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Tours/Tokyo/Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide

Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide

Tokyo2 hours
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
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Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide
Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Price from
$32 / person
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Languages
DE, EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Discover the hidden gems of Tokyo: Private Tour with a Local Guide
Meeting point
Meet at Wawaramachi metro station, exit 3. The guide will have a sign stating "Viator".

Description

Discover Tokyo's Kappabashi Street wholesale district on a guided walking tour. Made in JAPAN products are recognized around the world for their high quality, unique designs, and advanced technology. The sword techniques once used by samurai have been passed down to today's Japanese knives. Honyaki refers to Japanese knives that are made by punching a single piece of steel out of a block, imitating the hon-forging technique of Japanese swords. Among these, there is a shop in Kappabashi that sells water-hardened knives, which are extremely rare and require particularly advanced techniques. Please enjoy this masterpiece created by a skilled Japanese knife craftsman. When you pick it up and look at it, you can feel its sophisticated beauty and it will make you smile. Additionally, as food professionals gather from all over Japan, you can get your hands on a variety of Japanese tableware, chopsticks, Nanbu ironware, food samples, and more.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 10+)
$32
Child (ages 3–9)
$6
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.

Tour Options

Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide

Itinerary

Dengama
15 min

"Dengama" is a Japanese pottery specialty store in Kappabashi, Asakusa, Tokyo. We purchase our products directly from potteries all over Japan and stock a wide range of items, from everyday tableware to masterpieces from famous kilns.

Majimaya
15 min

Majimaya's history began with wooden molds. This spirit of craftsmanship is still passed down today. It is the aspirations of our predecessors and artisans who have been carving wooden molds for Japanese confectionery for over 60 years since the end of World War II. We have inherited that aspiration and continue to create products that focus on molds. More than 1,700 types of cookie cutters are displayed in the cookie tower in the center of the store, from the basement to the third floor. As a store specializing in confectionery and bread making machinery and equipment, our expert staff will visit you directly to install and repair your confectionery machinery.

15 min

"TSUCHI-YA Glassware and Crafts Kappabashi" is a specialty store for glassware and crafts produced by Tsuchiya Bag Manufacturing, a leather goods manufacturer. The main store is located in Kappabashi Tool Street, and carries works by glass artists from Japan and abroad that suit modern lifestyles, such as handmade cups, vases, and lighting. The gallery on the second floor also hosts solo exhibitions and special exhibitions.

15 min

We are a chopstick shop with the theme of "coexistence with nature." We offer a wide range of products, mainly disposable and wooden chopsticks sourced from forests all over Japan, in collaboration with woodworking artisans and those involved in preserving traditional crafts. We also offer gift wrapping and international shipping.

15 min

A super specialty store for cooking tools in Kappabashi, Asakusa. A wide variety of fun cooking tools, from standard items to more niche gems, are lined up in a compact space. A store for chefs from all over the world, from professional chefs to homemakers.

Tsubaya Knives
15 min

Founded in 1956, our shop is the longest-running kitchen knife specialty store in Asakusa Kappabashi, and we always have over 1,000 items in stock. We are proud to be able to meet all kinds of needs, from home use to professional knife needs.

15 min

A new world is born when the traditional food replica techniques passed down over 88 years of our business are combined with the ideas of modern artisans. We offer unique and fun original products such as food replicas, artwork, fancy goods, magnets, key rings, straps, and our DIY food replica kit "Samplerun."

Musashi Japan Kappabashi
15 min

MUSASHI JAPAN is a Japanese knife brand that focuses on traditional Japanese culture and experiences. To help customers gain a deeper understanding of knives, we offer videos of interviews with artisans, as well as actual knife test cutting and knife sharpening experiences. You can also enjoy Japanese sake on the second floor of the store.

What's included

Included
tour guide
Not included
Meal and shopping expenses

How it compares in Tokyo

  • Starting price $32 is 59% below the typical $79 for tours of similar length in Tokyo

Excurgo comparison of 4,170 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide take?

Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.

How much does Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide cost?

Prices start at $32 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.

How much does Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide cost for children?

Children aged 3–9 pay from $6, adults from $32. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Meet at Wawaramachi metro station, exit 3. The guide will have a sign stating "Viator". Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Explore Kitchen Street with a Local Guide offered in?

The experience is available in DE, EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 5 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

$32/ person
Duration2 hours
LanguagesDE, EN
ConfirmationInstant
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Booked and paid on Viator.com
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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