• Omoide Yokocho - A visit to Omoide Yokocho offers a nostalgic experience with its charming, lantern-lit alleyways, ideal for capturing memorable moments. The guide is available to assist in taking photos in front of the most picturesque signs and classic storefronts. Additionally, popular local dining spots will be highlighted. Whether the craving is for yakitori, grilled seafood, or sake in a cozy bar, this area offers a variety of choices. Feel free to return after the tour to enjoy a local-style dinner!
• Kabukicho - Stroll through Kabukicho, Japan’s renowned entertainment district, where the neon lights are always aglow. This guided walk will take you through vibrant streets filled with flashing signs, themed restaurants, game centers, and bars.

The guide will share insights into the area’s intriguing dual identity, from its historic red-light roots to its modern pop culture and nightlife hub. Iconic landmarks like Godzilla Head, quirky photo spots, and hidden gems known only to locals will be passed along the way.

Gain cultural insights into Tokyo’s evolving nightlife and how Kabukicho balances the edgy with the everyday. While bars or clubs won’t be entered during the tour, you’ll leave with a sense of the area’s energy and plenty of ideas for further exploration.

There will be excellent photo opportunities under the glowing signs and narrow backstreets, and the guide is happy to help capture the moment!

• Tokyu Kabukicho Tower - As part of the tour, explore the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, a modern entertainment complex that blends the best of old and new Tokyo.

Inside, discover a nostalgic-style izakaya food court, where retro lanterns, lively chatter, and the aroma of grilled dishes recreate the Showa era Japan vibe. It’s an ideal place to enjoy traditional pub foods in a fun, casual setting.

Upstairs, a game center brimming with Japanese pop culture awaits, featuring claw machines and rhythm games. A highlight is Purikura, Japan’s famous photo sticker booths! Join in to create a fun memory with personalized sticker photos.

Finally, enjoy a panoramic view of Tokyo’s neon cityscape from the tower. The contrast of glowing lights and city buzz offers an unforgettable scene, perfect for concluding the tour on a high note.

• Shinjuku Golden Gai - A Hidden World of Tiny Bars and Big Stories

Enter Golden Gai, a narrow maze of over two hundred tiny bars nestled in a few alleyways, each with its own unique theme, owner, and personality. It’s one of Tokyo’s most iconic nightlife areas, where time seems to stand still.

During this walking tour, the guide will explain the neighborhood’s fascinating history, once a post-war black market and now a cultural hotspot cherished by artists, writers, and curious travelers alike.

As you wander through the lantern-lit alleys, bars adorned with punk rock posters, vintage jazz memorabilia, or retro movie themes will be seen. While bars won’t be entered during the tour, welcoming, foreigner-friendly spots will be pointed out for a potential return visit.
It’s the perfect place to experience a different, more intimate side of Tokyo nightlife, less neon, more soul.

• Hanazono Shrine - A Sacred Space Hidden in the Heart of Shinjuku

Just steps away from Shinjuku’s neon lights and bustling streets lies Hanazono Shrine, a tranquil Shinto sanctuary that has watched over the city for centuries.

On this tour, visit this vibrant shrine known for blessings in success, business prosperity, and good fortune. The guide will explain the basics of Shinto traditions and how to properly make a wish, allowing participation in the experience just like the locals.

Surrounded by tall buildings, Hanazono Shrine offers a fascinating contrast between the spiritual and the modern, and is especially atmospheric when illuminated in the evening. Depending on the season, one might also catch one of its colorful festivals or food stalls.

It’s a quiet yet powerful moment of reflection, right in the heart of Tokyo’s most exciting neighborhood.

• Purikura, a Japanese photo sticker booth experience fee
• Local tour guide

• Meals

Explore the Best of Tokyo by Night.

Where Tradition Meets Pop Culture in Shinjuku. This 1.5-hour guided walking tour takes you through the lively streets of Shinjuku, where Tokyo’s history and modernity come to life after sunset.

Begin by wandering through the nostalgic lanes of Omoide Yokocho and Golden Gai, where you’ll discover post-war Tokyo and its rich nightlife heritage. Visit the serene grounds of Hanazono Shrine, a spiritual oasis nestled within the city’s hustle.

Then, switch to the contemporary side of Tokyo with a walk through the neon-lit Kabukicho district and Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, featuring themed izakaya and stunning city views.

You’ll also enjoy a delightful piece of Japanese youth culture with a Purikura, a photo sticker booth session, popular among local teens and young adults.

Whether you’re interested in culture, cuisine, photography, or simply curious about Tokyo after dark, this tour offers the perfect opportunity to experience both tradition and trend in one memorable evening.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.