Food & drinks in Tokyo

A high-energy samurai-themed dinner show blending Japanese tradition and modern spectacle.

• Everything you get: Step into a neon-lit world at the Samurai Restaurant in Shinjuku, where samurai warriors and dazzling dancers perform amid robotic lights, taiko drums, and theatrical music. Enjoy authentic Japanese dishes like sushi, ramen, and udon as you watch this one-of-a-kind entertainment show unfold in front of you.
• Why choose this: An unforgettable mix of samurai drama, light effects, and dance—an entertainment experience found only in Shinjuku.
• Upgrades: If you prefer not to dine, choose two refreshing beverages instead—from sake and wine to soft drinks—while you enjoy the show.

Inclusions #

• Entry to Samurai Restaurant

• Reserved seat

• Bottled water

• Lunch options (Any 1): Sukiyaki bento, appetizer set, sushi bento, ramen, or udon (based on selected option)

• 2 drinks (based on selected option)

Exclusions #

• Extra food & drinks

Explore Shinjuku through 13 dishes across four local eateries with guided insights.

• Everything you get: Walk through Shinjuku with a local guide, visiting four eateries including a street stall, an izakaya, a traditional restaurant, and a gastrobar. Sample 13 Japanese dishes included, while learning about local food culture, nightlife, and neighborhood history.
• Why choose this: Combines multiple dining formats and a high number of tastings with cultural insights into Shinjuku’s nightlife scene.

Inclusions #

• Guided city walking and culture tour

• Expert English-speaking guide

• 13 Japanese dishes at 4 eateries

• 2 complimentary drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)

• Food at 1 stall, 1 izakaya, 1 traditional eatery, and 1 gastrobar

• Get advice on plans for your stay from your experienced guide

What to bring

• Valid photo ID
• Comfortable walking shoes

What’s not allowed

• Large luggage or bulky bags
• Outside food or drinks

Accessibility

• Not wheelchair accessible due to walking routes and venue layouts

Additional information

• Tour operates in all weather conditions
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Menu may vary based on availability

What's not allowed

• Pets are not allowed on this experience.
• Children under the age of 7 years are not allowed to participate in this experience.

Accessibility

• This experience is not accessible by wheelchairs and prams/strollers.

Inclusions #

• 1-hour Tea Ceremony experience

• Access to the Ocharu Tea Ceremony Room

• Welcome tea and cake (wakocha and tea cake)

• Gyokuro sencha tasting with seasonal wagashi

• Hands-on matcha-making session with a tea master

• A cup of Genmaicha, a blend of sencha & roasted rice.

• Certificate of completion

• Group photo

Shape nigiri and hand-rolled sushi in an Asakusa cooking class rooted in everyday Japanese food culture.

• Everything you get: Step into a shared sushi-making class in Asakusa and learn to shape nigiri plus roll and maki sushi with guidance from an English-speaking instructor. All ingredients are prepared for you, so you can focus on mastering techniques before sitting down to enjoy your freshly made meal.
• Why choose this: A relaxed introduction to Japanese sushi-making traditions near Sensoji Temple, designed for beginners who want a cultural activity they can recreate at home.
• Options: Choose a class with a 3-type sake pairing set for a guided tasting alongside your sushi meal.

What you'll make

• Nigiri sushi
• Roll sushi
• Maki sushi

What you'll taste at the class

• 3-type sake pairing set (as per option selected)

Inclusions #

• Nigiri sushi making class

• Roll and maki sushi making class

• All ingredients provided

• Shared cooking session

• English-speaking instructor

• 3-type sake pairing set (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to bring

• A printed or digital voucher is required to check in for the class.

What’s not allowed

• Do not bring outside food into the class.
• Ingredient changes cannot be arranged on the day of the class.

Accessibility

• Guests with severe food allergies should contact the operator before booking to confirm accommodation availability.
• The experience is wheelchair accessible

Additional information

• Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and halal menu requests must be shared when making the reservation.
• Menu changes cannot be requested on the day of the class.
• An adult should accompany children under 16 during the session.

Inclusions #

• Meals
• A glass of sake for the toast
• Matcha
• Water or Japanese green tea
• Sushi instructor
• Owner's secret sushi recipe & instructions

Hands-on Kyoto wagashi: craft Japanese traditional sweets, with optional Uji matcha ceremony

• Everything you get: Create two high-grade Japanese traditional sweets shaped to the season with step-by-step instructor guidance. Learn coloring and shaping techniques using traditional bean pastes and discover the cultural background of wagashi making.
• Why choose this: A beginner-friendly workshop using ingredients from long-established Kyoto confectionery shops offers a hands-on introduction to Japanese sweets culture.
• Upgrades: Add a casual Uji matcha tea ceremony with a grinding demonstration, or include Ohigashi sweet-making using traditional Wasanbon sugar.

Inclusions #

• Instructor-led Japanese traditional sweets workshop

• Make 2 seasonal Japanese traditional wagashi sweets

• Traditional Ohigashi making (based on option selected)

• Casual Uji matcha tea ceremony (based on option selected)

• Matcha grinding demonstration (as per option selected)

• Ingredients, tools, and materials provided

• Cultural explanation by local instructor

Exclusions #

• Hotel transfers to/from the venue

• Additional food or drinks not listed

• Personal expenses or souvenirs

• Take-home container for finished sweets (to be paid at the spot)

What to bring

• Please bring a valid photo ID.

What’s not allowed

• Non-participants are not permitted to enter the studio. However, children under 2 years old who sit on a parent’s lap can enter without extra charge.

Accessibility

• Access to the studio involves stairs and there is no elevator in the building. Wheelchair access may therefore be limited.

Additional information

• Operating hours are from 10am to 5pm, and reservations received after 5pm are processed on the following day.
• Late arrivals cannot be accommodated and the session will begin as scheduled.
• English translation support can be arranged on request by contacting the provider in advance.
• If you would like to experience a tea ceremony, you must choose Ohigashi + Nerikiri + tea ceremony or Nerikiri + tea ceremony.
• Total duration includes 10 minutes of on-site time after the experience ends

Savor premium first flush matcha while learning tea culture in an easy-to-wear kimono.

• Everything you get: Taste exclusive first flush matcha, learn Japanese tea ceremony philosophy, and the differences between Japanese and overseas matcha. Practice preparing a bowl of matcha using tea tools and learn drinking etiquette. Easy-to-wear kimonos and Japanese snacks are included.
• Why choose this: Most experiences focus only on tasting or dressing. This one lets you try a kimono, learn about matcha culture, and master proper tea preparation.

Inclusions #

• Authentic Japanese tea ceremony

• High-quality Japanese 1st flush matcha

• Japanese traditional snacks

• Easy-to-wear kimono rental

• Tea Ceremony tools rental

Cook homestyle ramen and gyoza while learning the everyday food habits behind Japanese home kitchens.

• Everything you get: Join a hands-on cooking class at YUCa's Japanese Cooking, where a local chef guides you through preparing home-style ramen and gyoza from scratch with all the ingredients and cooking equipment provided. Learn about Japanese food culture and daily cooking habits, then visit a nearby supermarket (optional) to explore local ingredients and shopping customs.
• Why choose this: A practical cooking experience focused on techniques, ingredients, and grocery knowledge you can confidently recreate back home.

What you'll make

• Home-style ramen
• Gyoza

What you'll taste during the class

• Home-style ramen
• Gyoza

Inclusions #

• Shared group session

• Admission to YUCa's Japanese Cooking

• Hands-on cooking class

• Local chef instructor

• Home-style ramen preparation

• Gyoza preparation session

• Lecture on Japanese food culture

• Local supermarket visit (optional)

• All ingredients provided

• Cooking equipment provided

What to bring

• A printed or digital voucher is required to check in for the class.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible. Strollers are permitted during the activity.
• The venue is stroller accessible.

Additional information

• Vegetarian menu requests should be shared with the operator at the time of booking.
• A minimum of 2 participants is required for the class to operate.
• The class accommodates a maximum of 7 travelers for a smaller group cooking experience.
• Infants must sit on a guardian's lap during the session.

Guided walk through one of Asia’s largest fish markets and gain insights into Japanese culinary traditions.

• Everything you get: Walk through Tsukiji Fish Market with a local guide, visiting key areas and nearby Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple. Learn about Japanese food culture, ingredients, and market history, with time for photos and optional tastings depending on your selected variant.
• Why choose this: Combines a market walkthrough with cultural context, making it ideal for understanding Tokyo’s food scene in a short format.
• Upgrades: Choose the small-group option with seafood lunch to include 5+ tastings and a more immersive food-focused experience.

Inclusions #

• Guided walking tour

• Access to Tsukiji Fish Market

• Entry to Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple

• Seafood lunch (as per option selected)

• Photo session during the tour

• Local English-speaking Japanese guide

What to bring

• Valid photo ID
• Comfortable walking shoes

What’s not allowed

• Large luggage or bulky bags
• Outside food and drinks

Accessibility

• Not wheelchair accessible due to crowded market lanes

Additional information

• Tour operates in all weather conditions
• Children must be accompanied by an adult

Explore Shibuya through 13 dishes across four local eateries with guided insights.

• Everything you get: Walk through Shibuya with a local guide, visiting four eateries, including izakayas and hidden spots. Sample 13 Japanese dishes with included drinks while learning about local food culture, dining etiquette, and the neighborhood’s role in Tokyo’s culinary scene.
• Why choose this: Offers a large number of tastings across multiple venues, combining food variety with neighborhood exploration in a short, walkable format.

Inclusions #

• Walking tour

• Local English-speaking guide

• Admission to Local bars and Izakaya

• 13 Japanese dishes (including drinks) across 4 eateries

• Get advice on plans for your stay from our experienced guide

What to bring

• Valid photo ID
• Comfortable walking shoes

What’s not allowed

• Large luggage or bulky bags
• Outside food or drinks

Accessibility

• Not wheelchair accessible due to walking routes and narrow spaces

Additional information

• Tour operates in all weather conditions
• An adult must accompany children
• The menu may vary based on availability