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Miyoko Schinner: Japan Vegan Tour 2026

Japan’s rich cultural heritage meets high-quality vegan cuisine

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Veronica Carnevale   - 3 min read

Discover the captivating world of Japanese gourmet through the eyes of Miyoko Schinner, a renowned vegan chef.

This 10-day tour will take you on an unforgettable journey across seven prefectures and introduce you to treasured historical sites, time-honored traditions, and of course, delectable vegan cuisine. In between the local artisan-run workshops, vegan meals, and breathtaking landscapes, you will lodge at high-end ryokan (traditional Japanese inns) where Japanese hospitality meets utter relaxation. With your tour guides’ friendly support, you can enjoy a stress-free Japanese experience without any language barrier worries. To top it all off, this tour will be held during one of Japan’s most beautiful times of year—cherry blossom season.

Takashima Castle in Nagano
Takashima Castle in Nagano (Photo: Scirocco340 / Shutterstock.com)

Highlights

  • First-class vegan meals, including soba, sushi, buddhist cuisine, and more
  • Green tea farm visit and tasting in Shizuoka, Japan’s green tea capital
  • Traditional crafts workshops led by local artisans
  • Japanese tea ceremony with Gyokuro (high-quality green tea)
  • Impressive views of nature, including Mt. Fuji
  • Cherry blossoms against historical and natural sceneries
  • Wasabi farm visit with wasabi and homemade soy sauce tasting
  • Miso-making workshop at a 250-year-old miso shop
  • Sake factory tour and tasting at a prestigious brewery
  • Exclusive tour of Kenrokuen, one of Japan’s most famous gardens
  • Exclusive geisha performance with traditional music
  • Breathtaking Lake Biwa boat cruise during cherry blossom season

Tour details

  • Period: 20 March – 29 March 2026
  • Price (starting from):
    • ¥1,773,000~ (Based on twin stay usage)
    • TBC (Based on single stay usage)
  • Exclusive: Limited capacity
  • Tour page: Miyoko Schinner: Japan Vegan Tour 2026
Kenrokuen
Kenrokuen (Photo: rayints / Shutterstock.com)

If you’re interested in an exclusive experience that merges vegan cuisine with Japanese culture, you won’t want to miss this opportunity. Book your spot today and immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Japanese heritage and gastronomy.

For more information and booking details, please email vegantours@japantravel.com or visit the tour page on our Travel Agency Website.

Veronica Carnevale

Veronica Carnevale @veronica.carnevale

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