Tokyo Shinjuku Food & Backstreet Culture Tour with 15 Dishes and 3 Drinks
by Fuji Tour
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This three-hour walking tour takes place in Shinjuku, Tokyo, focusing on food and backstreet culture. The tour is led by a local guide from Kabukicho and includes a maximum of 10 participants. It begins with a photo stop at the giant 3D cat billboard, known for its moving and meowing display. The group then spends about fifty minutes in Omoide Yokocho, a narrow alley lined with small bars and eateries serving traditional Japanese dishes and drinks. Afterward, the tour moves to Godzilla Road to see the large Godzilla Head statue. The main portion of the tour explores Kabukicho, Tokyo’s entertainment district, where the guide, a former local worker, shares insider stories and offers tastings of a few local foods over approximately one hour and forty minutes. The final area visited is Shinjuku Golden Gai, famous for its narrow alleys with over 200 small bars and preserved post-war architecture. The tour ends in front of Shinjuku Station. Participants sample more than 15 selected Japanese dishes, which may vary by season, and receive three drinks, either alcoholic or non-alcoholic. The guide provides explanations about Japanese eating and drinking customs, etiquette, cultural points, and historical background. Photos taken during the tour are included. Additional food and drinks can be purchased on site if desired. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and participants under 20 years old receive soft drinks instead of alcohol due to legal restrictions. Some locations on the route are not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Allergy-free meals or dietary accommodations cannot be guaranteed since food is prepared externally, but the guide will attempt to offer alternatives where possible. Communication on the day is managed via WhatsApp. Single travelers may receive a different number of dishes than other participants. Gratuities and personal purchases are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Giant 3d Cat Display Billboard
Stop for about five minutes to photograph the large 3D cat billboard that moves and meows, attracting attention worldwide.
5 min
Omoide Yokocho
Spend around 50 minutes in this nostalgic alley in Shinjuku filled with small bars and eateries serving traditional Japanese food and drinks, reflecting the atmosphere of old Tokyo.
50 min
Godzilla Road & Head
Visit the well-known Godzilla Head statue in Shinjuku for about five minutes, a symbol representing the lively and playful spirit of Tokyo.
5 min
Kabukicho
Explore Tokyo’s most famous entertainment district for approximately 100 minutes. The guide, a former local worker, shares insider stories and provides a behind-the-scenes look. Along the way, participants sample several local foods.
100 min
Shinjuku Golden Gai
Visit this historic nightlife area famous for its narrow alleys lined with over 200 tiny bars. The district preserves post-war architecture, offering a glimpse of Tokyo’s past.
Tour End at Shinjuku Station
The tour finishes in front of Shinjuku Station, where participants can continue independently.
Meeting point
The guide will be waiting near the crosswalk in front of GUCCI and Mizuho Bank. They’ll be holding a tour sign. Please check your WhatsApp messages in advance, as we’ll send you a message before the tour.
End point
We will explain which stations you need to go to depending on your destination. If you wish to remain at the last bar, you will be dispersed at the bar.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Tokyo Shinjuku Food & Backstreet Culture Tour with 15 Dishes and 3 Drinks
by Fuji Tour
Choose from 2 available options
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.$194Overview
This three-hour walking tour takes place in Shinjuku, Tokyo, focusing on food and backstreet culture. The tour is led by a local guide from Kabukicho and includes a maximum of 10 participants. It begins with a photo stop at the giant 3D cat billboard, known for its moving and meowing display. The group then spends about fifty minutes in Omoide Yokocho, a narrow alley lined with small bars and eateries serving traditional Japanese dishes and drinks. Afterward, the tour moves to Godzilla Road to see the large Godzilla Head statue. The main portion of the tour explores Kabukicho, Tokyo’s entertainment district, where the guide, a former local worker, shares insider stories and offers tastings of a few local foods over approximately one hour and forty minutes. The final area visited is Shinjuku Golden Gai, famous for its narrow alleys with over 200 small bars and preserved post-war architecture. The tour ends in front of Shinjuku Station. Participants sample more than 15 selected Japanese dishes, which may vary by season, and receive three drinks, either alcoholic or non-alcoholic. The guide provides explanations about Japanese eating and drinking customs, etiquette, cultural points, and historical background. Photos taken during the tour are included. Additional food and drinks can be purchased on site if desired. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and participants under 20 years old receive soft drinks instead of alcohol due to legal restrictions. Some locations on the route are not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Allergy-free meals or dietary accommodations cannot be guaranteed since food is prepared externally, but the guide will attempt to offer alternatives where possible. Communication on the day is managed via WhatsApp. Single travelers may receive a different number of dishes than other participants. Gratuities and personal purchases are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Giant 3d Cat Display Billboard
Stop for about five minutes to photograph the large 3D cat billboard that moves and meows, attracting attention worldwide.
5 min
Omoide Yokocho
Spend around 50 minutes in this nostalgic alley in Shinjuku filled with small bars and eateries serving traditional Japanese food and drinks, reflecting the atmosphere of old Tokyo.
50 min
Godzilla Road & Head
Visit the well-known Godzilla Head statue in Shinjuku for about five minutes, a symbol representing the lively and playful spirit of Tokyo.
5 min
Kabukicho
Explore Tokyo’s most famous entertainment district for approximately 100 minutes. The guide, a former local worker, shares insider stories and provides a behind-the-scenes look. Along the way, participants sample several local foods.
100 min
Shinjuku Golden Gai
Visit this historic nightlife area famous for its narrow alleys lined with over 200 tiny bars. The district preserves post-war architecture, offering a glimpse of Tokyo’s past.
Tour End at Shinjuku Station
The tour finishes in front of Shinjuku Station, where participants can continue independently.
Meeting point
The guide will be waiting near the crosswalk in front of GUCCI and Mizuho Bank. They’ll be holding a tour sign. Please check your WhatsApp messages in advance, as we’ll send you a message before the tour.
End point
We will explain which stations you need to go to depending on your destination. If you wish to remain at the last bar, you will be dispersed at the bar.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.