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Explore the rich and flavorful culinary landscape of Nagoya with a private local host on this personalized food tour. Known for its bold miso-based flavors, unique food culture, and local-only dishes, Nagoya is a hidden gem for food lovers in Japan. This tour offers an authentic local experience tailored to your preferences—whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning traveler eager to go off the beaten path.
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Highlights
Have a local host on hand to guide you through Nagoya’s food scene
Taste signature dishes like grilled eel (hitsumabushi), miso katsu, tenmusu, and more
Visit authentic izakayas and street food stalls tucked away from tourist crowds
Try Nagoya-style Taiwan ramen and famous 35 cm jumbo shrimp fry
Enjoy dessert options like local cheesecake or warabi mochi
Sip sake or a local beer in historic yokocho alleyways near Nagoya Castle
Learn about the city’s culinary roots, traditions, and how dishes evolved over time
Full Description
This three-hour, walking food tour immerses you in the sights, smells, and flavors of Nagoya. You’ll begin near Nagoya Station or in a neighborhood chosen based on your food interests—whether that’s traditional dishes, street food, or local sweets. The tour is completely flexible, with your host customizing stops as you go, giving you the freedom to enjoy what excites your taste buds the most.
Nagoya is famous for dishes that are difficult to find anywhere else in Japan. You’ll likely try:
- Hitsumabushi – grilled eel served with rice in three ways
- Miso Katsu – pork cutlet topped with rich red miso sauce
- Tenmusu – shrimp tempura wrapped in rice balls
- Nagoya Cochin – premium local chicken known for its flavor
- Tebasaki – marinated deep-fried chicken wings
- Taiwan Ramen – a spicy, minced pork noodle dish unique to Nagoya
You’ll also stop by local izakayas (Japanese gastropubs), mom-and-pop food stalls, or even long-established restaurants where chefs still prepare dishes by traditional methods. If you’re adventurous, you can try asking for the chef’s recommendation of the day—a fun way to get a surprise local specialty.
End your experience with a sweet treat such as fluffy cheesecake, warabi mochi, or miso-flavored sweets—a quirky and surprisingly delicious twist.
Throughout the tour, your host will offer insights into Nagoya’s food history, how dishes evolved, and the culture of eating out in this central Japanese city. They’ll also recommend where to eat next during your stay, so the culinary journey doesn’t end with the tour.
This tour is ideal for travelers looking to go beyond tourist restaurants and connect with the real culinary culture of Japan.
Pricing
From ¥28,990 per person
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Includes
Private and personalized 3-hour experience with a local food expert
6–8 tastings of various Nagoya food specialties
One drink (wine, beer, or soft drink)
Hotel meet-up (available upon request for central Nagoya locations)
Walking tour (alternate transport available upon request with extra charge)
Meeting Point
Nagoya Station Tourist Information Center
1 Chome-1-4 Meieki, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 450-0002, Japan
(Your host will be waiting in front of the tourist information center.)
Reviews
“Shochan was amazing and I had a great time! Thank you Shochan.”
“It was nice to be able to have a pleasant and enjoyable time at a Japanese restaurant of the level I wanted. It was also nice to have the time to find nearby attractions while taking the subway and listen to detailed explanations while experiencing them.”
“Everything was fantastic and it was a wonderful experience.”
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