Explore Kichijoji’s retro alleys, savor craft beer, and connect with locals on a guided bar hopping tour through Harmonica Yokocho.
Explore Kichijoji’s retro alleys, savor craft beer, and connect with locals on a guided bar hopping tour through Harmonica Yokocho.
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Kichijōji Station - Meet the Samurai and Begin Your Training — Samurai Night in Kichijoji
18:30──
In front of Baskin-Robbins, JR Kichijoji Station North Exit.
A man dressed in an indigo haori appears — a samurai named Sho, a “Modern Samurai” living in today’s world.
What unfolds under his guidance is not just an ordinary bar-hopping night….
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Kichijōji Station - Meet the Samurai and Begin Your Training — Samurai Night in Kichijoji
18:30──
In front of Baskin-Robbins, JR Kichijoji Station North Exit.
A man dressed in an indigo haori appears — a samurai named Sho, a “Modern Samurai” living in today’s world.
What unfolds under his guidance is not just an ordinary bar-hopping night.
It is — “The Night of Samurai Training.”
- Hamonika Yokocho Kichijoji - The First Training: Become One with the Nostalgic Yokocho
The training begins with a kanpai in a retro bar inside Harmonica Yokocho.
This bar warmly welcomes visitors with not only Shogun-class Japanese whisky, but also beer, wine, sake, and every drink you could wish for.
Our seats (4 seats + standing) are reserved, offering the perfect view to take in the atmosphere of the yokocho.
After absorbing the spirit of the alley at the first stop, we shall set off for the next training — the next bar.
- Kichijoji - The Second Training: The Craft Beer Dojo
Welcome to the dojo of fermentation.
In this training, you will pursue the perfect balance of aroma and bitterness while tasting Japanese craft beer on draft.
Here, we learn the virtues of patience and harmony.
- Hamonika Yokocho Kichijoji - The Third Training: Sushi × Your Favorite Sake to Conclude the Journey
The training concludes with the ultimate harmony between sushi and the sake of your choice.
It is a tranquil moment where flavor, tradition, and spirit become one.
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Kichijōji Station - Having completed your training, you have become a Samurai of Tokyo.
With smiles, we pledge “Until our next departure” — and the night comes to an end.
- 1st Stop – Harmonica Yokocho Bar: 1–2 dishes
- 2nd Stop – Craft Beer Bar: 1–4 dishes
- 3rd Stop – Sushi Bar: Sushi set
- 1st Stop – Harmonica Yokocho Bar: 1–2 dishes
- 2nd Stop – Craft Beer Bar: 1–4 dishes
- 3rd Stop – Sushi Bar: Sushi set
- Drinks at each venue (around ¥1,000 per glass; all bars accept credit cards)
- Additional food orders (around ¥1,000 per dish; all bars accept credit cards)
- Drinks at each venue (around ¥1,000 per glass; all bars accept credit cards)
- Additional food orders (around ¥1,000 per dish; all bars accept credit cards)
Welcome to the evening’s training grounds.
Tonight’s focus is “Kichijoji Bar Hopping.”
A modern samurai, Sho, who has been exploring Kichijoji’s bars for many years, will expertly wield “chopsticks” and “sake” in place of a sword, guiding you on a nocturnal training adventure through Kichijoji.
You will visit three secret training spots, carefully chosen…
Welcome to the evening’s training grounds.
Tonight’s focus is “Kichijoji Bar Hopping.”
A modern samurai, Sho, who has been exploring Kichijoji’s bars for many years, will expertly wield “chopsticks” and “sake” in place of a sword, guiding you on a nocturnal training adventure through Kichijoji.
You will visit three secret training spots, carefully chosen by the local samurai—places that are not easily accessible to travelers. Here, you will immerse yourself in the heart of Japan’s nightlife culture and experience the warmth of human connection.
By the end of this journey, through interactions with Tokyo locals and fellow tour participants, a samurai spirit will surely be kindled within you.
Reservations are open until 3:00 PM on the day of the tour! It’s just a 15-minute ride from Shinjuku on the JR Chuo Line, with the tour commencing in Kichijoji at 6:30 PM. It concludes around 9:30 PM, allowing ample time to catch a train back to your hotel in the city center.
- Minimum age: 20 years old (legal drinking age in Japan)
- Walking involved; comfortable shoes recommended
- The exact route may change depending on the day’s crowd and availability (our guide will choose the best spots for you)
- The organizer is not responsible for any health issues, injuries, or loss/damage of personal belongings during the tour. Please take care of yourself to fully enjoy the experience.
- For the comfort of all participants, please refrain from disruptive behavior. If such behavior continues after a warning, the tour may be terminated without refund.
- English guidance will be provided using the latest translation device, ensuring accurate and polite communication. For basic phrases such as ordering at bars, the guide can provide direct assistance in simple English.
- We serve substantial food dishes at every bar we visit. The menu changes daily depending on the chef and seasonal ingredients, so the types and number of dishes may vary from day to day. If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please let us know in advance. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Japanese bar food commonly contains: • animal products • seafood-based broth • alcohol in sauces and seasoning Because of this, we are not able to meet vegetarian, vegan, kosher, or halal requirements.
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.
