Japanese New Year Food Tour in Shibuya, Tokyo
3 h
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About this activity
New Year (
shogatsu or
oshogatsu) is the most important holiday in Japan. Come with us for a special evening, exploring the traditions, food and symbols of the season. Join our 3 hour walking food tour in Shibuya. We will show you this famous area with a different view, to discover the best of Shogatsu culture and winter flavors. This tour is limited so book early.
Our evening will start off at the famous Hachiko crossing and we will head out to try our first “lucky” New Year’s dish, Soba (for a long life). Next, let’s discover a hidden shrine and learn about the customs of Hatsumode. Explore the symbolic dishes that make up Osechi (traditional Japanese New Year celebration foods.) For dinner your guide will take you to a local favorite spot for a table-side cooking experience. Make your own hot pot dishes. You can try both Shabu Shabu and Sukiyaki, perfect for a cozy winter meal. After dinner, try Kobe beef, street-food style. Finish up your evening with an amazing view of the Shibuya Scramble and a traditional New Year dessert. You can experience and learn all about this important Japanese holiday season in one evening!
shogatsu or
oshogatsu) is the most important holiday in Japan. Come with us for a special evening, exploring the traditions, food and symbols of the season. Join our 3 hour walking food tour in Shibuya. We will show you this famous area with a different view, to discover the best of Shogatsu culture and winter flavors. This tour is limited so book early.
Our evening will start off at the famous Hachiko crossing and we will head out to try our first “lucky” New Year’s dish, Soba (for a long life). Next, let’s discover a hidden shrine and learn about the customs of Hatsumode. Explore the symbolic dishes that make up Osechi (traditional Japanese New Year celebration foods.) For dinner your guide will take you to a local favorite spot for a table-side cooking experience. Make your own hot pot dishes. You can try both Shabu Shabu and Sukiyaki, perfect for a cozy winter meal. After dinner, try Kobe beef, street-food style. Finish up your evening with an amazing view of the Shibuya Scramble and a traditional New Year dessert. You can experience and learn all about this important Japanese holiday season in one evening!
Included
- Dinner and free-flowing drinks
- Shogatsu (New Year) in Japan, cultural explanation
- Traditional snacks and dessert
- Local English speaking guide
Not included
- Hotel pick up not included (can be arranged for an additional charge)
- Gratuity
- Transportation costs
- Additional drinks or food (not included but possible to purchase at the guest’s expense.
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Passport information copy is required for kids 10 and above.
- Family-friendly
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- For solo travelers, please email us
- Changes to tours and spots we visit may occur due to schedules of restaurants, public holidays, weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances. Applicable substitutions will be made in this case.
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescetarian, Gluten-Free friendly
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Features
Tourism
95%
Food
80%
Cultural
50%
Original
40%
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