Tokyo Sushi Tour: Explore Sushi Tradition and Dining Etiquette

5.0 (5 reviews) Tokyo, Japan
Duration3h
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Embark on a private tour where you’ll immerse yourself in the world of sushi culture and etiquette, dining at one of Tokyo’s finest hidden sushi gems!
Your experience begins at Hotel Gajoen Tokyo, a museum-hotel showcasing Japan’s timeless beauty. An expert guide—an instructor in table manners—will lead you through a brief yet insightful workshop on sushi culture and dining etiquette. This ensures you’ll feel confident and poised at a high-end sushi restaurant.
After the workshop, you’ll head to a beloved, upscale sushi restaurant, where you’ll enjoy a meticulously crafted course with appetizers, sashimi, sushi, and miso soup.
Throughout the meal, your guide will facilitate conversation with the head chef, offering a rare glimpse into the artistry behind each dish.
If desired, your guide will take memorable photos at no extra charge, so you can cherish the experience.
By the end, you’ll have enjoyed an unforgettable meal and gained valuable knowledge to navigate Japan’s culinary scene!

What's included

  • Tour photos
  • Private transportation
  • Sushi full course (few dishes, sashimi, 8 sushi, and miso soup)
  • 1 drink in sushi restaurant (alcohols available *only above age 20)
  • 1 drink at Hotel Gajoen Tokyo
  • Additional drink

What to expect

  1. 1h
    The guide will introduce a quick history of Gajoen, take a coffee at lounge, and feel the beautiful waterfall located in the middle of the hotel. The cafe fee is included in the course price.
  2. 1h
    You will enjoy omakase sushi course in Sushi Tsukiuda. The owner chef will make it for you over the counter. You may also ask any questions you would like to ask chef. The guide will interpret as you need.
    You may also learn basic Japanese table manners such as words you say before/after the dish (Itadakimasu / Gochiso-sama), the proper way to use chopsticks, the way to handle plates, and etc.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at an entrance of Hotel Gajoen Tokyo.
Please enter the entrance and look for a guide wearing kimono. She will be standing right next to the ornament decorated at the entrance.

End point

We will call it a day at the restaurant, in front of Don Quijote

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that you will be taking your shoes off in sushi restaurant
  • Please note that alcohol is only available above age 20. Travelers under age 19 will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
  • No vegan menus available

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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