Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour

Outty Ranking 57 5.0 · 9 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $20000

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57/100

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Is Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour worth booking?

Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour is a 3-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $20000 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
57 / 100
Rating
5/5 (9)
Duration
3 hours
From
$20000 per person

Tour will offer you taking you around Shinjuku area. We are going to visit and see back alleyways and stop at hidden gems to have dinner in Shinjuku, Kabukicho district which is the biggest entertainment city and No.1 re

What you get

  • Stopping at 3 local izakaya or bars with a local guide
  • Photos during the tour (We can share though mobile phones)

About this experience

Tour will offer you taking you around Shinjuku area. We are going to visit and see back alleyways and stop at hidden gems to have dinner in Shinjuku, Kabukicho district which is the biggest entertainment city and No.1 red light district in Japan. A Japanese local guide will help and recommend foods and drinks, and take the stress out of language barriers when making orders in the restaurant.

What's included

Included

  • Stopping at 3 local izakaya or bars with a local guide
  • Photos during the tour (We can share though mobile phones)

What you'll see and do

  1. Omoide Yokocho

    Walking around local hidden area in Shinjuku. We are going to stop a local Japanese restaurant, Izakayaka to get some food and drink

    60 minutes here

  2. Kabukicho

    Walking around No.1 red light district called Kabukicho. We are going to stop at Japanese Izakaya to have extra foods and drinks in Kabukicho.

    60 minutes here

  3. Shinjuku Golden Gai

    It's a local bar area that only locals know. There're many Japanese style old fashioned bars. We are going to stop a bar to see real local Japanese bar space and get some drink.

    60 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Tokyo

At No.D3 exit (Outside) Your guide will be holding a air craft logo sign board "Fantasy Travel"

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

We are going to dismiss in front of JR Shinjuku station.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
ja, en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Group size
Up to 9 travelers per booking
Operated by
Fantasy Travel

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 15 years but over 20 years can drink alcohol
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • In case of customers are late for the tour, a tour guide will wait for customers up to 10 minutes after the tour starting time (until 6:40pm). After that a tour guide will start the tour and customers will not be able to have any refunds for the tour fee.

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Food and drink

6 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

The guide

5 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

3 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Traveler reviews

9 verified traveler reviews for Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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jazzjee · March 2026

Intimate Shinjuku tour highly recommended

Great tour with Masa. It was just my 20 yo son and I. Masa made overwhelming Shinjuku enjoyable. We went to spots that were not super touristy. We got to go to spots in Golden Gai where The bartender made his own whiskey that was fantastic. Masa was knowledgeable , friendly , and engaging. We really enjoyed this tour.

via Tripadvisor

michaelmK7757VC · October 2025

Fun, fantastic tour experience!

iNok was fantastic! Food was great, tour was comprehensive and he was extremely accommodating! Absolute blast! Loved it!

via Tripadvisor

balognahustler · October 2025

iNok is a great tour guide and a friend!

I found iNok through youtube. I loved his food recommendations and his overall vibe, enough for me to book a tour with him. Wow, I wasn't expecting this level of accommodation. We started off with a meal in Omoide Yokocho for some skewers, snacks, and beer. Then toured through Kabukicho, Japan's famous red light district where ended up getting some additional snacks and drinks. We made a quick stop at a shrine for a prayer and then ended the night in a small cozy bar in Golden Gai. Throughout the tour, I got tid bits of trivia and information. Since I was solo, iNok and I had a great conversation. Not only he speaks English, he also speak Spanish! If you want to visit these places but are too intimidated to go, iNok will take care of you. 💯 He started the night as a tour guide and ended up as a friend!

via Tripadvisor

Parulstravels · October 2025

Fantastic Food tour in Shinjuku

Exceptional Tour! I found inok on YouTube and set up the tour with him. He took us through areas of Shinjuku that as a tourist I would never have found. Inok became a friend on the tour! He’s great and I HIGHLY recommend him!

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eliasg2014 · September 2025

Went to all great parts of the city. Izakayas shrines. Red light area. Hidden gems.

Super Great guide. We ended up on an exclusive tour as the only Couple. We had a lot of fun and the guide was very knowledgeable.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
3 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
15+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
3
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 57

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
Review evidence (18% weight)33
Booking momentum (14% weight)23
Value for money (12% weight)0
Listing quality (10% weight)80
Local standing (8% weight)57
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.

How much does Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour cost?

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Prices start at $20000 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour take?

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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.

Is Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 15. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour?

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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Tokyo Shinjuku Japanese Local Bar Hopping and Food Tour start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Tokyo?

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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Tokyo?

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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Tokyo?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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