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Experience Tokyo Like a Local — Not Just a Tourist
Welcome to the real Tokyo — the one locals live, love, and want to show you.
This isn’t a textbook tour. It’s a walk through Shinjuku led by a Tokyo native who grew up in these streets and knows every hidden gem, weird alley, and local favorite.
What Makes This Tour Special:
・Off the beaten path — but still right in the heart of the city
Starting with a giant 3D cat, we’ll explore chaotic discount stores, retro bar alleys, rooftop monsters, and a brand-new skyscraper that locals are still buzzing about.
・More like hanging out with a local friend than a formal tour
Expect stories, jokes, neighborhood gossip, and lots of “Most people miss this, but check it out!” moments.
・Casual, fun, and full of surprises
This is a chill 90-minute stroll, not a race. We stop for photos, chat about food, pop culture, and Tokyo’s quirky contrasts — from postwar yakitori stalls to luxury towers.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The guide is the man holding a blue A4-sized board.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
Shinjuku East Exit Cat The tour begins with Tokyo’s most futuristic cat — a giant 3D feline sitting above the city.
Admission ticket free -
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Don Quijote Shinjuku Kabukicho Store Step into Japan’s loudest and most chaotic discount store. From floor to ceiling, it’s packed with snacks, souvenirs, and surprises. You’ll laugh, shop, and maybe get a little lost!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Shinjuku Golden Gai Walk through narrow alleys lined with over 200 tiny bars. Writers and rebels once shared dreams and drinks here. By daylight, you’ll see the nostalgic heart of Tokyo nightlife.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Godzilla Head Look up — Godzilla is watching you from the rooftop! He roars every hour, and yes, maybe you’ll hear it.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Tokyu Kabukicho Tower From neon chaos to sleek luxury — Shinjuku’s newest landmark rises from the heart of Kabukicho. Let’s step inside and take a peek at this ultra-modern tower.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Omoide Yokocho End the tour in a smoky maze of yakitori stalls and post-war atmosphere. You’ll definitely want to come back here at night — maybe every night.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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