For anyone interested in sushi and Japanese food in general, touring markets in Japan is a must. We arrange early morning visits to the wholesale Toyosu Market in Tokyo to watch the tuna auction. We also arrange insider food tours of Tsukiji Outer Market.

Artisans of Leisure customizes private Japan tours that provide an in-depth culinary and cultural experience. We arrange specialty food-focused experiences throughout the country, including market tours,  private meetings with local food producers, behind-the-scenes visits to factories, tours of distilleries, private cooking classes, tea plantation tours, reservations at the best restaurants and more.

Japan is an incredible destination for culinary touring–contact us to customize a culinary tour of Japan based on your interests. Need inspiration? Consider our Culinary Tour of Japan.