Ginza And Shimbashi Walk

Tokyo: Authentic Food Tour in Ginza and Shimbashi

★ 4.6 40 reviews

3 hours, free cancellation.

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Duration: 3 hours
Group: max 10 travellers
Meeting point: Tokyu Plaza Ginza, Ginza
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Included in the fare
Run by: Traveling Tokyo

Overview

This three-hour walk with Traveling Tokyo starts at Tokyu Plaza Ginza and strings together three eating stops across Ginza, Yurakucho and Shinbashi, all on foot and all in the company of an English-speaking local guide. Each stop lasts about 50 minutes, with short five-minute walks in between.

Ginza is famous for luxury shopping, but the point of this tour is the food that locals actually eat: regional dishes at tucked-away places that visitors rarely find on their own. Reviewers repeatedly say exactly that, noting they ate at restaurants they would never have discovered themselves. Dishes mentioned across reviews include sushi, tempura, yakitori and udon, though the exact lineup can vary.

One reviewer described it as a great introduction to food in Japan on their first day in Tokyo. Reviewers often praise the guides for their knowledge of Japanese culture and the food scene, and one reviewer even noted being walked to the correct subway line at the end. The tour is conducted in English, and photos from the walk are included.

What's Included

Included

English-speaking local guide
3 food stops
Tour photos

Not Included

Tips
Alcoholic beverages

Itinerary

Meet at Tokyu Plaza GinzaThe tour starts at Tokyu Plaza Ginza, Ginza 5-chome, Chuo City. Meet your guide here; there is no hotel pickup.
Walk to Ginza, 5 minutesA short five-minute walk from the meeting point to the first area.
Ginza food stop, 50 minutesThe first of three food stops, with regional food at a local spot in Ginza.
Walk to Yurakucho, 5 minutesAnother five-minute walk links the first and second stops.
Yurakucho food stop, 50 minutesA second 50-minute stop for more regional food in Yurakucho.
Walk to Shinbashi, 5 minutesA final five-minute walk brings the group to the last area.
Shinbashi food stop, 50 minutesThe last food stop, again about 50 minutes, before heading back.
Return to Tokyu Plaza GinzaThe tour finishes back at Tokyu Plaza Ginza.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical things worth knowing before booking this walk.

Plenty of food. One reviewer commented that there was almost more food than they could eat. The tour makes three food stops, and reviewers describe the meals as delicious and filling.
Guides who help. Reviewers frequently praise the guides for their food knowledge and friendliness, and one mentioned being walked to the correct subway line afterwards. The listing also promises local insights into Japanese culture along the way.
Weather tolerance. One reviewer reported the tour ran in heavy rain with the guide carrying on regardless.
Comfortable shoes. The whole tour is on foot, with three short walking legs between stops. The listing does not specify footwear, so wear whatever you are comfortable walking in.
Dietary needs. The listing asks travellers to tell the operator in advance about any food allergies or dietary restrictions. Do this when booking so the operator knows before the tour starts.
Photos included. Tour photos are part of the package, so you do not need to worry about capturing every moment yourself. Alcohol is not included and tips are at your own discretion.

Common issues. There is no hotel pickup; everyone meets at Tokyu Plaza Ginza. Alcoholic drinks and tips are excluded from the price. Some venues may be in basements or on upper floors without elevator access, so stairs can be required, and guides cannot provide physical assistance, which the listing asks wheelchair users to consider before joining.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

The tour includes an English-speaking local guide, three food stops and tour photos. Alcoholic beverages and tips are not included.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No. The tour does not include pickup. Everyone meets at Tokyu Plaza Ginza in Chuo City, Tokyo, and the tour ends back at the same point.

How Long Does The Tour Last And Where Does It Go?

It runs for three hours, starting at Tokyu Plaza Ginza and moving on foot through Ginza, Yurakucho and Shinbashi, with a food stop of about 50 minutes in each area.

Is The Tour Suitable For Wheelchair Users?

Partly. The listing warns that some venues may be in basements or upper floors without elevator access, so stairs may be required, and guides cannot provide physical assistance. Contact the operator in advance to discuss your situation before booking.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. No further terms apply beyond that.

Can Dietary Restrictions Be Accommodated?

The listing asks travellers to notify the operator in advance of any food allergies or dietary restrictions. Mention these when booking so the operator is aware ahead of time.

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