(Private car)Fake It Then Taste It:Japan’s Quirky Cuisine Journey

Name: (Private car)Fake It Then Taste It:Japan’s Quirky Cuisine Journey
Brand: Viator
Price: 80.42 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (17 reviews)

5.0(17)5 hoursChinese, Japanese, EnglishBook 14 hours aheadTokyo Prefecture, Japan

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Start your journey at Sagamihara’s quirky “Used Tire Market,” a hidden gem loved by vending machine fans. Rows of retro machines from the Showa era still operate, serving hot udon, toast, capsule toys, and bottled drinks. Nostalgic, surreal, and irresistibly charming—your guide will help you capture photos. Stay about 30–60 minutes.

Next, get hands-on at “Atelier Stella,” a food sample workshop where you’ll craft realistic fake food seen in Japanese restaurants. Choose from sushi, takoyaki, rice crackers, or the popular toast-shaped clock. With guidance from a skilled artisan and English support, beginners and kids (age 6+) can enjoy making their own unique souvenir. Sessions are 1 or 2 hours.

Finish with a local dinner in Machida. Whether it’s izakaya, traditional washoku, or sizzling monjayaki, your guide will help you choose and order the perfect meal to end the day.

Included

This is a private tour, so you(and your friend, family, and so on) will be the only ones in the vehicle.
National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter
Food sample making experience fee
1,000 yen food and drink charge: If you want to buy more, you can buy it yourself

Not included

Parking Fees

What you'll do

Used Tire Market Sagamihara Vending Machines Corner
2661-1 Shimomizo, Minami-ku, Sagamihara, Japan
Experience a unique retro adventure at the Sagamihara Used Tire Market. Discover a quirky and unexpected location with a hidden vending machine hideout in a tire market. Step back in time with a visit to the vending machine section, where nostalgic vending machines are still in operation. Purchase hot meals such as ramen, burgers, and toasted sandwiches, giving you a glimpse into Japan's Showa (1926-1989) culture. Not only the food, but the venue itself offers a quirky and unexpected location - a hidden vending machine hideout in a tire market. This unexpected combination has brought a sense of surprise and humor to many foreign tourists. It's not just a meal, it's an adventure full of discoveries, laughs, and unique photo opportunities. The nostalgic yet fresh contrast creates an unforgettable impression. The retro design and functionality make it the perfect place for Instagramable photos and sharing on social media.
1 hour
Let's actually make "ultra-realistic fake food" that you often see in Japanese restaurants!
You can choose to make sushi, takoyaki, rice crackers, or the super popular "bread clock". With the guidance of a craftsman and the support of an English guide, even beginners can feel at ease. Children (elementary school age and above) are also welcome. You can take home the creation you made as a souvenir. The duration is either 1 or 2 hours.
2 hours
With a guide, you can enjoy your preferred style of dinner, such as Japanese foo
d, izakaya, or monjayaki (a maximum of 5,000 yen per person is included in the tour fee). The English guide will also help you order, so you can rest assured.
1h 30mAdmission included

Meeting and pickup

3 locations

Pickup details

Odakyu Line, Machida Station, North Exit.

Because Odakyu Station is crowded, I will park my car near the station and walk to pick you up. Once everyone is ready, we will board my car and begin the tour.

Meeting points2

Pick one when you book

Meeting
Hotel Shinjukuya
6-13-22 Haramachida, Machida, Japan
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Meeting
Hotel Machida Villa
1-20-10 Morino, Machida, Japan
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End point

End

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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