Tokyo · LUNCH EXPERIENCES

15 Lunch Experiences in Tokyo Worth Booking

24 tours  ·  from $60

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 lunch experiences justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Tokyo: Mt.Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko 1-Day Bus Tour w/Optional Lunch - Starting in Shinjuku, with no room for a late arrival
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Tokyo: Mt.Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko 1-Day Bus Tour w/Optional Lunch

1.Mt.Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko 1-Day Bus Tour w/Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 839 reviews · from $77Our pick

This 9 to 10-hour bus tour from Shinjuku visits Chureito Pagoda, Lake Kawaguchiko, Oishi Park, and Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nenba. Expect live English or Chinese commentary, a possible lunch upgrade, and guides such as Mitsuko, Chen, Eric, or Omar. Mt. Fuji views depend on weather.

“Ms. Mizuki is a wonderful tour guide. She is knowledgeable and always leaves the interaction with great vibes. She is also very courteous, friendly, attentive and genuine. She gave all the tips for nice and less crowded spots to take pictures of the Mt. Fuji. She also suggested a delicious and less expensive ice cream as well:). Lunch was delicious! It was a great tour and a wonderful experience.”

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Tokyo: Sumo Experience and Chanko Nabe Lunch - Arriving in Asakusa or Ryogoku
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Tokyo: Sumo Experience and Chanko Nabe Lunch

2.Sumo Experience and Chanko Nabe Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 257 reviews · from $95

Meet former sumo wrestlers in English, learn the rules, rituals, training, and power behind Japan’s national sport, then try a playful bout yourself. The two-hour session includes a wrestler-made chanko nabe lunch, photo time, and a small-group setting for up to six people. Monday sessions are in Asakusa, Thursdays in Ryogoku.

“The whole team was so friendly and kind. Anyone who wanted to have a go was allowed. The food was delicious!”

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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Tour with 6 Stops & Seafood Lunch - Starting at Tsukiji Hongan-ji
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Tokyo: Tsukiji Fish Market Tour with 6 Stops & Seafood Lunch

3.Tsukiji Fish Market Tour with 6 Stops & Seafood Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 165 reviews · 3 hours · from $94

Walk Tsukiji’s Outer Market with an English-speaking guide, taste five or more local foods, visit Tsukiji Hongan-ji and Namiyoke Inari Shrine, then eat seafood donburi and see Tokyo from Shiodome. Guides such as Mai, Ken, and Kiyo are praised for clear explanations and helpful food advice.

“Started the tour with a temple visit, good to see the traditions, then a great tour of the fish market and tried different foods then a great lunch, and finished with a small walk to a high viewing tower to overlook the market and bay - brilliant :)”

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Tokyo: 1 Day Bus Tour with Meiji-Jingu,Odaiba,lunch&Skytree - Imperial Palace Plaza and the outer moat
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Tokyo: 1 Day Bus Tour with Meiji-Jingu,Odaiba,lunch&Skytree

4.1 Day Bus Tour with Meiji-Jingu,Odaiba,lunch&Skytree

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 156 reviews · 9 hours - 570 minutes · from $83

Spend nine hours with an English-speaking Hato Bus guide visiting Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace Plaza, Odaiba, Asakusa, and Tokyo Skytree. The tour includes bus transport, a Western-style buffet at Haneda, and the Skytree’s 350-meter Tembo Deck. Guides such as Mina, Aki, and Junko are known for clear explanations and humor.

“Best tour because our guide Mina (not sure how she spells her name) was amazing! I’ve travelled a lot, and she was the best guide I’ve ever had.”

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Mt. Fuji, Oishi Park & Arakurayama Pagoda Bus Tour with Lunch - Oishi Park and the Lake Kawaguchi view
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Mt. Fuji, Oishi Park & Arakurayama Pagoda Bus Tour with Lunch

5.Mt. Fuji, Oishi Park & Arakurayama Pagoda Bus Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 128 reviews · from $99Top rated

Travel from Shinjuku to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, Oishi Park, Lake Kawaguchi, and Chureito Pagoda with an English-speaking guide. You’ll get round-trip bus transport, a Japanese or vegetarian lunch, and time for the famous Fuji-and-pagoda views. Guides may include Makoto, Atsushi, or Saiki-Sun.

“The Mt Fuji Tour Was Thee Best Experience Here In Japan Ever! The Lunch Was Phenomenal And The Views Of Mt Fuji Were Jaw dropping Atsushi Is So Good At What He Does And Has The Greatest Personality Mind He Is Hilarious And Has A Great Voice His Show Is Part Of The Tour Which Is An Extra Bonus Dont Hesitate Book This Tour You Wont Regret It!”

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Nagano Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch from Tokyo - The walk to Jigokudani is part of the experience
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Nagano Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch from Tokyo

6.Nagano Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch from Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · from $151

Travel from Shinjuku to Jigokudani Monkey Park with an English-speaking guide such as Yoshi, Harry, or Mary and Chee. Enjoy beef sukiyaki, then walk more than 30 minutes to see wild Japanese macaques near steaming hot springs. Winter departures may include illuminated Kamakura snow huts.

“So worth the experience. Monkeys were beautiful and entertaining to watch. Thomas was a lovely tour guide.”

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Tokyo: Family Sumo Workshop & Live Wrestling Show with Lunch - What the sumo customs add to the show
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Tokyo: Family Sumo Workshop & Live Wrestling Show with Lunch

7.Family Sumo Workshop & Live Wrestling Show with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 99 reviews · 1h 45m · from $60Best value

In Ryogoku, an English-speaking host introduces you to former professional wrestlers, who demonstrate shiko, teppo, and suri-ashi before inviting volunteers into the ring. You’ll enjoy photos, questions, and a hearty mini chanko hotpot lunch, with vegetarian, vegan, and allergy options arranged ahead.

“The event is showing a taste of Sumo, from drills to a real semi fight. Even people can try themselves. The lunch was also very good. Everything is done with a lot of passion and humor.”

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From Tokyo: Nikko Toshogu Day tour with Traditional Lunch - Meeting the bus at Tokyo Mode Gakuen
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From Tokyo: Nikko Toshogu Day tour with Traditional Lunch

8.Nikko Toshogu Day tour with Traditional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 72 reviews · 1 day · from $90

This full-day bus tour takes you from Shinjuku to Nikko’s Toshogu Shrine, Lake Chuzenji, and Kegon Falls. You’ll travel the 48-turn Irohazaka road, receive shrine admission, and eat a seasonal Buddhist vegetarian lunch. Guides speak English, Mandarin Chinese, and Japanese.

“Giornata molto bella. Il tour a Nikko è sicuramente qualcosa da fare quando si và a Tokyo. Guida socievole e molto disponibile. Consigliato :)”

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Tokyo: Hidden Gems Guided Bike Tour with Lunch - Starting at Asakusabashi and meeting Tokyo’s pop icons
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Tokyo: Hidden Gems Guided Bike Tour with Lunch

9.Hidden Gems Guided Bike Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · from $96

Join guide Shogun for a five-hour small-group bike tour through eastern Tokyo. Ride from Asakusabashi to Asakusa and Ryogoku, stop at a Shinto shrine and Buddhist temple, eat lunch, and visit the Fukagawa Edo Museum. Bikes, entry, insurance, and an English-speaking guide are included.

“Shogun was an excellent guide who took us at speed to ensure a great historical tour of East Tokyo. Lunch was good also plus no hard-sell warehouse these type of tours invariably incorporate.”

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Make Rice Balls and Enjoy a Japanese Home-Style Lunch in Yanaka - From Yuyake Dandan to a neighborhood food table
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Make Rice Balls and Enjoy a Japanese Home-Style Lunch in Yanaka

10.Make Rice Balls and Enjoy a Japanese Home-Style Lunch in Yanaka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · from $60

Meet Yuki, Masayo, or Eiko in Yanaka for a hands-on onigiri class and home-style lunch. Shape rice balls, choose toppings, arrange a bento with local deli dishes, and finish with miso soup, coffee, or tea. Families can also enjoy origami and calligraphy.

“We would highly recommend this experience. Yuki helped us understand the best way to make several Japanese dishes. This provided us with fun and a very tasty lunch! We learned how to roll sushi, make tempura, and miso soup.”

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Tokyo Sumo Culture Tour with Chanko-Nabe Lunch in Ryogoku - Hakkaku-beya, your first look at a sumo stable
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Tokyo Sumo Culture Tour with Chanko-Nabe Lunch in Ryogoku

11.Tokyo Sumo Culture Tour with Chanko-Nabe Lunch in Ryogoku

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $131

Explore Ryogoku with a sumo-focused guide in a group of no more than eight. Visit stables from outside, Nominosukune Shrine, the Kokugikan arena, Edo Noren, and Ekoin Temple before sharing chanko-nabe lunch. Guides such as Jeff, Taka, and Aki-san bring the sport’s customs and stories to life.

“Taka our guide was excellent. But our timing was tight - we knew we were btn sumo tournaments & wouldn't see any actual sessions, but then found out Sundays even the training facility tours were not open. Lovely lunch & other sights, but touring that day wasn't really worth the $$ & time.”

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Tokyo: Guided Walking Tour of Tsukiji Market with Lunch - Entering the narrow lanes of Tsukiji Outer Market
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Tokyo: Guided Walking Tour of Tsukiji Market with Lunch

12.Guided Walking Tour of Tsukiji Market with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 24 reviews · 2h 45m · from $113

Spend 165 minutes with an English-speaking guide in Tsukiji Outer Market, beginning at Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple. You’ll try nine local specialties, including tuna sushi, wagyu or seafood skewers, tamagoyaki, dashi, tea, and dessert. Small groups are limited to 10 people.

“Enjoyed some of the dishes chosen but the area covered in the tour is pretty small. The guide and his intern were very friendly but were clearly trying to fill the time allocated rather than have plenty to do.”

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Tokyo: Mount Fuji Private Tour with Scenic Lunch Experience - Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine beneath old trees
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Tokyo: Mount Fuji Private Tour with Scenic Lunch Experience

13.Mount Fuji Private Tour with Scenic Lunch Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · 10 hours

Spend 10 hours exploring Mount Fuji’s lakes, shrines, villages, and viewpoints in a private vehicle from Tokyo. Your English-speaking guide, such as Ali, Sarfy, or Rana, can adjust the day for weather, children, older relatives, photography, or walking ability. Lunch comes with Fuji views.

“We had an amazing day. Mr. Sarfy, our guide was super kind, helpful and always made sure we were having the best time. He took us to many beautiful places and even helped us with taking photos. Thank you Mr. Sarfy. It was memorable because of you.”

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Muslim Friendly Mt. Fuji Tour with Halal Lunch and Prayer Time - Itchiku Kubota Art Museum from January to April
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Muslim Friendly Mt. Fuji Tour with Halal Lunch and Prayer Time

14.Muslim Friendly Mt. Fuji Tour with Halal Lunch and Prayer Time

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $137

Spend about 11.5 hours exploring the Mt. Fuji region from Tokyo with an English-speaking guide, halal bento lunch, two prayer times, and an air-conditioned bus. Depending on the season, visit Fujiyama Twin Terrace or the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum, plus Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nenba.

“We were lucky to start the tour on a bright sunny morning, and from the moment we boarded the bus everything was perfectly organized. The two-hour drive didn’t feel long at all thanks to our amazing guide who shared interesting stories Read more”

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Day Trip to See the Snow Monkeys from Shinjuku with Lunch Buffet - The road north and the Suzaka lunch stop
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Day Trip to See the Snow Monkeys from Shinjuku with Lunch Buffet

15.Day Trip to See the Snow Monkeys from Shinjuku with Lunch Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $130

Leave Shinjuku at 7:45 AM for a 12-hour coach trip to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park. Walk about 40 minutes on a snowy road, watch wild Japanese macaques near the hot spring, and enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet in Suzaka. Lunch-free bookings are also available.

“It was excellent! We enjoyed a generous lunch buffet and the trek to see the famous snow monkeys. The host even surprised us with a complimentary gift at the end that was thoughtful. Thank you”

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