Tokyo Izakaya Food Tour in Shinjuku with Drinks

Explore Shinjuku's izakaya scene on a guided walking tour with 14+ tastings across 3–4 local spots and included drinks.

Getting started

Meet your professional local tour guide in the Shinjuku area and get a brief overview of the evening's route. Once the group is assembled, you start your guided walking tour of the Shinjuku area, heading toward Kabukicho. As you walk, your guide explains basic izakaya customs so you are ready for your first stop.

What to expect

Shinjuku area

Your evening unfolds in Shinjuku, one of Tokyo's busiest districts, as you move between several different izakaya. The guided walk lets you experience both the main streets and smaller alleyways that give this neighborhood its character.

Features

• Across the night you visit 3–4 local izakaya, sampling over 14 tastings that together are enough for a full dinner. Portions are shared in a typical Japanese style so you can try a wide range of flavors at each stop.
• Food served includes grilled skewers, sashimi, and local comfort food, giving you a cross-section of classic izakaya dishes in one outing. Your guide can point out what is popular with locals and how each item is usually enjoyed.
• Three drinks are included, with options such as sake, local brews, and soft drinks so you can choose what suits your taste at each stop. The included pours are spaced through the evening to pair with different tastings.
• Throughout the guided walking tour of the Shinjuku area, your expert guide shares insights into dining etiquette and neighborhood culture. You also receive local tips and restaurant recommendations so you can keep exploring Shinjuku and wider Tokyo on your own after the tour. Your bilingual local guide shares insights into dining etiquette and neighborhood culture throughout the evening.
• Part of the route takes you through Kabukicho, Tokyo's well-known neon town, where you see both famous spots and hidden gems that many visitors miss. Your bilingual local guide helps you navigate the busy streets comfortably and answers questions along the way.