Explore Tokyo’s hidden izakayas and taverns with a local guide. Savor authentic dishes, soak in nightlife, and dive into Japanese culture.
Explore Tokyo’s hidden izakayas and taverns with a local guide. Savor authentic dishes, soak in nightlife, and dive into Japanese culture.
- Tokyo Prefecture - The group will gather in Tokyo, the capital of Japan, to learn about its history and how “Edo” transformed into “Tokyo.”
- Ueno - At the first restaurant stop, two dishes will be served, providing an introduction to Japanese cuisine.
- Okachimachi Ekimae Street - Information about the dishes and the local drinking culture…
- Tokyo Prefecture - The group will gather in Tokyo, the capital of Japan, to learn about its history and how “Edo” transformed into “Tokyo.”
- Ueno - At the first restaurant stop, two dishes will be served, providing an introduction to Japanese cuisine.
- Okachimachi Ekimae Street - Information about the dishes and the local drinking culture at izakayas in the Okachimachi area will be shared.
- Ueno District - Visits to a selection of unique taverns will offer the opportunity to sample various Japanese drinks and dishes. Detailed explanations will be provided for everything ordered, and questions about the food, drinks, and menus are encouraged.
- Taito Station Ueno Ameya Yokocho - The tour will pass through Ameya Yokocho on the way to the next Japanese-style restaurants.
- Ueno - After visiting several locations, the evening will conclude with a stop at a ramen shop.
- All walking and local navigation between venues
- Printed field-notes handout “Six Things Western Professionals Miss About Japanese Corporate Culture”
- 4 drinks — Japanese sake, craft beer, local shochu (non-alcoholic pairings available)
- 4 dishes — yakitori, seasonal izakaya plates, and a signature Shimbashi bite
- Licensed National Guide-Interpreter (licensed by the Japan Tourism Agency)
- All walking and local navigation between venues
- Printed field-notes handout “Six Things Western Professionals Miss About Japanese Corporate Culture”
- 4 drinks — Japanese sake, craft beer, local shochu (non-alcoholic pairings available)
- 4 dishes — yakitori, seasonal izakaya plates, and a signature Shimbashi bite
- Licensed National Guide-Interpreter (licensed by the Japan Tourism Agency)
- Additional drinks beyond the included 4 (¥600–¥900 each if you’d like more)
- Transportation to Shimbashi Station and from there at the end
- Gratuity — not customary in Japan, please do not feel obligated
- Additional drinks beyond the included 4 (¥600–¥900 each if you’d like more)
- Transportation to Shimbashi Station and from there at the end
- Gratuity — not customary in Japan, please do not feel obligated
Most travelers dine where other tourists do. This tour offers a unique experience.
Join an evening bar crawl through the hidden alleys of Ueno and Ameyoko — Tokyo’s most genuine drinking district, originating from postwar black markets. While tour groups flock to Shibuya and Shinjuku, participants will stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Japanese salarymen…
Most travelers dine where other tourists do. This tour offers a unique experience.
Join an evening bar crawl through the hidden alleys of Ueno and Ameyoko — Tokyo’s most genuine drinking district, originating from postwar black markets. While tour groups flock to Shibuya and Shinjuku, participants will stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Japanese salarymen at counters without English signs and without tourist prices.
Five secret izakayas. Four drinks included. One rule: a roll of the dice determines the next dish.
- Maximum 6 guests — designed for intimacy
- Each stop is a local favorite, not a tourist trap
- The dice game is genuine: high roll gets yakitori, low roll gets a surprise
- Concludes near Okachimachi Station
Included: 4 drinks · 5 izakaya stops · English-speaking guide
- Non-alcoholic drinks welcome for everyone — no one gets left out! (Alcoholic beverages served to guests aged 20+)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.