3-hour food tour of Tokyo's Old Town

Free cancellation

Place: Tokyo

Duration: 3 hours

Language: English

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Small group

Lunch

Do this because

Stay off the tourist trail and visit Yanaka to discover a different side of Tokyo filled with old charm
Taste some traditional local dishes
Learn the basics of the Japanese dining etiquette

What to expect

This tour will take you through the charming area of Yanaka – one of the few remaining districts in Tokyo where the shitamachi (downtown) atmosphere, a feeling of Tokyo from past decades, still survives. The Yanaka area is filled with a feeling of nostalgia and a rustic charm. You'll be offered a sightseeing opportunity different from the “big city” feel of other parts of Tokyo.

Yanaka was one of the few areas that survived the Great Kanto Earthquake and Fire of 1923 and was spared the Allied fire bombings during WWII. The area has a history as an artisan town where many famous writers and visual artists lived and worked. Today it retains a similar spirit and an afternoon stroll down the tiny side streets that dissect the area south of Nippori Station will highlight the diversity of craft still being produced in the area: textiles, ink prints, wood carvings, traditional cuisines, stationery, pottery, jewelry, and much more.

You'll have the chance to try local street snacks, stop by shops that are over 100 years old, see local shrines and temples, and enjoy a regional lunch before you'll end your tour with a traditional tea ceremony. By the end of this lovely tour, you'll have tried lots of dishes and drinks that locals LOVE!

There's a minimum of 2 people/2 tickets to buy for tour activation. If you are a single traveler, please contact the tour operators
Please let your tour operators know if you have any dietary restrictions and/or food allergies
This is about a walking tour, so please wear comfortable shoes
On rainy days, please bring an umbrella with you

What’s included

Guided tour with a local English-speaking guide

6 food stops

Lunch in a local restaurant

Wagashi (a traditional Japanese dessert) and green tea experience

Shopping time

What’s not included

Transportation costs

Any additional food and/or drinks

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 7 days before the experience begins., Receive a 50% refund if you cancel up to 4 days before the experience begins.