Shinjuku Golden Gai Food Tour in Tokyo
by Arigato Japan Food Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$434Overview
This 3-hour walking food tour takes you through Tokyo’s Shinjuku district, focusing on the Golden Gai area known for its small bars and nightlife. The tour starts with a meeting at a designated spot where you meet an English-speaking local guide. You then visit Omoide Yokocho, a historic entertainment alley where you can observe local dining culture. Next, you explore Kabukicho and Golden Gai, a neighborhood with over 200 tiny bars and pubs packed closely together, many seating only five to seven people. This area is Tokyo’s densest nightlife zone, offering a unique atmosphere. Along the way, you stop at four different places to taste local and seasonal dishes such as yakitori, ramen, and sushi. The tour also includes a visit to Hanazono Shrine. The tour concludes at Araku Bar in Golden Gai. The price includes four food stops, two drinks, and a local guide. Gratuities, hotel transfers, extra food or drinks beyond those specified, and transportation costs are not included. The guide can accommodate pescetarian and vegetarian diets. The schedule and stops may change due to restaurant availability, holidays, or weather. Karaoke after party options are available. Only participants aged 20 and older can join.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Group meets at a designated location to start the tour with a local, English-speaking guide who shares insights throughout.
5 min
Omoide Yokocho
Visit this historic alley known for its authentic Japanese dining atmosphere and learn about its role as a famous entertainment district.
5 min
Kabukicho
Walk through Kabukicho and Golden Gai, Tokyo’s densest nightlife area with over 200 small pubs and bars, many fitting only five to seven people.
30 min
Four Food Stops
Taste different local and seasonal dishes including yakitori, ramen, and sushi at four selected locations along the route.
Hanazono Shrine
Stop at Hanazono Shrine, a notable spiritual site in the Shinjuku area.
Shinjuku Golden Gai
The tour ends at Araku Bar located in Golden Gai, a well-known nightlife spot in Shinjuku.
5 min
Meeting point
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.
End point
End Point: Golden Gai Area
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Shinjuku Golden Gai Food Tour in Tokyo
by Arigato Japan Food Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$434Overview
This 3-hour walking food tour takes you through Tokyo’s Shinjuku district, focusing on the Golden Gai area known for its small bars and nightlife. The tour starts with a meeting at a designated spot where you meet an English-speaking local guide. You then visit Omoide Yokocho, a historic entertainment alley where you can observe local dining culture. Next, you explore Kabukicho and Golden Gai, a neighborhood with over 200 tiny bars and pubs packed closely together, many seating only five to seven people. This area is Tokyo’s densest nightlife zone, offering a unique atmosphere. Along the way, you stop at four different places to taste local and seasonal dishes such as yakitori, ramen, and sushi. The tour also includes a visit to Hanazono Shrine. The tour concludes at Araku Bar in Golden Gai. The price includes four food stops, two drinks, and a local guide. Gratuities, hotel transfers, extra food or drinks beyond those specified, and transportation costs are not included. The guide can accommodate pescetarian and vegetarian diets. The schedule and stops may change due to restaurant availability, holidays, or weather. Karaoke after party options are available. Only participants aged 20 and older can join.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Group meets at a designated location to start the tour with a local, English-speaking guide who shares insights throughout.
5 min
Omoide Yokocho
Visit this historic alley known for its authentic Japanese dining atmosphere and learn about its role as a famous entertainment district.
5 min
Kabukicho
Walk through Kabukicho and Golden Gai, Tokyo’s densest nightlife area with over 200 small pubs and bars, many fitting only five to seven people.
30 min
Four Food Stops
Taste different local and seasonal dishes including yakitori, ramen, and sushi at four selected locations along the route.
Hanazono Shrine
Stop at Hanazono Shrine, a notable spiritual site in the Shinjuku area.
Shinjuku Golden Gai
The tour ends at Araku Bar located in Golden Gai, a well-known nightlife spot in Shinjuku.
5 min
Meeting point
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.
End point
End Point: Golden Gai Area
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.