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Delve into Tokyo's culinary heritage on a walking tour in Nihonbashi, where traditional flavors come to life. Experience umami through tastings of sour ume juice, sweet wagashi from historic shops, salty hanpen, and matcha. This journey through Edo's food culture also includes visits to lacquerware and washi paper shops, enriching your understanding of Japan's seasonal culinary artistry. Enjoy fresh dashi and premium sweets while learning about the craftsmanship behind each delicacy. Perfect for food enthusiasts and culture seekers alike, this tour offers a unique look at Japan's respect for nature and flavor balance.
- Taste the five basic flavors: sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami
- Visit three traditional wagashi shops with artisan-made sweets
- Experience dashi tasting at a specialized store from the Edo period
- Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Nihonbashi
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Exit 4 of Kodenmacho station Our guide will have a panel with Viator tour. So you will easily recognize him or her.
Yagicho Honten, Katsuobushi store since 1737, just near the Nihonbashi Bridge
Itinerary
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Suginomori Shrine (Pass by)
District of Kodenmacho and Odenmacho
Admission ticket free -
1Nihonbashi
3 traditional artisanal Wagashi cake shops since 1720s, since 1818 and since 1878. Edo style toothpick shop since 1704. Kamaboko (fish cake) shop since 1656.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Nihonbashi Bridge (Pass by)
Starting point of all roads in Japan
Admission ticket free -
2
Traditional artisanal laque ware shop since 1689.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Traditional japanese paper shop since 1806
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Nihonbashi
Traditional store specialized in dashi since 1737
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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