Top Nagoya Culinary Tours

Discover Nagoya’s nightlife with a private local guide—just you and your group. Our friendly guide will take you to the best izakaya-style bars and hidden local spots that tourists rarely find on their own. Navigating the Japanese bar scene can be tricky, but with a local guide, you can relax and enjoy authentic food and drinks tailored to your tastes. Whether you prefer a casual drink or a full izakaya crawl, the night is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Important Notes: ・Meals and drinks are not included ・Please inform us in advance of any food preferences or allergies ※By booking this tour, you agree to our Terms and Conditions available on our official website (Nagoya Tours). We kindly ask you to review them in advance.

Explore the culinary delights of Nagoya with this specially designed food tour for cruise passengers arriving at Kinjo Pier. Experience the vibrant Makers Pier area, where you’ll stroll through a welcoming waterfront district and savor the unique flavors of Nagoya, renowned for its rich miso-based cuisine. Enjoy tastings at two selected restaurants, with food and drinks included up to 3,000 yen. A knowledgeable guide shares insights into local dishes and dining customs, ensuring a meaningful and relaxed introduction to the city’s food culture. This tour offers cruise travelers a delightful way to experience Nagoya beyond the typical shore excursion.

Taste Nagoya like a local on this private, government-licensed guided food tour. Begin in the historic Osu district, where you'll explore lively shopping arcades packed with local street food and sample regional specialties such as tebasaki chicken wings and tenmusu. The highlight is a sit-down lunch of hitsumabushi, Nagoya's iconic charcoal-grilled eel over rice, enjoyed three traditional ways. With a knowledgeable licensed guide leading the way and sharing the stories behind every dish, this is the perfect introduction to one of Japan's great food cities. Ideal for first-time visitors and food lovers alike.

Discover the Soul of Nagoya on a Private Walking Tour Step into the heart of Nagoya with a private, customized walking tour that blends history, spirituality, and local flavor. Explore iconic landmarks like Nagoya Castle, Spiritual Atsuta Shrine, and the lively Osu Shopping District, all at your own pace. Travel in comfort with a nationally licensed guide who picks you up in a private car from Nagoya—making your journey smooth, safe, and personal from start to finish. Few reviews here yet, but I have many 5-star reviews on other platforms—book with confidence! Highlights: ・Explore Nagoya Castle’s Honmaru Palace and enjoy samurai photo opportunities. ・Experience Atsuta Shrine’s sacred aura and try the sword-lifting tradition. ・Stroll Osu’s lively streets filled with shops and savor local food for lunch. ・Trusted as a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (Cert. No. EN00703). ・Comfortable travel with a private car and 10+ years professional driving.

Discover Nagoya with a local guide born and raised in the city. Experience both iconic highlights and hidden gems that most travelers miss. Tour highlights: • Nagoya Castle – Explore the castle and hear unique stories •Historic streets of Nagono – Step back in time through charming streets • Osu Shopping District – Enjoy local street food and lively shopping •Arimatsu – Try traditional shibori craft in a beautifully preserved post town Perfect for travelers seeking a more local and authentic side of Japan. See a side of Nagoya most visitors never experience.

Highlights ・Try traditional mochi pounding with wooden mallet and mortar ・Feel the festive rhythm of this time-honored celebration ・Enjoy freshly prepared mochi in two Japanese flavors at a historic café ・Share a warm cultural moment in a nostalgic neighborhood Tour Overview Join a hands-on mochi pounding experience in Nagoya’s Endoji Shopping Street, a tradition often celebrated during the New Year. Guided by friendly hosts, you’ll pound steamed rice in a wooden mortar, working in rhythm and unison just as generations have done. The lively atmosphere is filled with teamwork, laughter, and festive spirit. Afterward, step into NAGONOYA café, a retro landmark, to savor mochi prepared in two distinct Japanese flavors along with a refreshing drink. This short but memorable experience is more than food—it’s a celebration of tradition, togetherness, and Japan’s warm hospitality.

Highlights - Discover Chita's rich fermentation heritage through sake, pottery, and seasonal local cuisine. - Discover traditional sake brewing at a family-run brewery founded in 1848. - Visit a Tokoname pottery studio creating tableware for Japan's finest restaurants. - Enjoy an award-winning seasonal French lunch paired with local sake. - Travel comfortably by private vehicle with a professional English-speaking guide. Overview Discover Chita’s culinary culture, south of Nagoya. Begin at Keigama, a Tokoname pottery studio representing one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns. See how artisans create BAN tableware, developed with chefs to showcase food at its finest. Next, visit Sawada Sake Brewery, founded in 1848, and discover its sake-making traditions. The journey culminates with lunch at Le Coeuryuzu, one of Chita’s leading restaurants. An award-winning Chef serves seasonal ingredients on BAN pottery, paired with Sawada sake. Discover how it all comes together in Chita’s food culture.

Highlights -Visit Yaotomi Shrine, where Tokugawa Ieyasu is said to have prayed for victory. -Walk across the sea to Takeshima, a nationally protected natural monument. -Weave your own coaster using traditional Mikawa cotton and colorful threads. -Make samurai-style onigiri with local ingredients including rich Hatcho miso. -Cook rice in a traditional pot and learn to roll futomaki sushi. Overview Trace Tokugawa Ieyasu’s connection to Gamagori through its samurai history, craftsmanship, and food culture. Begin at Takeshima Island and visit Yaotomi Shrine, where Ieyasu is said to have prayed for victory before battle. Your professional guide will share stories connecting Ieyasu to the region. Next, discover Mikawa cotton, a traditional textile associated with Ieyasu, and weave your own coaster on a loom. Finish with a hands-on cooking experience. Make rice balls with freshly cooked rice and local ingredients, then try making futomaki, Japan’s classic thick sushi rolls.

Highlights - Step inside a historic sake brewery founded in 1848 and discover Chita’s brewing heritage. - Learn traditional sake-making firsthand from the brewery owner at Sawada Sake Brewery. - Dine at acclaimed Le Coeuryuzu, where award-winning Chef Watanabe showcases seasonal local ingredients. - Savor a special course lunch paired with local sake from Sawada Sake Brewery. - Experience Chita’s fermentation culture through its sake, cuisine, and generations of craftsmanship. Overview Discover Chita’s flavors and fermentation traditions. Begin at Sawada Sake Brewery, founded in 1848, and learn how traditional techniques shape its sake. Guided by the brewery owner, gain insight into Chita’s fermentation culture. Continue to Le Coeuryuzu, where award-winning Chef Watanabe creates a seasonal course featuring local ingredients, paired with Sawada sake. The brewery visit and pairing lunch offer a taste of Chita’s culinary identity, where sake, ingredients, and craftsmanship come together.