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Shinjuku Golden Gai Bar Hopping Tour
Why not go for drinking with me?!
Golden Gai is the biggest bar-hopping area in Japan. There are about 300 bars in the area. However, it is often hard for beginners to tell which one to enter.
No worries! As a local bar hopping master, I will take you to the best shops.
Moreover, I can talk to you like your old friend. Let's have a great chat and make the night unforgettable!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Shinjuku Station
- In front of Police Box next to JR Shinjuku Station East Gate Exit *Hotel Pickup and Drop-Off are also available.
Kabukicho
Kabukicho is Tokyo's famous nightlife district in Shinjuku, known for its bars, restaurants, and entertainment (Host and Hostess clubs).
Golden Gai 1st bar
e.g. Calm Western Style Bar
Golden Gai 2nd bar
e.g. Traditional Japanese Style Izakaya Bar
Golden Gai 3rd bar
e.g. Gorgeous Themed Bar
Ending Point
Shinjuku 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
- Guide
- Foods and Drinks (you and guide)
*It depends on how much you eat and drink, at each bar you will need around 1,500 - 3,000 JPY / 1 person.
Tour Important Information
* Bring some cash for drink (around 10,000 JPY per person). Some bars do not accept credit card.
Important message from the supplier
Available date is negotiable.
Please do not hesitate to contact me!
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 Melody S.
Hi! I’m a nationally licensed tour guide with in-depth knowledge of Japanese culture, history, and geography.
I was born in a suburb and raised in Tokyo, which gives me both a local and metropolitan perspective on Japan.
I studied abroad in the United States and the United Kingdom, where I met wonderful people from all over the world and developed a truly global mindset.
Before becoming a full-time guide, I worked as an IT engineer, hotel receptionist, and manager of a maid cafe—experiences that help me connect naturally with travelers from many different backgrounds.
【Interests】
-Maid cafes and pop idols
-Manga and anime
-Art and Architecture
-Hot springs and public baths
-Socializing and exploring great food
【Certifications】
-National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter
-General Certified Travel Supervisor
-Domestic Certified Travel Supervisor
I am based in Tokyo but will happily arrange a tour only for your group, in area Kawagoe, Saitama, Hakone, Kamakura, Narita, Nikko, Shizuoka, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Chiba, Tochigi, Kyoto. Please contact me!
Reviews
Natasha M.
“Five stars for great tours of Tokyo with Melody”
I had the pleasure of hiring Melody for two tours in Tokyo, and each was exceptional. Thanks to him, my group and I were able to experience so much of the city: from Meiji Jingu shrine to Tsukiji Outer Market, Senso-ji temple, Harajuku, and so much more. Melody’s English is good, making everything easy to understand, and his passion for his job shines through. He brought each neighborhood to life with interesting details that we would have completely missed on our own. We covered an incredible amount of ground while never feeling rushed, and we always felt well taken care of. Five stars without hesitation.
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Melody S.
Natasha, thank you very much for your kind words and for sharing your experience. It was a pleasure guiding you and your group around Tokyo. I’m glad the stories and details helped bring each neighborhood to life, and that all of you could enjoy the city at a relaxed pace. I look forward to meeting again and continuing our conversations about cultures around the world and Japan. Let’s share our passion for travel again in the future! Otsukaresama desu.
June M.
“Best Tour Guide ever! ”
Melody S. Is an amazing tour guide and human being! We wax so friendly and knowledgeable with the sights and history of Tokyo! His attention to details and his patience was very much appreciated! I’d recommend him to everybody!
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Melody S.
June, thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words! I truly enjoyed spending time with you and sharing Tokyo’s sights and history together. Your curiosity and positive energy made the tour even more special for me. I really appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again someday. I miss you all soooooooo much!!
June M.
“Day 2 Tour - Akima/Bullet train rides, Museum of Arts”
Melody S. Is an awesome person and an amazing tour guide! He helped us navigate the train system throughout our tours . He took care of all the details from beginning to end. He is very knowledgeable about the history of Japan and locations. He’s patient, funny , and kind! We enjoyed every minute of our tour and we recommend Melody Suzuki for all of your tour needs! He’s beyond amazing & we miss him already!
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Melody S.
June, thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! Visiting Atami was truly the perfect choice—the town was lively and full of local Japanese people, still largely undiscovered by international tourists. From the bullet train ride, seeing Mt. Fuji through the train window, enjoying delicious red snapper, capsule toys, strawberry desserts, to the breathtaking views at the art museum—it was such a memorable experience. Let’s definitely try an onsen hot spring next time! I already miss you so much as well!
$194/ per group
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