Top Kanto Unique Experiences

Experience the taste of traditional Japanese cuisine at an award-winning restaurant located in the Ginza district. The restaurant, Ginza Yamaji, has been awarded a Michelin star a total of 7 times. Ginza Yamaji has been operating for over 30 years and continues to attract guests with a taste for gourmet cuisine. You will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide in this tour to explain the courses and history of kaiseki. Kaiseki refers to a high-quality Japanese course meal, which you will get to taste. This particular course set includes seven unique Japanese dishes with a beverage of choice. Learn about the artful culinary tradition with a guide, who will be present to explain the history behind each dish.

Evening is a great time to tour Tokyo by bike because the streets are less crowded, and the air is cooler. Check out the Tokyo Skytree, Sensoji Temple, the Nihonbashi neighborhood, and more. This e-bike tour is an easy way to cover a lot of ground, as these bikes are so easy to pedal. You don't need to be super athletic to enjoy riding e-bikes.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the big city on this day trip to Tokyo's oldest brewery and enjoy a relaxing day of sake. ・ Private guided day trip to Tokyo's oldest brewery. ・ Enjoy the fresh air and the stunning scenery of the Tama river valley. ・ Learn about the production methods, varieties and cultural importance of sake. ・ Sample and taste a variety of Sakes. ・ Gourmet Japanese lunch in a traditional riverside eatery. ・ Visit to temple hidden in the forest. ・ The tour is inclusive of all food and drink. ・ Great day out for the discerning drinker.

Foodie travelers won't want to miss this action-packed six-hour tour of Tokyo's food scene. You'll visit three different neighborhoods of the enormous city, each with its own food highlights. Enjoy street food, a traditional izakaya meal, authentic local bars, and much more. Come hungry, and be prepared to experience much more than you could if eating your way around the city independently.

Akabane, a residential neighborhood in Northern Tokyo, is a popular evening destination for locals. Let your English-speaking guide walk you through the retro charm of its narrow alleys, glowing with red paper lanterns, as you eat and drink your way through 3 traditional izakayas. Enjoy the nightlife in a relaxed way as you try at least 10 Japanese delicacies and 3 drinks like sake, shochu and hoppy.

Savor authentic Tokyo food on this "izakaya" tour of Sangenjaya, a vibrant neighborhood that’s away from the city tourist trail. You’ll tour the Japanese pubs, known as izakaya, where after-work drinkers and friends go to socialize over local snacks and beer. Giving you an insight into Tokyo culture, the experience is perfect for those looking for a taste of local life with delicious Japanese food that won’t be found on any tourist menus.

Okonomiyaki is a savory Japanese pancake popular among locals and visitors alike. Learn to cook it for yourself with this okonomiyaki cooking class in Shinagawa, which also includes a chance to cook a side dish and mio soup. Thanks to a small group size of just four people or fewer, it’s easy to customize your dishes for vegan or allergen preferences.

Immerse yourself into the world of Japanese cuisine by having a tempura cooking class. If you’re vegetarian or vegan, the menu can cater for different dietary preferences. You won’t have to worry about Japanese language barriers, as your teacher will explain the cooking steps in English. Learn to make multiple dishes, and enjoy a delicious 3-course lunch.

Learn how to make a variety of Japanese tofu dishes in a comprehensive cooking class. This inclusive experience can be customized for vegans, vegetarians, or specific allergies/dietary preferences. Enjoy walking through a shopping arcade with your teacher, before starting a cooking class. At the end, you’ll enjoy a delicious 3-course lunch of the dishes you’ve created.

During your time in Tokyo, don’t miss the chance to learn how to roll your own sushi with a cooking class in the city’s Shinagawa ward. Featuring healthy vegan ingredients, the menu you’ll prepare includes seasonal rolls, miso soup, and more, plus you’ll walk through a shopping arcade to get a glimpse of local life. Booking this activity allows you to skip the hassle of choosing a restaurant and make your own meal, instead.

Learn everything about sushi to be a sushi master. Practice sushi-making with a professional and enjoy fresh sushi in Tokyo. - Become a sushi master through our comprehensive course on sushi history, culture, ingredients, and seasonality in Japan. You’ll learn all about the many different kinds of sushi, and what separates great sushi from the rest. - Learn how to make authentic nigiri and maki sushi from a professional. Make and devour 8+ sushi pieces in a restaurant setting with the freshest seasonal fish sourced directly from the biggest fish market in the world. - Experience how sake and other drinks complement sushi. Try different pairings to refine your palate until you become a sushi connoisseur!

Lovers of good food and drink won't want to miss this sake-tasting session with a sake sommelier in Tokyo. Learn about different varieties of the traditional Japanese drink, and the kinds of foods to pair it with. Sample at least six different kinds of sake and snacks that have been chosen especially to complement them. You'll have fun with old friends and new, and come away with new knowledge that you can use later.

Tokyo’s fashionable Daikanyama district is known for having great boutiques, cafes, bookshops, and breweries. With this tour, save hours of research time by going to a shortlist of Daikanyama’s most interesting places. Highlights include visiting the shopping area of T-SITE and its popular bookshop, going to the themed “Mr. Friendly” Cafe, trying Japanese craft beer, visiting Hillside Terrace, and exploring the fascinating converted rail track area of Log Road.

Check out the quirky Tokyo enclave of Akihabara, where Japanese otaku (obsessional geek culture) rules the streets. As you explore with a local guide during a private tour, you’ll gain insight into Tokyo’s love of anime, maid cafes, games, and electronics. Visit the cafes and shops that the locals go to, and have ample time to browse for souvenirs through the tour. Be sure to bring cash to cover your transport and entrance fees.

Visit an area rich in samurai history and enjoy its natural beauty. Sakura City, an hour away from the center of Tokyo, was once a castle town. Sakura Castle no longer exists today, but was home to samurai 400 years ago. Samurai, Japanese warriors, with swords on their hips, used to rule the land and the people in various areas of Japan. Sakura City is still covered in traces of this historic period; the samurai period, with the ruins of Sakura Castle, large houses that once belonged to samurai and a museum of Japanese swords - aka the souls of samurai. Sakura has a wonderful natural environment which has stayed unchanged since this time. Enjoy a refreshing walk around Sakura Castle Ruins Park, and a day away from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis.

Get an in-depth experience of life during Japan's Edo period on this private tour, exclusively for your party. Visit the seven temples and shrines where The Seven Gods of Fortune are worshipped and collect stamps along the way to mark your journey.

Rental kimonos and delicious Japanese confectionery...! Ever wished to stroll around Japan in the traditional garment; a kimono? On this tour you can choose your favourite kimono out of a selection from various colours and patterns and then wear it around Mukojima in search of delicious Japanses confectionery shops. Mukojima is an area that has many long established confectionery shops that have been loved by the locals for years. Try freshly boilled kibidango, kusa mochi with a fresh, spring-like fragrance and sakura mochi from a 280-year-old confectionery shop. You will also visit a Japanese garden where you can get great photos dressed in your kimono! Fill your camera roll up with photos of a memorable Japanese experience!

School yourself in the arts of a Japanese ninja during this private lesson in Tokyo. Don a real ninja outfit as you learn the most important techniques practiced by these stealthy Japanese warriors from your instructor. In addition to learning about ninja philosophies like freedom, protecting others, and selflessness, you’ll get to pose in your ninja attire during a post-class photo session.

Embrace your inner samurai during this immersive 1-hour swordsmanship and shuriken workshop in Tokyo. Under the guidance of a trained professional, you’ll learn traditional warrior stances such as Hasso, Johdan, and Gedan and practice sparring with a partner. Your instructor will also explain the history behind samurai swordsmanship and its role in Japanese culture. The class will be offered in a traditional ‘dojo’ and you will use a real wooden sword as you learn.

Become a real ninja for the day during this 60-minute experience at the Jidai Academy Dojo in Tokyo. If you’ve ever want to learn about the techniques and culture of the ninja, this entry-level class is a great starting point. Don a real-life ‘ninja gi’ outfit to begin your training, making sure to pose for a few photos first. Among the skills you’ll learn are meditation and ‘Kuja-kiri’ (well-wishing), the ‘Embu’ (ancestor dedication) and an introduction to ninja weapons like the blowgun and ‘shruiken’ (ninja star), among others. You’ll also discover the ninja philosophy of ‘ku’ or no-self, focusing on minimizing conflict.

Learn ninja and samurai moves at a popular Tokyo dojo (training area) known as the Musashi Ninja Clan Shinobi-Samurai Honjin Dojo. You’ll get dressed up in traditional samurai or ninja costume, then practice traditional samurai sword skills using a wooden sword, and learn about the popular shuriken (ninja star) moves. It’s a fun way to learn about ancient Japanese culture in the country’s capital.

This is a perfect choice for those interest in Samurai history, techniques, and philosophy. You won’t have to worry about buying anything in advance as outfit and sword rental is included. Learn a set of movements called the “Sunset Cloud”, as well as dojo etiquette. This fun and interactive experience is a safe way to learn sword techniques, and how to throw bo-shuriken (a Japanese concealed weapon).

Learn the ancient arts of the ninja during this fun-filled introduction to key ninja techniques, culture and weapons. Get suited up in an authentic ‘ninja gi’ outfit as you begin your mental and physical training with an instructor in the ways of the ninja. Among the skills you’ll learn during your session are meditation and ‘Kuja-kiri’ (well-wishing), the ‘Embu’ (ancestor dedication) and an introduction to ninja weapons like the blowgun and ‘shruiken’ (ninja star), among others. You’ll also gain a newfound appreciation for key ninja philosophies like protecting others, community and freedom and have plenty of time for photo-taking at the end.

A Tokyo native, Emi is very passionate about cooking Japanese cuisine and enjoys meeting travelers. Emi will greet you in her home kitchen with a welcome drink of barley tea. Emi will give you an introduction to the history and culture of Japanese cuisine and sushi. Then, during your sushi class, learn to make a Japanese meal of three different types of sushi, miso soup and tamagoyaki, Japanese omelette. Your sushi making class will last about 1.5 hours. Join Emi and learn to make nigiri, temari and gunkanmaki with fresh seafood and vegetables. Your class will conclude with a steaming cup of green tea. Enjoy this memorable sushi making culinary experience with an expert local cook.