Itinerary

1. 4-Hour Tokyo Food Tour Itinerary

   Start Time: 5:30 PM (subject to confirmation based on group and day)

   • Meet your guide at a designated location in a vibrant Tokyo neighborhood such as Shinjuku, Yurakucho, or Ueno.

   • Begin with a cultural briefing about Tokyo's after-work food scene and neighborhood culinary identity.

   Stop 1 – Experience Standing Yakitori Bar Culture

   • Enter a hidden local yakitori bar popular with Tokyoites.

   • Savor grilled skewers such as chicken thigh, tsukune (meatball), and seasonal vegetables.

   • Learn about izakaya dining customs and etiquette from your local guide.

   • Enjoy a local beer, soda, or tea (optional alcoholic beverages at own cost).

   Walk to the Second Neighborhood Stop

   • Navigate neon-lit alleys or quiet side streets.

   • Hear stories about the neighborhood’s culinary evolution and street food traditions.

   Stop 2 – Dine at a Gyoza or Okonomiyaki Eatery

   • Choose between crispy handmade dumplings or savory okonomiyaki (Japanese pancake).

   • Observe how chefs prepare each dish on hot plates right in front of you.

   • Try a highball or regional sake (optional).

   • Discover how regional differences shape Japan’s favorite comfort foods.

   Continue to a Retro Food Alley or Local Snack Stop

   • Explore a traditional food alley or visit a nostalgic snack bar.

   • Dive into a hearty bowl of Tokyo-style ramen or assorted retro snacks.

   • Discuss how post-war food culture influenced Japanese casual dining.

   Final Stop – Enjoy a Local Sweet Treat

   • Finish with a local dessert such as fresh mochi, a custard cake, or traditional Japanese jelly.

   • Chat with your guide about dessert culture in Japan and receive tips for late-night eats.

   End of Tour: Approximately 9:30 PM

   • Return to a nearby station or receive personalized recommendations for continuing your evening.

   • Say farewell to your guide and leave with a deeper appreciation of Tokyo’s local food culture.