Ginza Sweets Tour Matcha Parfait and Traditional Japanese Dessert

5.0 (1 reviews) Ginza, Japan
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

"Discover the sweet side of Tokyo on this guided Ginza Sweets Walking Tour.
Taste three classic Japanese desserts — Anpan at Kimuraya, a rich Matcha Parfait at Nakamura Tokichi, and traditional Anmitsu in a retro café.
Along the way, enjoy photo stops at Kabukiza Theater and visit a Konpeito candy shop for a colorful souvenir.
A perfect blend of Tokyo elegance and Japanese tradition."

What's included

  • Photography at the Kabuki-za
  • Sweet Treats Tasting (Red Bean Bread, Matcha Parfait, Anmitsu)
  • Other photography support during the tour
  • Visit to a konpeito candy specialty shop where souvenirs can be purchased
  • English-Guided Walking Tour in Ginza
  • Transportation expenses to the meeting place
  • Additional food and drinks not included in the itinerary
  • Personal shopping and souvenir expenses

What to expect

  1. 20m
    Visit the legendary Kimuraya Bakery, founded in 1874, and try the original Anpan—a soft bread filled with sweet red bean paste. Learn how this humble creation became a Japanese classic loved for over a century.
  2. 1h
    Enjoy a luxurious Matcha Parfait at the famous Nakamura Tokichi Ginza, a Kyoto-born tea house known for premium green tea desserts.
    Savor the balance of sweet and bitter while learning the art of Uji matcha.
  3. 40m
    Take a short walk to the Kabukiza Theater, the heart of traditional Japanese performance. Snap photos in front of its iconic façade and browsing Japanese souvenirs at the shop
  4. 30m
    Visit a charming boutique specializing in Konpeito (traditional Japanese sugar candy).
    These colorful sweets make perfect souvenirs, and your guide will share their surprising Portuguese origin and cultural meaning.
  5. 1h
    Finish your tour with a beautiful Anmitsu—a traditional Japanese dessert of agar jelly, sweet beans, fruits, and syrup—served at a cozy retro-style café tucked away in the backstreets of Ginza.
    It’s the perfect sweet ending to your afternoon!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is in front of the lion statue at the 1st-floor entrance of Ginza Mitsukoshi Department Store, right outside Exit A7 of Ginza Station.
Staff holding flags will be waiting for you.

End point

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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