8 Lunch Experiences in Tokyo Worth Booking

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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