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Adventurous Japanese Food Tour in Tokyo

4.6 · 53 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Tokyo Operated by Japan Awaits
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
Japanese, English
Start & pickup
17:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission not included, pay on site
Booking
mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Taste fugu, chicken, horse and whale meat on a private tour for your party through Tokyo's streets.

Guiding and food tastings are included; transport to and from attractions and optional add-on fees cost extra. 4.64 from 53 reviews at €175 per person for 2h 30m.

In our comparison: #41 of 45 in Food & Drink Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Japanese.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Private Adventurous Food TourThe page pricePrivate Tour: 2.5-hour private food adventure in Tokyo, visiting hidden izakayas and trying multiple Japanese dishes.€175 for 2+ people
Private Tour + Whisky Add-on: Whisky Tasting Tour: 2-hour whisky tasting tour in Ginza (7:30 PM – 9:30 PM). Sample 4–5 Japanese whiskies and learn about their unique production€378 for 2+ people

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.

Included and not included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • English-speaking private tour guide
  • Food tasting and drink: blowfish (fugu), chicken meat and horse meat, whale meet
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available for purchase during the tour)
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Admission fees or optional activity costs during add-ons

Reviews

4.6
53 ratings
Tripadvisor 36 · Viator 17

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 51 of 53

Star breakdown of all 53 ratings

5 stars
40 · 75%
4 stars
11 · 21%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
2 · 4%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and unusual foods; some question the value given the range of dishes and restaurant stops.

Praised

  • Opportunities to try fugu, horse sashimi and other unfamiliar foods
  • Knowledgeable guides who explain dishes and Japanese food culture
  • Friendly hosts who make meals feel sociable and welcoming
  • Local restaurants reviewers say they would struggle to find alone
  • Food choices adapted to adventurous and more cautious eaters

Complaints

  • Some find the tour expensive for the food offered, while others consider it good value
  • Fewer restaurant stops and less food variety than some expected
  • Some enjoy the unusual dishes, while others dislike their flavour or texture
  • Seasonal fugu dishes were unavailable on some visits

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (7 February 2018 to 11 September 2025). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Meet up details will be provided after booking.
Departure
17:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Japan Awaits; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food included see what is included
  • Age rule This tour is for guests 18 years and older (all…
  • Non-refundable no free cancellation

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0+ days: No refund

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Ranked #41 of 45 in Food & Drink Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €299, median €145; typical length 3h. 11 of 45 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 45 Food & Drink Tours

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