
Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~
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4.9/5
Based on 121 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~ worth booking?
Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~ is a 1-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $4000 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 121 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (121)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $4000 per person
You can enjoy the experience of making takoyaki with your family and friends. In the heart of Shinjuku, Kabukicho You can make and eat hot, delicious takoyaki at this restaurant. Combine takoyaki ingredients and cook t
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About this experience
You can enjoy the experience of making takoyaki with your family and friends. In the heart of Shinjuku, Kabukicho You can make and eat hot, delicious takoyaki at this restaurant. Combine takoyaki ingredients and cook them in a takoyaki cooker. Be sure to try the finishing sauces, mayonnaise, and bonito flakes! Two people can use one takoyaki cooker. You can make up to 12 takoyaki per person.
What's included
Included
- All Fees and Taxes
Not included
- Bottled water
- Additional meals and drinks
- Transportation expenses to the meeting place
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
5 minutes walk from Shinjuku Station on the JR Yamanote Line. Please proceed along Kabukicho Central Road towards TOHO Cinemas. Before you reach the end, you will see "Shinjuku Ale" craft beer bar near to Godzilla Head.The correct address is "Shinjuku Ale", 1-14-5 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
5 minutes walk from Shinjuku Station on the JR Yamanote Line. Please proceed along Kabukicho Central Road towards TOHO Cinemas. Before you reach the end, you will see "Shinjuku Ale" craft beer bar near to Godzilla Head.The correct address is "Shinjuku Ale", 1-14-5 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo.
Options you can book
Takoyaki Vegetarian menu
with vegetarian menu
Includes 1 soft drink.
Includes 1 soft drink.
Includes 1 alcoholic beverage.
Includes 1 alcoholic beverage.
Takoyaki cooking experience
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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bancre Inc.
Know before you go
- 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
- Participants under 20 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Underage drinking is prohibited under the Minors' Alcoholic Beverage Law.
- Some of our staff are not good at English, so we may use a translator machine.
- Cancellations and modifications are subject to the cancellation policy.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 122 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
122 verified traveler reviews for Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
10/10 must do
I loved my guide harumi! She was so much fun and even tho I was solo we had a lot of fun and the food was absolutely delicious!
via Tripadvisor
Great DIY Takoyaki
Delicious food and an instructor who knows what he's doing, I would definitely recommend this if you like making some Delicious Takoyaki😁
via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience!
The cooking class was amazing! Our guide Tak was so friendly and gave us so many tips on making the most of our time in Japan. We did the Takoyaki class and it was perfect, just us two with the instructor so we got lots of help. Highlight of the trip!
via Tripadvisor
Quite enjoyable
Really enjoyable, not only the food but also talking to Maia, the instructor. If you have time, try it. The price is worth!
via Tripadvisor
Must do prime location
Great experience must do! Affordable price. Nana was so lovely and informative. Thank you for having me
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $4000 to $5000
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 42
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 71
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~ cost?
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Prices start at $4000 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 Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~ 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 Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~ worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 121 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 Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~?
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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 Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~ suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~?
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Around 42 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 Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~ 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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