Private tour in Tokyo Riku T

Hidden Local Food Culture Walk in Shimokitazawa

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Hello, I’m Riku. Nice to meet you 😊 I was born in South Africa to European parents, grew up in the United States, and have now lived in Japan for over 20 years. At university, I majored in Japanese language and international relations. I am currently a Japanese citizen and have spent most of my time here working as an actor, tour guide, and English teacher. I believe I can offer as much insight into contemporary Japanese culture as anyone. In addition to living and working in Japan, I’ve spent a total of at least eight years backpacking around the world. I love the outdoors, travel, sports, podcasts, books, cooking, guitar, and socializing. I’m a very curious and outgoing person with a strong sense of adventure. I’m particularly interested in Japanese cuisine and contemporary Japanese culture, along with all of its idiosyncrasies. I hope my tours will give you the opportunity to enjoy unique and insightful experiences. I’d be happy to tailor any of my tours to your specific interests.

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Overview of your Tokyo tour

This tour is a ‘tabearuki’ tour which is a Japanese custom of going out and walking with friends to many different restaurants in the same night. In this tour, we will walk around the trendy and conveniently located area of Shimokitazawa and try various dishes at local restaurants in the area. As a Japanese citizen with a Japanese language and culture degree and over 20 years of experience in the Japanese food and entertainment industries, I can confidently answer any questions you could have about Japan.

Your Tokyo tour itinerary

We will meet at Shimokizawa station at 17:30. Then we will visit 5 unique bars/restaurants over the course of 3 hours. At 20:30, I will take you back to Shimokitazawa station. Sometimes the tours can run a little later so please be sure to let me know if you need to leave earlier or exactly on time :) Of course, I would be glad to cater the tour to your individual dietary desires and needs. Please inform me of any such desires, needs and allergies that you have. The customer will be responsible to pay for all restaurant costs including any costs that might incur by me joining (I usually drink/eat a lot less than customers but some restaurants require minimum orders for each customer including me).

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Transport details
Type: Walking

We will walk and stand a bit in the area so people with disabilities and young children might have trouble.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Private Transportation
Tastings
Other: Personal expenses
Meeting location

Setagaya City, Tokyo, 154-0024, Japan

Shimokitazawa Station - East Exit We will meet right outside of this exit. https://maps.app.goo.gl/EkqhiSx2jdfrsB2r6?g_st=ic

Other details
Tour categories
Food And Drink
Off The Beaten Path
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1451583
Languages
English
Japanese
Activity level
Moderate

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Who is this private tour in Tokyo best suited for?

This private tour in Tokyo is perfect for food enthusiasts who want to explore the local Japanese tapas-style dining culture in the trendy area of Shimokitazawa. It's also ideal for those who wish to connect with a local guide, Riku T., who has extensive experience in the Japanese food and entertainment industries. However, it may not be suitable for people with disabilities or young children due to the walking involved.

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Hours icon 3 hours
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