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Shibuya Stories

Four hours through Tokyo's late-night kitchens, charcoal grills and family-run stalls.

Shibuya StoriesBoat noodles at Wattana, poured through the same copper strainer since 1972.Roti pan just off Charoen Krung — mutton wrap, four hours a day, four generations.The grandmother whose nam prik recipe hasn't left the family kitchen.Charcoal skewers on a dented aluminium tray in Talat Noi.Wok flames at closing hour — Bang Rak, well past midnight.

What you can expect

Tokyo food tour - A chef-led evening tour through Tokyo, the street stalls, noodle counters and market kitchens that quietly feed the neighbourhood. Full write-up coming soon.

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Support local

Every stop on this tour keeps money in the hands of the families, cooks and market traders.

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Original tours

Every route is curated hand-in-hand with our local tastemakers, not a template licensed from another operator.

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More tastings

There's more tastings on our experiences than any other food tours, offering a proper introduction to Tokyo's culinary scene.

The essentials

Destination

Tokyo, Japan

Duration

3.5-4 hours

Language

English

Group size

Small group up to 8 guests

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Transport

Walking tour with 7-8 stops

Included

  • More tastings than any other Tokyo food tour
  • Smallest group size in Tokyo
  • Led by Tokyo tastemaker guides
  • Bottled water and other drinks included

Excluded

  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded

Field archive

Tokyo

No. 001

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Tokyo

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Route notes

Tours are subject to change depending on vendor opening hours, time of year and other factors.

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L'OCCITANE Café SHIBUYA TOKYO, located in the bustling heart of Shibuya, offers a unique blend of Provencal charm and Japanese hospitality.

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Hakata Tenjin Shibuya Minamiguchi is a bustling ramen spot in the heart of Tokyo, known for its authentic Hakata-style tonkotsu ramen.

You’ll try

Creamy pork bone ramen

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Uogashi Nihon-Ichi Shibuya Dogenzaka is a standout sushi spot in Tokyo's bustling Shibuya district, known for its swift service and top-notch nigiri.

You’ll try

Bluefin tuna sushiMinced fatty tuna rollBlow-torched salmon sushiConger eel sushiMiso soup with sea lettuce

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Toritake is a beloved yakitori spot in the bustling Shibuya district of Tokyo, known for its no-frills, izakaya-style atmosphere and perfectly grilled chicken skewers.

You’ll try

Stuffed bell peppersChicken and leek skewerJellied chicken brothMushrooms in dashi broth

Boat noodles at Wattana, poured through the same copper strainer since 1972.

No. 002

Boat noodles at Wattana, poured through the same copper strainer since 1972.

Tokyo

Field notes

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Included

More tastings than any other Tokyo food tour, Smallest group size in Tokyo, Led by Tokyo tastemaker guides, and Bottled water and other drinks included.

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Not included

Alcoholic drinks and Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded.

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Meeting point

Yaowarat. Your guide will meet you at the exit ten minutes before departure; a WhatsApp thread lands in your inbox within an hour of booking.

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Good to know

Rain or shine, this tour still runs. Vegetarians are catered for with substitutions; the route isn't suitable for wheelchairs.

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Dietary honesty

Vegetarian works with some substitutions. Gluten-free means several tastings are omitted. Vegan isn't recommended for this particular tour.

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Cancellation

Reserve now, pay later. Cancel any time up to 24 hours before departure at no charge; after that, the booking is non-refundable.

Meeting point

Where the tour starts (and ends).

Start

L'occitane Café Shibuya Tokyo

Japan, 〒150-0043 Tokyo, Shibuya, Dōgenzaka, 2-chōme−3−１ Shibuya Ekimae Bldg., 2-3階

Reviews

Reviews

Coming soon. Guest reviews from the first departures land here.

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Eat Tokyo with us.

An evening of charcoal smoke, family recipes and the stories behind them. From US$89 per guest.