Let's embark on a tour around Memory Lane in Shinjuku, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai, experiencing the essence of Japanese culture through the tradition of 'hashigo sake' - hopping from one drinking spot to another!
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Shinjuku Station or Hotel
- At your hotel in Tokyo
Omoide Yokocho
The tour begins in Omoide Yokocho, a retro izakaya area, filled with nostalgic alleyways and great eateries. Here, the delightful aroma of barbecue, local dishes, and the sound of cheers from locals fill the air, inspiring us to stop for food and drinks.
Kabukicho
Kabukicho is a vibrant entertainment district in Tokyo, known for its bustling nightlife, bright lights, and diverse range of entertainment options, including bars, clubs, restaurants, and theaters.
Golden Gai
Shinjuku Golden Gai is a charming area in Tokyo, renowned for its narrow alleys lined with tiny bars and eateries. It's a popular spot for locals and tourists alike seeking an intimate and nostalgic drinking experience.
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 and drink ( you and guide)purchases are not included
<PLEASE NOTE>
○Customization is possible.
○This is a walking tour with one food/drink stop and one or two bar stops.
○Please let me know in advance if you have any food restrictions.
○Travel light and wear comfortable walking shoes.
○The tour price does not include the cost of food and drinks.
○Bring cash for food and drink purchases.
Feel free to ask me anything
My name is Shusaku. I was born and raised in Osaka, where I had the opportunity to immerse myself in the beautiful landscapes and rich culture of the region.
During my travels to 10 different countries, I came to realize the importance of listening to the locals to truly understand the culture and charm of a place. This experience taught me that local knowledge and experiences are invaluable in building a deeper understanding and connection while traveling.
In my tours, I make it a point to not only showcase the popular tourist destinations but also to share insights into the everyday lives of locals and the culture of the region. By incorporating stories and knowledge from locals, I aim to provide a more enriching travel experience.
My mission in life is to foster a deeper understanding of the world through travel and to build connections with people from different backgrounds. I look forward to creating unforgettable memories and sharing new discoveries with all of you!
Alex D.
“Fantastic Bar Tour”
We had a great time on the bar hopping tour with Shushaku. He showed us some fantastic places where we got to try many different types of foods/drinks, and he explained everything in detail answering every question we had. We had some specific requests about places we wanted to go and Shushaku was happy to help. Not only did he do a fantastic job as a tour guide but he also took loads of great pictures along the way for no extra charge. Genuinely a really nice guy, who made us laugh and the perfect drinking buddy.
Shusaku M.
Thank you so much for writing such a wonderful review! It was truly an honor to meet you both. Please feel free to reach out anytime! I’m looking forward to seeing you again. Thank you for choosing Japan!
Pedro C.
“A Perfect First Night in Tokyo with Shusaku”
We had the best first night in Tokyo with Shusaku! It was the perfect intro to the city—great vibes, amazing food, and a fun way to get our bearings. He took us through Memory Lane, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai, giving us a real taste of Tokyo nightlife. We loved sharing sake, hopping between bars and trying all kinds of local dishes. Shusaku was super friendly, easy to talk to, and knew exactly where to go (he even book some places in advance!). Such a fun and easy way to kick off our trip!
Shusaku M.
Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely review! It was truly a pleasure meeting you. Enjoy the rest of your trip in Japan! Feel free to message me anytime if there’s anything I can help with.
Carol N.
“Fantastic day with Shusaku! ”
We had a fantastic day with Shusaku. He was engaging, attentive, extremely helpful, and a lot of fun to be with. We went to Tsujiki Market where we tried a wide variety of delicious foods before sitting down for conveyor belt sushi. The market was bustling with a lot of people and Shu did a great job of keeping us together and moving us along. He took care of us in every way - helping us select delicious foods and even taking our trash (there are few trash reciprocals). We relaxed and enjoyed ourselves while he figured out the details. We then went to Shinjuku Gyoen National Park. Shusaku showed us the beautiful lake, pointed out the cherry blossom trees, and found us a lovely tree to sit under for a break (it was quite warm). He checked constantly to be sure he had everyone in our group (we are 6 people) and that everyone was comfortable He pointed out bathrooms and water refilling stations. Best if all - and most unexpectedly - he brought a camera and took photos of our group all along the way. We now have a photo journal of our first day which we never would have had. This is a lasting gift for us and we are most grateful! Finally, we went to Donki and Shu helped me find items I had on a list to bring back to friends. If you have ever been to Donki, you know how overwhelming it is. He helped me find everything I was looking for. Having a guide who is nice, relatable, fun to be with, and knows his way around the city and trains made our first day a lot more relaxing than it would have been if we’d gone on our own. One other thing - he was most helpful with figuring the trains. While most of us had the Suica on our iPhones, one person needed physical tickets because he had an android phone. Shusaku was extremely helpful with this as well. By the time we returned to the hotel, I received all of the photos and a nice note from Shusaku offering to help us if we need anything during our stay.. I highly recommend him as a guide! Thanks Shu!
Shusaku M.
Thank you so much for the lovely review. It truly made me happy to meet you. If you enjoyed Tsukiji Market, Shinjuku Gyoen, and Kabukicho in Shinjuku, that makes me very happy. If you ever need anything, please feel free to message me anytime. The photos we took together are treasures to me. Enjoy the rest of your trip in Japan! I hope our paths will cross again!!!!!
$163/ per group