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Experience 4 classic Japanese food-and-drink pairings across 5 local stops in the heart of Shinjuku.
Bite-sized tastings keep the pace relaxed — enjoyable even if it's your first izakaya experience.
Learn the cultural logic behind each pairing, from why lemon sours complement ramen to how sake enhances sushi.
Walk through iconic Shinjuku landmarks like Omoide Yokocho and Golden Gai with stories behind each spot.
End with a convenience store sweet that locals genuinely love — a surprisingly special finale.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
- 7-8 minute walk from JR Shinjuku station West Exit - Nearest exit from Shinjuku station is D1. - Our guide will be holding a red/orange sign saying "Magical Trip" - Please refrain from sitting around the Black Pillar while waiting for proper etiquette.
The tour ends at the last stop.
Itinerary
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1Omoide Yokocho
Stroll through Omoide Yokocho and soak in the nostalgic atmosphere of narrow alleys, tiny shops, and old Tokyo charm.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Giant 3d Cat Display Billboard (Pass by)
Don't miss the iconic giant 3D cat of Shinjuku East Exit — one of Tokyo's most beloved digital landmarks. Keep your camera ready, though this mysterious feline sets its own schedule and may not always be around to greet you.
Admission ticket free -
Kabukicho Main Gate (Pass by)
Stop at the iconic Kabukicho Gate for a photo op. This grand entrance marks Japan's most famous entertainment district, which transformed from postwar ruins into a vibrant hub of nightlife and pop culture.
Admission ticket free -
Godzilla Head (Pass by)
Look up and spot the legendary Godzilla head looming over Shinjuku — a must-snap moment for fans and first-timers alike.
Admission ticket free -
2Shinjuku Golden Gai
Your guide will bring Golden Gai to life with stories of its postwar roots — a maze of tiny bars and narrow alleyways that has long been a gathering spot for locals, artists, and night owls. Walking through, you'll hear how this hidden corner of Shinjuku has somehow managed to stay exactly the same while the rest of the city transformed around it.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Hanazono Shrine
Visit Hanazono Shrine, a landmark that actually predates Shinjuku itself. Your guide will share the stories behind its long history and explain why it remains a spiritual anchor for the local community.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Pass by Suehirotei, one of Tokyo's oldest surviving rakugo theaters and the origin of the name Suehiro-dori street. This corner of Shinjuku 3-chome has a quieter, more neighborhood feel — a side of Shinjuku where locals have gathered for entertainment and everyday life for generations.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- 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.
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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