The 7 Best Food Tours in Bunkyo, Kanto

Try local food and explore the nostalgic streets of Yanesen. Yanesen stretches out over two wards; Bunkyoku and Taitoku, and is the generic name of the three old shopping streets; Yanaka, Nezu and Sendagi, of this area. In this tour, we will taste the usual Japanese meals such as croquettes, which are very popular among the locals, and onigiri, a traditional Japanese meal. You will also be able to enjoy Japanese food culture in one area. Other than the cuisine, you will also be introduced to traditional shops that sells Japanese accessories, a hand puppet show with elaborate and expressive puppets, and a shrine with a tunnel of vibrant red torii gates. Live like the locals for a day in Yanesen!

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Private tour, Necessary expenses for the tour guide

Exclusions: Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own, Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, The use of private van

This 2.5 hour Adventurous Food Tour (Private) is not for the faint of heart. Instead of your usual sushi, ramen and curry, taste some of Japan's most notorious delicacies, such as blowfish (fugu), horse sashimi, and other foods you may not be able to try outside of Japan.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Japanese food tasting, Local guide, Private tour, Dinner

Exclusions: Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Transportation to/from attractions

In this 2.5 hour food tour, embark on a memorable food adventure with a small group guided by an English-speaking tour guide and, most importantly, a local foodie. Guests will weave through the crowded streets of Shimbashi (or Ginza in some cases), and visit restaurants serving local delicacies that are not for the weak-stomached, such as blowfish (fugu), horse meat, and more, along with traditional foods such as sushi and yakitori.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Japanese food tasting, Local guide, Small group tour, Dinner

Exclusions: Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Transportation to/from attractions, Food and drinks (available for purchase)

Sample local food in the downtown streets of Akabane and Jujo. Sure, you enjoy sushi and tempura, but why not try some local food since you have made it all the way to Japan? Jujo Ginza Shopping Street is known as "side dish heaven". This shopping street is one of the Three Major Ginza Shopping Districts, with over 200 shops and a great variety of side dishes. It is the prefect place to eat and walk! The ¥10 chicken balls are a must. Akabane Ichibangai Shopping Street is known for its shops that sell cheap alcohol. The shops became famous under the name "senbero" which stands for "getting drunk for ¥1,000"! These shops often seem hard to access without the help of locals, so that is where your otomo tour guide comes in handy!

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Private tour, Necessary expenses for the tour guide

Exclusions: Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own, Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, The use of private van

The Goddess of Mercy, Kannon-sama, and edible lucky charms! Travel to Japan and visit Sugamo, a little known tourist destination. Get to know the local mascot character, Sugamon, and visit a variety of shops, such as Tamaya which sells beautiful accessories.

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Private tour, Necessary expenses for the tour guide

Exclusions: Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own, Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, The use of private van

Enjoy great food and the view of the Olympic statium-to-be In between Sendagaya and Kitasando lies the neighbourhood of Dagayasando. This area is gradually becoming more and more popular among the public for its developing number of unique shops. These unique shops include a shop that only sells organic gelato, a cafe that serves Sri Lankan iced milk tea, a cafe that serves Australian drip coffee, and many more delicious places worth a visit! Dagayasando is a neighbourhood that offers a mix of hisotry and modern culture, with the Shogi Hall (Japanese chess), shrines that date back to the Edo period (1603-1868) and the 2020 Olympic stadium which is currently under construction. Enjoy a tour of this interesting area, full of things to taste and see!

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Private Tour, Necessary expenses for the tour guide

Exclusions: Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own, Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, The use of private van

Visit Isumi to see a real port town in Japan! A trip to enjoy gourmet, hot springs and nature. Isumi is a port town that stretches towards the beautiful sea. A port with fishing boats and a beautiful beach, as well as a scenic spot to see the entire blue Pacific Ocean. Of course there is delicious seafood at a port. We will take you to a local shop where seafood is freshly fried infront of you. There are other Isumi specialities including Isumi rice. You can also enjoy Japanese Satoyama by taking the Isumi Railiway, a railway maintaining its traditional look. At the end of the day you will go to a black hot spring. What kind of onsen is it? That's for you to find out!

Inclusions: Tour Guide, Private Tour, Necessary expenses for the tour guide

Exclusions: Travel expenses and entrance fees for your own, Money for food/drinks, souvenirs and extra activities for your own, Hotel pickup and drop-off, The use of private van