Food
Shimokitazawa, Where Tokyo spends its day off
Dive into the indie alleys of Shimokitazawa. Nibble on hot croquettes, grab a crepe, and taste local rice crackers as you explore. Finish the stroll with a cold drink and fresh yakitori at a cozy neighborhood izakaya.
Second-hand shops, tiny bars and standing counters, in the part of Tokyo that never got rebuilt into towers. A short walking tour with enough stops that you will not want dinner afterwards.
What you get
- Standing bars and counters with six seats
- The kind of place you would not push the door open on your own
- Drinks included as you go
- A neighbourhood where the second-hand shops are the point
- Short, so it fits after a day of sightseeing
Included
- Japanese snacks (3 items)
- 1 glass of sake or other drinks
- Appetizers (e.g. yakitori skewers)
- English-speaking local guide
Not included
- Transport
- Extra rounds
Where we meet
Meet your guide at the West Exit of Higashikitazawa Station (Odakyu Line). A Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts. If you book directly with us, we refund the amount paid less the card processing fee. Cancellations within 24 hours of the start, and no-shows, are not refunded.
If you book through byFood, byFood’s cancellation policy applies instead.
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