An izakaya is a pub that takes its food seriously, and Shinjuku has them by the hundred. The etiquette trips people up: that small dish you didn’t order is the otoshi, part of the cover charge. A guide explains the rules and orders the skewers you wouldn’t have dared try alone.
Explore Tokyo's vibrant nightlife with this guided izakaya tour in Shinjuku, featuring 14+ tastings across 4 unique venues in a small group setting.
Most Popular★ 5.0“Authentic restaurants, new experiences, good sake. Wonderful experience! Out guide Nobu is very knowledgeable, funny and great to hang out with.”
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1,863 reviewsFrom $92.85by Ninja Food Tours
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“Great tour. Very welcoming to us as visitors to Tokyo. Helped us to orientate to the city very easily.”
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1,794 reviews3 hoursFrom $34by Travel Japan Together
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“Tour was amazing! Easy to find, great drinks and easy way to meet new friends. Went to three different places, all were places to drink, first place had food! Ended with the last stop being karaoke which is something my partner and i are not…”
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890 reviewsFrom $39.79by Travel Japan Together Tokyo
Explore Shinjuku’s Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho and Golden Gai with a local guide, bar stops, stories and optional karaoke.
★ 4.9“I enjoy the whole tour and the place, recommended”
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847 reviewsFrom $37.89
Explore Tokyo’s vibrant Shinjuku with a guided izakaya tour offering 14+ dishes, local drinks, and hidden gems—perfect for food lovers and culture seekers alike.
★ 4.9“Chizuru was an amazing guide! Highly recommend this tour!”
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221 reviews3 hoursFrom $129by Ninja Food Tours
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 the best guide, Ryota!! He was very personable and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the variety of food and so many drinks to try. We highly recommend this tour, you won’t be disappointed”
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147 reviewsFrom $99.10
Discover Tokyo’s vibrant nightlife with a guided bar hopping tour through Shinjuku's hidden gems, featuring authentic food, drinks, and local stories.
★ 4.9“Tour guide is really polite and speaks English fluently. Was a really nice evening!!!”
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67 reviews2 hoursFrom $96by Japan Wonder Travel
Discover the lively streets of Shinjuku on this guided bar and izakaya hopping tour, sampling authentic Japanese foods and learning local culture.
★ 4.9“We had a great time. Tokyo can be overwhelming, and taking a guided tour really helped us get past our hesitations, as we want to respect the culture that our guide taught us about.”
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31 reviews3 hoursFrom $25by Travel Japan Together
Discover Tokyo’s hidden nightlife with an immersive 3-hour bar and food tour in Shinjuku, featuring izakaya dining, karaoke, and secret bars.
★ 5.0“It was a fantastic time and the tour guide shared many great interesting facts. Would love to join again and bring more friends with me”
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11 reviewsFrom $129.33by Japan Destinations
Experience a lively Japanese summer festival at Bon Dance IZAKAYA in Shinjuku with authentic cuisine, traditional dance, and cultural immersion for an unforgettable night.
★ 4.7“Amazing! The dancers were very talented, and very involved into teaching us the traditional Bon dance. The organizer of the event was very sweet and taught us a lot about Japan’s history and culture, meanwhile keeping it fun! We asked her questions too and she…”
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10 reviews1 dayFrom $70by H.I.S. Co Ltd(TIC)
Discover Tokyo’s vibrant nightlife on this 3.5-hour guided izakaya crawl, visiting iconic districts, a shrine, and enjoying authentic food with expert insights.
★ 5.0“Excellent tour and so friendly, such a great host. Best way to see nightlife in japan and experience food.”
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8 reviewsFrom $32.58by Tokyo Bar Hop with a Pilot
Pair a ninja and kabuki-inspired show in Shinjuku with a hot pot dinner at a nearby izakaya. See what the package includes and how to plan it.
★ 4.6“great show. lots of knowledge on the cukture!”
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5 reviews1 hourFrom $80.75
Discover Tokyo’s hidden nightlife on a 3-hour bar hopping tour through Shinjuku’s secret izakayas and local bars with expert guides, authentic food, and drinks.
★ 4.6“I think our tour guide was quite new as he did not really seem very familiar with the area or provide information unless asked a question. However, it was handy having someone organise entrance to venues that we would not have even known existed. Note:…”
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3 reviews3 hoursFrom $129by Yummy Guide inc.
Explore Shinjuku's vibrant izakaya scene with this guided food tour, featuring three distinct venues, local insights, and authentic Japanese flavors.
From $124.14by Tokyo Ramen Tours
Discover authentic Tokyo nightlife with a small-group bar and izakaya tour in Shinjuku, featuring curated venues, local insights, and memorable moments.
From $104.55by YURAGI
Shinjuku does everything at once: skyscraper views by day, tiny bars and izakaya alleys by night.