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OVERVIEW - JAPANESE CULINARY TOURS
Japanese culture is a fascinating synthesis of traditional art and rituals blended with cutting edge trends, a spell-binding aesthetic, and always gracious hospitality. And Japanese cuisine is no less a traditional art form than kabuki, calligraphy and haiku. On our Japanese culinary tours you'll spend a week in Kyoto, the Japan's cultural capital, exploring the unique culture and cuisine of this modern, yet ancient, country. You'll enjoy several cooking lessons while you visit the temples and museums of Kyoto, walk through Gion, the entertainment and Geisha district, venture out to the ancient capital of Nara, and learn about Japanese customs, including a tea ceremony. Accommodation is in stylish, comfortable 4-star hotels.
INSTRUCTION
Japanese cuisine is delicious, healthy, and unique, and you will have the opportunity to learn a variety of dishes while experiencing the traditional culture of Japan. On our Japanese culinary tour you will learn about the unique ingredients and tools used for Japanese cooking, how to balance the delicate flavors to create a delicious meal, and the importance of presentation as you create your own culinary feast. At the end of each Japanese cooking class we’ll sit down to enjoy the meal we’ve just created.
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DAY 1: Arrive & Relax
Pick up from JR Kyoto station or Osaka's Kansai International Airport and transfer to our hotel. Stay in stylish 4-star hotel.
DAY 2: Japanese Cooking Vacation Begins
Morning market tour & cooking class. Tour Horino Museum & Nijo Castle. Stay in stylish 4-star hotel.
DAY 3: Cooking Class & Sightseeing
Morning cooking class in a local home. Afternoon visit to famed Golden Pavillion Temple, Daitoku-ji & a local sweet shop. Stay in stylish 4-star hotel.
DAY 4: Sightseeing in Nara
Full-day excursion to Japan's ancient capital of Nara. Stay in stylish 4-star hotel.
DAY 5: Cooking Class & Tea Ceremony
Morning sushi-making class. Afternoon tea ceremony. Stay in stylish 4-star hotel.
DAY 6: Temples & Tea Houses
Morning sightseeing to Sanju-sangendo and Kiyomizu temples. Lunch at the former mansion of a famous Japanese painter, now a stunning restaurant. Afternoon walking tour of Gion district. Stay in stylish 4-star hotel.
DAY 7: Cooking Class & Leisure Time
Morning sweet-making class. Afternoon at your leisure. Stay in stylish 4-star hotel.
DAY 8: Japanese Culinary Tour Ends
Our Japanese culinary tour is over today. We will take you to the train station to transfer to Osaka's Kansai International Airport or Tokyo's Narita Airport.
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Duration8 days
Dates| June, Sep & Oct |  |
Prices from| JPY 410000 | ~ USD 4865 | |
Skill levelBeg
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Our Japanese culinary tour is ideal for people wishing to get to know Japanese culture through its cuisine. It is perfect for those wishing to learn to cook delicious and healthy meals while also experiencing Japan’s unique traditional culture in the cultural capital of Kyoto.
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| * | Enjoy Japanese cooking classes in a variety of settings | | * | Experience Kyoto, Japan’s cultural capital
| | * | Explore the fascinating ancient capital of Nara | | * | Attend a tea ceremony, sample sake and tour a vibrant food market |
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TerrainThis vacation takes place in Japan's cultural capital of Kyoto
Instructor to Guest Ratio1:6
Max Group Size12
Accommodation7 nights stylish 4-star hotel
FoodAll breakfasts, and 3 lunches included
Travel InfoImportant flight, insurance and equipment information
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Dan (Australia): Just the fact that everything was so well organised and quite flexible, the destinations available are great and the active-nature of the trips make them more exciting than other organised trips. I would recommend Access to any of my friends.
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