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Tokyo Walking Food Tour in Nakano and Koenji

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2 hours
Number of Guests
1 - 7 guests
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Family-friendly
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Rain or shine, Near station

Discover food in the hip area of Koenji and the otaku culture of Nakano during this Tokyo Walking Food Tour in Nakano and Koenji!

Highlights

  • Explore a different side of Tokyo, discovering the best food in Nakano and Koenji

  • Taste a range of delicious street foods from local mom-and-pop shops and vendors

  • Gain an appreciation for life in the local neighborhoods of Tokyo

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Ditch Tokyo’s overcrowded tourist traps and venture into the hip and laidback West Tokyo during this “no fuss” walking tour with a special focus on Japanese street food. The western suburbs of central Tokyo are alive with alternative culture and delicious food, each home to a unique vibe and community. This food tour features Koenji and Nakano.


Koenji in particular is a hip destination for live music and vintage stores, while Nakano serves as an eclectic mini-hub for all things in otaku culture. Discover these two exciting suburban districts during this Tokyo Walking Food Tour in Nakano and Koenji to witness the top attractions and culinary delights in and around the retro local shotengai (shopping streets), boisterous yokocho (drinking alleys), and the tranquil residential streets.


After hitting up the tour guide’s recommended eating and drinking spots and getting some pro tips about Tokyo’s dining scene and other neighborhoods to check out, you’ll have a final drink at a classic izakaya gastropub.


So, slip on your comfiest walking shoes, come with an empty stomach, and get ready to explore Tokyo like a local! You’ll leave this tour with a new perspective on this massive metropolis, and with a few extra tips and tricks that will come in handy during the rest of your Japan trip.

Inclusions

  • Tips and insights from an English-speaking local guide

  • 5 tasty street foods from local vendors

  • One drink of your choice from a traditional Japanese izakaya

Exclusions

  • ¥140 JR train ticket from Nakano to Koenji

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

  • The meeting point for this Tokyo walking food tour is JR Nakano Station. Please make sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour starts. The tour takes about 2 hours on average.

Remarks

  • This walking food tour emphasizes socializing and local exploration. We will be making stops at local street food vendors and markets, NOT “fine dining” restaurants or major tourist attractions.

  • Since we’ll be on the move for the majority of this tour, guests should be prepared to walk about 2 km (1.2 miles), including stairs.

  • Please note that this local food tour does not cater to personal tastes, dietary requirements and allergies, as we are visiting typical local eateries.

  • Even if it rains, this tour will usually still be held.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Experience Location

The tiny otaku heaven of Nakano is often likened to Akihabara. The area is home to Nakano Sun Mall, a long shopping street to the north of the station. Packed inside the Nakano Broadway there are stores filled with volumes of manga series and shelves spotlighting anime figurines, a collector’s dream. In the back streets, you’ll find tiny taverns that come alive in the evening and local restaurants (some of which are themed) offering every flavor of food. Further beyond lies the quiet residential streets of Nakano with small parks and shrines dotted throughout.

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