Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan

Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya

Outty Ranking 58 5.0 · 9 traveler reviews6 hoursFrom $30726

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Is Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya worth booking?

Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya is a 6-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $30726 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
58 / 100
Rating
5/5 (9)
Duration
6 hours
From
$30726 per person

• Private, fully inclusive, customizable 6 hour experience of Tokyo's food scene. • Visit three distinct neighbourhoods and experience 3 distinct food scenes • Check out Tokyo's biggest department store food hall. • Expl

What you get

    About this experience

    • Private, fully inclusive, customizable 6 hour experience of Tokyo's food scene. • Visit three distinct neighbourhoods and experience 3 distinct food scenes • Check out Tokyo's biggest department store food hall. • Explore Jujo's traditional 'shoutengai' shopping arcade and try an array of delicious street food. • Enjoy a night out in Akabane, an off the tourist radar drinking area famous for its retro atmosphere and delicious food. • Rub shoulders with the locals in a raucous standing bar. • Experience a full meal at a traditional izakaya. • Try a huge array of food and drinks. • No hidden costs. • Off the beaten path locations.

    What's included

    Included

    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Snacks
    • Dinner
    • Guided private walking tour through three neighborhoods.

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Transportation to/from attractions

    What you'll see and do

    1. SEIBU IKEBUKURO Main Store

      Explore two of Tokyo biggest department store food halls. See, taste and sample exquisite gourmet treats and experience one aspect of Tokyo's amazing food scene.

      45 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Jujo Ginza Shopping Arcade

      Jujo's old school 'shoutengai' shopping streets is one of Tokyo best kept secrets. Shop like locals in the old school shopping arcade. Jujo's shoutengai is one of the best places to sample Tokyo's street food scene. Taste an array of street food from fried chicken and dumplings to melon bread and mochi. Learn about and try Japanese famous drinks, sake and shochu, at an old school liquor store. Peruse for sousvenirs from the plethora of mom and pop shops that line the shopping street.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Explore north Tokyo's popular entertainment district, Akabane. Retro Akabane with its lantern lit alleys packed with tiny bars and izakayas is a local secret. Get away from the tourist crowds and experience the laid back charms of this unique drinking area. Visit a raucous izakaya and try a selection of drinks and beer snacks before visiting a traditional izakaya for a delicious selection of traditional food and drinks.

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Tokyo

    The meeting point is in front of the information desk at the central exit of JR Ikebukuro station.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Your guide will drop you off at JR Akabane station after the tour.

    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
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 12 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Tokyo Memories

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The legal drinking age in Japan is 20 years old. Soft drinks will be served to those under 20 years old
    • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
    • Not recommended for pregnant women due to the fact that smoking is allowed in bars and restaurants in Japan.
    • A moderate amount of walking is involved so comfortable foot wear is encouraged

    Photos

    Sampling food at Tokyo's biggest department store food hallTrying sake in a liquor store on Jujo's famous shopping street.Delicious grilled chicken at a Robatayaki restaurant in AkabaneTrying melon bread and enjoying street beers in JujoMeeting the locals in an Akabane standing barSeafood shabu shabu in Akabane

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    9 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    9 verified traveler reviews for Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Guadalupe_C · November 2024

    Like hiring a friend for the day to show you around

    We had a great day with Simon and spent the day eating and drinking around some fantastic neighbourhoods in Tokyo where we saw not a single tourist. It felt like visiting the city with a friend who knows takes you to all the cool places. Simon was really friendly and easy going and we immediately felt comfortable with him. We rolled home at the end of the day absolutely FULL of good food, drinks and great conversation. Thank you!

    via Viator

    laurafinlayson28 · August 2023

    6 hour food tour was great!

    Great tour! Lots and lots of food which was great, all included in the tour price. Simon our guide was fluent in Japanese but also English so it made for an enjoyable 6 hour tour. We went to lots of different styles of restaurants and food places and loved it all!

    Response from the operator: Thanks guys! Really happy you enjoyed the tour!

    via Tripadvisor

    Dinusha280 · April 2023

    Best day seeing and tasting authentic foods of Japan

    What a wonderful tour this was. We had Simon who took us around so we could taste so many different foods. All those pictures you see on Instagram of food - well Simon knows where the real and authentic versions of those are where the quality is better, you don’t have to wait in lines and it’s more true Japan in suburbs you won’t normally visit. We ate so much food that by the last one, we were so full that we could hardly move. It was one of our favourite tours as we got to see areas of Tokyo we wouldn’t have otherwise ventured to. If you want to try good food or even see all the foods you see picture and videos of on social media without the fuss and lines and with good quality foods locals would eat, then don’t hesitate to book this trip.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the kind words Dinusha. I really enjoyed taking you and your family out. I am glad you enjoyed the food and drink!

    via Tripadvisor

    Hayes_W · March 2023

    Excellent! Super Fun!

    Great "off the tourist track" food tour! Simon was an excellent host. We hit a lot of very diverse food experiences in the time. Exactly what I was looking for. Definitely recommend it to every foodie out there who is looking for something a bit more authentic with more locals than tourists when you looked around.

    via Viator

    DCTravell · November 2022

    Amazing private tour to hidden gems with super-friendly and well-informed guide, Simon

    Our tour with Simon was by far the highlight of our whole trip to Tokyo. We spent 6 hours with him and got a far better feel for the real Tokyo--its food, its secrets, its culture, its politics, and what it's like to really live here--than if we had tried to wander around on our own. Simon leverages his decades of experience living, eating, and, oh yeah, drinking, in the city. No topic is off limits. No personal preference is unheeded. We have been on foodie tours where the stops and menus are set and limited. This is not that--Simon tailors your private tour continuously...even for our pescatarianism and my beer antipathy...no small feat, but Simon was up for the challenge. He absolutely made our whole trip.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much. It was a great day and I really enjoyed showing you around a different side of the city. Really happy you enjoyed the day.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    6 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Price range
    $30726 to $55808
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    3
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 58

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)33
    Booking momentum (14% weight)23
    Value for money (12% weight)6
    Listing quality (10% weight)82
    Local standing (8% weight)57
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya cost?

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    Prices start at $30726 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 Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya take?

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    Plan for about 6 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 Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 9 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 Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya?

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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 Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya?

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    Around 3 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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Tokyo food scene 6 hour experience: Depatika, street food, izakaya 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.

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