Tokyo: Shinjuku Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local foods-
Why this tour
What makes this walk different
Three nightlife districts, one night
Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai each feel like a different city. This tour moves through all three so you get the full range of Shinjuku after dark in one evening.
Drinks and food pairings, fully planned
A drink and local food pairing is included at each of the three stops. No guesswork, no translating menus, just good food and drink chosen by your guide.
Icebreakers built into the route
Self-introductions at the first bar, a favourite-drink chat at the second, and a Japanese drinking-culture quiz at the third. It's a built-in way to connect with your group and your guide.
Meet the guides
Who will show you around
Trip Port guides are locals who love talking about Tokyo. Here is who might show you around.
Founder of Trip Port · Tokyo local · grew up in the US
“What surprises first-timers is how different each stop feels, Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho and Golden Gai are three completely different moods in one night. I like that the route does the explaining instead of me just saying trust me.”
Trip Port guide · Tokyo
“My favourite stop is Omoide Yokocho, tiny yakitori counters seating fewer than ten people, often shoulder to shoulder with locals. Golden Gai's bars are even smaller, barely bigger than a closet, which always gets a reaction.”
Trip Port guide · Tokyo
“I love telling guests that Omoide Yokocho's alleys date back to the postwar black markets, it changes how you see the place. At Golden Gai I run a short Japanese drinking-culture quiz, a fun way to close out the night.”
What's included
Everything in the price
Not included: Additional drinks, food, and items beyond what's included.
The walk
Stop by stop
First drink in Tokyo's most atmospheric alley
We start in Omoide Yokocho, a narrow maze of alleys lined with tiny yakitori counters that date back to the postwar black markets. Your first drink and food pairing comes here, with time for quick introductions around the group before we move on.
Second drink under the neon of Tokyo's biggest entertainment district
We pass through Kabukicho Central Road for a photo stop beneath the neon signage, then settle into a second bar for your next drink and food pairing. Your guide asks what everyone's favourite drink of the night has been so far.
Third drink in a bar barely bigger than a closet
We finish in Golden Gai, where more than 200 tiny bars are packed into six narrow lanes. Over your third drink and final food pairing, your guide runs a short Japanese drinking-culture quiz, a fun way to wrap up the night before heading back.
Photos
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Reviews
What guests say
Highly recommend this tour. Shun quickly became our new Japanese drinking buddy with the insider knowledge of what bars to go to and what snacks to order. Had a great evening exploring bars in the Shinjuku area .
Meeting point
Where we meet
FamilyMart Nishi-Shinjuku 1-chome
- The meeting point is FamilyMart in Nishi-Shinjuku 1-chome, a short walk from Shinjuku Station's west side.
- Look for the FamilyMart storefront near the station.
- Your guide meets you outside holding a sign that says Trip Port, starting at 6:00pm.
The tour ends back near the meeting point after Golden Gai, close to Shinjuku Station.
Itinerary
Minute by minute
- 0:00Meet at FamilyMart Nishi-Shinjuku 1-chomeQuick hello and a plan for the evening
- 0:15Omoide Yokocho, 1st barDrink and food, self-introductions
- 1:00Kabukicho Central RoadPhoto stop beneath the neon signs
- 1:15Kabukicho, 2nd barDrink and food, favourite-drink chat
- 2:00Golden Gai, 3rd barDrink and food, drinking-culture quiz
- 2:45Return to the meeting pointTour ends
Good to know
Before you book
FAQ
Questions guests ask
Is this really a private tour?+
Yes. Only your group and your guide. The 2-15 range is simply the group size we can take in one booking.
I am travelling solo. Can I book?+
Yes. Solo travellers are booked at the 2-person price so the tour can run privately for you.
Can everyone in my group drink alcohol?+
You must be 20 or older to join, Japan's legal drinking age. Non-alcoholic options are available at every stop if you prefer not to drink.
What if it rains?+
The tour runs in light rain. In a typhoon or severe weather we will contact you to reschedule or refund in full.
Can my guide handle dietary restrictions?+
Vegetarian and allergy-friendly swaps are possible at most stops. Tell us at booking so your guide can plan ahead.
Which languages do the guides speak?+
All guides speak English. Some also speak Chinese, Korean, Spanish or French. Ask when booking and we will try to match you.
How is this different from the Shibuya Bar Crawl Tour?+
Same format, different neighbourhood. This tour visits Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai. The Shibuya version visits a food hall, a backstreet izakaya, and a retro candy bar.
Do I need to pay anything on the day?+
No. The 3 drinks and food pairings are prepaid. Bring a little extra cash only if you want more beyond what's included.
Cancellation
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Experience Tokyo’s nightlife across three legendary districts on this private 3-hour bar crawl with a friendly local guide. Enjoy drinks and local food pairings at hidden izakaya in Omoide Yokocho, the neon streets of Kabukicho, and the atmospheric alleys of Golden Gai, with a Japanese drinking-culture quiz along the way. Participants must be 20 or older.
Schedule
- Meet at FamilyMart Nishi-Shinjuku 1-chome
- Omoide Yokocho (1st bar: drink & food, self-introductions)
- Kabukicho Central Road entrance (photo stop)
- Kabukicho (2nd bar: drink & food, favorite-drink chat)
- Golden Gai (3rd bar: drink & food, drinking-culture quiz)
- Return to meeting point for drop-off
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