Flavours of Tokyo: A Journey Through Time - Small Group Food Tour
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About This Tour in Tokyo
Why Visit Tokyo?
Tokyo is a mesmerizing metropolis blending ancient traditions with cutting-edge technology. Explore historic temples, experience incredible food, and discover vibrant neighborhoods. Tokyo offers world-class cuisine, unique culture, and endless discovery.
Getting to Tokyo
The easiest way to reach Tokyo is by flying into Narita International Airport (NRT) or Haneda Airport (HND). The city has excellent public transportation systems, including trains, subways, and buses. Taxis are widely available, and the transportation infrastructure is efficient and reliable.
What's Included
- Yakitori. Tempura Soba. Tamagoyaki. Fruits Sando
- Dashi. Katsuobushi. Kombu. Satsuma-age. Amazake. Imo Kenpi. Daifuku or Dorayaki. Pokemon Taiyaki. Matcha (green tea) bubble tea or ice-cream
- Lemon Sour (Japanese alcoholic drink)
What's Not Included
- The costs of transport used during the tour are payable by yourself. We take two short subway rides.
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You will be granted a full refund (excluding booking and administration charges) if you cancel more than one week (more than 168 hours) in advance of your tour. You will be granted a 50% refund (excluding booking and administration charges) if you cancel between 7 days and 2 days (167 and 49 hours) in advance of your tour. There are no refunds if you cancel with 48 hours or less notice. There are no refunds if you do not turn up for the tour or if you are late for the tour.
- You will need to be able to walk at a reasonable pace in a group environment and should expect to walk about 6.5 km or 4 miles in total over the 5.5 hours. You will also need to be able to walk up and down a large of number of stairs at subway stations. If you are not able to meet the walking requirement, the small group tour is not suitable for you, please contact us to change to a private tour.
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Starting in Nihonbashi, in the past, weNihonbashi Subway Station Exit B12.
End Point
Arriving in Akihabara, anPickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Starting in Nihonbashi, in the past, we will... 1 hour 30 minutes
Starting in Nihonbashi, in the past, we will look at key ingredients and flavours that underpin Japanese food. We will learn about Dashi, the stock that forms the base of many Japanese dishes. We will focus in on two key ingredients; Katsuobushi and Kelp. From there we will enjoy some traditional Japanese snacks that have been eaten for generations. Satsuma-age (fried fish cake), Amazake (a healthy fermented rice drink), Imo Kenpi (sweet potato chips) and Daifuku (glutinous rice mochi with a sweet filling). All of the shops that we have chosen have been carefully curated. All are over 100 years old, several date back to the Edo period itself!
Nihonbashi Bridge
Fukutoku Shrine: Discover the differences between Shrines and Temples 10 minutes
Fukutoku Shrine: Discover the differences between Shrines and Temples. Learn how to cleanse your spirit and pray at a shrine.
Arriving into Ginza / Yurakucho we learn about... 1 hour 10 minutes
Arriving into Ginza / Yurakucho we learn about how Japan industrialised after the war. With industrialisation came Salarymen and with Salarymen came Gado Shita’s (small bars and restaurants built under the railway tracks) to serve the working men before their commute home. We will eat and drink like Salarymen at an Izakaya (Japanese style pub) and noodle stall under the tracks. On our menu we have Yakitori (grilled meat on skewers), a Sour (an alcoholic drink which is unique to Japan) and tempura soba or curry udon ( noodle soup dishes).
Arriving into Ginza / Yurakucho we learn about... 1 hour 10 minutes
Arriving into Ginza / Yurakucho we learn about how Japan industrialised after the war. With industrialisation came Salarymen and with Salarymen came Gado Shita’s (small bars and restaurants built under the railway tracks) to serve the working men before their commute home. We will eat and drink like Salarymen at an Izakaya (Japanese style pub) and noodle stall under the tracks. On our menu we have Yakitori (grilled meat on skewers), a Sour (an alcoholic drink which is unique to Japan) and tempura soba or curry udon ( noodle soup dishes).
From the railway tracks of Ginza and Yurakcho,... 15 minutes
From the railway tracks of Ginza and Yurakcho, we stroll to Tokyo Station calling in at the impressive International Forum Building on the route.
Kitte Building 10 minutes
At Tokyo Station we will try some foods... 20 minutes
At Tokyo Station we will try some foods popularly eaten on a commute home; Tamagoyaki (Japanese omelette) and a Fruits Sando (Japanese milk bread sandwich filled with fresh fruits and whipped cream).
At Tokyo Station we will try some foods... 20 minutes
At Tokyo Station we will try some foods popularly eaten on a commute home; Tamagoyaki (Japanese omelette) and a Fruits Sando (Japanese milk bread sandwich filled with fresh fruits and whipped cream).
Arriving in Akihabara, an area famous for its... 45 minutes
Arriving in Akihabara, an area famous for its many electronics shops, Maid Cafes and Anime culture, we consider the future of food in Japan. We will be trying a selection of desserts which combine traditional foods or flavours with a modern fusion twist. In addition to our three fusion desserts, we will discuss Akihabara’s prominence in bringing new technology, ideas and subcultures to Japan.
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