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Shinjuku Bar Hopping Night Tour

From¥16,880
3 hours
Tokyo, Japan

About this activity

Join a guided bar hopping tour in Shinjuku's Golden Gai district, featuring unlimited drinks, a traditional dinner, and visits to hidden local bars, offering an authentic Tokyo nightlife experience.

Highlights

  • Explore Shinjuku's Golden Gai nightlife
  • Enjoy unlimited drinks at cozy bars
  • Savor authentic Japanese dinner
  • Discover hidden local bars with a guide
  • Experience Tokyo's vibrant night scene

Full description

Dive into Tokyo's vibrant nightlife with our Shinjuku Bar Hopping Night Tour. Led by a knowledgeable guide, you'll explore the iconic Golden Gai district, renowned for its narrow alleys and unique bars. Enjoy unlimited drinks and a traditional Japanese dinner as you visit hidden local spots, each with its own charm. This tour offers an authentic and unforgettable evening in one of Tokyo's most exciting neighborhoods.

Included / Excluded

  • All-you-can-drink beverages
  • Traditional Japanese dinner
  • Guided tour of hidden bars in Shinjuku's Golden Gai district
  • Transportation to and from the meeting point

Itinerary

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Pass by: We will right in front of the Black pillar (Next to Uniqlo Shinjuku Nishiguchi shop)

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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1st Stop: Izakaya in Omoide Yokocho Shinjuku Nishiguchi Shopping Street is a shopping street located in Nishi-Shinjuku 1-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo. It is also known as “Memories Yokocho,” “Yakitori Yokocho,” or “Pissing Alley,” as well as the former common name “Pissing Alley. It used to be lined with about 300 stores.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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2nd Stop: All-you-can-drink izakaya in Kabukicho

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Godzilla head In 2015, the Shinjuku Toho Building was established as a complex of cinemas, restaurants, hotels, etc. on the site of the former Shinjuku Koma Theater and Shinjuku Toho Kaikan, The Shinjuku Toho Building was established in 2015 on the site of the former Shinjuku Koma Theater and Shinjuku Toho Kaikan. The life-size Godzilla head installed on the building's 8th floor terrace is a landmark of the city, The life-size Godzilla head on the terrace on the 8th floor of the building is a landmark of the city, welcoming visitors to Kabukicho. A sacred place for Godzilla fans

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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3rd Stop: Your bar in Golden Gai

Duration: 40 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour is conducted in English; proficiency is recommended.
  • Meeting point details will be provided upon booking confirmation.
  • Please inform the guide of any dietary restrictions or preferences in advance.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking through narrow alleys.
  • Bring a valid ID for age verification if required.
  • Be prepared for a lively and bustling nightlife environment.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Anyone over 20 years old can join this tour.
  • The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.

Traveler reviews

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Shinjuku nightlife

Kaz was sweet and polite and helped us feel safe and comfortable while exploring these famous nightlife areas

kylaw734Jul 5, 2026TRIPADVISOR

The tour

Ramesh was an AMAZING guide who taught the history of the different areas very well AND provided amazing conversation. Overall, an amazing experience for our first time in Japan

668angelooJul 5, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Awesome experience

Awesome experience. Ramesh was very knowledgeble and friendly. Highly recommended.

renbB7328HMJul 5, 2026TRIPADVISOR

The experience was absolutely outstanding

The experience was a five out of five

jorge pJul 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR

The bar crawl tour with...

The bar crawl tour with Yohei was a great experience. He gave us the history of each location we went to and recommended the best food at each spot! Very enthusiastic and amazing guide! Great experience!

Colin_MJul 3, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

Children must be accompanied by an adult Anyone over 20 years old can join this tour. The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
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