15 Best Bar Hopping Tours in Shinjuku

Shinjuku’s bars come stacked, five or six to a building, many with no sign at street level, which is exactly why a guide helps. All-you-can-drink deals are common, so pace yourself. The last trains leave around midnight, and a taxi home after that gets expensive.

1.Tokyo Bar Hopping Night Tour in Shinjuku

Discover the vibrant nightlife of Tokyo's Shinjuku district on our thrilling bar hopping tour. Experience the best bars and hidden gems in just one unforgettable night!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“This tour with Megumi was an excellent way to see some of Shinjuku and trying some delicious food. Meg was a great guide and so easy going which made the tour even more enjoyable. The food portions were very generous, so go hungry!”

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2.Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Bar and Izakaya Guided Walking Tour

Discover the hidden gems of Tokyo's Shinjuku district on a guided walking tour. Unveil the secrets of local bars and izakayas in this captivating adventure.

★ 4.9

“Had a blast! great fun for my 1at night in Tokyo and. As a solo traveller I felt welcomed and included. The group size was not too big so I could really get to know everyone. Our guide was fun and informative.”

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3.3-Hours Tokyo Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl in Shinjuku Area

Discover the ultimate Tokyo bar crawl in the vibrant Shinjuku area. Unleash your inner explorer and embark on a 3-hour local izakaya adventure. Click now!

★ 5.0

“Yoshi crafted an excellent evening sampling a local experience in an Izakaya pub, sake samples and karaoke bar . This is a perfect tour whether solo or in a group as you become fast friends with your group exploring the night scene in Shinjuku”

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5.Tokyo: Shinjuku Bar Hopping with All-You-Can-Drink & Dinner

Experience Tokyo like a local with a guided bar hop through Shinjuku’s hidden backstreets, featuring all-you-can-drink, delicious street foods, and authentic izakaya nights.

★ 4.9

“We had a great time on our izakaya tour. Kuwa was a fantastic guide, and he gave us great recommendations to enjoy the rest of our trip. The drinks were tasty, and the food options were delicious. Highly recommend the experience”

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6.Kabukicho Izakaya Food Tour and Golden Gai Experience in Shinjuku

Discover the hidden gems of Shinjuku's Kabukicho and immerse yourself in the vibrant Izakaya food scene. Join us for an unforgettable Golden Gai experience!

★ 5.0

“Absolutely outstanding! Jacob was our guide, was patient in us getting to our meeting point! Perfect conversation and knowledge of the city and history as well as modern cultures! We learned so much and had an amazing time!!”

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7.Shinjuku Izakaya and Golden Gai Bar Hopping Tour

Discover the hidden gems of Shinjuku! Dive into the vibrant nightlife of Tokyo with our Izakaya and Golden Gai Bar Hopping Tour. Unforgettable experiences await!

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful night walking, eating and drinking in Kabukicho and Golden Gai. Our leader Kiyo was both knowledgeable and entertaining. Food was good and we all had too much to drink.”

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9.Shinjuku: Golden Gai Food Tour

Discover Tokyo's vibrant nightlife on this Golden Gai food tour featuring local eats, hidden bars, and lively stories—perfect for first-time visitors and food lovers.

★ 4.6

“We had a wonderful experience. Our guide, Ray, was very familiar with Japanese food culture as well as the intricacies of Japanese etiquette at the dining table. His lively and energetic personality made this a more enjoyable tour.”

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11.Tokyo: Shinjuku Izakaya & Bar Hopping Food Tour

Captivate your senses on an immersive journey through Shinjuku's vibrant nightlife, where traditional Japanese drinks and delectable cuisine await to enchant your palate.

★ 5.0

“Sato san was friendly, knowledgeable and incredibly helpful. It was a well planned tour, learning about the areas and lots of fun. All the venues were great and tucked away gems filled with locals.”

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12.Private Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl

Discover the hidden gems of Shinjuku's nightlife on a private walking tour. Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Golden-Gai's bars. Join us for an unforgettable adventure!

★ 5.0

“Best nightlife tour of Shinjuku and Golden-Gai ever! Celeste knows bars only a local could find. If you want a taste of Shinjuku nightlife this is the tour for you. Not to mention she was an absolute delight and very knowledgeable! Would do this tour…”

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14.Shinjuku: Private Bar Hopping

Discover Tokyo's nightlife on a private bar-hopping tour in Shinjuku. Enjoy hidden spots, learn Japanese phrases, and end with fun karaoke—perfect for curious travelers.

★ 5.0

“Yohei was such an amazing tour guide! He took us to very fun and niche restaurants and bars, and he catered to all of our various interests. He was extremely friendly, warm, and inviting. He even studied the specific history of the neighborhRead more”

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