Shinjuku Izakaya and Golden Gai Bar Hopping Tour

4.8 (180 reviews) Tokyo, Japan
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Duration2h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

This tour combines three of Shinjuku’s most fascinating nightlife areas—Omoide Yokocho, Golden Gai, and Kabukicho—all in one evening with a local guide.

In Omoide Yokocho and Golden Gai, many bars are extremely small, hidden, and not always easy to enter without local knowledge. Some places may feel intimidating or confusing for first-time visitors due to their atmosphere or unspoken rules. Having a local guide makes the experience much more comfortable, as they know which bars welcome guests and how to enter and order smoothly.

The tour also includes a walk through Kabukicho’s neon-lit streets, where your guide explains the area’s history and culture while helping you explore safely and confidently. By combining hidden bars, unique micro-bars, and a guided walk through Tokyo’s most energetic entertainment district, this tour offers a Shinjuku nightlife experience that’s hard to enjoy on your own.

*This is a group tour and all type of group is welcomed including solo-traveler.

Options

3 hours Shinjuku Night

Duration: 3 hours
Optional Izakaya Stop: Make one more stop at a lively all-you-can-drink and izakaya for 11 dishes. Enjoy authentic Japanese drinking culture.
Plus Izakaya experience: Based on the basic 2 spots, add Japanese Izakaya experience.

2hours Shinjuku Night

Duration: 2 hours
2 Drinks + Foods ( 2～３）: Omoide yokocho -The smoky aromas, retro ambiance, and vibrant energy make every meal here memorable and uniquely Japanese.
Shinjuku Night 2 hours: Visit Exciting Area "Omoide Yokocho" and "Golden Gai" in Shinjuku , exploring hidden bars with a local guide.

What's included

  • Dinner
  • Experience izakaya culture and drink like the locals do
  • Local and professional guide

What to expect

  1. Omoide Yokocho
    1h
    Shinjuku is known for the biggest business and drinking town in Japan. So many business person are walking on the street.

    At first you will visit Omoide Yokocho, where is traditional and local Izakaya street. There are so many restaurants and bars in narrow spaces. That street is made after WW2. So you may feel humanity. Surrounded by Japanese business person, let's eat Yakitori, skewered chicken and beer.
  2. Kabukicho
    10m
    Then you move to Kabukicho, the biggest red light district and see Japanese nightlife. There are so many glittering board and neon signs on the street, We pass by Godzilla building, narrow backstreet and learn Japanese night life.
  3. Shinjuku Golden Gai
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Wander through a maze of narrow alleys lined with tiny, character-filled bars, each with its own unique atmosphere—from nostalgic Showa-era hideaways to quirky music- and film-themed bars.　Guided by a knowledgeable local who knows exactly where to go.

    Along the way, enjoy drinks in cozy, intimate spaces where conversations come naturally. Chat with bar owners and local regulars, discover insider stories, and gain a deeper understanding of Tokyo’s nightlife culture.

    This is more than just a night out—it’s your chance to explore hidden gems, connect with people, and experience the authentic spirit of Tokyo in a way most travelers never do.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet up In front of coffee shop " Tajimaya Coffee(但馬屋珈琲)"

End point

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum drinking age is 20 years We will serve soft drink for person who is less than 20 years old.
  • Unfortunately, we do not accommodate vegetarian, halal, gluten-free requests, or allergy-related requests.
  • Please refrain from showing up to the tour too drunk
  • This tour is for international tourists, so we kindly ask Japanese individuals not to participate.
  • Services not listed (For example : Additional food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation fee to meeting point) are not included in the tour.

Cancellation policy

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

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