"Explore Atami's Culinary Culture" Walking Tour

Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan
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Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 5 travelers

Overview

Atami has a long history of being a retreat destination and has attracted many VIPs in Japan. There are many small local shops providing quality ingredients, food and more to traditional ryokans (inns) with high standards, as well as serving local residents of Atami.

This small-group walking tour is to visit three local specialty shops, learning about history, products and more (including free samples!) through engaging in an informal conversation with shop owners, while an English-speaking guide accompanying the guests. Three shops will be selected on a rotational basis, but they include Green Tea/seaweed shop, Wasabi Zuke (pickles) shop, Katsuobushi (bonito/skipjack tuna used for Japanese soup stock) and Tofu shop. This is a great opportunity to explore Atami’s culinary culture and to immerse yourself in authentic life of Atami locals.

What's included

  • English speaking guide/translator
  • Visit to three Japanese traditional specialty food shops
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Atami
    3h
    Visit to the three shops

    Travelers will visit total of three culinary shops in Atami, spending approximately45 min at each shops. Shops include Green Tea, Wasabi Zuke (pickles) , Katsuobushi (Bonito or skipjack Tune used for Japanese soup stock), and Tofu. Shops to visit are on rotation basis and decided based on the availability of shop owners and the tour operator, Curious Travel.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Sakurabashi (literally mean sakura bridge) is a bridge on Itogawa River in Atami. A staff from Curiuos Travel (operator) will be holding a sign with the tour name. You can find "sakurabashi" on google map too.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/EXjmfsGqtkidenRE8

End point

Yamada Tofu Shop, likely the last shop to visit, depending on the shop rotation of the tour. Guide will happily show the say back to the starting point (5 min walk) of any other locations.

End point

Sugimoto Katsuobushi Shop, likely the last shop to visit, depending on the shop rotation of the tour. Guide will happily show the way back to the starting point. (5 min walk) or any other locations.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty walking 2 kms (1.5 miles).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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8,800.00 JPY per person
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