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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
Want to personalize this tour?
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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 government licensed tour guide with a profound knowledge of Japanese culture, history, and geography. I was born in a suburb and grew up in Tokyo. I studied abroad in the US and UK, and met great people from all over the world. I was working as an IT engineer, hotel receptionist, and manager of a maid cafe.
【Interest】
- Maid Cafes and Pop Idols
- Manga and Anime
- IT and Electronics
- Socializing and Eating
【Certificate】
- National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter
- General Certified Travel Supervisor
- Domestic Certified Travel Supervisor
Reviews
Rick T.
“Tour of Tokyo”
Melody, was an absolute joy to have as a guide. He accommodated our every request even extend our guided tour at the last minute. If you are looking for an intelligent and experienced speaker don’t go any further. Your challenge if you dare, is to go to more places we went in one day. Here is a list of sites we visited: • Harajuku (Meiji shrine, Takeshita street) • Shibuya (Shibuya cross, loyal dog Hachiko) • Asakusa (Nakamise street, Sensoji temple, izakaya, Sumida river) • Oshiage (Skytree and Solamachi mall) • Akihabara (Anime town) • Ginza (Art aquarium, ramen) Thank you Melody
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Melody S.
Rick, thank you very much for your heartwarming review. Yes, we packed in many spots at your request, since you only had one day in Tokyo. We walked more than 8 miles in a single day ; ) I hope you were able to recover the next morning. We had so many interesting conversations and shared lots of laughs. I hope the rest of your travels in Japan—and in other countries as well—will be wonderful. Hope to see you again someday! Arigato Gozaimasu.
Rayan E.
“perfect day”
I had an absolutely amazing day with my tour guide, Melody, in Tokyo. He took me to the famous fish market where we had incredible sushi, followed by some of the best, most authentic ramen I’ve ever had. He also showed me a maid café and many other unique spots around the city that I never would have found on my own. What really made the experience special was how Melody treated me like family. From start to finish, I enjoyed every single minute of the day—nothing felt rushed, and everything felt personal and thoughtful. You truly can’t beat that kind of hospitality. I highly recommend Melody to anyone looking for a tour guide in Tokyo. If you want an authentic, memorable experience with someone who genuinely cares about your time, he’s the one.
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Melody S.
Rayan, thank you so much again for your incredibly kind and heartfelt review! I’m truly happy to hear that we had such an amazing time in Tokyo and that you enjoyed the fish market sushi, authentic ramen, and unique spots like the maid cafe. It means a lot to me that you felt comfortable and welcomed, and that the tour felt personal and relaxing—this is exactly what I aim to provide. Spending the days together and sharing Tokyo with you was a real pleasure, and your words about being treated like family genuinely touched me. Yes, we are family! Thank you again for choosing me as your guide despite your very busy schedule. I truly appreciate it. I hope to see you again someday, either in Tokyo or elsewhere in Japan!
Jessica B.
“Best day with Melody S!”
We had an amazing day with Melody. Tour was designed based on what we wanted and provided the perfect mix of all that we wanted to see! Melody was friendly and so knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
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Melody S.
Jessica, thank you so much for your heartfelt review. I hope this was a great start to your time in Tokyo and Japan. We really enjoyed exploring everything from traditional culture to the latest trends together, visiting Meiji Shrine, Takeshita Street, the Ura-Harajuku area, Omotesando, Shibuya SKY, Akihabara’s anime town, and Ueno Park. I hope you enjoy the rest of your days in Japan and make many more wonderful memories!
$159/ per group
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