
Exclusive Ramen Kitchen Experience
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Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Exclusive Ramen Kitchen Experience worth booking?
Exclusive Ramen Kitchen Experience is a 1-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $12000 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (13)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $12000 per person
You'll get to experience exactly what it's like to be a ramen chef, right in an actual ramen shop kitchen! This experience takes place in one of Tokyo's best ramen shops which has won several awards. The ramen shop has
What you get
About this experience
You'll get to experience exactly what it's like to be a ramen chef, right in an actual ramen shop kitchen! This experience takes place in one of Tokyo's best ramen shops which has won several awards. The ramen shop has kindly offered us exclusive access - something normally not available!
What's included
Included
- Lunch
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
Please meet outside of Nezu Station (C 14), Exit 1, in front of supermarket "Akafudado". Your guide will be waiting with a "Tokyo Ramen Tours" sign.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please meet outside of Nezu Station (C 14), Exit 1, in front of supermarket "Akafudado". Your guide will be waiting with a "Tokyo Ramen Tours" sign.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ja, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tokyo Ramen Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants can join for free but will share food with other group members. If you’d like them to have their own portions, just let us know and we’ll be happy to arrange it for an additional cost.
- This experience requires a minimum of two participants to operate. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, we may unfortunately need to cancel your booking.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Exclusive Ramen Kitchen Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic experience!
Did this ramen kitchen experience with my friends- a great way to meet a real ramen chef and eat DELICIOUS RAMEN (and gyoza) in a legit ramen kitchen. would recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Meet a Ramen Master and Make Great Ramen
This was a truly unique experience. We got to be inside a real ramen kitchen and put together our own 2 delicious bowls, and they even made us some gyoza too! Not only did our group have the whole shop to ourselves, but we got to ask the owner whatever questions we wanted. Our guide helped translate, but the owner’s English was also great! 10/10 experience
via Tripadvisor
Deep Dive into the World of Ramen
The ramen shop is closed and you get exclusive access to the kitchen. Not only did we get to cook ramen after eating we got to ask the Ramen Master questions and also check out how he makes his soup. Great experience and insight into how a ramen shop runs. This experience is truly a ramen lovers delight. Thank you for an amazing experience.
via Tripadvisor
One of a kind ramen kitchen experience!
Interested in learning more about ramen in an authentic ramen shop?? Definitely try this experience!! The shop is closed for the tour and you get to make 2 highly different types of ramen with Mr. Sakamoto (a 3rd generation ramen chef!!). I was a bit worried I would mess up but both our guide and Mr. Sakamoto were there to help the entire time. It was also great that we could ask questions while enjoying ramen and freshly made gyoza as an extra treat. Highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Interesting look into a ramen kitchen
Really interesting experience. The ramen chef was super friendly and he provided lots of insight into what goes into making ramen in japan. Definitely recommended!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $12000 to $12700
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Exclusive Ramen Kitchen Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Exclusive Ramen Kitchen Experience cost?
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Prices start at $12000 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 Exclusive Ramen Kitchen Experience take?
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Plan for about 1 hour 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 Exclusive Ramen Kitchen Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 13 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 Exclusive Ramen Kitchen Experience?
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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 Exclusive Ramen Kitchen Experience suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Exclusive Ramen Kitchen Experience?
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Around 5 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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Exclusive Ramen Kitchen Experience 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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