Luxury food & culture tours of Japan

ZENBU TRAVEL

Zenbu’s extraordinary culinary culture tours of Japan are designed & hosted by renowned food & travel writer & passionate Japanophile, Jane Lawson

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Shop our stunning collection of beautiful, authentic objects, old and new, sourced from the galleries, markets and design stores of incredible Japan

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AVAILABLE 2024/2025 TOURS

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– or request an itinerary via enquiries or emailing janelawsonfood@bigpond.com.au

ZENBU HIGASHI-JIMA TOUR

Shikoku, Tokyo and the Seto Art Islands

18 days / 13 – 30 NOVEMBER 2024

ZENBU KYO-ZA TOUR

Kyoto, Kanazawa and Noto Peninsula

16 days / 13-28 JANUARY 2025

Request an itinerary

Or email Jane Lawson directly janelawsonfood@bigpond.com.au

Please note:

ZENBU KYO-RYORI

Kyoto Food Tour with Chef Peter Gilmore

12 days / 10 – 21 MAY 2024

BOOKINGS ARE NOW CLOSED.

*Zenbu Tours / exceptional & authentic.

Tastemakers, places, culture & heritage.

Each small-group tour is immersive, inspiring & connected…. but also relaxed & a lot of fun. All Zenbu tours feature luxurious accommodations with wonderful hospitality, private transport, spectacular food & drink experiences, plus unlimited visual & sensory feasts. We deep dive into local culture, enjoying regional specialities & connecting with place & people.

If you aren’t already in love with Japan, you soon will be.



  • Spending time in Kyoto with Jane gave me a deeper insight into the Japanese culture. The Japanese emphasis on beautiful presentation and how they represent nature and the seasons have been an almost subconscious influence on me. Because of Jane's experience and network I had greater access to the culture.
    Peter Gilmore
    Executive Chef
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    Quay Restaurant, Sydney
  • I can safely say that no-one designs and runs a better small-group foodie tour than Jane Lawson! Huge effort and knowledge is brought to bear in finding the very best experiences, and it’s all done with great personal charm and care from Jane and Gerard. Highly recommended!
    Alison Lansley
    Victoria
  • I had a wonderful time exploring Kyoto with Jane and experiencing its many delights. Jane is an intelligent, articulate and above all warm woman with a great knowledge of the city and its customs. She went out of her way to ensure that all the group had a wonderful time, providing both structure and free time to explore on our own.  
    Lynne Jackson