Kappabashi Kitchen Town, Fake Food Samples, & Tokyo Skytree

Explore Kappabashi Kitchen Street–a paradise for food enthusiasts and kitchen connoisseurs–in this whirlwind day tour in Tokyo! Discover one of Tokyo’s most interesting districts alongside a friendly English-speaking guide, participate in a food sample-making workshop, and climb Tokyo Skytree.

Tucked away in Tokyo’s Asakusa district, Kappabashi Kitchen Street is a lively stretch of shops specializing in everything kitchen-related. From traditional Japanese knives and handcrafted ceramics to specialty coffee supplies and unique utensils, Kappabashi Kitchen Street has it all.

But wait, Kappabashi Kitchen Street offers more than just utensils! It's also the kingdom of food replicas. Step into a world where art and cuisine intertwine–where meticulously crafted plastic dishes vie for your attention. These lifelike food samples have become as much of an attraction as the foods they portray, and you’ll have the opportunity to try your hand at making one of your own by participating in a food sample-making workshop. Next, refuel with a tasty lunch at a traditional Japanese restaurant (you’ve been hard at work, after all).

After lunch, wrap up this experience by venturing over to an iconic city landmark: Tokyo Skytree! Make your way to the top and take in the breathtaking Tokyo city skyline.