Kichijoji Bar Hopping Night Tour with a Tokyo Samurai Guide

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Welcome to the Dojo of the Night.

Tonight’s training is “Kichijoji Bar Hopping.”

A modern samurai who has long roamed the bars of Kichijoji will guide you on a night-time journey of discipline, skillfully wielding “chopsticks” and “sake” instead of a sword.

Through three stages of training — standing bars in the nostalgic Showa-era Harmonica Alley, craft beer, and sushi with Japanese sake — you will experience the essence and warmth of Japan’s night culture.

By the end of this journey, through the bonds with the local people who breathe life into the land of Tokyo, a samurai spirit will surely be kindled within your heart.

Bookable until 3:00 PM on the same day!

Only 15 minutes from Shinjuku by JR Chuo Line — the tour starts in Kichijoji at 6:30 PM.

Finish: Around 9:30 PM – perfect timing to catch your train and return to your hotel in central Tokyo.

You may continue your own training safely near your hotel.

By then, you have left the samurai’s hand and begun your own journey.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum age: 20 years old (legal drinking age in Japan)

Walking involved; comfortable shoes recommended

The exact route may change depending on the day’s crowd and availability (our guide will choose the best spots for you)

The organizer is not responsible for any health issues, injuries, or loss/damage of personal belongings during the tour. Please take care of yourself to fully enjoy the experience.

For the comfort of all participants, please refrain from disruptive behavior. If such behavior continues after a warning, the tour may be terminated without refund.

English guidance will be provided using the latest translation device, ensuring accurate and polite communication. For basic phrases such as ordering at bars, the guide can provide direct assistance in simple English.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

1st Stop – Harmonica Yokocho Bar: 1–2 dishes

2nd Stop – Craft Beer Bar: 4 appetizer small plates (per person)

3rd Stop – Sushi Bar: Sushi set (for one)

Drinks at each venue (around ¥1,000 per glass; all bars accept credit cards)

Additional food orders (around ¥1,000 per dish; all bars accept credit cards)

What To Expect

Meet the Samurai and Begin Your Training — Samurai Night in Kichijoji 18:30── In front of Baskin-Robbins, JR Kichijoji Station North Exit. There appears a man clad in an indigo haori — a samurai named Sho, a “Modern Samurai” living in today’s world. What begins under his guidance is not just an ordinary bar-hopping night. It is — “The Night of Samurai Training.”

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Hamonika Yokocho Kichijoji

1st Stop: Standing Bar – The Toasting Ritual “The First Challenge: Balance of Spirit” Begin your training with a “kanpai” (cheers) at a nostalgic standing bar in the retro alleys of Harmonica Yokocho. Calm your spirit, feel the rhythm of the night, and prepare for the journey ahead.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Kichijoji Bar Hopping Night Tour with a Tokyo Samurai Guide

Reviews

5.00

1 review

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A Real Tokyo Night with the Modern Samurai
Chikara E,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This Kichijoji Bar Hopping Tour was one of the best experiences of my Tokyo trip! Our guide Sho, the Modern Samurai,took us to three hidden local bars in the alleys of Harmonica Yokocho. The food and drinks were amazing, but what I loved most was connecting with locals and learning about Japanese salaryman culture. Drinking Sho’s favorite craft beer with local people was truly memorable. Highly recommend if you want to experience the real Tokyo night beyond Shibuya and Shinjuku!