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.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Shinjuku Station
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
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
•Guide fee
•Food, drinks, and other purchases
•Budget 5,000 - 7,000 yen per person for food and drinks
•Please pay for the guides food and drinks
•Please wear comfortable walking shoes and travel light
•Bring cash (not only credit) for food, drink, and other purchases
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.
“Tokyo: Food, History, and Culture Tour”
We had a really nice time with Tim as our guide .He was very knowledgeable, and ga e us a great insight into Tokyo on our tour .Following our tour we were able to navigate Tokyo quiet easily thanks to his guidance .I would highly recommend.
Tim D.
Thank you so much for the great review! I’m really glad you enjoyed the tour and found the insights helpful for exploring Tokyo afterward. It was a pleasure showing you around. I hope to see you again next time you’re in Japan! Best regards, Tim
Rebecca M.
Tokyo Welcome Package: Airport Pick-Up, Hotel Drop-Off, Guided Neighborhood Tour, and Dining
“Great welcome to Japan!”
Tim was fabulous. I highly recommend if you are visiting the city for the first time or you are unsure of how to get around on your first day. He is flexible based on your needs and communicated clearly throughout the booking process all the way through till we said farewell at Tokyo Tower. Thanks Tim!
Tim D.
Thank you so much for the kind words! I’m really glad you found the tour helpful and enjoyed the day. It was great spending time with you. Hope to see you back in Tokyo sometime! Best, Tim
“Fun, Unique Experience in Tokyo!”
If you’re looking for an unforgettable nighttime adventure, Tim’s Tokyo Backstreets Walk & Eat Night Tour is a must. We chose Tim for his unique perspective as a foreigner who’s made Japan home, and it was the perfect mix of insider knowledge and a foreigner viewpoint. I think it’s best to not give away too many details and just experience it yourself. Know that you’ll be in great hands eating and drinking your way through some of the coolest parts of the city. It was the perfect way to take it all in so we could go back to our favorite areas. Tim went way above and beyond - we can’t thank him enough. Stop reading this and book now.
Tim D.
Sean, thank you for the amazing review! I truly appreciate it. I’m glad I could share some of the city’s nighttime highlights with you. Hope to see you again next time you visit Japan. All the best!
$160/ per group