Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour
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.
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Small Group Tour
What's included in Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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!
After enjoying Wagashi, stroll through vibrant Ginza, full of lights and energy. We may stop by the famous Itoya stationery store.
Take a subway to a local downtown area famous for Monja, a Tokyo original. Enjoy cooking it on the grill at the table!
Inclusions
- 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
- 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.
- All the bars, restaurants you visit on your tour are 100% owned and run by locals.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- 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 Points
- Tokyo Metro Ginza Station
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Check-in Time You must arrive at least 10 minutes prior to tour meeting time. The tour will begin on time and your check-in time is important. Out of respect for the other passengers we won't be able to accommodate late arrivals. Due to heavy traffic in Tokyo, please plan your journey in advance, ensuring you arrive at least 10 minutes before the start time of your tour. Additional Information We reserve the right to change both the route and places visited within the tour. Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day. Legal age for drinking alcohol in Japan is 20 years old. Customers under 20 will be served non-alcoholic drinks only. Dietary Notes 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. Local Office Phone Number: If you have any issues on the day of your tour, please call +81 50 5809 5239. This local number doesn't accept messages, so should you require assistance, please call or send a message to [email protected] Dress Standards A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Review us How did we do? Your experience matters! Let us know by leaving a review.
