Private Tour

Shinjuku Local Bar Hopping with Dinner and Local Guide

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Join a local guide for a journey through Shinjuku's most iconic districts. This isn't a generic bar hop; it's an adventure through the different eras of Tokyo nightlife, giving you an authentic, stress-free experience.

The night begins in the nostalgic, lantern-lit alleys of Omoide Yokocho. At a hand-picked izakaya, we'll enjoy the first round of included local food and drinks. Next, we jump into the futuristic world of Kabukicho. After seeing the massive Kabukicho Tower, we’ll visit our second hidden gem for fresh seafood and premium sake, also included.

The tour concludes with a walk through the legendary Golden Gai, a dense labyrinth of over 200 tiny bars. We end our guided experience here, leaving you in the perfect spot to continue the night on your own, armed with insider tips from your guide.

Throughout the evening, your guide handles all navigation and language barriers, unlocking a side of Tokyo you'd never find alone. Just show up and get ready for an unforgettable night.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

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

Omoide Yokocho

We'll kick off our tour by stepping back in time into Omoide Yokocho (aka "Memory Lane"), an alley that feels straight out of the Showa era. We'll head into a nostalgic world, lit by red lanterns and filled with the delicious smoke of yakitori. From the countless options, we will guide you to a lively and celebrated izakaya that we personally recommend. Here, we'll raise our first glass, savoring exquisite local food and kicking off our Shinjuku night to the fullest.

1 minute • Admission Included

Kabukicho

We'll plunge into the dazzling, sleepless world of Kabukicho. Our first sight will be the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, a futuristic beacon of blue light that symbolizes the area's wild energy. After taking in the cyberpunk scenery, we'll slip through the chaos to our second stop: a fantastic izakaya celebrated for its incredibly fresh seafood and perfectly paired Japanese sake.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

All-you-can-drink at the second bar

2 drinks at the first bar (You can choose from our selections in the tour.)

Photos during the tour (We'll send you after the tour)

Full Dinner (you can choose from our original menu)

Hopping 2 local izakaya bars with a local guide

Options

Shinjuku Local Bar Hopping with Dinner and Local Guide

Reviews

5.00

1 review

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

An unforgettable experience in Tokyo 🍻🍣🎉✨
Carl L,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
First off, our guide Daiji communicated promptly, on time, and curated an unforgettable experience. We ate amazing food and had plenty of drinks to fuel the night. Do yourself a favor and book this tour! You will definitely not regret it🤙🍻