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Tokyo Nightlife Tour: Sushi, Yakitori, and Ramen
4.8
246 Ratings
Shinjuku City
Embark on a Tokyo Kabukicho Food Tour and indulge in a culinary adventure through the bustling streets of Tokyo. Experience the flavors of sushi, yakitori, and ramen, while immersing yourself in the vibrant nightlife of Golden Gai.
Embark on a Tokyo Kabukicho Food Tour and indulge in a culinary adventure through the bustling streets of Tokyo. Experience the flavors of sushi, yakitori, and ramen, while immersing yourself in the vibrant nightlife of Golden Gai.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Tajimaya Coffee - Let’s meet there and to start! Share delicious memories with a knowledgeable, local and English speaking guide
- Omoide Yokocho - Discover a very authentic feeling of Japan as you dine with locals, and learn about one of Japan’s most famous entertainment areas.
- Kabukicho - As we wander in Shinjuku’s Golden Gai…
- Tajimaya Coffee - Let’s meet there and to start! Share delicious memories with a knowledgeable, local and English speaking guide
- Omoide Yokocho - Discover a very authentic feeling of Japan as you dine with locals, and learn about one of Japan’s most famous entertainment areas.
- Kabukicho - As we wander in Shinjuku’s Golden Gai neighborhood you can explore an area known for being Tokyo’s most popular spot for unique izakaya, tiny bars, and pub-nightlife. Golden Gai venues are so densely packed you can almost be in two places at once (one foot in each). Golden Gai is filled with over 200 small pubs, stalls, and karaoke bars. Most are only big enough for five to seven people. Boasting the most densely populated nightlife area in the world, Golden Gai will be a glimpse of Tokyo you will never forget.
- 第1モナミビル - Try different local and seasonal dishes at 4 different food stops (yakitori, ramen, sushi…)
- Hanazono Shrine - Hanazono Shrine
- Shinjuku Golden Gai - Ending Point - Araku Bar (Golden Gai)
What's Included
- 4 Food Stops
- Two drinks included
- Local Guide
- 4 Food Stops
- Two drinks included
- Local Guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drink, unless specified
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drink, unless specified
- Transportation costs
Additional Information
Embark on an exciting adventure through Tokyo’s nightlife, exploring Shinjuku and the renowned Golden Gai. Stroll through alleys illuminated by neon lights, breathe in the smoky scent of grilling skewers, and enjoy the vibrant sounds of conversation and laughter. Enter intimate, softly-lit bars adorned with 1950s retro decor, where each sip of sake…
Embark on an exciting adventure through Tokyo’s nightlife, exploring Shinjuku and the renowned Golden Gai. Stroll through alleys illuminated by neon lights, breathe in the smoky scent of grilling skewers, and enjoy the vibrant sounds of conversation and laughter. Enter intimate, softly-lit bars adorned with 1950s retro decor, where each sip of sake provides a comforting warmth. Delight in the crispy, succulent yakitori and the rich umami flavors of local cuisine, as the district’s energy beautifully blends Japan’s past and present.
- Adults 20 years old and above only
- Karaoke After Party available
- Changes to tours and spots we visit may occur due to schedules of restaurants, public holidays, weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances. Applicable substitutions will be made in this case.
- Dietary Restrictions Flexibility: Pescetarian and Vegetarian friendly
Location
新宿水産ビル
Meet up point:
Meet in front of the KISSATEN Tajimaya Coffee House
Address:
1 Chome-2-6 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023
Directions:
Follow signs for the West Gate to exit Shinjuku Station, then exit via B15.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(246 Ratings)
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Glennls5223pk
Apr 2, 2026
Everything I was looking for in a tour - My friend and I wanted to see everything Shinjuku had to offer, and we were really excited to get a first look at the yokocho with a tour group. At first blush, we were a little disappointed when it turned out we were the only ones attending this tour, but that quickly turned into laughter and fun when we met our tour guide Adele. She was funny, charming, and extremely knowledgeable about the area having lived in Japan for 10 years. I wish I had a few more days to walk and chat with her about her experience, her perspectives on Japanese life and culture as someone originally from the west were fascinating. She took us to some places that I ended up revisiting later in my trip just to get another taste. Ultimately, with the exception of one or "Tour Guide" moments, the entire experience felt like catching up with an old friend. As someone who is a little shy at first, hanging out with Adele was some of the best quality socializing I had during my entire stay in Japan. So personally, I really appreciated that, it was one of the goals for my trip, to talk with locals as much as I was able. I think I'll come visit Japan again, and I'll definitely book another!
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J9714uvlaurab
Mar 20, 2026
A great start to Tokyo - A fantastic intro to Tokyo! Walked around to see some area highlights, and stopped in places we wouldn’t have on our own to try different bites. The ramen was my favorite!
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138kimc
Mar 19, 2026
Best experience in Tokyo! - This experience was one of the highlights of our trip in Tokyo! Alex was an amazing guide and was very informative. Aside from all the great food we got to try, we got to see and experience the bustling area of Shinjuku Golden Gai and learned a lot about the history and culture of this vibrant area of Tokyo. Highly recommend and make sure you request Alex as your guide!
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Melissalq5752co
Dec 29, 2025
Food tour with Yoshi was 10 out of 10 - YOSHI!!! Yoshi was our tour guide, and he was absolutely the best—highly recommend! His knowledge, enthusiasm, and storytelling made the tour both informative and fun. The history and fun facts he shared helped us truly understand the city, its people, and how everything connects. The tout took us to parts of the city we never would have discovered on our own. Thank you, Yoshi, for such a memorable and enriching experience—we learned so much and enjoyed every moment.
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Susanz677
Dec 18, 2025
Shinjuku/Golden Gai was a great way to wrap up our visit to Japan. - Fun! Wesley was a great guide and took great photos for us. Delicious hidden gems! Very knowledgeable of the neighborhoods. Enjoy!
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Elizabethjf7968an
Dec 2, 2025
Excellent guide and tour! - Food tours are one of the favorite experiences when visiting a new country and our tour with Alex was excellent. I took 3 of my kids and we all loved it, including one picky eater. It was my daighter’s 13th birthday and Alex even surprised us at one restaurant with singing from the lively staff with singing and a dessert. Can’t say enough about how great this tour was!
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Thefoodnibbler
Nov 19, 2025
A must-go! - We did the Golden Gai Shinjuku Food tour and we absolutely loved it!! Highly recommend it to everyone. Great (and loads) of food and good drinks, you get to discover new areas, and you learn a lot about the area :)
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L3326lojuanr
Nov 17, 2025
Wild time sightseeing in the Gold Gai! - Had a wonderful time on my first all-too-short trip to Japan and took two of Arigato’s food tours while in Tokyo. On my first night in Shinjuku, I met up with our guide Glenda and another couple at the Tajimaya Coffee House. We started our tour by learning about the history of the area, beginning with nearby “Memory Lane” alley. The number of tiny bars & izakayas crammed in such a small area was amazing and it was quite the experience to walk through some of them. You should read the many posted signs (“You can eat Bear!”???) & look into the range of themed bars, even if you don’t go inside! We started with several food stops for a range of tasty traditional izakaya food, such as skewers, veggies, grilled seafood, sashimi & drinks, then we wrapped up the food with ramen (you can order half noodles if you’re too full) and were quite stuffed when we were done! By this time, Shinjuku crowds were growing fast & neon signs were lit up everywhere. Beware the crowds! (Glenda kept track of us though so we wouldn’t get separated.) Our tour ran long (happily so) and we finished with drinks at Bar Araku, where we got to experience one of the many small, local & friendly upstairs bars. Glenda warned us ahead of time, but it was still hard not to overindulge…you’ll definitely want to pace yourselves! And thankfully she also helped get us back to the nearby train station before saying goodbye.
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Welovetravel0
Nov 16, 2025
Quality tour - We tried three great restaurants and were very full by the end! We explored the neighborhood and got great background information. Our tour guide Daniel was great, and he also gave us tips for where to do Karaoke.
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Emmalu3291al
Nov 12, 2025
Tour I would recommend - Tour was great we tried lots of different unique Japanese food at lots of different local venues. Melody our tour guide was amazing. She was knowledgeable and communicated so well. Melody made us feel very welcome and comfortable. It was a great night.
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