"World-class bites, Basque style"
World Famous
Tokyo Food Scene
Japan
More Michelin stars than any other city. From street ramen to kaiseki, Tokyo is the world's culinary capital.
European Alternative
San Sebastian
Spain
The highest concentration of Michelin stars per capita in the world. The birthplace of pintxos, with beaches to match. A tiny Basque city punching way above its weight.
The True Cost
Average prices from London
World
Tokyo Food Scene
flight
Europe
San Sebastian
train
€798
True price saved
True price reflects hidden social and ecological costs such as CO₂ and air pollution.
1.8t
Less CO₂
99%
Emission reduction
Prices are market averages, not lowest fares. Hidden costs based on CE Delft external-cost factors.
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Estimates from London, adjusted for current fuel prices
Tokyo Food Scene
by flight · 9,560km
Tokyo Food Scene
San Sebastian
Why These Two?
Both are world-leading food destinations with incredible density of Michelin-starred restaurants and vibrant street food cultures.
Travelling to Tokyo Food Scene
By flight · 9,400 km
CO₂: 1,748 kg
Travelling to San Sebastian
By train · 1,100 km
CO₂: 31 kg(98% less)
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