what makes this tour unique?

• 🌆 3 Hidden Bars: From retro izakayas to modern standing bars and quirky themed spots, each location is handpicked for authenticity and vibe.

• 🍶 Welcome Drink at Each Bar: Try sake, Japanese whisky, umeshu, or a classic highball—your choice at each stop!

• 🍢 Local Bites: Enjoy bar snacks like yakitori, karaage, and izakaya favorites to pair with your drinks.

• 💬 Local Guide: English-speaking, friendly, and fun! They’ll explain the drinks, food, and bar culture along the way.

• 👘 Cultural Tips & Hidden Gems: Learn bar etiquette, local customs, and get secret recommendations for after the tour.

“Drink Like a Local in Tokyo’s Wildest Nightlife District”

Ready to explore the electric nightlife of Shinjuku, Tokyo’s most vibrant entertainment hub? Join our Bar Hopping Tour and experience hidden izakayas, quirky local bars, and unforgettable drinks—all guided by a local expert who knows every corner of this neon jungle.

This tour is perfect for solo travelers, couples, or small groups who want to meet people, taste unique Japanese drinks, and dive into real local culture.

Schedule

🕖 7:00 PM — Meet at Shinjuku Station

• 📍 Meeting point near the East Exit or Kabukicho Gate

• 👋 Meet your guide and fellow travelers

• 📝 Quick briefing: tour overview, etiquette tips

🕢 7:15 PM – 1st Bar: Cozy Izakaya in Omoide Yokocho (Memory Lane)

• 🍶 Try local sake or a draft beer

• 🍢 Enjoy small plates like yakitori or edamame

• 💬 Guide explains izakaya culture and how locals dine & drink

• 📸 Great spot for retro photos

🕗 Leave around 8:00 PM

🕗 8:10 PM – 2nd Bar: Hidden Standing Bar in Kabukicho Backstreets

• 🍸 Try a Japanese highball or umeshu

• 🍗 Taste some karaage or seasonal dishes

• 🎶 Lively vibe, great for mingling with locals

• 🗣 Learn some casual Japanese drinking phrases

🕣 Leave around 9:00 PM

🕘 9:10 PM – 3rd Bar: Quirky Themed Bar in Golden Gai

• 🥃 Choose from Japanese whisky, cocktails, or even matcha liqueur

• 🎭 Bar themes may include Showa-era, horror, jazz, or anime

• 📸 Take fun, atmospheric photos

• 💬 Wrap-up with Q&A, recommendations for after-hours spots

🕙 Wrap-up around 10:00 PM

• Option to stay longer at the last bar or continue bar-hopping on your own with tips from the guide

🎁 Optional Add-ons:

• 🍜 Late-night ramen stop (guide recommends best nearby shop)

• 📜 Receive a custom “Local’s Nightlife Map” of Shinjuku

                               We look forward to your participation.