
Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 769 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour worth booking?
Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour is a 3.5-hour experience in Ginza, Japan, from $73 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 769 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (769)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $73 per person
Savor some amazing Japanese dishes while experiencing local nightlife on this food tour in Tokyo. Delve into the city’s nighttime culinary scene on visits to several popular pubs and restaurants for local favorites such as grilled meat skewers, hot-plate dishes, sweet cakes and sake. All tastings and necessary public transport are included, and you’ll learn a ton about Japanese food and culture from your expert local guide. Small-group or private tour is limited to 8 people, ensuring a more personalized experience.
What you get
About this experience
Savor some amazing Japanese dishes while experiencing local nightlife on this food tour in Tokyo. Delve into the city’s nighttime culinary scene on visits to several popular pubs and restaurants for local favorites such as grilled meat skewers, hot-plate dishes, sweet cakes and sake. All tastings and necessary public transport are included, and you’ll learn a ton about Japanese food and culture from your expert local guide. Small-group or private tour is limited to 8 people, ensuring a more personalized experience.
What's included
Included
- Join a small group tour, limited to 8 guests for a relaxed, intimate vibe
- Taste three local favorites on sticks: yakitori, monja-yaki, and wagashi
- Sip two local drinks—sake, beer, or a soft drink, your choice
- Discover hidden neighborhood spots off the tourist trail
- Meet local chefs and explore Tokyo’s neighborhood food culture
- Travel like a local with two subway tickets included
- Hands-on Monja-yaki and yakitori experience
- Explore Tsukishima's “Monja Street” with a local English-speaking guide
Not included
- Additional drinks (available for purchase)
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
The Tokyo nightlife awakens after 5 pm, and so does our tour! We’ll meet at Mitsukoshi Ginza, right in front of the iconic Lion statue facing Chuo Street. Don’t forget – we start on time!
15 minutes here
After enjoying Wagashi, stroll through vibrant Ginza, full of lights and energy. We may stop by the famous Itoya stationery store.
15 minutes here
Take a subway to a local downtown area famous for Monja, a Tokyo original. Enjoy cooking it on the grill at the table!
90 minutes here
We'll finish in Yakitori Alley, Yurakucho, enjoying sake or beer with yakitori from local spots, each with their own unique tare sauce.
75 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ginza
Mitsukoshi Ginza department store, in front of the life-scale sitting Lion statue outside. When you go up to the A7 exit of Ginza Station to the ground, you will see the statue. Ginza Station is accessible by: Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Tokyo Metro Hibiya line and Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Tokyo Metro Ginza Station
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 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Intrepid Urban Adventures - Japan
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 12 years old.
- Legal drinking age in Tokyo is 20; customers under 20 years of age will only be served non-alcoholic drinks.
- This tour features visits to establishments that are not able to cater all dietary requirements. Unfortunately Vegetarian, Vegan, or Gluten Free options are not available on this tour.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- All the bars, restaurants you visit on your tour are 100% owned and run by locals.
- This tour is operated by a Certified B Corp™
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 764 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
764 verified traveler reviews for Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Mediocre at best
Unfortunately, our experience and the experience our entire group was not that positive. The guide was not engaging. Took us into some busy places and we were having trouble understanding her but also hearing her as she would target her conversation at one or two people. Didn't find it interesting or that enjoyable. Nothing you couldn't find on your own quite easily. The restaurants we stopped at were mediocre, she didn't have a reservation for one of our stop so we ended up looking around for another option. Food was very average. Maybe it was just our guide, but I wouldn't recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Great but English lacks a little
It was wonderful so fun! Expecting a little more English but Oku was great! Very knowledgeable and fun!
via Tripadvisor
Great food tour!
Uko was wonderful! Informative and fun! We went to places we never would have found otherwise.
via Tripadvisor
Not our what we expected.
Not really a pub crawl more of eating ecperance. I would have liked a pub to pub experience. First time ever in 20 years that I had a guide have beers with us. Not a good value for the money.
via Tripadvisor
Great
Min was fantastic. Great tour. Eat your chicken heart out.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $73 to $13,985
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 269
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Intrepid Urban Adventures - Japan, who run 4 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 73.4.
See everything Intrepid Urban Adventures - Japan runsWhy this scores 75
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Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ginza.
How much does Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour cost?
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Prices start at $73 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ginza usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour take?
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Plan for about 3.5 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 Ginza is not rushed.
Is Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 769 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ginza, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour?
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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 Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour?
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Around 269 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 Ginza 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 Ginza and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour 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 Ginza 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 Ginza?
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On Outty we rank every Ginza experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour, Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Bus Tour Return by Bullet Train, Private Tour to Mt. Fuji/or hakone (Fully Licensed Operator). 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 Ginza?
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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 Ginza?
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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.
What is included in Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour?
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Included: Join a small group tour, limited to 8 guests for a relaxed, intimate vibe; Taste three local favorites on sticks: yakitori, monja-yaki, and wagashi; Sip two local drinks—sake, beer, or a soft drink, your choice; Discover hidden neighborhood spots off the tourist trail; and Meet local chefs and explore Tokyo’s neighborhood food culture. Not included: Additional drinks (available for purchase); and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour?
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Mitsukoshi Ginza department store, in front of the life-scale sitting Lion statue outside. When you go up to the A7 exit of Ginza Station to the ground, you will see the statue. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour offered in?
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It is offered in Japanese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour?
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Across 769 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, knowledge and storytelling, the guide. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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