Tokyo After 5: Small Group Food, Drink & Culture Tour

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Savor some amazing Japanese dishes while experiencing local nightlife on this food tour in Tokyo. Delve into the city’s nighttime culinary scene on visits to several popular pubs and restaurants for local favorites such as grilled meat skewers, hot-plate dishes, sweet cakes and sake. All tastings and necessary public transport are included, and you’ll learn a ton about Japanese food and culture from your expert local guide. Small-group or private tour is limited to 8 people, ensuring a more personalized experience.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum age is 12 years old.

Legal drinking age in Tokyo is 20; customers under 20 years of age will only be served non-alcoholic drinks.

This tour features visits to establishments that are not able to cater all dietary requirements. Unfortunately Vegetarian, Vegan, or Gluten Free options are not available on this tour.

A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

All the bars, restaurants you visit on your tour are 100% owned and run by locals.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Join a small group tour, limited to 8 guests for a relaxed, intimate vibe

Taste three local favorites on sticks: yakitori, monja-yaki, and wagashi

Sip two local drinks—sake, beer, or a soft drink, your choice

Discover hidden neighborhood spots off the tourist trail

Meet local chefs and explore Tokyo’s neighborhood food culture

Travel like a local with two subway tickets included

Hands-on Monja-yaki and yakitori experience

Explore Tsukishima's “Monja Street” with a local English-speaking guide

Additional drinks (available for purchase)

Gratuities

What To Expect

The Tokyo nightlife awakens after 5 pm, and so does our tour! We’ll meet at Mitsukoshi Ginza, right in front of the iconic Lion statue facing Chuo Street. Don’t forget – we start on time!

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

After enjoying Wagashi, stroll through vibrant Ginza, full of lights and energy. We may stop by the famous Itoya stationery store.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Small Group Tour

Reviews

4.52

633 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

475

Great taste of Japanese Cuisine
lukecK389XN,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great food tour, lots of great Japanese cuisine and drinks. Oku was a great guide who took us to the best gems of Tokyo. Would recommend.
Great time!
Quest438005,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Oku was wonderful, great information and spirit. We had a great time. He took us to places that were off the beaten path but incredible.
amazing
Culture13106140692,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Koji was super nice and paid for everything everyone had a great night. it was for 3 hours with 6 guest and we went to few nice local places.
Izakaya
garycX9420JG,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lovely night with Koji, who was so knowledgeable and awesome to interact with. Went to try monjyayaki and a izakaya. Would definitely join another tour.
Koji was great!
briannat936,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Koji was excellent and informative. He was kind and took us to lovely places. I would recommend for everyone to give this a go!
Mamr and the food was amazing
904nikkib,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mamr was amazing very friendly and a great local guide. We enjoyed our tour and food we enjoyed eating where the locals do and the traditional style dinner. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tokyo.
WE LOVE MAMI!!!
G3621RVrebeccam,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a fabulous time!! Mami was the best tour guide and hostess who showed us all the best spots, and we will cherish her forever xx
Excellent experience, highly recommend.
V5446ERdanielm,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mami was incredibly knowledgeable and happy to answer any of our questions about all things Tokyo and Japan. She took us to spots where most tourists would have no idea about. Would recommend going on this tour to anyone.
Fun and insightful
322christinai,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Masa was a warm and friendly host. He gave us valuable insight about alternate Japanese cuisine. We also met lovely people. It was a great way to end our short stay in Japan.
An amazing experience, would highly recommend
alisab526,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
May was so amazing, a beautiful kind lady with a lot of knowledge of Japan and her culture. The food was great and her knowledge of the food being eaten, definitely value for money with all the expenses paid for. Having a small group made it very intimate.