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Independence Day | Eat Your Way Through Tokyo

from $200.00

Beyond the Base Tours · July 2–5, 2026
For service members stationed anywhere in Japan

You're stationed in Japan. But how much of it have you actually eaten?

Not the ramen place everyone on base recommends. The real stuff — the kissaten with no English sign, the konamon you cook yourself at the table, the wagashi you make with your own hands and eat while it's still fresh.

That’s what this tour is about.
Three days of eating your way through Tokyo like a local—trying a wide variety of foods that locals know and love.

This is for people who want to try authentic Japanese food that locals enjoy.

Hi, I'm Miharu, founder of Japan Planned Tours. I'm Japanese, and my husband is US Air Force — which means I've spent years helping service members discover the Japan that most would never get to see. Every restaurant, every snack stand, every stop on this tour is my personal pick.
This is the Tokyo I'd take my friends to!

Pricing
All prices per person

  • Double (2 people sharing): $700

  • Single (private room): $880



After this tour
We hope that when you leave Tokyo, you take with you not just wonderful memories and a full stomach — but also the confidence to one day explore Japan on your own.

Number of travelers:

Beyond the Base Tours · July 2–5, 2026
For service members stationed anywhere in Japan

You're stationed in Japan. But how much of it have you actually eaten?

Not the ramen place everyone on base recommends. The real stuff — the kissaten with no English sign, the konamon you cook yourself at the table, the wagashi you make with your own hands and eat while it's still fresh.

That’s what this tour is about.
Three days of eating your way through Tokyo like a local—trying a wide variety of foods that locals know and love.

This is for people who want to try authentic Japanese food that locals enjoy.

Hi, I'm Miharu, founder of Japan Planned Tours. I'm Japanese, and my husband is US Air Force — which means I've spent years helping service members discover the Japan that most would never get to see. Every restaurant, every snack stand, every stop on this tour is my personal pick.
This is the Tokyo I'd take my friends to!

Pricing
All prices per person

  • Double (2 people sharing): $700

  • Single (private room): $880



After this tour
We hope that when you leave Tokyo, you take with you not just wonderful memories and a full stomach — but also the confidence to one day explore Japan on your own.

  • Day 0 — July 2
    Check in from 3 pm. Flying in? Share your flight details and we'll track your arrival. Taking the Shinkansen? Let us know your ETA.

    Day 1 — July 3
    Wagashi making workshop · Nezu Shrine · Tabearuki through Yanaka Ginza

    Day 2 — July 4
    Tsukiji Fish Market · Hama-rikyu Gardens (matcha) · Tsukishima

    Day 3 — July 5
    Meiji Shrine · Shibuya Scramble Crossing · Shibuya Sky · Ginza depachika (department store underground)

    Day 4 — July 6
    Check out & farewell. Heading home? We'll help you get to the airport smoothly.
    Staying longer in Japan? Let us know — we can help you plan what's next.

    Optional every night

    • Izakaya hopping at “Yokocho” Izakaya alleyways — Miharu leads, you pay your own tab

    • Sento public bath (tattoo-friendly)

    Photos shown are selected from our previous similar tours and are for illustrative purposes only. The itinerary order may change depending on traffic conditions and reservation availability.

  • What's included

    • 4 nights accommodation at a 3-star hotel in Tokyo (check-in from 3 pm)

    • "Tabearuki" (eating while strolling) snacks

    • Wagashi making workshop

    • Suica card

    • Shibuya Sky admission

    • Hamarikyu admission & matcha

      Your guide, Miharu

    • With you the entire tour

    • Personally selects every restaurant — no tourist traps

    • Teaches you how to order in Japanese at every meal stop

    • Helps book flights and hotel if needed

    What's not included

    • Flights (not included — flexible for your schedule)

    • Sit-down meals (you pay your own bill — Miharu picks the place and helps you order)

    • Drinks

    • Train fee (IC card is provided but not the fee)

    • Travel insurance

    Budget guide: $$ on Google Maps — around ¥2,000–¥3,000 per person per meal (~$13–$20)

  • A $200 deposit is required to secure your spot.

    We'll send you the detailed itinerary a week before your trip starts.

    Sign-up & final payment deadline: June 2, 2026

    Cancellation Policy

    • Cancel by June 2, 2026 — Full refund, no cancellation fee

    • Cancel by June 10, 2026 — 80% refund (20% cancellation fee)

    • Cancel by June 17, 2026 — 40% refund (60% cancellation fee)

    • Cancel after June 22, 2026 — No refund (100% cancellation fee)

    Photos shown are selected from our previous similar tours and are for illustrative purposes only. The itinerary order may change depending on traffic conditions and reservation availability.

  • Monjayaki /Matcha /Japanese Omelette Rice/Wagashi/Minced Meat Cutlet/Yakitori (焼き鳥) /Izakaya Small Plates— everyday Japanese bar snacks that may be new to you, such as Takowasa, raw octopus with wasabi / Beef Sushi /Savory Mochi /Ichigo Daifuku /Tonkatsu / And of course, fresh sashimi and much more!

    If available:Horse Meat Sashimi / Whale Meat /Fugu — Puffer Fish/Namako — Sea Cucumber /Kurage — Jellyfish /Shirako — Cod Sperm Sac (creamy, considered a delicacy)/Motsu — Beef/Pork Offal

  • Hello, I’m Miharu.

    I was born and raised in Kyoto, and tourism and hospitality have been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Throughout my career, I’ve worked in Japan’s service industry — including with ANA (All Nippon Airways) — where I developed a deep appreciation for thoughtful travel experiences and caring for guests from around the world.

    Over the years, I’ve planned more than 100 custom trips for travelers visiting Japan and have personally led multiple small-group tours. I also hold Japan’s national certification in domestic tourism, which allows me to design experiences that go beyond the surface — connecting guests with the culture, history, and everyday life that make Japan so special.

    What I love most about guiding is seeing Japan through my guests’ eyes — sharing places that are meaningful to me, introducing regional foods and traditions, and helping travelers feel comfortable and confident throughout their journey.

    My goal is simple: I want you to experience Japan not just as a visitor, but with the insight and care of traveling alongside a local friend.

    If you’re considering joining this tour, I would love to meet you and answer your questions. Please feel free to schedule a call with me anytime.