Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour

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(606 reviews)

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Savor some amazing Japanese dishes while experiencing local nightlife on this food tour in Tokyo. Delve into the city’s nighttime culinary scene on visits to several popular pubs and restaurants for local favorites such as grilled meat skewers, hot-plate dishes, sweet cakes and sake. All tastings and necessary public transport are included, and you’ll learn a ton about Japanese food and culture from your expert local guide. Small-group or private tour is limited to 8 people, ensuring a more personalized experience.

What's Included

Join a small group tour, limited to 8 guests for a relaxed, intimate vibe
Taste three local favorites on sticks: yakitori, monja-yaki, and wagashi
Sip two local drinks—sake, beer, or a soft drink, your choice
Discover hidden neighborhood spots off the tourist trail
Meet local chefs and explore Tokyo’s neighborhood food culture
Travel like a local with two subway tickets included
Hands-on Monja-yaki and yakitori experience
Explore Tsukishima's “Monja Street” with a local English-speaking guide
Additional drinks (available for purchase)
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Mitsukoshi Ginza department store, in front of the life-scale sitting Lion statue outside. When you go up to the A7 exit of Ginza Station to the ground, you will see the statue. Ginza Station is accessible by: Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Tokyo Metro Hibiya line and Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line.

End point

Tokyo Metro Ginza Station

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    The Tokyo nightlife awakens after 5 pm, and so does our tour! We’ll meet at Mitsukoshi Ginza, right in front of the iconic Lion statue facing Chuo Street. Don’t forget – we start on time!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    After enjoying Wagashi, stroll through vibrant Ginza, full of lights and energy. We may stop by the famous Itoya stationery store.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Take a subway to a local downtown area famous for Monja, a Tokyo original. Enjoy cooking it on the grill at the table!

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We'll finish in Yakitori Alley, Yurakucho, enjoying sake or beer with yakitori from local spots, each with their own unique tare sauce.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 12 years old.
  • Legal drinking age in Tokyo is 20; customers under 20 years of age will only be served non-alcoholic drinks.
  • This tour features visits to establishments that are not able to cater all dietary requirements. Unfortunately Vegetarian, Vegan, or Gluten Free options are not available on this tour.
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Supplied by Intrepid Urban Adventures - Japan

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