6 Best Akasaka Tours

Akasaka sits next to Nagatacho, Japan’s political centre, and mixes hotels and offices with surprises: Hie Shrine’s tunnel of red torii, reached by escalator, and the neo-baroque Akasaka Palace. The tours make an eclectic set, from bento-making and fermented home cooking to coffee and a briefing on Japanese politics.

1.Tokyo Bento Experience – Explore Cute Culinary Art

Kickstart your culinary creativity with the Tokyo Bento Experience - where cute character art meets exquisite gastronomy, promising a journey like no other.

“Kenji and Yuzu put on a great food art class. If you love creating art and Japanese food, this is a great place to do it. We created a panda and a dog bento box out of prepared ingredients and were provided the tools and…”

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2.Discover Japanese Politics Over a Coffee in Tokyo

Engage directly with Japanese politicians in Tokyo over a casual drink with stunning views of Akasaka Palace. A unique, enriching experience for curious travelers.

★ 5.0

“This place is really nice. You can chat with your friends while enjoying the view, or read a book while taking in the scenery. It’s a great spot for people who enjoy spending time alone or love talking with friends. 🌿”

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3.Private Tour Explore the Four Seasons in Hidden Spots in Akasaka

Yearn for a unique adventure in Akasaka as you uncover hidden havens showcasing the essence of the four seasons, but what awaits at the final stop will leave you breathless...

“We were Ayako-san's (tour guide)first ever tourists! Given that, she wasn't experienced but she definitely gave it her best. Two things we would like to point out. One, we think it would be better to decide on the duration at each destinatioRead more”

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4.Basic Japanese Home Cooking with Fermented Foods(Teriyaki & Miso)

Experience authentic Japanese home cooking in Tokyo, learning about fermented foods like miso and teriyaki with a friendly guide in a small-group setting.

★ 5.0

“Naoko’s cooking class with fermented ingredients was very enjoyable and insightful. We learnt many new things about miso, koji and other Japanese fermented foods, Naoko is very knowledgeable in this area and she is very friendly too. The lunch we cooked was very delicious and…”

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5.Walk Tokyos Streets With Tokyo Midtown Tour

Journeying through Tokyo's upscale Midtown, this immersive walking tour promises a captivating blend of modern architecture, high-end shopping, and stunning city views, leaving visitors eager to...

★ 5.0

“Fun - saw lots of Christmas lights and decorations with people from several different countries! Good group, interesting conversations!”

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