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The Tokyo shortlist.
The 12 most popular dining experiences in Tokyo right now. Here is what each one costs, how long it takes, and who actually runs it, so you can pick the one worth a day and book it.
Tokyo Sumo Room in Kiyosumi-Shirakawa: up-close sumo with former wrestlers, optional bouts, and chanko-style Japanese dining.
Most Popular“It was really entertaining. They were great at explaining the history and rules. The sumo wrestlers were good fun. A really enjoyable experience would recommend to anyone even vaguely thinking about going.”
Sail Asakusa’s Sumida River on a traditional yakatabune dinner cruise with a full Japanese multicourse meal, drinks, and night views.
“My wife and I did this on our trip and it was such a great experience. You cruise around the bay for a couple of hours and the views of the city at night are just amazing. It's a totally different feeling seeing it from the water. I was a little worried the food might…”
3-hour Shinjuku bar hopping through Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai with dinner and all-you-can-drink izakaya stops.
“Was a last minute decision to book, I really enjoyed the tour and dinner, Moe was an amazing guide telling us history about the Shinjuku area along the way. Highly recommend this tour.”
A yakatabune Tokyo Bay dinner cruise with live shamisen, sukiyaki-style hot pot, unlimited soft drinks, then Tokyo Tower views.
“This was a great activity with a lot of variety and a good chance to enjoy some night-time views of Tokyo. The food was delicious, the performances were very enjoyable, and I really appreciated our host, Yoyo, and would hope you have the chance to have her guide your boat trip!”
Traditional Tokyo Bay yakatabune dinner cruise with Skytree and Rainbow Bridge night views, a full course Japanese meal, and unlimited drinks.
“This was by far the best dinner cruise we have ever done, from the moment we arrived everything was fantastic. The staff were brilliant and the food was amazing, you stop for a photoshoot by the Tokyo Skytree which was all lit up and looked great. At the end of the evening they have a…”
Experience Tokyo’s SUIGIAN dinner show with kaiseki omakase and a Noh-style performance (kagura or nihon-buyo) in 2-3 hours.
“The performance was beautiful and the food was excellent! We had a traditional kaisiki dinner in Kyoto in a Michelin starred restaurant and this food was much better!”
Tantra Tokyo in Roppongi: burlesque with dinner and photos included. Two short shows in 90 minutes at an adult-only club.
“So it’s a 15min show twice in a nightclub with dinner in between. Don’t expect a full 1.5hour show.”
Tokyo geisha show and Kyoto-style kaiseki dinner in a tatami zashiki room, with ozashiki games, shamisen, and kimono photos.
“This was a wonderful experience! The Geisha are wonderful and very pretty and friendly. The meal is fantastic and tasted very fresh. Great atmosphere.”
Small-group Asakusa intro plus an izakaya dinner with live shamisen and drums, guided in English from a seven-story viewpoint.
“Wow, the most super night ever. Our guide was amazing & her knowledge fantastic. Our dinner had us bursting at the sides both with food & laughter! Best food & music we’ve had. Music professionals at their best we were so privileged & thankful for their expertise. Thanks you so very much, highly recommended to…”
Private Tokyo sushi tour with Ryoko: etiquette workshop at Hotel Gajoen Tokyo, then omakase at Sushi Tsukiuda with chef Q&A and included photos.
“The tour was incredible from start to finish! Our guide Ryoko was very thoughtful and ensured I had all the essential knowledge before starting the meal. The sushi omakase course was served at one of the most prestigious and highly soRead more”
Eat hotpot beside a 20-ton aquarium in Shimbashi, with a live Ama diver performance and customizable seafood and black wagyu.
“The performer, service and food were great. However it was extremely difficult to locate the meeting site. Not even the locals were familiar and it took a good bit of time walking around the same block with kids in the rain before someone mentioned it was located in a basement/lower level area inside a shared…”
An English-led Ueno night food tour with yakitori, sashimi, ramen, and drinks, plus a guided walk that explains Tokyo after dark.
“It was nice to see all the places and the guides were very great.”
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