Top 10 Food & Drink in Saitama Prefecture

Destination: Kawagoe.
Our globally experienced, English-speaking Japanese female sushi chef will teach you the art of traditional sushi making in a 140-year-old historic building, now a beloved local cafe. Class Style: Hands-on Experience: you'll create your sushi under the guidance of our expert sushi chef. Can you replicate the Japanese sushi chef's skillful hand movements? What You'll Learn: Learn how to make perfect sushi rice that you can easily recreate at home. Cultural Insights: Did you know nigiri sushi was created in Japan 300 years ago? See the amazing staircase cabinets in our historic building, once a rice wholesale shop. The beautiful ceiling beams will take you back 100 years! Dietary Options: We cater to a vegetarian menu. Please inform us of any allergies in advance. We are unable to accommodate requests on the day of the class.
Known For: Kawagoe Top Product, Kawagoe New Product, Kawagoe Small Group, Kawagoe Food & Drink, Kawagoe Cooking Classes.
Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Saitama Prefecture.
Our sake brewery tour stands out with its focus on the traditional wooden barrel brewing technique, a rarity in modern sake production. You'll experience an exclusive 40-minute tasting session featuring unique sake varieties(Honey sake / Local tea sake / Germinated brown rice sake)not found in the market, each meticulously brewed in historic barrels. The tour is deepened by a cultural immersion, with tastings held in a traditional Japanese setting using local Hanno ware. A distinctive aspect is the pairing of sake with nuts seasoned in locally-made soy sauce from wooden barrels, offering a flavor experience unlike any other. Additionally, the opportunity to interact with the Toji, or Master Brewer, adds an educational dimension to the tour, providing insights into the art and science of sake brewing. To commemorate your visit, you'll receive a bespoke souvenir crafted from Nishikawa wood, capturing the essence of this unique and enriching journey through Japan's sake brewing heritage.
Known For: Saitama Prefecture Food & Drink, Saitama Prefecture Spring Break, Saitama Prefecture Seasonal, Saitama Prefecture Sake Tasting, Saitama Prefecture New Product.
Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Saitama Prefecture.
Enjoy a traditional green tea picking experience in Sayama, the birthplace of Sayama tea, one of Japan’s top three teas known for its rich flavor. Then take a relaxing walk through the historic streets of Kawagoe, often called “Little Edo” for its well-preserved Edo-period townscape. This seasonal day tour from May to November offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and history near Tokyo. ・Pick fresh green tea leaves in Sayama, famous for its deep-flavored tea ・Stroll through Kawagoe’s charming old town with traditional warehouse-style buildings ・Experience a unique mix of nature and Edo-era culture on this limited-time tour
Known For: Saitama Prefecture Private Sightseeing Tours, Saitama Prefecture Food & Drink, Saitama Prefecture Private and Luxury, Saitama Prefecture Cooking Classes, Saitama Prefecture Rail Tours, Saitama Prefecture Half-day Tours, Saitama Prefecture Bus Tours, Saitama Prefecture Cultural Tours, Saitama Prefecture Top Product, Saitama Prefecture Walking Tours, Saitama Prefecture Day Trips, Saitama Prefecture Coffee & Tea Tours, Saitama Prefecture Car Tours.
Duration: Around 6 hours.

Destination: Saitama Prefecture.
This local, immersive food experience offers a warm and personal glimpse into Japanese culture, led by Risa, a passionate local guide who shares her culinary skills and family traditions. From making dashi from scratch to enjoying a homestyle meal in her cozy kitchen, this class feels like being welcomed into a Japanese home in Saitama, a 20-min train ride from Shinjuku station.
Known For: Saitama Prefecture Food & Drink, Saitama Prefecture Cooking Classes, Saitama Prefecture New Product, Saitama Prefecture Dining Experiences, Saitama Prefecture Top Product, Saitama Prefecture Restaurants, Saitama Prefecture Lunch, Saitama Prefecture Dinner.
Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Kawagoe.
Kawagoe, a charming old town just an hour from Tokyo, is perfect for those looking to experience Japanese culture and history, as well as enjoy shopping and delicious food. Explore hidden places accompanied by a professional Japanese photographer who speaks Spanish, who will take many photos of you. Enjoy a private photo session, a truly magnificent area. I am a freelance photographer and I take portraits of families and business people. I have six years of experience, during which I have photographed more than 2,000 portraits. In addition, I am licensed as a professional Spanish-speaking guide. Forget selfies! If you wish to attend in a kimono, please let me know at the time of request. You can choose from dozens of different kimonos in the colors and prints you like the most. The shopkeeper will help you get dressed. There are also kimonos for men. You don't need to bring anything as you can purchase everything (includes obi, sandals and bag).
Known For: Kawagoe Food & Drink, Kawagoe Rail Tours, Kawagoe Bus Tours, Kawagoe Walking Tours, Kawagoe Street Food Tours , Kawagoe Half-day Tours, Kawagoe Photography Tours, Kawagoe Private Sightseeing Tours, Kawagoe New Product.

Destination: Kawagoe.
Enjoy a unique culinary experience featuring a performance by a master eel chef with over 40 years of expertise, paired with traditional Japanese cuisine and kaiseki dishes, complemented by sake and fresh wasabi! Unlike sushi, ramen, tempura, or soba, eel is considered a premium ingredient in Japan—often reserved for special occasions and celebrations. This is an exclusive cultural experience you won’t find in izakayas or standard food tours. Kawagoe is just a 30-minute train ride from central Tokyo, offering easy access to a charming historic townscape reminiscent of the samurai and ninja era. It’s a popular sightseeing destination that is far less crowded than Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, or Mt. Fuji. We recommend a full-day itinerary: spend the morning exploring Chichibu or Moominvalley Park, then in the evening, stroll through Kawagoe in a kimono for an unforgettable experience.
Known For: Kawagoe New Product, Kawagoe Dining Experiences, Kawagoe Top Product, Kawagoe Food & Drink, Kawagoe Sake Tasting, Kawagoe Excellent Quality, Kawagoe Dinner, Kawagoe Small Group.
Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Saitama Prefecture.
Are you familiar with doburoku, a rare type of Japanese sake? Unlike regular sake, doburoku is made by bottling the unfiltered mash (moromi) while fermentation continues. This makes it very difficult to store, and it's rarely served at restaurants. Yamane Brewery handcrafts this precious sake in small batches. It may be the only sustainable brewery in Japan operating out of a repurposed convenience store. While most breweries use stainless steel tanks, Yamane uses traditional wooden barrels made from local Nishikawa timber. This rare method allows natural microorganisms to thrive, adding unique flavors from the wood and water—resulting in a one-of-a-kind sake every time. During the tour, you can taste three types of this special sake using locally crafted cups made from 100% Hanno soil, a material no longer produced and only available in limited quantities. Hanno is just an hour by train from Tokyo, with easy access to Chichibu, Kawagoe, and attractions like Moominvalley Park.
Known For: Saitama Prefecture Private and Luxury, Saitama Prefecture Food & Drink, Saitama Prefecture Historical Tours, Saitama Prefecture Spring Break, Saitama Prefecture Seasonal, Saitama Prefecture Cultural Tours, Saitama Prefecture Excellent Quality, Saitama Prefecture Sake Tasting, Saitama Prefecture Small Group, Saitama Prefecture Bus Tours, Saitama Prefecture Half-day Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours and a half.

Destination: Kawagoe.
Enjoy a half-day food experience in Kawagoe, an easy trip from Tokyo, combining seasonal strawberry picking with a sweet walking tour through a historic town. The tour begins with a visit to a local strawberry farm, where you can enjoy 30 minutes of all-you-can-eat strawberry picking. Japanese strawberries are known for their exceptional sweetness and juiciness, and you’ll have the chance to pick ripe strawberries by hand and enjoy them fresh at the farm. Afterward, return to Kawagoe and explore the charming streets of this “Little Edo” town. Stroll through Candy Alley (Kashiya Yokocho) and Kawagoe Ichibangai, famous for its traditional warehouse-style buildings. During the walk, enjoy a curated sweets tasting experience, with up to four local desserts included in the tour price, featuring Kawagoe’s popular sweet potato specialties and photogenic treats. This tour is perfect for dessert lovers and travelers looking for an authentic, relaxed food experience near Tokyo.
Known For: Kawagoe Dessert Tours, Kawagoe Private Sightseeing Tours, Kawagoe Private and Luxury, Kawagoe Food & Drink, Kawagoe Half-day Tours, Kawagoe Bus Tours.
Duration: Around 5 hours.
Normal Price: 169.4 USD.
Current Price: 143.99 USD.

Destination: Kawagoe.
This small-group walking tour explores Kawagoe as a living merchant town, where commerce, faith, and daily life have coexisted for centuries. Often called “Little Edo,” Kawagoe is not simply a preserved historic area. Old streets are still used, family-run shops remain active, and temples and shrines continue to shape everyday routines. As you walk through merchant streets and quiet back lanes, your guide explains how trade built the town and how belief supported daily life. The route follows a relaxed walking pace with optional light tastings such as traditional sweets, offering a natural glimpse into local food culture. Rather than rushing between landmarks, this experience focuses on understanding Kawagoe as a place to live, work, and pray, where history remains part of everyday scenes.
Known For: Kawagoe Small Group, Kawagoe Walking Tours, Kawagoe Private and Luxury, Kawagoe Cultural Tours, Kawagoe Historical Tours, Kawagoe Food & Drink.
Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.
Normal Price: 60 USD.
Current Price: 54 USD.

Destination: Saitama Prefecture.
Explore the heart of Saitama with an engaging evening bar-hopping tour that showcases the essence of Japanese dining culture. Discover hidden gems where locals unwind, savoring regional dishes and drinks at two unique venues. Enjoy the flexibility of starting from one of four convenient locations in Saitama City, allowing you to tailor your experience to your plans. With a total food and drink credit of 3,000 JPY included, indulge in local favorites while learning about izakaya etiquette from your knowledgeable guide. This tour provides an authentic glimpse into the vibrant local atmosphere, making it perfect for travelers seeking genuine cultural experiences. - Experience authentic Japanese dining at two local spots - Flexible meeting points: Omiya, Urawa, Iwatsuki, or Yono - Total food and drink credit of 3,000 JPY included - Gain insights into izakaya culture and local food etiquette
Known For: Saitama Prefecture Walking Tours, Saitama Prefecture Culinary Tours, Saitama Prefecture Private and Luxury, Saitama Prefecture Private Sightseeing Tours, Saitama Prefecture Sake Tasting, Saitama Prefecture Spring Break, Saitama Prefecture Food & Drink.
Duration: Around 2 hours.
Normal Price: 149.85 USD.
Current Price: 104.9 USD.