--- title: Old Town Tokyo Food Tour lang: en type: tour city: Tokyo country: Japan price: 210 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.88 reviews: 73 duration_minutes: 210 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 31 of 45 (Food & Drink Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tours/old-town-tokyo-food-tour/ --- # Old Town Tokyo Food Tour **Guidekin's take:** Sample Yanaka across six food stops, from a restaurant lunch to a wagashi and tea experience. Dishes, drinks and guiding are included; moderate fitness is needed and hotel transfers are not included. 4.88 from 73 reviews at €210 per person for 3h 30m. In our comparison: #31 of 45 in Food & Drink Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Our tour will take you through the charming area of Yanaka, filled with nostalgia and rustic charm. Our tour will offer you a sightseeing opportunity different from the “big city” feel of other parts of Tokyo. Yanaka was one of the few areas that survived the Great Kanto Earthquake and Fire of 1923 and was spared the Allied fire bombings during WWII. An afternoon stroll down the tiny side streets that dissect the area south of Nippori Station will highlight the diversity of craft still being produced in the area: textiles, ink prints, wood carvings, traditional cuisines, stationery, pottery, jewelry, and much more. You will have the chance to try local street snacks, stop by shops that are over 100 years old, see local shrines and temples and enjoy a regional and seasonal lunch, before ending with a traditional tea ceremony with Wagashi (traditional Japanese sweet). By the end of this lovely tour, you will have tried a lot of different Japanese dishes and drinks that locals LOVE! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet up point: The front of Coffee Room… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 10:30: one departure a day - Food included: Dishes and drinks at 6 Food Stops, Lunch… - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €210 per person - Duration: 3h 30m - Rating: 4.88/5 from 73 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Operator: Arigato Japan KK - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.88 from 73 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 72 of 73. - 5 stars: 66 (90%) - 4 stars: 6 (8%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (1%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the food, local stories and tea ceremony; the walking can be challenging for travellers with limited mobility. **Praised:** - Guides who explain local history and food while welcoming questions - A varied mix of savoury snacks, sweets and a restaurant meal - Tea ceremonies frequently singled out as a highlight - Exploring local shops and eateries travellers would miss on their own - Help accommodating vegetarian, vegan and other dietary needs **Complaints:** - Walking can be challenging for travellers with limited mobility Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2020-03-12 to 2026-11-06); last checked 2026-11-08. ## What's included - Dishes and drinks at 6 Food Stops - Shopping Time - Wagashi and Tea Experience - Local English speaking guide - Lunch in restaurant ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Transportation costs - Additional drinks or food ## Itinerary 1. **Meet your guide here** (5m) - And then start a 3-hour food tour of Tokyo’s Yanaka (Yanesen) District. 2. **Tennō-ji** (pass by, no stop) 3. **Kyōōji Temple** (pass by, no stop) 4. **Yūyake Dandan** (pass by, no stop) 5. **Visit small shops with history and try local specialties** (15m) 6. **Yanaka Cemetery Park** (pass by, no stop) 7. **Okakura Tenshin Memorial Park** (pass by, no stop) 8. **Yanaka** (3h) - A 3-hour food tour of Tokyo’s Yanaka (Yanesen) District: Get insights into local life and Japanese culture from a local English speaking guide, enjoy a regional lunch using the best seasonal ingredients and finish up with a traditional tea ceremony & Wagashi. ## Schedule - Runs: Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 10:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet up point: The front of Coffee Room Renoir Nippori (next to 7/11) 喫茶室ルノアール 日暮里谷中店 Address: Tokyo Taito-ku Yanaka 7-20-6 〒110-0001 東京都台東区谷中７丁目２０−６ 谷中ホームズ Ends: End point: Yanaka area ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Children must be accompanied by an adult. Passport information copy is required for kids 10 and above. - Family-friendly - Changes to tours and spots we visit may occur due to schedules of restaurants, public holidays, weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances. Applicable substitutions will be made in this case. - Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescetarian, Gluten-Free friendly ## Compared with other Food & Drink Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #31 of 45** | €210 | 3h 30m | 4.88 (73) | shared | | [Tokyo West-Side Cycling & Food Tour](/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-west-side-cycling-food-tour/?format=md) | €95 | 3h 30m | 5.0 (223) | shared | | [Unlimited Local Night《ALL-YOU-CAN-DRINK》Find SHINJUKU Hidden gem!](/japan/tokyo/tours/unlimited-local-night-all-you-can-drink-find-shinjuku-hidden-gem/?format=md) | €104 | 3h | 4.99 (173) | shared | | [Eat and Drink Like a Local-Hidden Taverns & Ramen in Ueno, Tokyo](/japan/tokyo/tours/eat-and-drink-like-a-local-hidden-taverns-ramen-in-ueno-tokyo/?format=md) | €95 | 3h | 4.95 (1244) | shared | Ranked #31 of 45 in Food & Drink Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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