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Sangenjaya Back Alleys Private Food and Drink Tour: Experience Tokyo's Authentic Cuisine
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69 Ratings
Setagaya City
Embark on a private food and drink tour through the back alleys of Sangenjaya in Tokyo. Sample traditional cuisine, cook your own dishes, visit off-the-beaten-track izakayas, and experience the city's vibrant nightlife.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Sankaku Chitai - Immerse yourself in the eclectic and inviting district of Sangenjaya, a mere 5-minute journey from Shibuya.\n\nDiscover the district’s network of dimly lit alleys, brimming with quaint bars, eateries, and izakayas.\n\nSavor the flavors of three distinct Japanese dishes at three separate izakayas throughout the evening, accompanied by a local guide.\n\nParticipate in a cooking lesson for okonomiyaki and monjayaki at a renowned local venue.\n\nMingle with the residents at a compact, lively Kushikatsu bar, where you can indulge in tasty kushikatsu and sample the nostalgic beverage ‘Hoppy’.\n\nEnjoy exquisite seafood and nihonshu at a secluded sake establishment.\n\nEscape the tourist throngs and authentically experience Japanese culinary culture with this 4-hour comprehensive food and beverage excursion in one of Tokyo’s ‘hidden gem’ neighborhoods.
What's Included
- Guided tour of Sangenjaya
- Visit three unique izakayas
- Dinner included
- Sample over 10 Japanese delicacies
- Taste traditional Japanese drinks like beer, sake, shochu, hoppy, and umeshu
What's Not Included
- Transport to and from Sangen-jaya station.
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information
•Indulge in a totally private, all-inclusive, and tailor-made experience.
•Discover the hidden gems of Sangenjaya, a lesser-known district based in the heart of Tokyo, via its lantern-lined narrow alleys.
•Taste a variety of traditional Japanese delicacies including kushikatsu, charcoal-grilled meats, and fresh sashimi.
•Get hands-on experience and cook your own okonomiyaki or monjayaki at a local food joint.
•Tour three uniquely chosen izakayas, off the regular tourist radar, handpicked by your guide.
•Mingle with the locals at a small yet lively kushikatsu bar.
•Sample distinctive Japanese beverages such as Hoppy, shochu, and sake.
•Immerse yourself in genuine Tokyo nightlife, far from the more touristic spots.
•Enjoy the freedom to eat and drink according to your preference.
•Enjoy the convenience of flexible starting times.
- The legal drinking age: in Japan is 20. Soft drinks will be served to those under the age of 20
- Dietary Requirements: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements and we will make sure you are catered to.
- Sharing: We will be experiencing izakaya the Japanese way and so sharing plates between the group. (Don’t worry you will be full!)
- Group Size: To keep things friendly and allow us access to some of the smaller and more unique places we prefer to keep group sizes from 2-6 people although we are able to cater to large groups to
- Smoking is permitted in most bars and restaurants in Japan and therefore we don’t advise pregnant travelers to join this tour
- There will be some light walking involved on this tour through narrow back streets so comfortable footwear is recommended.
- Solo travelers are very welcome
Location
Sangenjaya Station
We will meet you in front of the ticket gates at the central exit of Sangenjaya station and will provide detailed instructions on how to reach Sangenjaya from your accommodation a few days before the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Kristin_h
Jun 1, 2024
Such a fun night! - This tour was a great way to spend an evening getting out of the tourist traps! Simon was a superb guide and we loved the atmosphere and food at the restaurants he chose. The sake was amazing!
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Darren_p
May 30, 2024
Time for some drinks! - Our guide, Simon, was great company. It felt like being out with someone we’ve known for a long time rather than a person we just met. Lots of good conversation, food, and drinks. If you’re looking for a fun night out, this is the tour for it!
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Helen_s
May 25, 2024
Fun eating/drinking experience off the beaten path in Tokyo - First time in Tokyo this is a must do. Great education on eating culture and set us up for the rest of our trip. Simon was awesome and truly one of the highlights of our time in Japan. Kanpei!!
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Tikashahdmd
May 15, 2024
Great experience for foodies!! - Simon is super knowledgeable abt the area. He had the restaurants adjust the food offerings to our preferences and kept us entertained the entire time with wonderful facts abt Japan. Definitely would recommend. Go on this tour with an empty stomach!!! Plenty of food!!!
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Marinmatt
Apr 23, 2024
Great time out in Sangenjaya - My wife and my mom went out with Simon for the evening, and had a great time. We started at a contemporary gyoza restaurant where we had a wide variety of gyoza, all of which were delish, and then went to a more traditional izakaya where we had a wide range of food and far too much sake. Simon was great company and I'd absolutely recommend booking with him.
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Kbboca
Apr 12, 2024
Amazing Food Tour - Simon was amazing...expat tour of an area of Tokyo that we would never have found. Tasted great saki, ate items we would have never ordered and adored, leaned so much. Accommodated our every request and adapted to our changed in times and more. A once in a lifetime experience.
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Ramonamn4468mg
Apr 1, 2024
Experiences you wouldn’t find on your own - The walking food tour was great! Simon took us places we wouldn’t have discovered on our own. The food was great and he added unique tastings of items that we wouldn’t have ordered. I would book another tour with Simon!
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Kathryn_p
Mar 29, 2024
Absolutely loved this tour. Don’t hesitate - book it now ! - Absolutely fabulous! Simon is one of a kind. Knows all the places to go . So helpful and definitely entrepreneurial. You will do so well Simon because you have the charisma and dedication to your wonderful business ! For those who are considering this tour… stop thinking about it and book it ! Best thing we did on our trip
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David_a
Mar 23, 2024
Great Time With Simon In Sangenjaya - Simon, our host, did a great job of picking interesting places to experience local food and drinks. he also added to that experience with interesting stories and valuable information.
All in all a great time!
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Marc_s
Dec 8, 2023
Tokyo bucket list :) - Simon was great, easy to meet location, the exact experience I was looking for, local, non tourist and very authentic food and drinks like a local, highly recommended , would have never found this places by myself, the guide was very knowledgeable and very easy to get along with.
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