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Tradition collides with pop culture in Tokyo, where you can reverently wander ancient temples before rocking out at a karaoke bar. Wake up before the sun to catch the lively fish auction at the Tsukiji Market, then refresh with a walk beneath the cherry blossom trees that line the Sumida River. Spend some time in the beautiful East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, then brush up on your Japanese history at the Edo-Tokyo Museum. Don’t forget to eat as much sushi, udon noodles, and wagashi (Japanese sweets) as your belly can handle.
Restaurants in Tokyo
1. Tokyo Local Food and Drink Experience with a Bar Hopping Master
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Experience the local bars of Tokyo's Ueno, Shinbashi, or Ikebukuro neighborhoods like a local and experience a side to Tokyo that visitors rarely see on this 2-hour tour. With a local guide, visit three traditional izakayas, small, local bars that serve drinks and small plates of Japanese food. Sample typical drinks and cuisine and perhaps get to know a few of the regulars.
Inclusions: One drink and two dishes, or two drinks and one dish at each bar, Tour guide
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, Transportation to/from bars
Reviewed By Glenn B
We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour
2. Tokyo Hidden Izakaya and Sake Small-Group Pub Tour with Local Guide
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Explore Tokyo's fun side and experience hidden Izakaya bars with a local well-known guide during your 2.5-hour pub tour. Izakaya is the term for a Japanese-style pub where people go after work for casual drinking. Catch the train (own expense) to some of Tokyo's nicest izakaya pubs and enjoy your evening like a local. Your guide will translate the menus and help you to choose tasty food and drinks at each pub (own expense). Your small-group tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring a personalized experience. Come see and taste Tokyo through the eyes of a true local.
Inclusions: Tour guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By toddhJ8679NI
Unbelievable. Maeto was an epic guide who showed us the gems of Tokyo. He was funny and energetic and made it feel like we were having a friend showing us around town. Definitely worth every penny.
3. Asakusa Bar Hopping Night Food Walking Tour through Nakamise Shopping Street
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
-Start your night food and barhoping journey- At night, the busy streets in Asakusa transforms into a bar hopping food & drink adventure. We will take you through hidden food and drink spots near Kaminari Gate and show you local favorites in Nakamise shopping street for you. -Get Asakusa Local Street Food through Nakamise Shopping Street!- After drinking, head off to some local favorite and historically significant locations and enjoy a hearty Japanese meal engrained in Japanese food culture that will leave you satisfied! -Grab a fortune and Let's drink!- Grab a drink at Hoppy Street like a local, and head off to Kamiya Bar, the oldest existing bar in Tokyo. You can enjoy the famous "Denki Bran", a STRONG cocktail. Your guide may also take you to the mysterious Ninja Bar! Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!
Inclusions: 1 drink, Tour Photos, 3 hours with a local guide, Hopping various local places with a local guide
Exclusions: Please bring cash for the food and drinks after the first bar. Probably you will spend around ¥3,000-¥4,000.
Reviewed By wwtara
Fantastic virtual tour! The guide, YH, was a delight, full of knowledge, laughter and fun anecdotes. We were complete Sake beginners and learned so much. The material is well prepared and very personal with many opportunities for questions. I cannot wait to visit in person!
4. Private tour: Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and riverside walk.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Escape the hustle and bustle of the big city on this day trip to Tokyo's oldest brewery and enjoy a relaxing day of sake. ・ Private guided day trip to Tokyo's oldest brewery. ・ Enjoy the fresh air and the stunning scenery of the Tama river valley. ・ Learn about the production methods, varieties and cultural importance of sake. ・ Sample and taste a variety of Sakes. ・ Gourmet Japanese lunch in a traditional riverside eatery. ・ Visit to temple hidden in the forest. ・ The tour is inclusive of all food and drink. ・ Great day out for the discerning drinker.
Inclusions: Beverages, Bottled water, Lunch, Local guide, Private tour, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities, Transportation to/from attractions.
Reviewed By thepaniagua
I'll be honest, upon arriving at Akabane I wasn't sure what to make of it. I'd just spent the last few days with a friend exploring Shibuya and central Tokyo and the atmosphere was very different. However, knowledge is key and after meeting our convivial guide, we were transported to a world of small, intriguing "izakaya" style restaurants within minutes. This was definitely not the kind of place we would have found on our own and there were plenty of photo opportunities - from the glowing evening lanterns to the old ladies serving "oden." Beyond simply giving us a tour Simon genuinely seemed to have a rapport (not that we understood the Japanese!) with the staff in the restaurants and he translated for us when necessary. The jovial owner of the BBQ restaurant was our personal favourite! The one problem we did have was that one of the izakayas we visited was full at the time, so we had to wait on a chilly evening for around 20 mins. Simon did offer an alternative, but as he said that particular restaurant was one of the best, we persevered. We were rewarded for our patience with some awesome food though! Simon thoughtfully suggested the best things on the menu, based on our preferences. I'm not usually one to post reviews, but Simon deserves credit for providing an authentic experience which goes beyond what many people offer. Thanks to his help and guidance we learned the basic izakaya etiquette and gained confidence in these kinds of restaurants - we were far more adventurous with the places we tried on the remainder of our trip! Cheers!
5. Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
No trip to Tokyo is complete without experiencing its rich nightlife. This walking tour throws you deep into the heart of late night Shinjuku! This unique tour aims to deliver a genuine Japanese experience by giving you the opportunity to rub shoulders with the locals in a few carefully selected bars where the friendly owners and regulars personally know me and love socializing with newcomers. We will also visit Piss Alley, but don't worry, its days as a spot for people to relieve themselves has long gone - instead it houses a series of small shops. Shinjuku at night might seem a little intimidating and confusing to explore on your own, however accompanied with me, learn some interesting facts and will be guaranteed to have a night to remember.
Inclusions: Professional guid service
Exclusions: Exclude your food, drinks and table charges. Please cover your guide food and drinks as well.
Reviewed By Mtr1955
Last year we made four day tours with Satoko to discover Tokyo and it was a fantastic experience. She has a great knowledge and unrivalled love for traditional Japanese culture but she is also familiar with modern Japan, being able to offer the best of both worlds. She was a friendly and enjoyable company from the human point of view, very generous with her time and always trying to give more than a simple touristic package. She is an invaluable asset to feel part of Japan which we decisively recommend to anybody wishing to visit Japan. We stayed in touch since then, and when we go back to Japan, it will not be without Satoko since she is an extra gift on top of the beauties of her country. Don't hesitate, go for Satoko and enjoy!
6. Smappa!Group❌Licensed Guide Kabukicho Shinjuku Nite Experience Tour(Tokyo)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Licensed Guide Volunteer Group is a tour guide organization of Nationally certified guides, and Smappa!Group, which runs six male social salons( host clubs) in Kabukicho, release the world's first Kabukicho nightlife tour for tourists overseas. ★We would like people all over the world to come to know Japanese style social salon( host club culture )and services that have originated and continued to develop in Japan, and to enjoy these new entertainment spots. Here in Japan, not just women, but also men from various industries visit these clubs as social gathering places for ladies and gentlemen to exchange ideas and relieve their stress. Even if you have a dangerous impression of Kabukicho or host clubs, you do not have to worry about anything! A licensed guide takes you to the host club, where you can relax, and they will remove the language barrier problem. Additionally, the guide would explain the history of Kabukicho and host clubs, and how to enjoy these places.
Inclusions: You enjoy watching Champagne call show. After that you are able to have it., Refreshments, softdrinks, beer, whiskey, wine, cocktails and so on.
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Reviewed By Z6456UPmichael
Terry can lead you to interesting and safe places in Kabukicho without any of the hassle that you’ll get from unlicensed people who will approach you. Worth your time.
7. Tokyo Insider Sake Tasting Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
-Kick-start the Tokyo sake tour with 3 cups of Japanese sake We will head to our first Sake store. Here, you will learn the basics of sake and sample different kinds. Then let's explore Ginza and admire iconic landmarks such as the Kabuki Theater. -Explore the refined Ginza district and crawl for more sake We step forward to Kabuki Theater and find two sake stores. In one store you can try 3 sake from local small sake brewers, or in another store where you can try 3 kinds of high-grade Daiginjo sake. -Finale at a stand-up sake bar with 2 appetizers! At the last sake store, let's taste 3 more different sake and enjoy pairing these with 2 delicious appetizers. This is where local business people show up to have some booze after work. Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!
Inclusions: Total 9 kinds of Japanese sake, 2 appetizers, Hopping 3 sake bars, Photos during the tour
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks (available for purchase)
Reviewed By wwtara
Fantastic virtual tour! The guide, YH, was a delight, full of knowledge, laughter and fun anecdotes. We were complete Sake beginners and learned so much. The material is well prepared and very personal with many opportunities for questions. I cannot wait to visit in person!
8. Private Tour: Chartered Car to Mt. Fuji Lake Kawaguchiko or Hakone and Lake Ashi
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5.0 based on 97 reviews
A full day to take the best shots of the scenic Mt Fuji and have cultural experiences. In this activity you can choose on either spending the day around the most popular Lake Kawaguchi and five lakes of Mt Fuji, starting from a perfect shot at the Arakurasengen Park for a panoramic view of Mt Fuji and the five-story pagoda on your background etc,. The other choice will be Hakone well-known place for its hot spring resort, Hakone Shrine with its torii gate standing on the Lake Ashi where cruising is also recommended and ride a ropeway to reach for another scenic view from 1327 meter high. Your guide will be picking you up at your requested central location in Tokyo at 8:30 am. Lunch will be served with the local traditional dish of the region at your expense. Please tell us how you would like to spend your day and we will be happy to give you the best of it.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup/drop-off, Round-trip private transportation by air-conditioned minivan, Private guide (English, French, Spanish, Chinese, Korean professional guides are available), One bottled water per person
Exclusions: Entrance fees (hot spring, museum etc.), Food and drinks, Lunch
Reviewed By Tinalyon75
We had an Excellent experience and Ken was really accomodating. My family and I would highly recommend this trip for people of any age. He spoke very fluent English which made our experience enjoyable and overall a day well spent!
9. Lonely Planet Experiences: Private Tokyo Evening Food & Culture
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4.9 based on 51 reviews
Experience the best travel stories for yourself! Join a local expert and uncover hidden gems on this Lonely Planet Experience powered by Urban Adventures. Forget wasting your precious time getting stuck in awkward 'Lost In Translation' moments. Join a local guide for your own private Tokyo tour to experience the capital's busy, but oh so friendly and compact charms by night.
Inclusions: Local English speaking guide, Public transportation, Three assorted skewered yakitori, Monja-yaki, one wagashi, Two local drinks (sake, beer or soft drink)
Exclusions: All other drinks (more sake, beer, or soft drinks), Gratuities for your guide
Reviewed By V1287TXadriant
Wow, what an amazing tour we went on with our guide Akiko. She was very informative and showed us some amazing places to get the absolute freshest sushi ever. Would highly recommend this if travelling to Japan
10. On The Rocks' Tokyo Bar Crawl
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 73 reviews
Filled with back-street bars, theme venues, and more, Shibuya is the heart of nightlife in Tokyo and has a nightlife scene that matches its diverse city culture. If you’re new to the city, then head out on this Tokyo bar crawl to discover the city’s go-to drinking dens and meet likeminded revelers at the same time. Speedy entry to select venues, discounted drinks, and at least four free shots are included. A pro photographer will also tag along to capture your night out on camera.
Inclusions: A free shot at every venue, Free entry to all venues, Profesional photographer, Exclusive reduced drinks deals at every venue
Exclusions: Transport to/from the crawl, Drinks (except for the free-shots and cheaper drinks)
Reviewed By Olioliooliooioioipok
...and I owe it all to youuuuu! No but seriously, such a great night out. I did this tour ages ago but saw some photos the other day that made me remember how amazing it was. I was a little nervous to be honest because I was a solo female but the guides, Pukka and Kate, made me feel so comfortable and I had SO MUCH FUN. I made friendships I’ll keep in contact with for years to come and memories I will never forget. Basically, if you want a night out in Tokyo, this is the only one to consider!
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