EXCLUSIVE Tokyo Secret: Kichijoji Small-Group Food & Bar Hopping

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

EXCLUSIVE: Small-Group Local Izakaya & Bar Tour! (We only hit the truly local, hole-in-the-wall spots!）

Skip the crowded tourist bars of Shibuya and Shinjuku - tonight, you're not a tourist, you're a local!

Step into the intimate world of Kichijoji's food and drinking culture, where every bar tells a story and every meal comes with genuine Japanese hospitality!

Discover Tokyo's most beloved neighborhood through authentic "hashigo-zake" (bar hopping) at family-owned establishments that have welcomed generations. Inside cozy izakayas serving unique local specialties and secret recipes, you'll taste real Tokyo while connecting with the community.

Why Choose Us:

Hidden Local Gems: 4-5 authentic spots in Tokyo's #1 neighborhood that tourists never find

Family-Friendly: All ages welcome

Authentic Food & Culture: Learn dining customs while tasting homemade specialties

True Local Connection: Your guide's neighborhood ties open doors others can't!

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Hamonika Yokocho Kichijoji

Come and enjoy an exhilarating adventure through the labyrinthine alleys of Harmonica Yokocho in Kichijoji, Tokyo - a hidden gem far from the tourist-packed streets of Shibuya and Shinjuku. This four-hour guided tour will immerse you in the authentic local life of Tokyo, taking you to 4-5 off-the-beaten-path izakayas and bars that even Google Maps can't reveal. You'll uncover a lively local scene as you navigate the narrow alleys. Enjoy authentic Japanese flavors at small standing bars and intimate izakayas, where you'll mingle with friendly locals and experience the real Tokyo nightlife. But the journey doesn't stop at drinks - indulge in various street food delicacies that line the alleyways. Try hot taiyaki and taste seasonal snacks from food stalls. Your knowledgeable guide will unlock doors to hidden gems that most tourists never find! It's not just a tour; it's a journey into the heart of local Japanese culture that you won't find in any guidebook.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Kichijoji

The most desirable place to live in Tokyo! You can feel the old and new vibes of Tokyo. You will also learn the history and culture of the area and Japan.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Sample a variety of traditional izakaya dishes and street food from food stalls(6-7 plates and all food included in tour price) Try all the local specialties and seasonal offerings!

Private transportation

Drinks are not included in the tour. Drinks are typically 400-700 yen, or $2.5-$5 and I have great recommendation at each bars!

Options

Tokyo's Best-Kept Secret: Kichijoji Food & Izakaya Hopping

Reviews

5.00

26 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A great experience in touring Kichijoji.
E6856TQmarcust,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
In November I booked the tour for four friends led by Hibi. Overall It was a great time to experience several of the bars in the Kichijoji harmonica area . We got to sample many different foods that were unique and checked out several small places and all had a friendly atmosphere. Hebi was great in planning places to visit and engaging chats with the locals, to where you felt very much at home. If you want to learn about and enjoy the Kichijoji harmonica area, I would highly recommend this tour.
Great tour & local interaction
FarAway36425912638,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Joined the tour on a Friday night, the atmosphere was chilled but great. Went to several Bars in Kichijoji and came in touch with the locals, which was very great. Something you definitely wont find by yourself. Would definitely recommend this tour again.
Amazing tour for the local experience and friendly community.
J1488WBcarmenh,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing tour! Hibi is super lovely and took me around her favourite bars. The community there were so friendly and the food and drink were delicious! Definitely a great way to experience being a local.
Great time !
W7173TWtylerb,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We absolutely loved our time with Hibi! She made us feel welcome from the very start and took us to some incredible local spots we never would’ve found on our own. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
So much fun!
carmenlT7543KU,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Hibi was such an amazing guide. We loved meeting her and loved the local spots she took us to! Even those in our party who didn’t drink had a great time with the non-alcoholic options at the local spots!
Great locals tour
waynet2000,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Hibi was an amazing tour guide with a fun personality. Anyone who wants to get a taste of the local flavor should definitely book this tour.
Amazing local experience
788reginar,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an amazing time with Hibi! It was our first full day in Tokyo so we were a bit dazed and jet lagged but Hibi’s energy was infectious. She gave us a very authentic and local experience. We would have never known about kichijoji otherwise. When I tell other locals where we went on our first day in Tokyo they were impressed as it is not the typical touristy destination. We met great people and bar/restaurant owners a long the way thanks to Hibi!😊
Great tour
Yvonne Z,,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
My husband and I had a great time with Hibi exploring the bar and izakaya food scene in Kichijoji. This place is such a hidden gem. We love the whole vibe the locals are really chilled and friendly. If you want to be away from the tourists and explore where the locals eat and drink then I highly recommend you to book this tour.
In one word Amazing!
dennisvanb1973,,Apr 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My host Hibi was amazing. The experience is what i was looking for stay away from tourist and enjoy a real local evening. With the beautiful people of Tokio we eat and drank! A big kudos and certainly i would do it again! Khampai:-)
My Top Highlight from 10 Day Tokyo Trip
Rgtharp,,Apr 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wow, this incredibly fun trip in the Kichijoji area known as the Accordian area was the most memorable part of my family's Tokyo trip. That's primarily because Hibi is a world-class host but also the places she took us were unique and delicious. We would never have found them on our own and we had some of our favorite food that night. Thank you so much, Hibi! We will always remember you and hope to meet again in the future.