Flavours of Tokyo: A Journey Through Time - A Small Group Food Tour

Explore Historic Nihonbashi, Tokyo’s Merchant Hub. Begin your journey in Nihonbashi, the historic heart of Edo-period Tokyo, where Japan’s culinary culture first flourished.

Photo Stop at Iconic Nihonbashi Bridge. Stand on the bridge that marked the zero milestone of Japan’s Edo highways and learn about the city’s origins.

Taste Traditional Dashi at Yagicho Honten. Sample fragrant dashi stock and discover katsuobushi and kelp, the key ingredients behind Japan’s umami flavour.

Visit Japan’s Oldest Department Store, Mitsukoshi. Step inside this grand Meiji-era building and hear how it helped shape Tokyo’s modern shopping culture.

Stroll Edo Street and Discover Traditional Shops. Wander through Edo Street and explore long-established stores that have served Tokyoites for generations.

Sample Premium Kombu at Okui Kaiseido. Taste delicately simmered kelp and learn how kombu became a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine.

Enjoy Amazake at Hakkaisan’s Nihonbashi store. Try a warm, gently sweet amazake—Japan’s traditional fermented rice drink packed with history and health benefits.

Crunch on Sweet Potato Chips at Imoya Kinjiro. Sample crispy imo kenpi at a historic shop perfecting this sweet snack for over a century.

Taste Dorayaki and Wagashi at Nichigetsudou. Savor handmade Japanese confections beloved since the Edo period and discover the art of seasonal sweets.

Visit Fukutoku Shrine and Learn about Shinto Traditions. Step into this serene shrine surrounded by modern skyscrapers and hear about Japan’s native spiritual practices.

Discover Tokyo Station and Its Surroundings. Move from past to present as you explore Tokyo’s grand red-brick station and nearby modern landmarks.

Taste Fruits Sando and Croquette at Tokyo Station. Learn about Japan’s travel snack culture while sampling treats enjoyed by bullet-train travellers.

Enjoy Rooftop Views from the Kitte Building. Visit the stylish Kitte mall housed in the former postal building and take in panoramic station views.

Walk Through the Glass Atrium of Tokyo Forum. Admire striking architecture as you pass through this landmark symbolising Japan’s post-war modernisation.

Slurp Tempura Soba or Curry Udon at Keiya. Dine like local salarymen under the tracks with comforting bowls of handmade noodles.

Eat Yakitori and Drink a “Sour” at Toriyoshi Izakaya. Experience Tokyo’s Gado-shita dining culture with grilled chicken skewers and Japan’s signature citrusy Sour.

Explore Akihabara, Tokyo’s Electric Playground. Step into the future of Japan—where anime, gaming, and tech meet bold new culinary experiments.

Try Taiyaki at Kurikoan, a Fun Sweet Treat. Bite into warm fish-shaped cakes filled with seasonal flavours that blend tradition and innovation.

Pop into Don Quijote for Fun Japanese Snacks. Explore Japan’s famous discount store and taste quirky sweets and snacks loved by locals.

Buy Retro Dagashi at Super Potato Game Shop. Pick up nostalgic pocket-sweets and experience the vintage charm of Akihabara’s retro game culture.