Retro Shibuya Food Tour
Description
This hidden gem nightlife tour will show you a side of Shibuya that tourists never see. Step back into history, and visit spots and have experiences that locals have enjoyed for decades! Visit drinking and dining stalls that are hiding in plain sight. Learn about the culture of Tachinomi bars where diners snack on local seasonal dishes and drink with friends and coworkers. Try some of the best local Ramen at a favorite shop that has stood the test of time–serving local fans for over 60 years! And have a dessert experience that you will never forget. Your inner child will have so much fun on our last dessert stop, but we can’t tell you much here as we don’t want to spoil the surprise. Please note: due to legal restrictions at some of our stops on this tour- all members of your group must be 20 years old or older.
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Itinerary
Let's meet here! Join us on this 3-hour tour of the back streets & hidden spots in Shibuya.
Get insights into local life and Japanese culture from your local English speaking guide.
Discover the history of Shibuya dating back to the Showa era.
Taste a lot of different local & seasonal dishes + 3 drinks.
Wind your way along back streets and take a sneak peek inside one of the best spots to buy souvenirs as we head over to our hidden gem izakaya (Japanese pub) wonderland where your guide will help you enjoy some of the best local dishes and drinks with a retro atmosphere like nothing you’ve seen before.
Shibuya Mark city
Shibuya 109
Nonbeiyokocho
Discover the back streets & hidden spots around Shibuya - go to places that you wouldn't find alone.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Adults 20 years old and above only
- Karaoke After Party available
- 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
Reviews(37)
Dianti was our guide. He was very personable and knowledgeable. We learned a lot about the various types of Japanese cuisine/dishes but also the culture and history associated with the foods. Would highly recommend this tour.
We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time with Diante! Sharing the stories, history, and cultural connections behind Japanese cuisine is a big part of what makes these experiences truly special. Thank you so much for your kind recommendation, we truly appreciate it!
We did the best of Shibuya food tour with Jane. It was fantastic. Jane is so friendly and helpful, with so much local knowledge, history, tradition and food preparation. We ate so much, and in places we would never find without her. The sushi was to die for! We couldn’t recommend it more highly.
We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic time on the Best of Shibuya tour with Jane! Her warmth and local expertise truly help bring the area’s food, history, and traditions to life. We love hearing that you enjoyed discovering hidden gems and unforgettable sushi you may not have found on your own. Thank you for this incredible review. We truly appreciate your high recommendation!
Super nice food tour. The guides, Ema and Joshua, were extremely well-knowing and super kind and funny. Top Experience!
What a great review to read, thank you so much! We're glad you enjoyed the tour with Ema and Joshua in Shibuya. They'll truly love and appreciate your kind words!
Jane gave us an awesome experience in eating and drinking! Very friendly, informative and knows Tokyo very well.
Thank you so much for this great review! We're so happy to hear that you had an amazing time with Jane on your tour in Shibuya. Her knowledge of Tokyo always shines!
Amazing tour of Shibuya with Alejandra ! Each meal was more delicious than the last ! Alejandra’s insider knowledge about Tokyo made the experience even more enjoyable !
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your Shibuya tour with Alejandra. Her passion for Tokyo always shines, and we’re glad you enjoyed all the food along the way!
Had a great time with Daniel. He showed us places we would have missed without the tour. Very knowledgeable and friendly guy!
Thanks so much for joining Daniel's tour! We're really glad you enjoyed discovering places you might have missed on your own, and we'll be sure to pass along your kind words. We hope to welcome you back next time!
We enjoyed our tour of Retro Shibuya. Our guide was knowledgeable about the history of the area we visited. Seeing how some of the history is preserved in the food and design of the area gives you an appreciation of the culture. We especially enjoyed walking the historic hidden alleyways.
It's so wonderful to hear you enjoyed the Retro Shibuya tour! We're glad your guide could share the area's history and show how it's reflected in the food and design. Exploring the hidden alleyways is such a special way to appreciate the culture and we're thrilled you loved it!
Wesley did a fab job showing us the more traditional food scene. It’s quite a compact tour so you don’t walk too far . Which means you spend more time learning about the area and eating, or drinking. We liked that. The Ramen stop was particularly good and we ended up the night in a very traditional bar about the size on my garden shed ! Excellent .
We're so glad you enjoyed exploring the traditional food scene with Wesley! The compact tour gave you more time to learn, eat, and enjoy the amazing food and drinks. It's fantastic that the ramen stop stood out for you and that finishing the night in a tiny, traditional bar added such a memorable touch. Thank you for sharing your experience with us, it means the world!
Great tour best tour guide and great food. Loved the tour. Very fun experience. Loved it. !!!!!!!!! Loved walking through the traditional areas.
We're so glad you loved the tour! It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed the traditional areas, delicious food, and had such a fun experience!
Jane was absolutely stellar. She has an in depth view and consortium of knowledge which really gave us a distinct understanding of the retro food scene in and around Shibuya. Would highly recommend. The amount of food is immense and the drinks were steady. All the goods I swear.
We're thrilled you had such a fantastic time with Jane! Her deep knowledge of Shibuya's retro food scene really shines. It's great to hear you enjoyed the generous food, steady drinks, and all the unique spots she shared. Highly recommended indeed!
