Nagoya
Eat like a local in Nagoya
Local Food & Drink Tastings • 3 hours
5.0
(18)
Eat like a local in Nagoya
Barbecued eels, giant 35cm fried shrimps and Taiwan ramen (we’re still in Nagoya, don’t worry).
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Go on a tasty three-hour tour of Nagoya’s foodie hotspots with a knowledgeable host to lead the way.
- Explore the famous Sakae district, and a popular local haunt – Fushimi Underground Shopping Mall.
- Taste several of the city’s specialties, like grilled eel (hitsumbishi) and shrimp tempura rice balls (tenmusu)
- Try Nagoya’s Kuheiji sake at an intimate izakaya or an underground bar (or both!)
- Have a local host on hand to tell you about Nagoya’s food history and answer all your questions
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a host
6-8 tastings of various local food specialties
A glass of wine, beer or soft drink
Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)
What’s not included
Food and drinks other than the ones included in the experience
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Nagoya Station Tourist Information Center - The host will be waiting in front of it.Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Nagoya’s style of miso paste is rich, salty, and extra-umami, so miso soup and miso katsu (deep-fried pork cutlets served with earthy miso sauce) are must-tries. Chow down on hitsumbushi, a local delicacy of grilled eel, or try on-the-go tenmusu – chewy rice balls with a dollop of tasty shrimp tempura in the center. At one of the city’s cozy, wood-built izakayas, you could sample small plates of takoyaki – fried octopus balls under a blanket of unfurling bonito flakes – or test an old Nagoya trick: ask the chef for “today’s best”, and that’s what you’ll get! And don’t miss grilled cochin – a local breed of chicken so superb, locals will tell you to set aside your sake and drink the eggs raw with a pinch of salt!
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Lee-Anne,
Mar 2025
We had a walking tour of Nagoya and dinner with Takako. She has traveled significantly, which makes her a fascinating person to chat with, let alone a knowledgeable tour guide. I particularly enjoyed her positive energy and cheerful demeanor. We had a lovely time with her!
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Samuel,
Dec 2024
Awesome experience with Toshi! Great way to get a local perspective on cuisine and places to explore
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Il-Hwan,
Dec 2024
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.
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Leo,
Nov 2024
Toshi was awesome and tailored the food tour to what I was interested. He’s lived an awesome life and was a great conversationalist and was really good and patient with answering a bunch of questions. Hit his tour up and have a great time
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Gail,
Oct 2024
Stephen was extremely knowledgeable about the local food scene and introduced us to some amazing flavors during our Eat Like A Local tour. He knew the area and the shop keepers and maintained an atmosphere of eager curiosity for us. We found this experience to be very memorable and highly recommend him.
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Gail,
Oct 2024
Everything was fantastic and it was a wonderful experience.
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