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Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (3-4 Stops, 14+ Tastings)

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Tokyo, Japan
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3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Enjoy classic Japanese experience at our selected restaurants. Local food & drinks as we journey through Tokyo’s busiest area in Shinjuku.

- 7+ mouth-watering Japanese food tastings, enough for a full dinner meal, served from three selected restaurants.
- Drinks to taste great Izakaya style dinner. You may also choose your drinks (Beer, Sake & other drinks). Non-alcoholic beverages are also available.
- Explore Shinjuku visiting famous must-see spots as well as hidden gems. Enjoy unique views of Tokyo’s neon town, Kabukicho. It requires 1~2km of walking.

Please let us know if you have any food restrictions at least a week before the tour date. We cannot accommodate last minute food requests. Vegetarian and gluten free options are limited.

What's Included

  • Dinner 14+ tastings at 3-4 local izakaya such as grilled skewers, sashimi, local comfort food & more. Eat like a local with our bilingual guide in Tokyo’s after-dark food scene. Menu may vary.
  • Alcoholic beverages Includes 3 drinks of your choice - sake, local beer, soft drinks, and more.
  • Local tips & restaurant recommendations
  • Gratuity (optional)
  • Pre-tour sake tasting at 3:30pm (optional)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Japan
〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3-chōme−25−9 More B.L.D, 1・2F

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End point

Japan
〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 7-chōme−8−10 オークラヤビル

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Nishishinjuku

After meeting the tour group, we will visit 2-3 local izakayas in the area.
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1 hour 55 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kabukicho District

We will walk thourgh Kabukicho, the downtown area of Shinjuku. We will also visit one izakaya that is popular among the locals
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Shinjuku Golden Gai

We will end the tour around golden gai.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Omoide Yokocho

We will walk through this iconic alley of Shinjuku
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please message us if you have any food restrictions at least a week before the tour date. We cannot accommodate last minute food requests. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options are limited.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (3-4 Stops, 14+ Tastings)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (JST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Dinner14+ tastings at 3-4 local izakaya such as grilled skewers, sashimi, local comfort food & more. Eat like a local with our bilingual guide in Tokyo’s after-dark food scene. Menu may vary.
  • Alcoholic beveragesIncludes 3 drinks of your choice - sake, local beer, soft drinks, and more.
  • Local tips & restaurant recommendations
  • Professional Local Tour Guide
  • Guided walking tour of the Shinjuku area
  • Gratuity (optional)
  • Pre-tour sake tasting at 3:30pm (optional)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please message us if you have any food restrictions at least a week before the tour date. We cannot accommodate last minute food requests. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options are limited.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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