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15 Best Tokyo Food Tours

The food tours that decode Tokyo’s eating: Shinjuku’s izakaya alleys at a dozen dishes per night and Tsukiji’s market stalls by morning. A guide turns menu anxiety into the best meals of the trip.

1.Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (13 Dishes at 4 Local Eateries)

Discover Tokyo's best flavors on this 3-hour Shinjuku food tour, sampling 13 dishes across four local eateries with a knowledgeable guide.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“We really enjoyed the food tour! We were a group of eight adults, we had a great guide: Kei. At first I was a little apprehensive because he was not a local Japanese, but as the evening progressed, it was clear that he had been…”

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2.Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Culture Walking Tour

Discover Tokyo’s seafood and culinary culture on this 3-hour Tsukiji Fish Market tour. Sample fresh food, see expert fish carving, and explore Japan's vibrant food scene.

★ 5.0

“Since we were traveling after peak tourist season we ended up on an unplanned “private” tour! Kayoko was the best guide. She gave us a lot of interesting information about the different food/ingredients we saw as well as local history anRead more”

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3.Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (15 Dishes and 4 Eateries)

Discover Tokyo’s vibrant night scene on a small-group food tour through Shinjuku, sampling 13 dishes across four authentic eateries for $89.

★ 4.9

“Epic. Mind blowing. Divinely delicious and exotic. Don’t let fear hold you back from the most fun and inspiring tour and tour guide ever—Canon! Absolutely the most extraordinary night of our month long trip to Asia. The private scooter food tour, led by Canon and…”

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5.Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Bar and Izakaya Guided Walking Tour

Discover Tokyo's hidden nightlife on this guided walk through Shinjuku’s secret bars, izakayas, and karaoke spots with local insights for an authentic experience.

★ 4.9

“Had a blast! great fun for my 1at night in Tokyo and. As a solo traveller I felt welcomed and included. The group size was not too big so I could really get to know everyone. Our guide was fun and informative.”

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6.Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Food and Walking tour

Discover Tokyo's Tsukiji Fish Market with this 2-hour guided food and walking tour, exploring lively stalls, fresh seafood, and local culture for just $30.

★ 5.0

“Rie was our guide and she is fantastic! The best EVER! Very attentive, informative and full of energy. She made the tour so fun, encouraged us to try things we would never have like sea urchin and eel. I’m so glad we did because they…”

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7.Sushi Making Class in Tsukiji Fish Market with Professional Chef

Discover how to make authentic Japanese sushi in a hands-on class at Tsukiji Fish Market with expert chefs, perfect for food lovers and beginners alike.

★ 5.0

“huge fun to make our own sushi, very well organized: very nice Sushi Chef Kate and tour guide Eri, everything clearly explained and we made our sushi and what’a more: ate it😀 i strongly recommend the experience”

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9.Eat and Drink Like a Local: Tokyo Ueno Food Tour

Discover Tokyo’s hidden food scene on this Ueno food tour, visiting local taverns, trying authentic dishes, and enjoying drinks with a knowledgeable guide.

★ 5.0

“I had such a wonderful time on this tour with Aki! From the very beginning, Aki was warm, welcoming, and made everyone feel comfortable. The way he shared his knowledge about Japanese food, drinks, and culture was both fun and informative. I learned so much…”

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10.3-Hours Tokyo Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl in Shinjuku Area

Discover Tokyo's lively nightlife on a 3-hour small-group bar and izakaya crawl in Shinjuku, with local guides, authentic food, and unforgettable views.

★ 5.0

“Tour was amazing! Easy to find, great drinks and easy way to meet new friends. Went to three different places, all were places to drink, first place had food! Ended with the last stop being karaoke which is something my partner and i are not…”

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11.Tsukiji Fish Market Guided Tour and Sushi Making with Pro Chef

Discover Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market with a guided tour and learn to make authentic sushi with a professional chef in this 4-hour experience for food lovers.

★ 5.0

“So much fun! Informative and we explore past the fish market into a close by temple, great way to learn about some of the spiritual parts of Japanese culture as well as the food and history of the market”

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12.Tokyo: Shibuya Food Tour (13 dishes and 4 Eateries)

Discover authentic Tokyo flavors on this small-group Shibuya food tour, sampling 13 dishes across 4 local eateries with expert guides and immersive insights.

★ 5.0

“Tour guide was extremely personable and knowledgeable about Shibuya eateries! He was extremely friendly and engaging. Had a great sense of humor, as well! Very satisfying activity!!!”

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13.Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Street Food Tour with Tasting

Discover Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market with a guided street food tour. Enjoy fresh sushi, Wagyu skewers, and local delicacies in an authentic, small-group experience.

★ 4.7

“It was fun and interesting. Our guide was so friendly and did a great job giving us insights into the food and culture of the fish market. Highly recommend”

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14.Tsukiji Fish Market: Food Culture, Street Food & Cutting Show

Experience Tokyo's Tsukiji Fish Market with a guided tour featuring street food, a fish-cutting show, and authentic local insights for under $60.

★ 5.0

“It was just alright. There was a lot of stopping and waiting around and honestly not that much history explained. Mostly it was visiting different food stands and encouraging people to try food. What kind of irked me is I was talking to other peoRead…”

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More Tokyo Food Tours

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