Experience the vibrant Japanese casual food culture by exploring the finest bars and restaurants on this Tokyo food tour.

The journey begins at a kushikatsu standing bar, where you can enjoy a variety of deep-fried skewers of meat, fish, and vegetables, accompanied by a refreshing beer or drink, and a friendly chat with the owner, Yoshi. After this delightful start, take a leisurely walk through the charming alleys of Sangenjaya. The next stop is a robatayaki restaurant, where you can savor delicious grilled dishes, including unique game meats like deer or wild boar. The tour continues to a teppanyaki restaurant, where you can learn to cook your own monjayaki or okonomiyaki. The enticing aromas, flavors, and sights will create an unforgettable memory of your visit.

The Izakaya Experience

Izakayas are an essential part of Japanese drinking culture, and no trip to Japan is complete without visiting one. An Izakaya is often described as a blend of a pub and a restaurant, where friends or coworkers gather to enjoy drinks and food together. The best Izakayas are often hidden gems known only to locals. This Tokyo food tour offers the opportunity to explore these spots with a local Japanese guide.

Dishes in Izakaya

The cuisine at an Izakaya is typically served as ‘small plates,’ featuring a variety of dishes such as yakitori, sashimi, fried chicken, pickles, and edamame. These dishes are shared among everyone, allowing each person to sample a wide range of flavors, all complemented by a cold drink and engaging conversation.

The Yokocho

Yokocho are one of Japan’s best-kept culinary secrets, consisting of networks of narrow alleys filled with tiny bars, restaurants, and cafes. They offer a unique experience and a glimpse into Japan’s nightlife. In these cozy bars, people from all walks of life gather to share stories with strangers and the bar’s master or mama-san. While not fancy, these bars offer a variety of delicious food and drinks, a friendly clientele, and a distinctive atmosphere. Yokocho are scattered throughout Tokyo, reminiscent of a bygone era that many tourists might not expect to find in this bustling metropolis.

Sangenjaya

Sangenjaya, or Sancha as locals call it, derives its name from the three Edo-era tea houses that once stood on the road to old Edo. Although just one stop from Shibuya, this popular area for Tokyo residents remains relatively unknown to visitors, often overshadowed by the trendy Shimokitazawa and the bright lights of Shibuya and Shinjuku. This hidden charm is part of its allure.

• Guided tour of Sangenjaya
• Visit three unique izakayas
• Dinner included
• Sample over 10 Japanese delicacies
• Taste traditional Japanese drinks like beer, sake, shochu, hoppy, and umeshu

• Transport to and from Sangen-jaya station.
• Gratuities (optional)

•Indulge in a totally private, all-inclusive, and tailor-made experience.
•Discover the hidden gems of Sangenjaya, a lesser-known district based in the heart of Tokyo, via its lantern-lined narrow alleys.
•Taste a variety of traditional Japanese delicacies including kushikatsu, charcoal-grilled meats, and fresh sashimi.
•Get hands-on experience and cook your own okonomiyaki or monjayaki at a local food joint.
•Tour three uniquely chosen izakayas, off the regular tourist radar, handpicked by your guide.
•Mingle with the locals at a small yet lively kushikatsu bar.
•Sample distinctive Japanese beverages such as Hoppy, shochu, and sake.
•Immerse yourself in genuine Tokyo nightlife, far from the more touristic spots.
•Enjoy the freedom to eat and drink according to your preference.
•Enjoy the convenience of flexible starting times.

• The legal drinking age: in Japan is 20. Soft drinks will be served to those under the age of 20
• Dietary Requirements: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements and we will make sure you are catered to.
• Sharing: We will be experiencing izakaya the Japanese way and so sharing plates between the group. (Don’t worry you will be full!)
• Group Size: To keep things friendly and allow us access to some of the smaller and more unique places we prefer to keep group sizes from 2-6 people although we are able to cater to large groups to
• Smoking is permitted in most bars and restaurants in Japan and therefore we don’t advise pregnant travelers to join this tour
• There will be some light walking involved on this tour through narrow back streets so comfortable footwear is recommended.
• Solo travelers are very welcome

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.