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Shinjuku Kabukicho & Golden Gai Night Tour

Nightlife
Tokyo Tour Guide - Tim D.

Joined 2023

Tim D.
4.94 / 5
(36 reviews)
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Tokyo
English (Native), Japanese (Native)
3 hours
Private tour (only you and Tim D.)
Up to 10 people

A trip to Tokyo would not be complete without a visit to Shinjuku, home to Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and the Golden Gai, some of Japan's most unique places. Enjoy Japanese soul food and soak in the atmosphere and neon lights in Japan's liveliest district! See and experience hidden gems that otherwise would not have been known without a guide. Customization of eating and drinking locations is possible on this tour, as well as exploring other areas.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

06:00 PM

Meeting Point

Shinjuku Station

- Meet just outside the ground floor (street level) of the UNIQLO Shinjuku Nishiguchi shop. There are few Uniqlos in the area so use the address and link below. Here is the Japanese address: ユニクロ 新宿西口店、〒160-0023 東京都新宿区西新宿1丁目1−1 1F Here is the store link: https://goo.gl/maps/ekVTGj5S6vwotbWu6

Omoide Yokocho

The tour starts in the retro izakaya area Omoide Yokocho, the nostalgic alleyway filled with great places to eat, where the pleasant smell of barbeque, local dishes, and cheers from the locals inspires. We stop for food and drinks here.

Kabukicho

It's a short walk to Kabukicho, Japan's biggest neon-lit entertainment district, where interesting shops and characters will surely make an impression on you. As we walk through and explore this area the historical, social, and cultural aspects are discussion points.

Golden Gai

Next, we enter the Golden Gai district, a delightful eclectic maze of over 200 bars and pubs unlike anywhere in the world. This area also has an interesting post WWII history and is great place to have a drink and talk to locals.

Kabukicho

We continue our walk back through Kabukicho and explore a bit more as we make our back to the the starting point. Or guests can keep exploring and enjoying the night.

Ending Point

Shinjuku Station

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

•Guide fee

What‘s not included

•Food, drinks, and other purchases

•Budget 5,000 - 7,000 yen per person for food and drinks

Tour Important Information

•Please wear comfortable walking shoes and travel light

•Bring cash (not only credit) for food, drink, and other purchases

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
Tokyo Tour Guide - Tim D.

Joined 2023

Tim D.
4.94 / 5
(36 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Tim D.

I came to Japan in 1998, intending to stay a few months, but enjoying Japan, I never left. I was intrigued by the history, culture, language, and food. And the fascination and excitement of exploring and learning new things about Japan still exists with me today. The variety and choices of things to do and places to go can be overwhelming. I can offer you suggestions and a unique perspective on Japan. I can share local knowledge about things often missed. Fluent in Japanese with a master's degree in Japanese Studies and living in Japan for over 20 years, I can be your guide.

Reviews

Unforgettable Introduction to Tokyo

We had a fantastic start to our Tokyo adventure thanks to our amazing guide, Tim. Despite the intense heat, we managed to see and experience so much of the city. Thank you, Tim, for making it such a memorable and enjoyable day!

Amazing thanks will use again!!

Wonderful guide very helpful very punctual ahead of time extremely good communication texting and bringing into the proper locations. Thank you so very much.!!!!

Miranda C.

Tim D.

Thank you, Miranda! It was a pleasure helping you get settled in Tokyo!

Great Tour

My family and I had a great time with Tim on a customized tour of the Tsukiji Market, Asakusa area including a Tokyo River Cruise. We went at our pace and Tim was accomodating and adapted well to our needs. Thank you Tim for a great tour.

Luis R.

Tim D.

Thank you, Luis! It was a pleasure spending the day with you and your family. I’m really glad you enjoyed the tour, and I hope to see you again on your next visit to Tokyo!

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$135/ per group

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