Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan

Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide

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Is Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide worth booking?

Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide is a 4-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $95 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
64 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
4 hours
From
$95 per person

Ueno Local Market Experience. You can enjoy riding boats in the pond. Ueno includes one of the biggest markets with various bards and fresh food shops, to make one fine shopping district in Tokyo; it also includes one of

What you get

    About this experience

    Ueno Local Market Experience. You can enjoy riding boats in the pond. Ueno includes one of the biggest markets with various bards and fresh food shops, to make one fine shopping district in Tokyo; it also includes one of the famous temples in Tokyo. Our tour starts from within the wide station of Ueno, going out of the station you will witness the beautiful nature of Ueno Park on one side, and the other side you will be dazzled with the high buildings advertising the different shops and entertaining centre. One of our friendly tour guides will be leading your way to starting this magnificent adventure in, out and about the Historical streets of Ueno while sharing a great story and adventure happened around this ancient place. Join the adventure!

    What's included

    Included

    • Different kinds of Dishes
    • City walking & culture tour
    • 4 Hours with A Professional guide.
    • Desserts
    • 2 soft drinks & water.

    Not included

    • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
    • Gratuities
    • Hotel pick-up/drop-off

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Tokyo

    We'll meet inside the JR Ueno Station building (outside the JR Central Gate), in front of the huge area map near Hard Rock Cafe. In case you can't find the meeting spot, you can ask by showing this (JR上野駅 中央改札外のハードロックカフェ入口付近) to the local people.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    We'll meet inside the JR Ueno Station building (outside the JR Central Gate), in front of the huge area map near Hard Rock Cafe. In case you can't find the meeting spot, you can ask by showing this (JR上野駅 中央改札外のハードロックカフェ入口付近) to the local people.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    ar, ja, en, tr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    The Washoku Club Culture and Food Tours

    Know before you go

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants must not sit on laps
    • Not stroller accessible
    • Not suitable for pets
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • • No dress code is required. • Be some minutes before the starting time, please.

    Photos

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    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    905stacis · April 2024

    Fun and food

    Kato was kind, patient with my family and very knowledgeable. He made us feel very welcome and accommodated the vegetarian in our group seamlessly. The food was yummy. We had a great time and learned wonderful things about Japan. Thank you Kato!

    Response from the operator: Hello, We would like to thank you for taking the time to write such an awesome review for Ueno Food Tour With A Local Master Guide Fully Customized. We are pleased that you enjoyed the tour and that our guide, Naoto Kato was able to make your experience comfortable and enjoyable. We are delighted to have met your expectations and we hope that you had fun trying out some of the best foods on our tour. If you ever decide to visit Japan again, we would love to show you around some of our other tours, such as Harajuku and Akihabara. Thank you again for choosing our tour, and we hope to see you soon. Best regards, Aya Washoku team

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    theevo · October 2023

    Excellent!

    The Ueno Food Tour was amazing! Kaori was my guide. She is knowledgeable, and her English is excellent. I learned about the origins of popular dishes like Nikujyaga. There was a GENEROUS amount of food to eat, and we stopped at 5 different eating establishments, each a specializing in specific dish - my favorite of which was the wagyu beef yakiniku which was served in an air conditioned restaurant at a table with a built-in grill. The beef was served raw, and since it was thinly sliced, it took just a few minutes to grill. It was without a doubt a place I would not have found on my own by just walking the streets of Ueno or hours Googling. The walking itself was not strenuous nor rushed, and we walked at a calm yet efficient pace. Kaori-san was kind enough to take pictures throughout the tour, and I am grateful she did. Like me, she takes pictures of the food before eating.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for booking Ueno local food tour in Tokyo with us in Washoku club city and culture food tour , This tour is one of our highly recommended food tour experience in Tokyo and we’re glad you enjoyed it and hopefully you come and enjoy with us next time when visiting japan

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $95 to $185
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 64

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)89
    Review evidence (18% weight)16
    Booking momentum (14% weight)11
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)52
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.

    How much does Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide cost?

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    Prices start at $95 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide take?

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    Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.

    Is Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Dine Like A Local In Ueno Market Food Tour With Friendly Guide start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Tokyo?

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    Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Tokyo?

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    Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Tokyo?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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