Golden Gai is a few minutes' walk from the East Exit of Shinjuku Station, between the Shinjuku City Office and the Hanazono Shrine.[6] Its architectural importance is that it provides a view into the relatively recent past of Tokyo, when large parts of the city resembled present-day Golden Gai, particularly in terms of the extremely narrow lanes and the tiny two-story buildings.Kabukicho is a famous entertainment district best known for adult-oriented nightlife. Small clubs, smoky pubs, and late-night snack bars are crammed into lantern-lit alleys in Golden Gai. Robot Restaurant hosts kitschy sci-fi dinner shows, while rock bands play at Marz and Ashibe Hall.Hanazono Shrine is the most important Shinto shrine in the vicinity of Shinjuku Station. The shrine is located adjacent to the rabbit warren of Golden Gai.Landmark alleyway featuring a selection of food stalls for simple fare & alcoholic drinks.The Don Quijote Kabukicho store is located at the entrance of Kabukicho, the largest entertainment district in Japan, with a concentration of restaurants, Convenience store selling groceries, toys, footwear & other household items.he Godzilla head is a landmark and tourist attraction in Kabukichō, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan. The sculpture is accessible from Hotel Gracery Shinjuku's Godzilla Terrace, on the Shinjuku Toho Building. It depicts Godzilla, occasionally with "glowing eyes and smoky breath"
Japan · Street Food
Shinjuku Food Tour Hidden Gem With Local Guide
The journey
- 01 Discover Shinjuku’s hidden food spots with a local guide
- 02 Walk through Golden Gai, Kabukicho, and the Hanazono Shrine area
- 03 Enjoy local dishes and desserts at 3 to 4 selected restaurants
- 04 Learn about local culture and after-work lifestyle in Tokyo
- 05 See famous Shinjuku landmarks and lively alleyways
- 06 Soft drinks and water included
- 07 Photo package included after the tour
Explore Shinjuku after dark on a food-focused walking tour that blends local culture, lively streets, and hidden corners of one of Tokyo’s most famous districts. Visit atmospheric areas such as Golden Gai, Kabukicho, and the surroundings of Hanazono Shrine while discovering how locals spend their free time after work.
Along the way, enjoy a selection of local dishes, soft drinks, water, and desserts at several handpicked stops. With a local guide leading the way, this experience offers a fun introduction to Shinjuku’s food scene, nightlife atmosphere, and photo-worthy landmarks.
Kabukicho is a famous entertainment district best known for adult-oriented nightlife.
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Trip details
What's Included
- Different Local dishes selected by a master Guide
- 4 Hours culture walking tour around Shinjuku
- Soft drinks & water included
- enjoy some local deserts
- 3 to 4 Restaurants Selected by A Master Guide
- Pictures after the tour
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks(available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop -off
Know before you go
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infant seats unavailable
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Your 4 hours finish where they began, in Shinjuku City.
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