Retro Shibuya Food Tour
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Retro Shibuya Food Tour
By Arigato Japan Food Tours
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Ages 20-80, max of 10 per group
Duration: 3h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- BEER, SAKE, OTHER BEVERAGES 3 DRINKS INCLUDED
- 4 LOCAL FOOD STOPS
- TRY DIFFERENT DISHES PLUS DESSERT
- Local English speaking guide
What's not included- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Transportation costs
- Additional drinks or food
- Start:
- Shibuya Station, 2 Chome-24, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0002, JapanMeet-up point: In front of the Wall Mural of Hachiko (The famous local dog) right outside the station, at Hachiko Exit. We do NOT meet at the very crowded statue of Hachiko. Address: 2 Chome-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0043 〒150-0043 東京都渋谷区道玄坂2丁目1
End:- Tokyu Department Honten Store, 2-chōme-24-1 Dōgenzaka, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-8019, JapanEnd point: Tokyu Department Store basement level under the station.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 31383P44- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Adults 20 years old and above only
- Karaoke After Party available
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- For solo travelers, please email us
- Changes to tours and spots we visit may occur due to schedules of restaurants, public holidays, weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances. Applicable substitutions will be made in this case.
- Vegetarian, Pescetarian, Gluten-Free friendly
- Not recommended for Vegans
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 31383P44
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- 2 Chome-24, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0002, JapanMeet-up point: In front of the Wall Mural of Hachiko (The famous local dog) right outside the station, at Hachiko Exit. We do NOT meet at the very crowded statue of Hachiko. Address: 2 Chome-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0043 〒150-0043 東京都渋谷区道玄坂2丁目1
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- 2-chōme-24-1 Dōgenzaka, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-8019, JapanEnd point: Tokyu Department Store basement level under the station.
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- markmE3034WF0 contributionsFood tour through Dotonbori taking in food amongst the new and historical areaExcellent, informative tour from guide Chiyoe who even offered to take my wife who was unable to attend, on the following day. A great introduction to the wide variety of typical Japanese foods in the vibrant Dotonbori area, favourite was the Tokoyaki - 'Oishi desu'Written 5 December 2024
- D8948JFsame0 contributionsHighly recommend the Pontocho area food tourWe did the Pontocho area food tour with Hiro and absolutely loved it. This was one of my favorite experiences during our three-week trip to Japan full of many experiences. Hiro shared the history of the area and answered all my questions! We got to practice speaking a little Japanese and of course the food was amazing. Sometimes, while traveling, it can be challenging knowing which restaurants will have the best food and the shortest wait times. It was great having a guide to show us some great places to go back and eat again. It wasn't just good food... it was also great vibes.Written 5 December 2024
- P2433JSkevino0 contributionsFantastic Introduction to Japanese Food with a Great GuideThis was a fantastic introduction to Japanese food. We are complete novices on Japanese food and our guide, Trevor, introduced us to lots of lovely dishes that we would never have tried. One of us has a shellfish allergy and Trevor was so careful to keep this in mind when recommending options. Overall, this was a fantastic experience with a very knowledgeable and personable guide, Trevor. We would recommend highly.Written 4 December 2024
- C2450VJtracys0 contributionsHistory and new foods - a complete experience!Alejandra took my daughter and I on this walking tour our 2nd day in Tokyo, felt like we were getting to know Asakusa, plus info re other areas of Tokyo with a good friend. The walk was not too long for us, full of history, religion and knowledge of Japan, the Shrine in the evening was super special, the food was yummy comfort food, drinks overflowing (if you want), loved the new snacks we tried (and bought to take home) - just a fun, relaxing, easy night to begin our Japan adventure. The photos of the 2 of us were special too! Thanks Alejandra and Arigato Tours! (PS we paid $120usd each, not 230+ ea).Written 3 December 2024
- B8077QZmagalic0 contributionsJacob will make your evening memorable!Jacob our guide was simply amazing. He was knowledgeable, fun and passionate. We had an amazing time tasting delicious food, learning about the neighborhood and Japanese culture but also having fun, drinking and singing karaoke. His English is impeccable and his enthusiasm for food and Japan is contagious! A must do while in Tokyo.Written 1 December 2024
- 404tonyap0 contributionsHighly recommend!!Wes was amazing! The food was unbelievably good and he gave us so many interesting facts and history. Highly recommend!!!Written 1 December 2024
- 113petrar0 contributionsA great time for first timers.Our tour was great. Sebastian was engaging and informative. We went around to enough places to get a nice sampling of the area and the local food, but not so many that we were exhausted. The food choices were wonderful. We'd definitely do another tour in the future.Written 30 November 2024
- notsurewherehomeis0 contributionsIn Kytoto do the Pontocho tour, skip the Gion kaisekeWe did two "foodie" tours in Kyoto with Arigato. The Gion tour with Kaiseke was a complete bust and not value for money - give it a miss, but the Pontocho Alley tour was a winner. Our guide was Thomas and he was terrific. We experienced a wonderful variety of food and enjoyed some cultural history as well.Written 29 November 2024
- 165noahb0 contributionsHighly recommend!My parents and I really enjoyed the Tsukiji market tour with Sandra and Makki! This was one of the things I was looking forward to in my first visit to Japan, and I am glad to have done it -- not only do we get to try the sumptuous seafood (which of course was expected), we also get a primer on both the history and culture surrounding this humble little market. I guess we were also lucky to have both Sandra and Makki along as they're able to provide both a foreign and native perspective to the experience. As a result, we enjoyed Tsukiji so much that we visited the place 2 more times on our own just to make the most out of our brief stay!Written 29 November 2024
- O2865ECnicolat0 contributionsAn amazing experienceKay is a gifted tour leader. She struck up a strong rapport with us and quickly worked out our interests. She guided us around the market picking out delicious local delicacies for us to experience. The oysters were amazing. She added thoughtful touches to the tour and we learned about the Japanese language and customs as well as the cuisine culture. At the end she provided a wonderful picnic of some of the food she had picked with us and it made a lovely ending to a memorable morning. Initially we had not been sure about the tour but Kay made it one of the best things we have done on our holiday so far.Written 28 November 2024
- Golourdesduarte0 contributionsIncredible Time Experience Local CuisineHad the most incredible time on a retro food tour of Osaka with Akiko! Not only did we have some incredible bites, like okonomiyaki, udon and kushikatsu, we were able to experience local games and shops (we loved the demonstration at Tower Knives so much, we went back the following day to purchase a set)! Akiko was really informative and really showed us a part of Osaka that we would've otherwise missed. Eternally grateful for such a fun experience!Written 28 November 2024
- W2300QPshannonh0 contributionsFun family food tour in Ginza neighborhood!We had an amazing food tour with Arigato Travel last night in the Ginza neighborhood. Our guide, Kaz, was fantastic, highly recommend him! We got so many cultural insights and tips, as well as eating some delicious snacks and meals! A highlight for us was the stop at a small Okinawan restaurant, where we were treated to incredible tasty food and a cool atmosphere (and an unexpected live musical performance) that we never would have found on our own. We also really enjoyed the dessert stop for seasonal daifuku mochi that was so yummy! We really appreciated Kaz's relaxed but informative style; my kids (16 and 13) enjoyed learning from him. Would definitely recommend this tour and Kaz in particular to English speakers who want to get a sense of the food scene in Tokyo.Written 27 November 2024
- Kirby19530 contributionsA Great Food ExperienceKevin was a first class guide for our food tour. With just the three of us it was a very personal experience. We learnt about both the food but also more about the Japanese culture. We not only visited a variety of food experiences but also a few other cultural places of interest. I'll not say we enjoyed everything we ate but that was about our taste - we tried a number of foods we would not have ordered in a restaurant and some we enjoyed! One of the restaurant/bars he took us to became a 'favourite' and we revisited it on a couple of occasions to eat: we would never have found it without Kevin!Written 27 November 2024
- Joyce Anne G0 contributionsWonderful food tour experience!We had a wonderful food tour with Ray, our guide. He gave us an overview of Shinjuku area, taught us some Japanese etiquette during meals, and had an interesting walking tour aside from trying different kinds of food. It was a 3 hour lively tour and you must go with an empty stomach coz there is so much food! It was an experience exploring restaurants/bars in Golden Gai. Thank you!Written 26 November 2024
- Climber303297293570 contributions5 stars!Excellent experience with Ully on a food tour, great knowledge of the local area and was a pleasure to spend time with. Thanks again!Written 25 November 2024
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Martin W
Melbourne, Australia1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Couples
All in all, the retro food walking tour of Shibuya was an absolute delight. The combination of delicious food, beers, retro sweets, captivating history, and a knowledgeable guide Shion made it an exceptional experience that transported me to a bygone era. Whether you're a food lover, a history enthusiast, or simply someone seeking a unique cultural adventure, I wholeheartedly recommend embarking on this memorable journey through Shibuya's culinary heritage.
Written 7 June 2023
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Vacationerd
Chicago, IL38 contributions
Dec 2022
We had a wonderful time on this tour. Joppy was an outstanding guide - he is the friendly and personable guide you always hope for. We learned a lot about the culture as well as trying a wide variety of foods. We also explored some truly off the beaten path places. It was a terrific addition to our visit to Tokyo.
Written 2 January 2023
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Thank you for this lovely review! It helps get the word out for us about the time and care we spend on planning our tours and experiences! Yappy will be proud for sure!
Written 2 January 2023
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Central_NJ_Steve
Fair Haven, NJ95 contributions
June 2019 • Couples
Kirsty did an amazing job as hostess. She gave us us lots of cool information about the Shibuya area of Tokyo. We visited 5 or 6 different restaurants from sushi to wagyu on a stick. Great stuff!
Written 19 July 2019
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So great to hear how much you enjoyed. All our guides work hard to share the best info and of course delicious treats and dishes. We also offer a discount when someone rebooks a second tour-- would love to have you join us again. <3
Written 19 July 2019
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Step by S
Yokohama, Japan9 contributions
The retro Shibuya tour was an excellent way to taste and visit places we would have miss otherwise. Our tour guide Kay was very energetic and always helpful explaining cool facts about each place and Japanese culture. It’s definitely a must try experience! And the food was so tasty!
Written 20 December 2018
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Thank you for the kind review. Glad you liked it. This is one of our newest tours so getting the word out here in Trip Advisor is very important. Thank you!
Written 30 December 2018
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Tim B
Washington DC, DC35 contributions
Great tour with a knowledgeable and fun guide. Around the sights and foods of Shibuya. Would definitely recommend. :-)
Written 10 October 2024
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Judd L
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We had a great evening with Josh in Shibuya. He took us places the locals do not know about. We learned a lot. We ate a lot. We laughed a lot. Thank you Arigato travel.
Written 8 October 2024
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Patricia R
The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, UK4 contributions
This food tour was great as it covered the historic food of Japan and some of the original eateries which was fab.
Shigeti was an excellent guide answering all our questions 10/10
Shigeti was an excellent guide answering all our questions 10/10
Written 11 May 2024
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Shiv M
3 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
Had a great tour! We had ramen, gyoza, beer, and more! Shigeki was our tour guide and did an amazing job. We learned a lot about Shibuya.
Written 5 May 2024
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Anne C
Dublin, Ireland22 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
We really enjoyed this retro food tour. Lots of little info along the way. Quirky food spots. Great tastes. We wouldn’t have found these spots on our own. The guides were great & we had a bag of laughs with the Australian folk! Thanks to all.
Written 17 November 2023
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Adam G
8 contributions
June 2023 • Solo
We did the Hidden Gems tour in Tokyo with Yappy and Mai (sincere apologizes if I messed up her name) who were the real hidden gems here. OMG! They were so much fun! What a wonderful experience. We started our night at a little at a little bar with all you can drink barrel of various beverages. Had an appetizer of Wagyu Beef Sushi, with a few options with unique starters. Then we moved on to a Saki bar and tried 4 different kinds of Saki and sampled some snacks unlike anything else I've ever had. Next, we moved to a small place with more drinks and skewers. Finally, we wrapped up our night with Ramen that used a shrimp-based broth...SO GOOD! The food and company were wonderful and the tour and education we received along the way made for a very enjoyable evening. I can't say enough good thing about this final night in Japan. What great way to end our trip.
Written 4 June 2023
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