Flavors of Japan: Central Tokyo Food Tour with Wagashi Experience

US$ 164 per person

Starting time

10:30am

Duration

3 hours

Group Size

2–9+ guests

Language

English, Japanese

Free cancellation until 48 hours before start

Discounted rates for children

What to Expect

Experience some of Japan’s most amazing flavors and develop a deeper understanding of why Japanese cuisine is so exquisite and unique. Learn about the food from the different regions of Japan, the process of how to make them and why they come from those areas.

On this tour, you will visit 8 shops, and taste more than 13 different types of food, each representing different regions of Japan, seasonal flavors and the building blocks of Japanese cuisine. You will enjoy exploring a special regional food shop. And taste some amazing green teas from an innovative and yet traditional shop! Enjoy lunch at a very serene, authentic place.

Next, you will enjoy an authentic Japanese “must do” activity, Wagashi experience with a Wagashi master that will make an intricately handcrafted dessert in front of you. Wagashi are traditional Japanese cakes also known as “art of the five senses.” These desserts offer layer-upon-layer of enjoyment with their beautiful design, delicate sweetness and pleasant taste. This will be served with very high-quality Matcha.

Our final stop will be in an innovative and amazing green tea shop. We will have the change to taste seasonal teas and even bring some wonderful tea souvenirs home with you.

This tour is great for guests who prefer a little less walking and perfect if you want a relaxed pace for your food experience. This is an overview course about the cuisine of Japan!

Schedule

Monday to Friday

10:15 - 10:30 am: Meet at the Starbucks close to Nihonbashi Bridge
10:30 am: Tour starts and explore
10:40 am: Visit 8 food stops: different flavors, traditions, and regions and of Japanese cuisine and tea
11:30 pm: See a traditional stationary shop with 100 years of history and Japan’s oldest and most expensive fruit shop
12:00 pm: Have a delicious lunch at a very serene, authentic place
12:45 pm: Enjoy an authentic Wagashi Experience with a Wagashi master
1:30 pm: End with a unique tea tasting of seasonal and artisanal green and black teas at a one-of-a-kind shop

Meeting Point

The meeting point is in front of Starbucks close to the famous Nihonbashi Bridge. (Make sure you come to the one closest to the bridge as there are others in the area)

Nearest stations: Mitsukoshimae Station which is just under the COREDO buildings. Once you get to Mitsukoshimae Station, please follow guidance to Nihonbashi Bridge
Or Nihonbashi Station on the other side of the bridge. about 8 mins walk.

Address on Google Maps: 1 Chome-7-1 Nihonbashimuromachi, Chūō-ku, Tōkyō-to 103-0022

* The exact address will be shared in your booking confirmation.

Included Highlights

Enjoy an authentic Wagashi Experience

Enjoy the unique tea testing

Explore Nihonbashi area

Visit 8 regional food stores

Visit Japan’s oldest and most expensive fruit shop

Additional Information

Confirmation

You will receive the confirmation of your booking within 24 hours.

Free Cancellation

Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 72 hours prior to the activity If you are not able to arrive at the meeting point by the departure time, the tour will start regardless and no refund will be provided..