Japan

Japan Food & Culture Tour

12 Nights
Scenic, Cultural, Culinary
A 12-night immersive journey through Japan’s culinary delights and cultural treasures across Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.
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Tokyo: 4 Nights
DAY 1 1
Tokyo

Arrival in Tokyo

  • Arrive in Tokyo and transfer privately to your city-center luxury hotel.
  • Evening at leisure in Shinjuku or Ginza.

DAY 2 2
Tokyo

Tsukiji Outer Market & Sushi Masterclass

  • Explore Tokyo’s famous Tsukiji Outer Market with a local guide.
  • Join a sushi masterclass where you’ll learn traditional techniques from an itamae (sushi chef).

DAY 3 3
Tokyo

Private Tokyo Highlights Tour

  • Visit Meiji Shrine, the historic Asakusa district, and the iconic Shibuya Crossing with a private guide. Evening option: dine at a Michelin-starred restaurant.

DAY 4 4
Tokyo

Sake Tasting & Izakaya Hopping

  • Delve into Japan’s sake culture with a guided tasting, followed by a private izakaya (gastropub) tour in Shinjuku’s Golden Gai.

Kyoto: 4 Nights
DAY 5 5
Kyoto

Bullet Train to Kyoto & Gion Evening Walk

  • Travel on the Shinkansen to Kyoto. In the evening, enjoy a guided walk through the Gion district with the chance to spot Geisha.

DAY 6 6
Kyoto

Kyoto Temples & Tea Ceremony

  • Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Fushimi Inari Shrine, and enjoy a traditional tea ceremony in a historic tea house.

DAY 7 7
Kyoto

Private Kaiseki Dinner with Geisha Entertainment

  • Experience an exclusive Kaiseki multi-course dinner accompanied by Geisha performances — music, dance, and traditional games.

DAY 8 8
Kyoto

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Zen Gardens

  • Spend the day exploring Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, the scenic Togetsukyo Bridge, and the serene Zen gardens of Ryoan-ji.

Osaka: 4 Nights
DAY 9 9
Osaka

Transfer to Osaka & Street Food Tour

  • Travel to Osaka, Japan’s kitchen, and dive straight into a street food tour of Dotonbori, sampling takoyaki and okonomiyaki.

DAY 10 10
Osaka

Osaka Castle & Umeda Sky Building

  • Visit the historic Osaka Castle, then ascend the Umeda Sky Building for panoramic city views.

DAY 11 11
Osaka

Day Trip to Nara

  • Take a guided day trip to Nara to visit Todai-ji Temple and meet the friendly deer in Nara Park.

DAY 12 12
Osaka

Leisure Day & Optional Kobe Steak Experience

  • Enjoy a free day in Osaka with an optional visit to Kobe for a world-class Wagyu steak dining experience.

DAY 13 13
Osaka

Departure

  • Private transfer to Kansai International Airport for your flight home.

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Thank you to Bellarome for an incredible 5 days in Italy! They organised everything which left us with total peace of mind, allowing us to relax and enjoy the stunning history and beauty of Florence, Tuscany and Cinque Terre. Every aspect of our trip was fantastic. I would highly recommend Bellarome and would definitely use them again.
Becky Hindley
Becky Hindley
2023-05-20
In March we went to Rome to watch Italy v Wales, Six Nations fixture. We had a wonderful time in Rome and everything worked perfectly with flights, hotel, rugby match and transfers. We would definitely recommend Bellarome Travel to anyone planning to watch rugby in Rome. Also very impressed with the service before our trip, quick responses to any queries as well as all the information we needed. Thank you very much ! Jessica and travel party
Jessica Blanck
Jessica Blanck
2023-04-15
Mario and company made our adventure effortless, from accommodations to tours to transportation from place to place. The tour guides; Will, Dino, I apologize for forgetting the names of the others From Milan to Rome to Satorini to Mykonos to Athens. Their knowledge of the particular area was unparalleled. Would I tour with Bellarome again hell yes I’m looking forward to touring with them in 2024
William Sapp
William Sapp
2023-03-26
We just returned from a vacation planned by Daniel and the Bellarome team, and it was truly the trip of a lifetime! We have three sons, aged 21, 18 and 16, and we are all futbol/soccer fans, and a few of us enjoy history. Daniel understood this and planned an incredible ten-day adventure based in two cities, Manchester and London which included three soccer matches, four days of well-planned tours, reliable, on time transportations, and a special NYE dinner. We still had freedom to do some of our own sightseeing and plan our own restaurants. All in all such a fantastic experience for our entire family!
Amy Sullins
Amy Sullins
2023-01-07
Good service. Good choice on the menu. Nice.
Pam Peard
Pam Peard
2022-11-22
Great vacation with Bellarome Travel. It was all well arranged. We decided to use a tour company for our trip, to have the support on hand, especially after the last 2 years. Seeing tthe UK and Italy was an amazing experience and one we really needed Thank you Bellarome!
Berney Glynn
Berney Glynn
2022-10-07
Very quick and helpful staff…unfortunatley unable to priceed with the travel package they put together at this time..but will be going back to them.
Neil Glitherow
Neil Glitherow
2022-08-15
Bellarome Travel was recommended when our regular travel agent closed shop. So happy that we took the recommendation! We made our travel arrangements just before Covid hit and had to postpone our trip many times. Daniel, in particular, was a huge support to us as we dealt with all the cancellations and rescheduling, while he had to deal with the uncertainty of the effect of Covid on his own industry. Through it all he was kind, understanding, reassuring and supportive. We finally made a flawless trip in May 2022 thanks to Daniel. Highly recommend this company.
Florancetta Lowe
Florancetta Lowe
2022-07-14
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I was born and raised in Rome and with my family, I have visited all the regions of Italy and traveled to the best and most renowned places. We love food and wine and I have explored many wineries and eaten typical and local products.Growing up, my love for traveling brought me to Ireland, where I spent two amazing years studying, working, and traveling. When I returned to Rome I decided to work in the luxury travel industry, and I spent the last years working for 5-star hotels. I traveled all over Europe, learning about different cultures and lifestyles.I am an avid hiker and climber, and I love beautiful landscapes, cities, history, and museums—each one is unique. My current job allows me to work from anywhere I want, and I love it!
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Japan

Discover Japan, where ancient traditions harmonize with modern innovation. From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene landscapes of Kyoto, Japan offers a journey through time and culture. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors of cherry blossoms in spring, feast on sushi and ramen, and explore ancient temples.

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