Taste Yanaka Food and Culture of Tokyo Old Town
This interactive walking tour through Tokyo’s Yanaka–Nezu–Sendagi (Yanesen) district lets you soak up nostalgic streetscapes and savor local cuisine. Visit historic temples and shrines to connect with Japan’s spiritual heritage, then graze your way down Yanaka Ginza with treats like the famous menchi-katsu cutlets and traditional sweets (food cost included). Finish inside a renovated early-Shōwa wooden house turned beer hall for a tasting of Japanese craft beers.
Experience the quiet, nostalgic charm of Tokyo’s old downtown Sample a variety of beloved local bites—food included Discover plenty of retro Shōwa-era streetscapes and photo-worthy spots Enjoy a small-group format for easy interaction and deeper cultural insights
Join us for a “live-like-a-local” journey through a side of Tokyo you won’t find at typical tourist spots.
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Taste Yanaka Food and Culture of Tokyo Old Town
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(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Tennoji Temple
One of Yanaka’s oldest temples where you can immerse yourself in the quiet, historic atmosphere of the Edo period. Observe the massive seated Buddha (Shakyamuni) up close and hear a brief explanation of Japanese Buddhist aesthetics and beliefs about life and death. Enjoy a tranquil, contemplative experience, completely removed from the bustle of the city.
Yanaka Cemetery
A historic cemetery dotted with the graves of famous Japanese figures—such as Tokugawa Yoshinobu. Walk beneath beautiful cherry-lined paths while hearing explanations about Japan’s views on life, death, and ancestor worship. Enjoy a peaceful stroll through this nature-filled resting place.
Ueno Sakuragi Atari
A cultural complex inside a renovated early-Shōwa–era wooden house where you can trace the evolution of everyday Japanese life. At Yanaka Beer Hall, taste a rotating selection of domestic craft beers brewed for each season. Feel the warmth of the timber and the scent of wood as you enjoy a space where modern sensibilities blend seamlessly with tradition.
Inclusions
- Yanaka Ginza food crawl (two items per person)
- One glass of beer
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Nippori Station – South Gate After exiting the gate, you’ll see a small open area in front of you. Please gather by the lamppost on the left.
