This list gathers the food tours that show you how Tokyo actually eats, from standing sushi bars to smoky yakitori alleys. Nearly all stick to one neighborhood, usually Shinjuku, Asakusa or Shibuya, and in a city this size that is the right call. Come hungry; the portions add up fast.
Hungry for an authentic taste of Tokyo's vibrant food culture? Explore 13 Japanese dishes across 4 local eateries on the Shinjuku Food Tour, led by professional guides.
“Great way to learn about the Shinjuko area and ate some yummy food. Now I’ll feel more experienced to order on my own.”
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6,603 reviewsFrom $86.22by Traveling Tokyo
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Discover the vibrant flavors and rich culture of Tsukiji Fish Market on a captivating food and culture walking tour. Don't miss out, click now!
★ 5.0“Amazing tour with knowledgeable guide speaking good English. Tour gives good experience and knowledge about the traditions and culture, customs of Japan”
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3,184 reviewsFrom $99.49by Japan Wonder Travel
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Explore Tokyo’s vibrant nightlife and authentic cuisine on this small-group Shinjuku food tour. Savor 15 dishes across four local eateries for $89.
★ 4.9“More than a food tour. Igor provided great information on the area as well!”
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2,033 reviews3 hoursFrom $85by Traveling Tokyo
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Explore Tokyo's vibrant nightlife with this guided izakaya tour in Shinjuku, featuring 14+ tastings across 4 unique venues in a small group setting.
★ 5.0“We had a wonderful evening exploring three different traditional venues, each with its own unique atmosphere. The food was excellent throughout, showcasing the best of the local cuisine. Our guide, Taiga, was incredibly knowledgeable and Read more”
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1,863 reviewsFrom $92.85by Ninja Food Tours
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Discover the hidden gems of Tokyo's Shinjuku district on a guided walking tour. Unveil the secrets of local bars and izakayas in this captivating adventure.
★ 4.9“This was one of the most amazing experience I’ve had in Japan. And I made a few friends from it!”
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1,794 reviews3 hoursFrom $34by Travel Japan Together
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Embark on a culinary adventure in Tsukiji, where ancient traditions and modern gastronomy converge, offering a taste of Japan's rich culinary heritage.
★ 5.0“It is very unique compare the other places I visited. We had wonderful and delicious Japanese food experiences”
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1,724 reviewsFrom $30.00by Traveling Tokyo
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Explore Tokyo's Tsukiji Fish Market with a guided walking tour featuring street foods, market insights, and cultural stories for an authentic experience.
★ 4.9“Our tour with Yayoi was great! She took us to her favorite spots in the outdoor market where we enjoyed a good variety of local foods: tamago, oysters, sushi, wagyu beef, etc. Know that the food is not included and you order what you want…”
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1,397 reviews2 hoursFrom $22by Traveling Tokyo
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Experience the vibrant and delicious Tokyo nightlife with our thrilling Night Foodie Tour in Shinjuku. Discover hidden culinary gems and satisfy your taste buds like never before!
★ 5.0“Our family of four (all adults) enjoyed this experience. Especially because of our guide Mimi. She spoke English well and was happy to answer all our questions. Not only about the food we were eating, but about life in Tokyo and Japan. She made our…”
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1,161 reviewsFrom $111.62by MagicalTrip Inc.
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Discover the vibrant nightlife of Shibuya with our Bar Hopping Night Food Walking Tour. Taste delicious bites, sip cocktails, and experience Tokyo's lively atmosphere.
★ 5.0“Naoki is the best drinking buddy and guide you could ever want in a city like Tokyo. He showed us some great hidden gems and gave us priceless local tips to getting around the bar scene in the city. Not to mention his vast knowledge…”
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1,058 reviewsFrom $106.12by MagicalTrip Inc.
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Discover the ultimate Tokyo bar crawl in the vibrant Shinjuku area. Unleash your inner explorer and embark on a 3-hour local izakaya adventure. Click now!
★ 5.0“We had a great time, the guide to be very accommodating, to all. She made contact hours before tour to start to confirm location, and when stated we will be 5 mins late it was not a issue.”
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890 reviewsFrom $39.79by Travel Japan Together Tokyo
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Experience Tokyo’s vibrant fish market with a guided street food tour. Taste Wagyu, sushi, and local delicacies while learning about Japan’s food culture.
★ 4.7“Nazu, was happy to share the history of the Fish market and enthusiastically explained some of the food options and vendors.”
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757 reviews3 hoursFrom $96by Japan Wonder Travel
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Savor the flavors of Japan's iconic Tsukiji Fish Market on this immersive culinary adventure, where you'll discover the complexity of Tokyo's rich gastronomic heritage.
★ 5.0“We loved our fish market tour! Tomo did a fanstatic job of telling us a bit of history and culture. We loved all the food and enjoyed see the market”
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669 reviewsFrom $33.16by Local Guide Stars
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Discover Tokyo's hidden flavors on this Shinjuku food tour, sampling 15+ dishes and 3 drinks across 4 local eateries with a knowledgeable guide.
“Aiko was awesome. She showed us local eateries along with the fact that we even did the Chop sticks making class afterwards. I felt immersed in Tokyo’s local culture and it wasn’t over priced for what I learned and obtained from the experience. Would highly…”
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629 reviews3 hoursFrom $72by Travel Tokyo
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Discover the flavors of Tsukiji Fish Market on a mouthwatering walking food tour. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culinary scene of Tokyo!
★ 5.0“The sushi was excellent and it was nice that we were allowed to choose what we wanted for the one sit down meal. Some of the stall stops were just okay. Very tightly packed area with many signs telling you to not stop and eat.”
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621 reviewsFrom $87.37by MagicalTrip Inc.
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Discover the tastiest bites in Shibuya! Join our food tour and indulge in the best local delicacies. Don't miss out on this mouthwatering adventure!
★ 5.0“The Shibuya district was more vibrant than any I had previously been to in Tokyo. We made three stops for food and one for dessert. While our guide was excellent, with good English communication skills, I would consider the restaurants chosen to be average to…”
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612 reviewsFrom $217.00by Arigato Japan KK
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