Barhopping in Takamatsu City
Explore Kagawa with the Nightlife Tour!
Guided tour alongside an English-speaking Japanese guide
Explore Takamatsu City, the entrance to Shikoku Island with the longest roofed shopping arcade district.
Eat and drink at hidden bars and izakayas.
Enjoy talking with the local people while drinking!
Let's visit hidden bars, izakayas, and learn about nightlife after returning from the art islands in Setouchi inland sea.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Kataharamachi Station
- Outside of the Kotoden Line, Kataharamachi Station. There is a supermarket just outside the exit. I will be waiting for you with "Sake Tour" tag on in between the station and the supermarket.
Standing Sake Bar
You can drink the local sakes in this area and chit-chat with the locals.
Izakaya
Must taste the local dish called "Honetsukidori" boned grilled chicken here! Try 2 kinds of Chicken to taste. Tender soft or chewy hard, tell me which is your favorite.
Sake Bar
Here, you can enjoy the sake selection from all around Japan.
A brief explanation about how sake is made.
Enjoy another chit-chat with the locals.
Snack Bar with Karaoke or Another Sake Bar
All-you-can-drink with Karaoke at one of the oldest snack bars in Takamatsu city.
Experience how the hostesses pour drinks to you and sing karaoke in turns with other customers.
Let's get sociable and interact!
Ending Point
Kawaramachi Station
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guided nightlife tour with an English-speaking Japanese host
Food and drinks consumed during the experience
Transportation to and from the location
Tour Important Information
*Please let me know in advance if you prefer non-smoking, as Japanese bars often allow smoking.
*Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
*Let’s enjoy the nightlife culture in Japan!
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Chizuru F.
Hello, my name is Chizuru. I'm from Kagawa, Shikoku Island. I went to primary school in London and in my 20s, I travelled around the world as a backpacker. After becoming a mother, I settled in Kagawa. Over time, I became deeply fascinated by Japanese culture, particularly kimono and Japanese sake. This led me to open a kimono rental shop in one of Japan's most beautiful gardens. I find great joy in meeting tourists and dressing them in kimono. I also began offering Japanese sake bar-hopping tours, which I mostly enjoy because they allow me to have fun with tourists and share my passion for Japanese culture.
Kagawa is home to many beautiful islands, and I would love to take you to these stunning places too, where you can experience art, meet the local people, and enjoy local food. There are so many things to do, and I am happy to arrange any activities you desire in Kagawa.
Reviews
Barbara B.
“Takamatsu discovery with Chizuru”
We had a delightful tour with Chizuru, who is not only very knowledgeable, but also very friendly, polite and warm-hearted Thanks for a wonderful time Barbara &Werner
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Chizuru F.
Dear Barbara and Werner, Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and heartwarming review. I truly enjoyed our time together too. Sharing this special places with lovely people like you is why I love guiding! Chizuru
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Robert K.
“Great photo spots and a lot of explanations”
Chizuru waited for us and took us to the kimono dressing room. She had a nice selection of patterns and colors that even made my wife happy :D Then we walked through the park, and she showed us great places to take photos at, and she also explained the history of many buildings, trees, and other objects in the garden. Also about Japan in general. It was a joy, and I can recommend this tour to everyone! It's also not crowded at all, unlike in Kyoto. Thanks a lot!
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Chizuru F.
Thank you so much for your kind and detailed review! I was delighted to be your guide. My main goal is to show visitors not only the most picturesque spots for photos but also to share the fascinating background of the garden and Japan, so your comment about the explanations is very rewarding to read. Thank you once again for choosing this Kimono tour and for your recommendation! It was truly a joy for me as well. Chizuru
Johan C.
“Excellent half day trip with Chizuru San!”
Great experience with Chizuru San! We booked a half-day hiking trip from tamano park to Yashima Mountain, Chizuru San took us to the pilgrimage trail! We learnt local history and story of Yashima Mountain, Chizuru San showed us a secret little shrine in the Yashima Temple, that was amazing. It’s very pity that we forgot to take pictures that day, but the view is definitely amazing! We really appreciate Chizuru San’s recommendation for udon and Tea Room in Ritsurin Garden. It really worth it, many thanks to Chizuru San:)
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Chizuru F.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm so glad you enjoyed the half-day hike on the pilgrimage trail from Tamano Park to Yashima Mountain, even in the heat. It was truly a pleasure to guide someone who is so interested in local history and stories. I'm happy we could share the amazing views and the little secret corner of Yashima Temple. It means a lot that you appreciated the recommendations for the udon and the Tea Room at Ritsurin Garden as well. Many thanks again for an excellent trip! Chizuru
$45/ per person
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