Shinjuku is several neighbourhoods sharing one station: skyscrapers and a free observation deck at the city government building to the west, Kabukicho’s neon and the bars of Golden Gai to the east, Shinjuku Gyoen’s lawns to the south. Most of the tours lean toward eating, drinking or a show, which tells you when to come.
Hungry for an authentic taste of Tokyo's vibrant food culture? Explore 13 Japanese dishes across 4 local eateries on the Shinjuku Food Tour, led by professional guides.
“Great variety and quality of the food. Although extremely pleasant, we wish the tour guide was more informative about the area and the restaurants.”
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6,603 reviewsFrom $86.22by Traveling Tokyo
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!
★ 5.0“This experience was so worth it. The bars we went to were great, the food was amazing. Kuki was an amazing tour guide. He gave knowledge and insight into the colourful and vibrant area of Omoide Yokocho”
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3,587 reviewsFrom $106.36by MagicalTrip Inc.
Watch sumo rituals and live bouts in Shinjuku, learn the basics from an English-speaking host, and enter a lottery for a chance to wrestle.
★ 5.0“Great show, very informative and interactive.”
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3,438 reviews1 hourFrom $60.59
Shape and sand your own wooden chopsticks in a 45-minute Shinjuku workshop, with traditional tools, optional Japanese engraving, and English-speaking help.
★ 4.9“amazing service. had a great time”
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2,429 reviews45 minsFrom $6.35
Explore Tokyo’s vibrant nightlife and authentic cuisine on this small-group Shinjuku food tour. Savor 15 dishes across four local eateries for $89.
★ 4.9“This tour was amazing. The food selections were delicious and interesting and plentiful. The walking tour was informative and fun.”
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2,033 reviews3 hoursFrom $85by Traveling Tokyo
Explore Tokyo's vibrant nightlife with this guided izakaya tour in Shinjuku, featuring 14+ tastings across 4 unique venues in a small group setting.
★ 5.0“Excellent tour! Yusuke was a wonderful guide. Many great food and drink experiences. Definitely recommend the sake add-on tour—excellent experience!”
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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“Such a fantastic night! Authentic Japanese food, sake tasting and great vibes! Rika was an incredible guide, 100% recommend joining this tour!”
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1,794 reviews3 hoursFrom $34by Travel Japan Together
Discover how to craft your own Japanese chopsticks in Tokyo with a hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop. Fun, authentic, and memorable experience for all.
★ 5.0“This was a great first experience in Tokyo for me. Mimi was very helpful and knowledgeable. I would recommend this for anyone who wants to take a personalized souvenoir from Japan”
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1,763 reviewsFrom $20.00by Traveling Tokyo
Experience authentic sumo wrestling in Tokyo with this engaging show in Shinjuku, featuring live matches, interactive challenges, and cultural insights for all ages.
★ 5.0“Awesome show. Interesting, entertaining and funny. Manny did a great job as MC - super knowledgeable and smooth delivery of an all round great show. But the biggest thanks goes to the big fellas - Ogawa and Tani ( hopefully spelling is near enough :)…”
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1,750 reviewsFrom $79.59by SHINJUKU SUMO CLUB
Experience the vibrant and delicious Tokyo nightlife with our thrilling Night Foodie Tour in Shinjuku. Discover hidden culinary gems and satisfy your taste buds like never before!
★ 5.0“Our family of four (all adults) enjoyed this experience. Especially because of our guide Mimi. She spoke English well and was happy to answer all our questions. Not only about the food we were eating, but about life in Tokyo and Japan. She made our…”
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1,161 reviewsFrom $111.62by MagicalTrip Inc.
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“Tamara was a wonderful guide! She did a great job of showing us all around Shinjuku and everyone had a great time!”
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890 reviewsFrom $39.79by Travel Japan Together Tokyo
Discover Tokyo’s vibrant nightlife with a guided evening walk through Shinjuku's lively district, packed with neon lights, hidden gems, and local insights.
★ 4.7“Gray was brilliant, very knowledgeable and fun to have as a guide. Very interesting tour. She is a great communicator!”
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862 reviews2 hoursFrom $29by Localized Walking & Food Tours
Drive a street-legal go-kart through Shibuya, Harajuku and Shinjuku, with a guide, costume rental and practical advice on licenses and safety.
★ 4.9“Great fun, with good safety measures. would not recommend for anxious drivers though.”
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852 reviews1 hourFrom $92.85
Explore Shinjuku’s Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho and Golden Gai with a local guide, bar stops, stories and optional karaoke.
★ 4.9“amazing! first night in Toyko and I highly recommend! great company and good introductions to the nightlife and history”
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847 reviewsFrom $37.89
Prepare to uncover the captivating backstreets of Shinjuku, where neon-lit izakaya pubs, savory yakitori, and hidden artisanal gems await on this guided night walking tour.
★ 5.0“Very good group tour. Usually we do private tours, but our tour guide AYAKA was able to provide an excellent tour, very informative and enjoyable while managing a group of 15.. A great intro tour of Shinjuku. She also provided excellent recommendations for restaurants and…”
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530 reviewsFrom $25.20by Local Guide Stars
Shinjuku does everything at once: skyscraper views by day, tiny bars and izakaya alleys by night.