Tokyo Izakaya Night Tour: Experience Japanese Local Food & Culture
Dive deep into Japan's lively nightlife by exploring authentic local izakayas (Japanese pubs). Enjoy a variety of traditional dishes, local drinks, and the unique atmosphere of each venue while learning about Japanese drinking culture. Perfect for food lovers, first-time visitors, and anyone wanting a real Tokyo night out!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Hotel lobby or your preferred location
- We can meet at your hotel or a convenient station of your choice
Shibuya Yokocho【Retro Local Experience】
・Stroll through the retro-style alleyway near Shibuya Station
・First toast! (Beer + light snacks like takoyaki or yakitori)
・Enjoy the nostalgic atmosphere and take lots of photos!
Torikizoku【Casual Izakaya Experience】
・Visit the famous yakitori chain "Torikizoku"
・Try classic Japanese izakaya dishes like grilled chicken skewers, fried chicken, and edamame
・Experience Japan’s affordable and casual drinking culture (all dishes around ¥150)
Sake Bar 【Sake Tasting Experience】
・Sample a tasting flight of premium sake from all over Japan
・Learn about the differences between sweet and dry sake, and even try different temperatures (chilled, lukewarm, hot)
・A perfect moment to dive deeper into Japan’s traditional "rice and sake" culture
Nightclub or Bar (for those who want more fun)
・For guests who want to continue partying, we offer optional guidance to nightlife spots
・Choices include famous Shibuya nightclubs (Camelot, Atom Tokyo, Harlem) or trendy rooftop bars and cocktail lounges
・I can accompany you if needed, or help with directions if you prefer to explore solo
Ending Point
Your hotel lobby or Shibuya Station — whichever you prefer!
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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
・Friendly local English-speaking guide
・Fully customizable itinerary
・Hotel pick-up and drop-off
・Dinner cost (including the guide's meals)
・Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, shopping)
・Entrance fees (if applicable): ¥0–¥1,200 (many free spots available)
・Taxi fee
・Extension fee: ¥1,500 per person per hour
・Transportation costs (subway, train, etc.)
Tour Important Information
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
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 Kota A.
Hello everyone! My name is Kota.
After graduation from a university in Japan I spent a year in Vancouver, Canada, on a working holiday. While working as a server at a sushi restaurant, I had many opportunities to interact with guests who loved Japan, while also learning about Canadian culture from them. Those experiences became truly meaningful to me, and now I would like to take on that role here in Japan—sharing the beauty of my country with visitors and creating unforgettable memories together.
Tokyo is a world-famous metropolis, but beyond its well-known landmarks, it is full of hidden gems that are less crowded and waiting to be discovered. I would be delighted to explore such places with you and do my very best to make your trip to Japan a wonderful experience.
Since I am originally from Hiroshima, I am also very familiar with Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Osaka. I would be happy to give you helpful advice if you plan to visit those areas. And if our schedules align, I would love to guide you around my hometown Hiroshima, as well as Shiga where I spent my student years, or even Kyoto and Osaka. Please feel free to reach out anytime!
I enjoy watching soccer (especially Manchester United!), and I also like beer and whisky.
I’m really looking forward to meeting you all :)
P.S.
I am not a licensed guide, but I work as a friendly guide.
Rather than providing formal or highly specialized guiding like a school tour, my focus is on offering a more relaxed and friendly experience to help you enjoy your time in Japan.
I appreciate your understanding.
Reviews
Thomas F.
“Was a fantastic meal with japanise person and good gidence about activities ”
Kota A was unfortunately sick he was very apologetic and put me in touch with a lovely lady called Kira We went to the isakaya he booked and the food was fantastic she was excellent company And her English was impeccable She took me to near by karaoke bar for some more drinks with some very friendly japanise people was a very good evening would highly recommend
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Kota A.
Hi Thomas, thank you so much for the lovely review! I’m sorry again for the last minute change. Even so, I’m really relieved and happy to hear you had such a fun evening. I’m glad you enjoyed the food at the izakaya and the time at the karaoke bar ;)) Please come visit Japan again, I’m looking forward to meeting you next time! Kota
Jackie K.
“Private tour seeing a different side of Tokyo ”
We had a tour with Kira Kumada We had the best day ever we had a great tour fabulous lunch and afternoon drinks and went to see some beautiful places Kira was so much fun thank you Kota for organising and especially Kira for the most special day
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Kota A.
Hi Jackie, thank you so much for the lovely message! I’m really happy to hear it was the best day ever. It sounds like you enjoyed the lunch and the afternoon drinks too. I’ll make sure to pass your kind words along to Kira, she’ll be so happy ;)) Please come visit Japan again, I’d love to see you! Kota
Jennifer M.
“Personalised Tokyo tour”
Kota helped design the type of Tokyo day we were interested in; local knowledge and experience for first time visitors outside of the main tourist attractions. Kota's colleague Kira took us for our day of exploring, Kappabashi, Yanaka, Ueno Park and more. It was very helpful to have Kira assist us in navigating the trains and metro, ordering lunch in a fabulous local restaurant and communicating with local shop owners and stall holders. We found Kira energetic, very polite and kind and a delight to spend the day with. Arigatou gozaimasu!
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Kota A.
Hi Jennifer, thank you so much for this wonderful review! I'm really happy to hear you had such a great time. It sounds like you got to really feel the culture and history through walking around and getting around by train ;)) Please come visit Tokyo again sometime, I'll be looking forward to it!
$234/ per group
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