Japan · Dining Experience

Shinjuku Golden Gai Food Tour

3 Hours Round trip from Shinjuku City Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Shinjuku and the iconic Golden Gai at night
02 Visit 4 food stops featuring local and seasonal dishes
03 Try favorites such as yakitori, ramen, and sushi
04 Enjoy two drinks included during the tour
05 Discover one of Japan’s most famous entertainment areas
06 Walk through Golden Gai’s dense network of tiny bars and izakaya
07 Led by a knowledgeable local English-speaking guide
08 See Hanazono Shrine along the way

Experience the energy of Tokyo after dark on a food-focused walk through Shinjuku and the famous Golden Gai district. Explore one of Japan’s most iconic entertainment areas with a knowledgeable local English-speaking guide as you discover the atmosphere of tiny bars, izakaya, and lively backstreets.

Along the way, enjoy local and seasonal dishes across 4 food stops, with favorites such as yakitori, ramen, and sushi, plus two drinks included. From the character-filled lanes of Golden Gai to stops like Hanazono Shrine, this tour offers a memorable taste of Tokyo nightlife and local culture.

Experience the energy of Tokyo after dark on a food-focused walk through Shinjuku and the famous Golden Gai district.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Tokyo

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Let's meet there and to start! Share delicious memories with a knowledgeable, local and English speaking guide

Day 02

Discover a very authentic feeling of Japan as you dine with locals, and learn about one of Japan’s most famous entertainment areas.

Day 03

Try different local and seasonal dishes at 4 different food stops (yakitori, ramen, sushi...)

Day 04

Robot restaurant

Day 05

As we wander in Shinjuku’s Golden Gai neighborhood you can explore an area known for being Tokyo’s most popular spot for unique izakaya, tiny bars, and pub-nightlife. Golden Gai venues are so densely packed you can almost be in two places at once (one foot in each). Golden Gai is filled with over 200 small pubs, stalls, and karaoke bars. Most are only big enough for five to seven people. Boasting the most densely populated nightlife area in the world, Golden Gai will be a glimpse of Tokyo you will never forget.

Day 06

Hanazono Shrine

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Shinjuku City 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Local Guide
Two drinks included
4 Food Stops

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drink, unless specified
Transportation costs

Know before you go

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Adults 20 years old and above only
Karaoke After Party available
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Changes to tours and spots we visit may occur due to schedules of restaurants, public holidays, weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances. Applicable substitutions will be made in this case.
Dietary Restrictions Flexibility: Pescetarian and Vegetarian friendly
Not suitable for pets
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
• Minimum drinking age is 20 years of age • Please be there 10-15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. There is a strict policy about starting tours at the scheduled time. If you are not able to arrive at the meeting point by the departure time, the tour will start regardless and no refund will be provided. No accommodations will be made for meeting up in any of the food stops once you've missed the start of the tour.