a relaxed environment by playing games with guests. In this one of a kind Tokyo Geisha Experience, you can spend time with a geisha and appreciate a unique evening of entertainment.

This Tokyo Geisha Experience is an opportunity to immerse yourself in this traditional side of Japanese culture, where historically the elite and wealthy would be entertained by geisha. With one entertainer per group (up to 5 people), this is a unique event where you’ll be entertained by a skilled Tokyo geisha. You’ll enjoy a delicious sake tasting that’s served with a tasty appetizer, and see the wonder of traditional Japanese dance and performances with traditional instruments. Joining in on the festivities, the Tokyo geisha will teach you how to play a game called ozashiki-asobi. With a few rounds of games, plus some traditional music and dancing, you can appreciate a range of aspects of Japanese culture during this unique experience, while learning about the rich history of geisha. Enjoy tasting sake and playing games with a real geisha in Asakusa during this unforgettable Tokyo Geisha Experience with Sake Tasting and Games.

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The national alcohol of Japan, sake is traditional Japanese rice wine, formally referred to as nihonshu in Japanese. A significant part of Japanese culture, sake arguably has its own special place as the lifeblood of Japanese people, fermented and brewed to be consumed as a delicious daily alcoholic drink. Flowing through homes, izakayas, restaurants, and bars, sake is everywhere, with all sorts of regional flavors and styles from over 2000 breweries in Japan today. But, because sake is so diverse, where to begin when it comes to Japanese sake? Jump on a Sake Degustation in Tokyo to learn everything you need to know about sake, while tasting along the way!

Experience a whole new world of sake during a Sake Degustation in Tokyo, an immersive tasting event where you’ll taste and learn about 9 different types of sake. This awesome sake degustation tasting experience offers knowledge about the production process of ingredients used, where you’ll also learn about what kinds of brewing methods are used to create this staple drink in Japan. Become an absolute sake expert during an hour-long sake degustation session, and discover your new favorite sake from tasting a range of delicious tasting samples. Learn about Japanese sake while sipping on sake servings from this sake degustation, with a scrumptious Japanese appetizer to go along with your tasting experience.

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Sake Degustation in Tokyo

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Keen to become a Japanese sake expert? Then, this Tokyo sake tasting is your gateway to get there! Learn all about Japanese sake (known as nihonshu), a drink made from fermented rice. Try four different types of Japanese sake and learn all about the process of making it, starting from the foundations of high-quality rice, water, and koji. 

You’ll be astounded by the variety of sake flavors. Using the same basic ingredients, different techniques and brewing conditions can change the sweetness and crispness of the final product. Different degrees of polishing the rice also have a huge impact on the flavor (and the price tag). Today, there is even a Japanese sake boom, with inventive forms of this beloved beverage popping up all the time, like sparkling sake! With so many varieties of sake, it may seem intimidating to learn about Japanese sake, but this Tokyo Sake Tasting will make discovering the flavors of Japanese nihonshu fun and easy to understand!

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Gain a deeper understanding of Japanese cuisine by enjoying a Japanese food tasting during this food tour. You’ll visit 8 food stops which showcase regional and seasonal Japanese foods, sample delicious dishes, learn about the basic ingredients of Japanese cuisine, and even watch a wagashi (Japanese sweets) master at work as he handcrafts a masterpiece! This food tour is perfect for people who want to gain a better understanding of Japanese cuisine by experiencing it firsthand, with insights from a local food tour guide.

In addition to the Japanese food tasting, you’ll enjoy a lunch meal of your choice (grilled fish, chicken sukiyaki, or sushi and tempura soba) at a traditional Japanese restaurant. Afterward, get a close-up look as wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) are made. Along with the authentic wagashi experience, you can try high-quality Japanese matcha tea, and also visit a tea shop to have a taste of several regional varieties of Japanese tea.

This food tour is perfect for those who would like to learn and understand more about the diverse food culture of Japan, as well as the staple ingredients of Japanese food like dashi (Japanese soup stock), kamaboko (fish cake), katsuoboshi (fish flakes) and more. Taste the flavors of Japan, without even leaving Tokyo!

Flavors of Japan Food Tour with Tea Tasting and Wagashi

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Matcha tea is becoming popular worldwide because of its incredibly healthy properties. This bright green powder is packed with antioxidants due to the way that the entire tea leaf is ground down, and consumed whole in the beverage. 

Although the rest of the world is just catching on, this has been the most popular and prestigious tea in Japan for centuries — the focal point of traditional Zen-inspired tea ceremonies. If you want to see the future of matcha while savoring its past, 1899 is the place to go.

This restaurant practices traditional brewing techniques, using the historic kyusu kettle. Not only that, they also run on a tea cuisine concept, infusing this delicious powder into a variety of different foods!

Here you can try traditional matcha-flavored wagashi sweets in the daytime, when the restaurant operates as a tea cafe. In the evening, you can enjoy full meals featuring the ingredient throughout. Even the drinks aren’t safe from the luminous green influence of matcha — here you can try matcha beer and wine too!

Matcha fans will be blown away by this tea-infused take on fine Japanese dining, with wild creations like matcha beer! Reserve your seat here.

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We make each one of our sushi in traditional Edomae-style, with our artistic craftsmanship and deep cordiality.
The trinity of three elements of sushi combines together: ingredients, vinegared rice and wasabi. We serve our sushi with careful consideration of the temperature, humidity and ripeness so that you can enjoy the perfect balance of the trinity when you put it in your mouth.

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Sushi Kanesaka

Chef Hideo Yamamoto was born in 1980 and has had an impressive career on the Tokyo French cooking scene since 2002. He now runs one of central Tokyo’s most exciting French restaurants, with an ethos based around fulfilling the potential of Japanese ingredients by maximizing their flavors. 

This contemporary restaurant is on the 8th floor of the EXIT MELSA shopping and entertainment towers in Ginza. The dishes are plated with cutting edge presentation, such as splashes of squid ink on white plates, and plants woven and cooked to create little lattice cages in which dishes are encased.

Despite these haute cuisine touches, the food here is amazingly affordable. Dinner features around 11 dishes for only 10,000 yen!

You can enjoy wine pairings (all of the bottles sourced from France) for just an extra 4,500 or 8000 yen, at lunch and diner respectively.

The dishes here are plated with cutting edge presentation, like splashes of squid ink on white plates, and plants woven to create lattice cages that encase dishes.

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