Tokyo · DINING EXPERIENCES
14 reviewed
The shortlist we would hand a friend: 14 dining experiences worth booking, each with its price, its reader verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Shinjuku bar hopping to Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho and Golden Gai. Drinks and snack plates included, small group, about 3 hours.
“Masa was the best host ever, we had such a great food and drink tour and after he took us to a little cool bar that did karaoke! He absolutely made the tour, ask for Masa!”
Tokyo Sumo Room pairs up-close sumo with English instruction and Japanese chanko-style dining. A fun, practical culture hit.
“Amazing! We loved learning about the history of Sumo as well as seeing the practice and what Sumo wrestlers do to get in shape and see how strong they are. We really enjoyed our authentic meal of what the wrestlers eat as well. The audience participation was so fun to watch and every single everyone was so warm and welcoming and fun! We loved this activity so much!”
Tokyo Bay Yakatabune dinner cruise with sukiyaki, shamisen show, unlimited soft drinks, and night skyline views from an open-air deck.
“Midori was just wonderful and karen wonderful also!!! we enjoyed everything from that cruise. great hosting , great music and everyone was very nice. thank you sooo much for this experience. we hope to do it again!!!”
Traditional yakatabune dinner cruise from Asakusa with a 14-dish Japanese meal, free-flow drinks, and night photo stops at Tokyo Bay and Skytree.
“Definitely a 5-Star experience. Food is good. Great service from the crew members, they are very polite and attentive. For sure I'll recommend this dinner cruise to my family and friends.”
Tokyo Bay yakatabune dinner cruise with sukiyaki, unlimited soft drinks, live shamisen music, and night views of Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Tower.
“My family and I had a lovely time on this dinner cruise. Karen was delightful and very helpful and Hibiki's music was amazing. Great food and an overall wonderful experience. Highly recommended!”
3-hour Shinjuku izakaya bar hopping with dinner and drinks included, plus all-you-can-drink at one stop with a friendly English guide.
“Perfect start to a Tokyo holiday. Loads of fun and very interesting. Naoki was a fantastic host with tons of local knowledge. He showed us some amazing hidden gems.”
Sail Tokyo Bay on a yakatabune with live shamisen, sukiyaki-style hot pot, soft drinks, then finish at Tokyo Tower for big views.
“Sheila was the most amazing tour guide, she made everyone feel welcome a and special. the entertainment was a wonderful introduction to japanese history and the singer really engaged with everyone. and the dinner was our of this world, exceeding expectation. highly recommended”
A 3-hour Tokyo Bay yakatabune dinner cruise with Skytree and Rainbow Bridge views, a multi-course Japanese meal, and unlimited drinks.
“It was great. You sit on tables in the floor. Beautiful view”
Make scratch ramen noodles and gyoza with a chef in a real Tokyo restaurant, in a small group, with recipe e-book to take home.
“So fun!!! Great experience. Chefs were interesting, informative and the food was great!! Small restaurant that turns into an Italian spot at night. We loved it!”
4 hours in Tokyo at homecoming TAKA: origami, fresh udon, sushi and tempura, matcha sweets, and calligraphy. Drinks included.
“Secily's review: This was such an amazing experience. We learned so much from our “new family”. They gave an authentic cooking lesson with so much information about the area and about Japan. I came as a curious customer, I left with a great connection and a family!”
A small-group kaiseki dinner in Asakusa with live geisha entertainment, English support, and cultural Q&A, plus photo moments in Tokyo.
“The host was very polite and informative. The Geishas were beautiful, friendly and entertaining. Would definitely recommend.”
Experience Tokyo’s SUIGIAN dinner show with kagura or nihon-buyō performances and a seasonal kaiseki course meal in Nihonbashi.
“I loved ALL! Great food (in Europe only available in Michelin restaurants), incredible performance by Geishas, and excellent service and people working there and amazing interior with Japanese history! Great thank you to all and the owner for a heart which is beating there!!!! Exceeded my expectations by far!!!❤️”
Tantra Tokyo in Roppongi pairs dinner with two modern burlesque performances, plus photos, in 90 minutes.
“So it’s a 15min show twice in a nightclub with dinner in between. Don’t expect a full 1.5hour show.”
Intimate geisha dance in a tatami zashiki room plus Kyoto-style kaiseki dinner, ozashiki games, and kimono photo time in Shimbashi.
“This was a wonderful experience! The Geisha are wonderful and very pretty and friendly. The meal is fantastic and tasted very fresh. Great atmosphere.”
