Gyoza Making from Scratch- Tokyo Ultimate Cooking Class
In this class, you will:
・Make gyoza wrappers and filling from scratch using fresh ingredients
・Fold and cook both handmade and store-bought wrappers, and compare the difference in taste and texture
・Learn folding techniques
・Learn the secret to making juicy gyoza filling
・Cook pan-fried (yaki-gyoza.)
・Lear how to prepare soup and a side dish to enjoy with your gyoza
・You'll get to enjoy your gyoza with several different dipping sauces
・Receive our English recipe to recreate gyoza at home
・Practice cooking in a conveniently-located studio in central Tokyo
・Receive digital photos from the class afterwards as a souvenior
Our friendly English-speaking instructor will guide you step by step, making this class enjoyable. Great for all age groups, from young children to seniors.
Tokyo Ginza Authentic Food Tour (Izakaya Hopping by local guide)
Step off the beaten path and into the heart of Tokyo’s vibrant food scene. You’re not going to just tasting Japanese cuisine—you’re diving into a cultural experience designed for true food lovers.
Join our intimate, small-group tour led by a friendly, English-speaking local expert. Wander through authentic neighborhoods rarely visited by tourists, and enjoy exclusive access to hidden eateries, cozy izakayas, and family-run gems known only to locals.
・8-10 authentic Japanese dishes and 3 drinks include Sake at 3 eateries for fresh sea food , Wagyu and more ...
・Receive personalized attention on an intimate small-group tour with fluent English speaker guide
・Avoid touristy places and get into hidden gems which you barely find it .
This is not just a authentic Japanese food tour but also a chance to engage with friendly local guide and get to know what exactly Japanese culture and cuisine is .
IKEBANA experience
I will teach you carefully and gently in English. You can also see Japanese-style rooms in Japanese houses. In addition, if you have time after the lesson, we will prepare Japanese sweets and Matcha. Please feel free to ask what you do not know or want to know about Tokyo or Japan. It would be nice if you could get in touch with Japanese culture and become even more fond of Japan.
Okonomiyaki & Gyoza Cooking Class with Local Supermarket Visit
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Okonomiyaki and Gyoza are becoming a lot more famous overseas. Okonomiyaki is a Japanese-style savory pancake. “Okonomi” means “As-you-like-it” and “Yaki” means to “cook/stir-fry/grill”. In this class, we will make a Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki which has a layer of vegetables, dried ingredients, pork and egg noodles. It’s so much fun to flip several times with using special kitchen tools. Gyoza is a dumpling with minced pork and vegetable stuffing. You will learn the secrets how to make crispy Gyoza. Enjoy Okonomiyaki and Gyoza!
1 Hour Private Photoshoot in Tokyo
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-Shooting Time: 1 hour.
-Photographer arrangement to match your desired language.
-Proceed according to the shooting location and time that suits the customer's wishes.
-100+ original photo files.
-10 retouched photos.
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-1-hour photography session.
-100+ original photo files.
-Pre-consultation for proposal details via chat.
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-1-hour photography session.
-Short video of the proposal moment recorded on a smartphone (approximately several dozen seconds)
-100+ original photo files.
-Pre-consultation via chat.
Tokyo life after 5 - Foods & Drinks
Come along with me to discover the best late-night food and drinking spots in Tokyo! I’ll take you along to some of the most authentic local izakaya (Japanese gastropubs), like tachinomiya (standing bars) or yakitori (chicken skewer) bars in Shinjuku. You’ll visit places that only locals know about and experience Shinjuku nightlife like a local. Outside of the overcrowded and touristy areas of Shinjuku, you can really get to know the local atmosphere of the city and experience Japanese drinking culture for yourself. Prepare yourself for some tasty grilled Japanese dishes, paired with Japanese sake, beer, and other drinks.
So, what are you waiting for! Let’s go and meet a lot of colorful and exciting people. Let's explore the best places to enjoy your night life in Shinjuku!
Tokyo Shibuya: Japan Only Limited Ramen – Select from 9 Types
We have three tour options—you're sure to find one that's perfect for you!
Discover Tokyo’s Ramen Culture with a Local Guide
Taste. Learn. Slurp. Become a ramen expert in one delicious tour!
Japan has over 20,000 ramen shops with unique noodles, broths, and styles. Finding the best can be tough—that’s why we’re here!
Join us on a flavorful trip to three top ramen shops in Shibuya. Guided by a local ramen expert, you’ll taste and learn about Japan’s favorite dish.
Why This Tour?
● Taste 3 Ramen Styles
From rich tonkotsu to light shoyu, enjoy a variety of flavors.
● Mini Bowls, Full Taste
Choose half-sized ramen at each stop—try more without getting full.
● Local Hidden Gems
Visit historic, beloved shops in Shibuya.
● Learn While Eating
Your guide shares ramen’s history, ingredients, and trends.
● Friendly, Fun Vibes
More than food—a ramen adventure with a local friend.
New or seasoned, deepen your love for Japan’s comfort food.
Come hungry—leave a ramen expert!
Mochi and Nerikiri Wagashi Combination Cooking Class
You'll learn how to make authentic Japanese sweets by easy recipe which can be downloadable.
You don't need to bring anything! Everything is provided at the lesson.
Solo and family friendly too.
This is a private lesson (if your group is more than 3 people), therefore you can learn step by step at your pace. Classes take place in a private residence where you can relaxed in a cozy atmosphere.
You can get all the portrait photos and videos taken during the class for your special experience!
My class is held in a quiet residential neighborhood, just 15 minutes by train or car from central Tokyo. Before and after the lesson, you can explore local shops, supermarkets, cafes, shrine, and a famous public bath. It’s a great chance to experience the peaceful charm of daily life in Japan—just a short escape from the busy city!
The menu is made from plant-based products that are easily available in your own country. Appropriate for vegetarians with vegan options available.
Experience the Taste of Old Tokyo in Backstreet Yanesen
Step back into the Tokyo of another era in Yanesen, the historic trio of the Yanaka, Nezu, and Sendagi neighborhoods. Among temples, shrines, and winding backstreets, you’ll discover a neighborhood where daily life still hums to an older rhythm. This full-day walk blends history and flavor: from handmade onigiri and fresh unagi to nostalgic sweets, retro kissaten coffee, and sake. Along the way, you’ll slip into century-old shops, sip drinks in a converted bathhouse, and meet the craftspeople keeping Tokyo’s culinary traditions alive.
Tokyo VIP private nightlife tour with a local insider
Dive deep into Tokyo’s nightlife with an insider guide — no guessing, no lines, just exclusive places only locals know. it’s all handled.
Skip the tourist traps and access a side of Tokyo most visitors never discover — from hidden bars and atmospheric izakayas to stylish lounges, exclusive nightclubs, and authentic hostess clubs.
Every evening is fully customized to match your personality, curiosity, and comfort level, blending local expertise with seamless guidance for a night that feels effortless from start to finish.
Designed for travelers who value authenticity, safety, and meaningful experiences, this tour delivers far more than a typical night out — it offers genuine access to Tokyo’s nightlife culture.
Perfect for birthdays, bachelor or bachelorette parties, romantic evenings, special celebrations, or anyone wanting an unforgettable night in Tokyo.
Private. Personalized. Insider-led.
Asakusa's Historic Treasures
One of the charms of Tokyo is that each station has completely different characteristics, like a theme park.
Therefore, on this tour, you will visit two cities in one day and experience the contrasts that are unique to Tokyo through experiences in each city.
In addition, the guide for this tour actually worked in Akihabara and Asakusa, so you can learn a variety of information that cannot be found in guidebooks.
Kawaii Character Bento Cooking Class in Shinjuku Tokyo
This character bento cooking class in Shinjuku, Tokyo offers a unique opportunity to experience Japan’s kawaii food culture in a fun and authentic way. You will create your own cute and photogenic character bento from scratch while learning about Japanese home cooking and cultural traditions. Your finished bento will be beautiful and camera-ready, making it perfect for sharing on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube as a special memory of your time in Tokyo. Our friendly female Japanese guides provide warm and attentive support, ensuring that even beginners can relax and fully enjoy this memorable cultural experience.
One Day Tokyo Group Tour: Asakusa, Harajuku, Shibuya and more
Get the ultimate Tokyo experience in a single day on this small-group guided tour. Explore both famous landmarks and tucked-away treasures as you visit dynamic neighborhoods like Asakusa, Ueno, (optional Akihabara), Harajuku, and Shibuya. From ancient shrines to bustling modern shopping streets, this tour offers the perfect blend of tradition and modern Tokyo.
Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll also receive personal recommendations to make the most of your stay in Tokyo.
Highlights:
* Visit iconic sights across Tokyo’s top districts
* Enjoy both tourist favorites and hidden local gems
* Learn about Japanese culture, history, and city life from a local guide
* Perfect for first-time visitors or those short on time
* Small-group tour ensures a more personalized experience
**DISCLAIMER
This tour requires a minimum of 3 participants. If we don't reach it, you'll be able to enjoy the tour upon covering extra participant fee for your exclusive experience.
Experience Tokyo Through the Lens of a Local Artist
Looking to turn your Tokyo trip into unforgettable memories? Whether you’re a couple, solo adventurer, or traveling with friends, this experience is more than just a photo session—it’s your personal story told through stunning images in Japan’s most vibrant city.
We’ll walk through Tokyo’s most iconic or hidden neighborhoods—like Shibuya, Asakusa, Ginza, or wherever your heart desires. I’ll guide you through each location with care and intention, capturing natural, cinematic, and emotional portraits as we go.
You’ll receive 70–150 high-resolution edited photos, delivered via Google Drive within 7–12 days—perfect for sharing, printing, or cherishing forever.
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Night Walking Tour in Shinjuku
During the Night Tour on foot in Shinjuku, you will get to know the craziest part of Tokyo night. Neon lights, the Red Light District and alleys that look like the stage of a dystopian movie will take you on a walk through the culture of drinking and entertainment in Japan. What surprises hide the other side of this great city? Find out on the Night Tour in Shinjuku!
《MEMBERS-ONLY-BAR-HOPPING》Discover Your Special Whiskey in Tokyo!
We'll hop to 2 tiny members-only bar run by a only great owner with passion & craftsmanship on there own. Let's enjoy all of highest quality Japanese Whiskey, Gin & Cocktails!
◆Including
・Welcome drink recommended by owner in both bars!
・1st BAR (in tiny authentic bar)
3 drinks. We'll find your BEST ones you've never had from the there abundant knowledge & craftsmanship!
・2nd BAR (by Japanese liquor master)
3 drinks & owner's handmade Dashi (Japanese
soup stock). You'll meet RARE liquors you've never seen from owner's countless Japanese liquors collection even Japanese never know!
We want tell you how great REAL Japanese bars & drinks! Our places are absolutely deep & different taste. Best bar have to be combines splendid atmosphere & awesome drinks. We'll change the what’s Japanese bar & drinks to you!
*We're guiding people since 2018, Guided 10000+guest, 2000+review total (Average☆4.97/5) so far! If you could feel memorable time in Japan, It’s our greatest pleasure. Cheers!
Official Street Go Kart Tour Akihabara 2nd
You have seen it on Social Media, now it's your turn to try it!
Re-discover Tokyo with the pioneer of eccentric touring, driving a go kart around the city dressed up in your favorite characters from Comics, Games, and Anime!! Yes you can actually drive our karts on the streets of Tokyo. Your tour will be lead by professional guides that will make sure your experience is not only fun but safe!
This is an experience of a lifetime, and a great story to tell your friends and family, and to share on Social Media!
Tokyo History: Sensoji Temple & Asakusa District Private Tour
It’s the history that made the city today. During this private tour, it’s time to discover Tokyo through Sensoji Temple & Asakusa District.
Embark on a storytelling journey that will keep you entertained while at the same time giving you insights you can’t find in a history book.
Delve deep into the subject with highlights and landmarks like Kaminarimon Gate, Nakamise Street, and Sensoji Temple. Connect their relevance to this historical event and the effects it had from past to present in Tokyo. Thanks to your local guide, it will be as if you just took a trip back in time!
Withlocals History City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
Daruma Workshop by Making your Own Japanese Souvenir in Shinjuku
Create your own one-of-a-kind souvenir here at KUROMAMEDO, and give life to Japanese traditions!
KUROMAMEDO is located in Shinjuku, and it’s a few minutes away from Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden .
We aim to make foreign travellers feel free while exploring Japan.
We have a variety of activities!
We serve a selection of seasonal Japanese teas and snacks.
At KUROMAMEDO you can experience various activities, such as making a DARUMA doll using your favorite WASHI paper, crafting MIZUHIKI charms or accessories ,creating MAIKO bookmarks, Tsumami-Zaiku,and
many more.
There is also the option to purchase already crafted souvenirs in the store.
let's create and have fun!
2-Hour Tokyo Night Bike Tour: Shibuya, City Lights & Tokyo Tower
Starting from a prime, traveler-friendly location—just a 10-minute walk from Shinjuku Station and 1 minute from Yoyogi Station—this tour begins in one of Tokyo’s most accessible and vibrant neighborhoods, making it the perfect launch point for an unforgettable night ride.
On this tour, we'll explore Tokyo's hidden treasures en route to Tokyo Tower, including secluded spots like Jingu Gaien and Aoyama Cemetery that are hard to reach by public transport. Participants will enjoy the exhilarating experience of cycling through the city at night, soaking in the calm atmosphere while being surrounded by the mesmerizing glow of Tokyo’s illuminated skyline.
Tokyo : Ghost and Dark Tales, Urban Legends & Cemetery Night
Discover Tokyo's eerie side on this captivating 2-hour walking tour, where you'll venture from the bright lights of Shibuya into the city's shadowy corners. Unravel chilling urban legends, hear about the hidden souls in Aoyama Cemetery, and experience the thrill of exploring graves under the moonlight. Led by an expert storyteller, this tour is perfect for thrill-seekers and folklore enthusiasts alike. Join a small group for an intimate journey into Japan's ghostly tales and subtle horrors.
- Duration: 2-hour guided night walk through Tokyo's quieter areas
- Small group size limited to 10 participants for a personalized experience
- Includes a drink and immersive walk through Aoyama Cemetery
- Not suitable for children under 16, pregnant women, or those with heart problems
Kamakura Early Morning Tour (Tokyo Departure Available)
Ran by @guidemejapan on Instagram. Please check our Instagram for visual examples of our wonderful guides!
Once the political heart of medieval Japan, Kamakura today offers a peaceful escape from Tokyo with its towering Buddha, ancient temples, and quiet bamboo groves.
- Small group sizes (max 8 guests) for a more personal and relaxed experience.
- Thoughtfully curated itinerary that covers Kamakura’s must-sees—
- Led by passionate local students, creating a warm and engaging environment
If you book the Tokyo Station Departure Option, the transportation fee is included to Kamakura, but not back as we end off at Kamakura.
Tokyo Ultimate Daikoku & JDM Experience (R35 GTR Private Tour)
Spend an unforgettable evening immersed in Japan’s legendary JDM scene in a modified LibertyWalk R35 GTR.
This is a professionally operated, premium experience for guests who value quality, clear communication, and real cultural insight — not a casual side outing. Our native English-speaking guides ensure you understand what you’re seeing, the stories behind it, and why these locations matter in Japan’s car world.
Your night includes time around Tokyo’s famous expressway atmosphere, the Wangan, the Bayshore area, and the legendary Daikoku Parking where enthusiasts gather. Along the way, you’ll gain insider knowledge, local perspectives, and context most visitors never get.
Ideal for parents or partners booking a special surprise for a car lover, this is a safe, established choice with a strong reputation. We encourage you to check Niche Drive Google reviews to see why so many travelers trust us with one of the most memorable highlights of their Japan trip.
