Shinjuku Food Tour: Izakaya & Golden Gai Bar

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Experience Shinjuku nightlife with a licensed guide in a small group (max 5). Enjoy a local izakaya dinner and discover Golden Gai’s hidden bars—without the stress of finding the right spots on your own.

Start the evening with a classic izakaya dinner, where your guide selects popular dishes enjoyed by Tokyo locals after work.

Then explore Shinjuku after dark—walk through the lantern-lit alleys of Omoide Yokocho, experience the neon energy of Kabukicho, and visit the legendary Golden Gai, home to hundreds of tiny bars.

End the tour near the peaceful grounds of Hanazono Shrine—a surprising moment of calm in the heart of the city.

With a small group, enjoy a relaxed pace, authentic local venues, and a more personal, memorable night in Tokyo.

What's Included

Walking tour
One drink at a local bar (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
Guide
Izakaya dinner – multiple dishes selected by your guide
Additional food or drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Transportation to/from the meeting point

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Tajimaya Coffee

Let's meet in front of Tajimaya Coffee (Main Store) near Shinjuku West Exit. It’s a retro building at the entrance of Omoide Yokocho.

End point
Shinjuku Station

The tour ends at Shinjuku Station.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Omoide Yokocho

    Step into post-war Tokyo as we explore this famous alleyway packed with tiny grills and standing bars.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Giant 3d Cat Display Billboard

    A famous 3D cat animation on a curved screen near Shinjuku Station—fun, surprising, and perfect for photos.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Godzilla Road & Head

    Check out the giant Godzilla head in Kabukicho! It's on the 8th-floor terrace of the Hotel Gracery building.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Tokyu Kabukicho Tower

    A modern entertainment tower in Shinjuku with restaurants, bars, a theater, hotel, and nightlife—all in one building.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Shinjuku Golden Gai

    Golden Gai is a historic nightlife area in Shinjuku, famous for its tiny bars, narrow alleys, and retro Showa-era atmosphere.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Hanazono Shrine

    Hanazono Shrine is a peaceful sanctuary in Shinjuku. It's famous for its business luck and the 'Tori-no-Ichi' festival in autumn. Stops and order may vary depending on crowd levels and bar availability.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Izakaya dinner and one bar drink are included. Additional orders are optional and paid directly by guests. Please notify us of food allergies or dietary restrictions at booking.
Supplied by O2 Japan travel

Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Spring Break
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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