Duration: 12 nights
Best months: Mar–May · Oct–Nov
Country: Japan
Region: Tokyo · Hakone · Osaka · Kyoto
A Culinary Journey Through Japan—Designed for Two
This honeymoon is for couples who travel through taste: the early-morning markets, the quiet artistry of multi-course dining, and the kind of neighborhood food that becomes a shared obsession. You’ll begin in Tokyo, slow down in Hakone for a traditional ryokan stay and kaiseki, dive into Osaka’s legendary street-food culture, and end in Kyoto with market wanderings, sweet-making, and tea ritual—then return to Tokyo for departure.
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Tokyo — City Touring, Then a Deep Dive into the Gourmet Scene
Arrive in Tokyo and take a day to simply acclimate—your private driver on hand to glide between the city’s contrasts: serene corners, iconic neighborhoods, and skyline viewpoints that feel made for newlyweds. Once you’ve had that first hit of Tokyo’s energy, the culinary story begins.
Wake early to meet a local food professional and head into Tokyo’s market world—starting with Tsukiji fish market for ultra-fresh bites. If you’re up for a true “only-in-Japan” moment, we can arrange an even earlier start for the Tuna auction (timing and access dependent). From there, your day is tailored to your curiosities: sake or shochu tastings, ingredient-led shopping, or a hands-on cooking session that turns techniques into souvenirs you’ll actually use back home.
A city that eats like an art form—and nights that feel effortlessly cinematic
Tokyo — Beyond the Neon: Akigawa Valley’s Rural Flavours
On another day, escape the buzz and drive out to the Akigawa Valley district, where Tokyo fades into rivers, streams, and a slower rhythm. The region is known for agriculture and distinctive local ingredients—fresh fish, Akigawa beef, and seasonal game like wild deer and boar—best enjoyed at relaxed riverside spots. Between tastings, take time to explore shrines tucked into hills and mountain viewpoints for a deeper sense of place.
Hakone — Kaiseki Tradition and Ryokan Serenity at Ginyu Hakone (2 Nights)
From Tokyo, board the train and transfer into Hakone for a complete change of pace. You’ll be met at the station and driven to Ginyu Hakone, your base for the next two nights—a ryokan retreat where quiet, scenery, and ritual reset the entire honeymoon mood.
Here, the headline is dinner: the traditional kaiseki multi-course experience. Each plate is small, precise, and intensely seasonal—color and texture as intentional as flavor. In between spa-like stillness and open-air views, Hakone also offers mountain scenery, art galleries, and traditional streets worth wandering hand-in-hand.
Osaka — “Kuidaore” Nights in Dotonbori and Shinsekai
After Hakone’s calm, Osaka hits like a playful spark—neon signage, lively streets, and a food culture that’s proudly its own. This is the city of “kuidaore”—the idea of eating until you drop (or at least until you smile your way back to the hotel).
Your tastings take you straight to Dotonbori, where you’ll try classics like takoyaki (octopus bites), then into Shinsekai for kushi-katsu—skewered meats and vegetables, battered and fried, designed for grazing together. When you’re not eating, your private driver makes it easy to weave in Osaka’s landmarks and museums, including the Umeda Sky Building and the open air museum of Japanese farmhouses.
Kyoto — Nishiki Market, Sweet-Making, and Tea Ceremony (Then Back to Tokyo)
Your final culinary chapter lands in Kyoto, Japan’s cultural heart—beautiful streets, temple calm, and food traditions that lean refined. Spend time in Nishiki market area, home to a dense collection of shops and small eateries where aromas and textures pull you from stall to stall.
To end the journey with something intimate, we’ll arrange private lessons in Japanese sweet-making and ensure you experience Kyoto’s world-famous tea ceremonies—a ritual that feels quietly perfect for two. After a few days in Kyoto, you’ll make a quick trip back to Tokyo for your onward flight—full of flavors you’ll be dreaming about long after you land home.
Luxor: A Honeymoon Beyond Time
Experience a journey designed for two — where romance meets adventure, history becomes a shared story, and every moment creates memories to last a lifetime.
Signature Experiences
- Market immersion at Tsukiji fish market with expert local context
- Optional early access for the Tuna auction (timing dependent)
- Tailored tastings: sake or shochu, specialty shops, and/or a cooking class
- Day trip to the Akigawa Valley district for rural ingredients and riverside dining
- 2 nights of ryokan calm at Ginyu Hakone with traditional kaiseki
- Osaka street-food icons in Dotonbori and Shinsekai: takoyaki and kushi-katsu
- Kyoto finale: Nishiki market area, Japanese sweet-making, and a tea ceremony
Why Travel to Japan with Honeymoon Xperts
Japan is extraordinary for food-focused couples—but the best version depends on sequencing, reservations, and timing that protects the romance. Honeymoon Xperts curates the flow so early-morning market moments feel exciting (not exhausting), Hakone’s ryokan calm arrives exactly when you need it, and Osaka and Kyoto deliver flavor with balance and breathing room. Our planning and design process becomes clear deliverables: a discovery session, curated options, thoughtful iterations, a final itinerary with practical checklists, and support if plans shift—so every transfer, table, and experience feels effortless.
Begin Your Journey
Share your dates, your must-try cravings (sushi, kaiseki, street eats, sweets), and the pace you want between cities and downtime. We’ll curate the stays, private transfers, and food-led experiences, then deliver a polished itinerary with checklists and support for changes—so you can focus on the moments, not the logistics.
Begin your journey