--- title: "Tokyo: Ueno Local Food Tour – Sushi, Ramen, Yakitori & Drinks" lang: en type: tour city: Tokyo country: Japan price: 98 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 68 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [ja, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 8 of 45 (Food & Drink Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/tokyo/tours/tokyo-ueno-local-food-tour-sushi-ramen-yakitori-drinks/ --- # Tokyo: Ueno Local Food Tour – Sushi, Ramen, Yakitori & Drinks **Guidekin's take:** Eat sushi, ramen and yakitori across four Ueno food stops, with all food and the drinks in your chosen package included. There are no vegetarian or vegan options or meals without pork, and one restaurant allows smoking. 5 from 68 reviews at €98 per person for 3h. In our comparison: #8 of 45 in Food & Drink Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Welcome to Ueno, where Tokyo locals really eat! After work, salarymen, grandmas, and friends gather here to eat and drink, and you’ll join them in a small group at 4 local spots. Long before Shibuya or Shinjuku existed, Ueno was at the heart of Edo over 400 years ago. That history shaped Tokyo’s food culture, and it’s still one of the best places to taste real local food. Our CEO was born and raised right here, so we take you to the places locals love. No trendy tourist spots, just warm, authentic restaurants and izakayas serving delicious food for generations. We sit down at every stop to enjoy classics like fresh sushi, gyoza, yakitori, and ramen, so there’s plenty of time to chat about anything: Japanese culture, history, or what life in Tokyo is really like. Our guides are the #1 reason guests love this tour: friendly, energetic, and full of stories that bring Ueno to life. Couples, families, or solo travelers, we want you to leave with a real connection to Ueno! ## Before you book - Meeting point: We will gather in front of Hard rock… - Starts 10:50, 17:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: 4 food stops over 3 hours, All food at… **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €98 per person for the Standard Package option; other options up to €109 - Duration: 3h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 68 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Sunrise Adventure - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Japanese, English - Start times: 10:50, 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 5.0 from 68 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 68 of 68. - 5 stars: 68 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the local eateries and attentive guides; the amount of food calls for a good appetite. **Praised:** - Local eateries that travellers would struggle to find or enter alone - Varied sushi, gyoza, skewers and ramen praised for their flavour - Friendly guides who explain local food, history and everyday customs - Useful advice on ordering, transport and places to visit later - A relaxed, personal atmosphere in small groups **Complaints:** - No recurring complaints in the supplied reviews Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2024-11-23 to 2026-10-14); last checked 2026-11-08. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Standard Package | €98 / person | English, Japanese | Standard Package: Sushi (w/green tea), Gyoza (w/water), Yakitori (w/alcohol or soft-drink) & Ramen (w/water) | | Extra Alcohol (Sake&Plum Wine) | €109 / person | English, Japanese | Standard +2 Extra Alcohol: All foods and drinks in the "standard" package is included, but with this upgrade you also get: Japanese sake & Plum Wine | ## What's included - Standard Package: Water, green tea, one soft drink, and one alcoholic drink - A local guide - 4 food stops over 3 hours - Alcohol Package (ages 20+): Three alcoholic drinks of your choice (such as sake, plum wine, etc) - One drink at each stop (4 drinks in total) - All food at every stop ## Not included - Dessert - Vegetarian, vegan, or pork-free meal options - Additional drinks beyond those included in your package (available for purchase by cash) ## Itinerary 1. **Ameyoko Shopping Street** (2h) - Ameyoko in Ueno, Tokyo, is a lively market street known for its lively atmosphere and diverse shops. It started as a black market after World War II and there are 400 small shops are gathered in this small area. From fresh seafood and spices to clothes, cosmetics, and... 2. **Ueno** (pass by, no stop) - Ameyoko in Ueno, Tokyo, is a lively market street known for its lively atmosphere and diverse shops. It started as a black market after World War II and there are 400 small shops are gathered in this small area. From fresh seafood and spices to clothes, cosmetics, and... 3. **Ueno District** (pass by, no stop) - Ameyoko in Ueno, Tokyo, is a lively market street known for its lively atmosphere and diverse shops. It started as a black market after World War II and there are 400 small shops are gathered in this small area. From fresh seafood and spices to clothes, cosmetics, and... 4. **Tokyo** (pass by, no stop) - Ameyoko in Ueno, Tokyo, is a lively market street known for its lively atmosphere and diverse shops. It started as a black market after World War II and there are 400 small shops are gathered in this small area. From fresh seafood and spices to clothes, cosmetics, and... 5. **Taito** (pass by, no stop) - Ameyoko in Ueno, Tokyo, is a lively market street known for its lively atmosphere and diverse shops. It started as a black market after World War II and there are 400 small shops are gathered in this small area. From fresh seafood and spices to clothes, cosmetics, and... 6. **Ueno Park** (pass by, no stop) - Ameyoko in Ueno, Tokyo, is a lively market street known for its lively atmosphere and diverse shops. It started as a black market after World War II and there are 400 small shops are gathered in this small area. From fresh seafood and spices to clothes, cosmetics, and... 7. **Uenokoen** (pass by, no stop) - Ameyoko in Ueno, Tokyo, is a lively market street known for its lively atmosphere and diverse shops. It started as a black market after World War II and there are 400 small shops are gathered in this small area. From fresh seafood and spices to clothes, cosmetics, and... 8. **Atre Ueno** (40m) - Good restaurant are gathered inside this shopping mall ! 9. **Yamashiroya** (pass by, no stop) - Big anime, game and figure store! If you love Japanese anime games, this is a must place to check! 10. **Don Quijote Okachimachi** (pass by, no stop) - Big shop with everything with reasonalble prices 11. **UNIQLO Okachimachi** (pass by, no stop) - One of the biggest Uniqlo store in Tokyo 12. **Marishiten Tokudaiji Temple** (pass by, no stop) - A small temple built on the second floor above the street shops. It’s dedicated to Marishiten, a Buddhist deity of protection, victory, and good fortune, which makes it popular with athletes, students before exams, and anyone hoping for success. It’s a quiet little surprise... 13. **Niki no Kashi No.1** (pass by, no stop) - A local favorite in Ameyoko, Niki no Kashi is a classic snack shop packed from floor to ceiling with Japanese sweets and snacks, often at bargain prices. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 10:50, 17:00 - 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 We will gather in front of Hard rock Cafe inside the JR Ueno Station building, just outside the JR Central Gate. If you have difficulty locating the meeting point, Feel free to contact us, we are happy to help:) Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Legal drinking age in Japan is 20 years, so note that you cannot drink alcohol if you are below 20 years old - Please note that one of the restaurants we visit allows smoking, as it is common in many local eateries in Japan. If you have any concerns, feel free to let us know, and we’ll do our best to make your experience enjoyable. ## Compared with other Food & Drink Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #8 of 45** | €98 | 3h | 5.0 (68) | 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 #8 of 45 in Food & Drink Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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