Shibuya Walk, 13 Dishes 3 Eateries

Tokyo: Shibuya Food Tour (13 dishes and 3 Eateries)

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3 hours, free cancellation.

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Duration: 3 hours
Group: max 10 travellers
Meeting point: Dogenzaka, Shibuya (near Shibuya Station)
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Included in the fare
Run by: Traveling Tokyo

Overview

Thirteen dishes across three Shibuya eateries, all within a three hour walk led by an English speaking guide from Traveling Tokyo. The route starts at the Seven Eleven near Shibuya station, in front of Tokyu Plaza Shibuya, and works through the neighborhood with stops at Shibuya Crossing, the Hachiko statue, Dogenzaka and Center-gai. Along the way the group settles into local bars and izakaya, with food and drinks included on the tour.

Reviewers describe plenty to eat, with mentions of dumplings, several types of tuna, drinks and dessert. One said they certainly did not go away hungry.

Groups are capped at ten travellers, and reviews often praise guides for their knowledge, humor and for offering tips on the rest of a Tokyo stay. It ends in Shibuya, with the guide able to walk the group back to the station. Anyone with allergies should tell the operator in advance, as the listing requests.

What's Included

Included

Local English speaking guide
Walking tour
Admission to Local bars and Izakaya
Food and drinks

Not Included

Additional food and drinks

Itinerary

Meet near Shibuya stationThe meeting point is in front of the Seven Eleven at the Kusumoto Building, 1-chome-3-3 Dogenzaka, the one in front of Tokyu Plaza Shibuya.
Shibuya CrossingThe walk starts at the crossing, The tour stops at all three eateries.
Hachiko statueA 15 minute stop at the statue, before moving on.
DogenzakaOne hour in the Dogenzaka area.
Shibuya Center-gaiOne hour through Center-gai.
End in ShibuyaThe tour finishes in Shibuya and the guide can take the group to Shibuya station.

What To Expect From The Tour

Here is what to know before booking, drawn from the listing and from what travellers have reported.

Come hungry. One reviewer said they certainly did not go away hungry, and another described an incredible amount of food. Thirteen dishes plus drinks are included.
Fish is central. If you avoid fish, tell the operator in advance, and note that one reviewer felt the tour was a poor fit for people who dislike tuna.
Walking pace. The tour lasts three hours and covers Shibuya Crossing, Hachiko, Dogenzaka and Center-gai on foot. Some venues sit in basements or on upper floors reached only by stairs.
Group size. The maximum is ten travellers. One reviewer said guides double checked allergies at every stop, and another ended up on a tour with just their family.
Alcohol rules. Drinks are included, but alcohol is only served to travellers aged 20 or older.
Guide varies. Reviewers name many different guides, and most praise their knowledge and friendliness. A few wished for deeper background on the food and neighborhood, so set expectations accordingly.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, and some venues are in basements or on upper floors without elevators, with guides unable to provide physical assistance. One reviewer felt the stops sat close together and that they saw less of Shibuya than the tour name suggested, and one found the commentary thin on food history and culture. Extra food and drinks beyond what is included are paid separately.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

An English speaking local guide, the walking tour, admission to the bars and izakaya visited, and the food and drinks at the stops. Additional food and drinks beyond what is served are not included. The guide also offers advice on plans for the rest of your stay in Tokyo.

Where Does The Tour Meet?

In front of the Seven Eleven near Shibuya station, at the Kusumoto Building on Dogenzaka, which is the one in front of Tokyu Plaza Shibuya. The tour ends in Shibuya and the guide can walk you back to the station. The listing does not state hotel pickup, so check the booking page if you need one.

How Long Is The Tour And How Big Are The Groups?

It runs for three hours and has a maximum of ten travellers. Stops include Shibuya Crossing and the Hachiko statue, followed by time in Dogenzaka and Center-gai.

Is It Suitable For Children Or People With Limited Mobility?

Most travellers can participate, and one reviewer mentioned that kids enjoyed the food options. However alcohol is only served to those 20 or older, and the tour is not wheelchair accessible, with some venues requiring stairs and guides unable to give physical assistance.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted. If the operator cancels for poor weather or low numbers, you are offered a different date, a different experience or a full refund.

What Should I Bring, And Can Dietary Restrictions Be Accommodated?

The listing asks that you flag any food allergies or dietary restrictions in advance, and one reviewer said their guide checked allergies at each venue, which made eating feel safe. Come with an appetite, since one reviewer described an incredible amount of food.

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