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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 268 reviews

Kyoto Sumo Experience: Sumo Wrestler Challenge and Meal Package * Meals are included at 12:00 and 18:00, but not at 21:30.

At Sumoan Kyoto, you can experience sumo, one of Japan's oldest traditions, in a unique, fun, and informative way. You can enjoy an authentic sumo-style meal while watching demonstrations of the various "morning training" sessions that the wrestlers perform every day. After watching an actual sumo match live, why not try a sumo experience? After the show, take a photo with the sumo wrestlers to create a wonderful memory. ※This is not an official sumo tournament

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 932 reviews

Hidden Osaka Red Light Tour & Culinary Adventure

The only in-depth tour of the Hidden Red Light District of Osaka with authorized tour guides, as well as retro theme parks of Shinsekai, followed with a local dish (skewers!) ※Small Groups of 8 People

5 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviews

Kyoto Temple Moment:Breakfast, Meditation & Matcha

Discover a hidden Kyoto temple rarely open to visitors. Start your morning with guided meditation, a vegan simple breakfast, a dark corridor walk, and matcha. Four experiences in one peaceful morning.

4.5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Kyoto: Gion & Pontocho Food Tour with 13 Dishes

Join this Kyoto food tour and explore the nightlife of Gion and Pontocho. Taste 13 unique dishes at two local restaurants, enjoying a perfect mix of traditional and modern flavors!

4 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Osaka Local Foodie Tour in Dotonbori and Shinsekai

Explore bustling streets and end with local Okonomiyaki and Takoyaki in vibrant Dotonbori.

5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Dinner with Maiko in a Kyoto Style Restaurant

Explore Gion and learn about the role of the geisha in local culture.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 207 reviews

Kyoto’s Exclusive Private Gourmet Night with Local

A local Kyoto food expert will curate the perfect dining experience just for you. Enjoy the way locals eat and hear stories about Kyoto from the people who know it best.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Live Master Fugu Prep: Private Table Kyoto/Osaka

Watch a 40-yr licensed master prepare fugu before you. From sashimi to hot pot and porridge, join each step of this private, once-in-a-lifetime ultimate journey. Reviews on Google Maps: Sushi sKool K.

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Savor rooftop Wagyu BBQ in Umeda with drinks

Savor a rooftop Wagyu BBQ with unlimited drinks in Osaka’s Umeda, enjoying premium meats, seasonal delicacies, and fresh seafood in a luxurious setting.

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Chefs-Only Fish Market & Private Sushi Counter

A sushi master takes you through Kyoto's chefs-only fish market. You choose the catch. He prepares it at a counter booked for your group alone.

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Explore Gion’s charm with a kaiseki dinner

Stroll through Gion’s historic streets and enjoy a riverside walk, ending with a memorable Kaiseki meal in the heart of Kyoto.

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Japanese Home Dining Experience with a Nurse

Enjoy authentic Japanese home dining with a nurse. Most dishes are prepared in advance. Learn about Japanese ingredients, fermentation, and healthy eating through a few simple hands-on activities.

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Kyoto Meet Locals and Fun Chat Drinks Experience

Meet friendly locals and global travelers in Kyoto Practice languages naturally with easy icebreakers Get local Kyoto nightlife and travel tips Great Friday night social for solo travelers

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Make takoyaki in a cool room. Make your own takoyaki and enjoy them. It's the most popular way to eat out in Japan.

In Japanese households, the most popular dinner party is the takoyaki party. Everyone makes takoyaki based on their own ideas, and by discussing them, a bond is formed between the people present. From coming up with a recipe with the host's advice, to shopping, preparing the ingredients, and grilling them. Please come and experience it for yourself, right up to the point where everyone talks about the takoyaki they made.

1 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Future Train Kyoto Night Parade Dinner Party

Night Parade Dinner Party offers a magical evening journey aboard FUTURE TRAIN. Enjoy an immersive art experience in Car No. 1, then move to Car No. 2 for a high-tea style dinner with free-flow drinks

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