Flavors of Yanaka & Nippori Old Tokyo Food Walk With Local Guide

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4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Dive into the nostalgic charm of Old Tokyo on a 4-hour food tour through the Yanaka and Nippori districts. This guided walking tour is a feast for the senses, taking you down the lively Yanaka Ginza shopping street where you'll sample an array of traditional Japanese street foods. Taste savory classics like menchi katsu (minced meat cutlets) and fresh yakitori, and discover unique sweets like cat's tail donuts. Along the way, you'll uncover the area's rich history, soak in its shitamachi (old-town) atmosphere, and meet friendly local vendors, all while savoring the authentic flavors of a bygone era.

What's Included

Water& Soft Drinks
4 hours cultural food tour with your Guide
3 to 4 food stops
Desserts& snacks
Gratuities
Alcoholic Drinks ( Available to purchase)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

A Guide will be waiting at the meeting point holding a flag

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Nezu Shrine is one of Tokyo's oldest and most beautiful Shinto shrines, offering a serene escape in the Yanaka district. Established in 1705, its well-preserved buildings are a testament to traditional Edo-period architecture and have been designated as Important Cultural Properties.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Yanaka is one of the few districts in Tokyo that miraculously survived the bombings of World War II, preserving an old-town atmosphere known as shitamachi. This charming neighborhood offers a refreshing contrast to the city's modern, fast-paced center.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Yanaka Ginza is a charming, old-fashioned shopping street in Tokyo's Yanaka district, known for its nostalgic shitamachi (downtown) atmosphere. Stretching for about 170 meters, this lively pedestrian street is lined with around 70 small, family-run shops and food stalls. It's a fantastic place to experience a slice of old Tokyo, with vendors selling traditional Japanese snacks, local sweets, crafts, and groceries

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Yanakado Nekoemon Café is a unique and charming cafe in the heart of Tokyo's Yanaka district. Housed in a beautifully renovated 90-year-old Japanese home, this is not a typical cat cafe with live cats. Instead, it offers a creative and relaxing experience centered on the neighborhood's beloved feline residents and folklore.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Nippori Fabric Town is a mecca for designers, tailors, and craft enthusiasts from around the world. Located just a short walk from Nippori Station, this bustling district is a kilometer-long stretch of over 90 specialty stores.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Food & Drink
New Product
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