Top Tokyo Culinary Tours

Explore the busy and exciting Shinjuku region of Tokyo with your guide, and sample all kinds of traditional Japanese food along the way. Start at a sushi haven, known only to locals, to try several sushi creations. Next, visit a restaurant where they grill Wagyu on traditional shichirin stoves before walking the neon streets of Kabuki-Cho. End your tour at a bar where you can indulge in tasty desserts.

Seeking out the well-concealed back-alley bars of Tokyo's Shinjuku district is notoriously tricky for outsiders. Take the guesswork out of your trip on this guided tour that takes you barhopping to Izakaya bars in two different alleyways in Shinjuku with a small group. Experience the backstreets of Tokyo and authentic street food and drinks (included) while your guide shares insights into local culture in this atmospheric part of the city.

Experience the Tokyo nightlife just like a local. This small-group experience takes you on a tour of the Shinjuku district's many izakayas, informal Japanese watering holes. You'll enjoy at least seven classic Japanese dishes at three different izakayas, accompanied by drinks, and experience Shinjuku at its most atmospheric: after dark.

If you are new to the city and don't speak Japanese, finding Tokyo's best bars (with the signs written in kanji) can be tricky. This guided nighttime tour of Shibuya takes you to multiple izakaya-style bars that you'd be unlikely to find alone. Enjoy multiple handpicked drinks and local dishes along the way, which equate to a full meal, while you soak up the local atmosphere.

Foodies and seafood lovers won’t want to miss this tour to one of the most famous markets in the world: Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market. See where tons of fish and seafood are traded every day, and get the chance to try some seriously fresh seafood at the stalls around the market. This tour also includes an added cultural element: as well as a trading area, Tsukiji is home to some important Japanese shrines. Learn more about various aspects of Japanese culture on this multifaceted trip.

Tour two of Japan’s most famous markets in one tour today, Toyosu and Tsukiji, all with a licensed guide who knows their stuff. You’ll experience food culture like a local does, buying and sampling the freshest fish in the country. Your guide will help you navigate the market, which can be daunting if you’re on your own.

Discover Tokyo with a private guide who shares the modern and traditional sides of the dynamic Japanese capital. Navigate the city's complex, yet efficient, subway system with your guide as you visit famous sites including the outer Tsukiji fish market, the traditional town of Asakusa, the Meiji Shrine. Learn about Japanese youth and pop culture in Harajuku, and enjoy a tour that’s customizable to suit your interests.

Get more from exploring the Asakusa region of Tokyo’s food scene by prebooking this Asakusa Food Crawl Tour from Taito City. This food tour takes you to the non-touristy part of Asakusa to avoid the crowds and garner a more authentic culinary experience. Plus, this tour is a great way for you to gain a greater appreciation for the history and culture of the area.

Experience authentic Tokyo nightlife with a local guide on a small-group bar crawl in the central city. Tokyo has such a huge range of nightlife options that it can be overwhelming for first-time visitors, especially if you don’t speak Japanese. Start in the atmospheric, lantern-lined lanes of Omoide Yokocho before heading to neon-lit Kabukicho. Get exclusive access to a hidden izakaya in Golden Gai that doesn’t allow general visitors.

Go off the beaten track in one of Tokyo's most-trafficked areas on a food tour of Shibuya. In a small group of no more than 10 people, your guide will take you to some hidden dining venues, missed by most visitors, where you can try traditional Japanese foods you may never have eaten before.

Take a closer look at the fascinating world of sushi, extending from the ocean to your plate, during this 4-hour sushi-making class and a visit to the outer Tsukiji fish market. Tour one of the world’s largest seafood markets with a guide as you learn how fish is caught, distributed, and sold. Then turn your attention to sushi-making, learning to prepare nigiri sushi with the help of a sushi master. Finish your experience by enjoying your creations for lunch.

Take a fascinating 'deep dive' into Japanese seafood cuisine during this combination walking tour of Tsukiji Outer Fish Market and cooking class. Shop for the freshest ingredients amidst the labyrinth-style aisles of Tsukiji Outer Fish Market, showcasing everything from sushi-grade tuna to octopus tentacles. Then head to the largest gourmet cooking school in Asia as you learn to prepare traditional-style ‘washoku’ food items like sushi and a Japanese omelet. An English-speaking guide, transport, cooking ingredients and tools, and lunch with a beverage are all included.

Step back in time to ancient Tokyo during this exploration of the city’s historic Yanaka district. Discover a different side of the sprawling Japanese capital that dates back to its Edo period of the 16th through 19th centuries, admiring the area’s charming mix of temples, springtime cherry blossoms, and timeless ‘reien’ (cemetery). A guide accompanies you on your visit, providing additional details about Japanese history and local culture.

Raise a glass as you experience Tokyo’s legendary nightlife and make some new friends during this city pub crawl. Get off the typical tourist ‘trail’ as you down a few drinks at three local bars and clubs, choosing between Friday and Saturday night trip options. All venue cover charges, one ‘welcome shot’ per bar, special drink discounts, and unlimited ‘bottle shots’ in between bars are included.

Refine your cooking skills and enrich your knowledge of Japanese cuisine during a kaiseki ryouri (haute cuisine) cookery class in Tokyo. In a small group, limited to a maximum of 10 people, prepare up to eight different dishes featuring Wagyu beef, Japanese vegetables, and traditional seasonings. Then, sit down to feast on the fruits of your labors, accompanied by sake and green tea.

Discover the history and traditions of Asakusa on a half-day tour of this older part of Tokyo. Get an in-depth experience as you ride through the district by rickshaw, then stroll along the main shopping street where you sample traditional Japanese snacks. Stop into the famous Sensoji temple, then head to Kappabashi Kitchen street. Finish the tour at a traditional restaurant where you learn to make okonomiyaki (savory pancake).

Take a deep dive into Japanese food culture on this private half-day tour of Tokyo’s two famed fish markets, Toyosu and Tsukiji. Afterward, check out the street food vendors on Asakusa shopping street and Ueno's Ameyoko and Kappabashi, Japan's kitchenware wonderlands.

Combine the cultural delights and delectable bites of Tokyo on this 3.5-hour food tour of Japan’s capital. Accompanied by a guide, delve into the culinary scene of the city by visiting several popular bars and restaurants. Sample traditional treats from Ningyoyaki cakes to rice crackers. Deepen your knowledge of Japanese culinary and cultural traditions and enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour limited to 8 people.

Get a taste of Japanese food and culture during this walking tour of Tokyo’s Shibuya district. Escape the tourist hordes as you eat like a Japanese local, sampling traditional bites at off-the-beaten-path eateries and hangouts that you’d likely miss otherwise. You can also toast your adventure, and new friends, with one included drink too.

Most culinary tours in Japan only cover classics like ramen and udon, but you discover out-of-the-box treats during this adventure lovers’ food crawl. Meet an expert foodie for a daring expedition through the savory streets of Ginza, packed with local eateries. Get a taste of only-in-Japan delicacies like blowfish (fugu) and horse meat, while also making time for standbys like sushi and yakitori.

Discover Toyosu Fish Market with an over 7 years experienced expert guide Fumi with a national license This tour accommodates a maximum of 2 groups with a total maximum of 7 people ◆ Meeting point (around 4:30) Your guide will pick you up at your hotel. Enjoy his mini Tokyo tour on the way (See Pickup details) ◆Tuna Auction tour (5:00–6:30) Watch the entire auction process from start to finish, starting with raw tuna auction and frozen tuna inspection from 5:00 to 5:30 ◆Toyosu Market tour (6:30–9:00) Your guide will give you a market tour and you will learn about tuna, auctions, markets, and Japanese food in detail You will also enjoy Tokyo's panoramic views, and learn about the city's history and geography Savor authentic sushi at the market's best sushi restaurant. The market is also the best place to sample and shop for a wide range of authentic souvenirs, such as fruits, wasabi, Japanese sweets, green tea, miso, sake, nori, Dashi( dried kelp), kitchen knives and tableware

Unless you can read and speak Japanese, navigating Tokyo’s fish markets and food stalls can be a difficult task. Overcome the language barrier on a culinary tour that’s designed to orient first-time visitors in the largest fish market in Japan. You'll discover local delicacies that may have missed if exploring alone.

Follow a knowledgeable guide through one of the world’s largest fish markets during this food tour of east Tokyo. Start with a stroll around the outer Tsukiji Market, and taste specialty foods and drinks such as Japanese omelettes, sushi, fried fish cakes, sake, and tea—enough to add up to lunch. Then continue on to the Asakusa district to sample sweets at a cafe. You'll experience Japanese culture through its food, just like the locals do.