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The Tokyo shortlist.
The 15 most popular bar hopping & nightlife tours in Tokyo right now. Here is what each one costs, how long it takes, and who actually runs it, so you can pick the one worth a day and book it.
3 hours of Shinjuku nightlife with a local guide, from Omoide Yokocho izakayas to Golden Gai tiny bars and karaoke.
Most Popular“The tour was very nice. We went to good restaurants and it was very tasty. Nao was knowledge and a pleasant guide”
Tokyo nightlife, sorted. A 5-hour pub crawl in Roppongi with free shots, 3 stops, and a club finale at SEL OCTAGON Tokyo.
“This was the best bar crawl I've ever been on in any foreign country! There were 60+ attendees. People from all over the world. Good selection of starting bar/pub with a good atmosphere to be able to talk get to know people before stepping it up to more club-like environments to follow. Made friends whom…”
Follow a friendly guide through Shinjuku’s neon nightlife, from Omoide Yokocho to Golden Gai, plus food tips and district history in 2 hours.
“Loc was an excellent tour guide- so knowledgable, and gave us great insight into the areas in and around Shinjuku. He was also friendly and funny, which made the tour even more enjoyable. Would highly recommend :)”
3-hour Shinjuku bar hopping through Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai with dinner and all-you-can-drink izakaya stops.
“Haruma is an amazing person. Super smart and an excellent tour guide”
Shibuya izakaya and sake crawl with a local English guide: three backstreet stops, photos, and karaoke. $29, 3 hours, bring cash.
“It was all good. Berry well managed. Rest all depends on the group ig”
All-you-can-drink Shibuya social party for solo travelers: games, English-friendly chatting, and a group photo, 19:30–22:00 in Tokyo.
“Very good, Way better than I expected — I’d do this again without hesitation.Genuinely impressive. This isn’t hype.One of the few things that actually delivers.”
Shinjuku at night: 90-minute tour with a local guide through Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, Golden Gai, Hanazono Shrine, and tower views.
“very relaxed and informative way if learning about Tokyo and local knowledge!!!!! set me up for my trip around Japan”
14+ izakaya dishes and sake tasting in Shinjuku’s Golden Gai and Omoide Yokocho, with a small-group guide.
“The tour was great and I would highly recommend! Our guide took us to lots of different restaurants and Izakayas to try all sorts of Japanese foods - from sushi, to tonkotsu, sake, and traditional izakaya snacks. The guide was really knowledgable about the food and the history of Tokyo. The food was all super…”
A 3-hour Shibuya nightlife crawl with an English guide, venue entry fees included, and stops at key spots before a local bar finale.
“I booked this tour for my husband and I to experience nightlife in Shibuya as a local. Momo was incredibly clear in her communication, meeting spots via WhatsApp in advance of the tour. It was a small tour of only 6 people (which is perfect, be aware that some bar crawl tours have like a…”
Tokyo solo nightlife in Shibuya: all-you-can-drink 2.5 hours, party games, shuffle-card matching, and photo help for new friends.
“It was a wonderful experience and thanks to the amazing and supportive staff I gained a lot of friends and contacts. Thanks”
Hop through Shibuya’s tiny izakayas with reserved seating, all-you-can-drink beer and sake, and a small-group local guide.
“We had a great evening with our guide, Hide. He was engaging, fun and informative. Mt husband and I would have never been able to find these hidden gems on our own. We met a lovely and fun couple who were also on our tour. A really fun night out in Shibuya- highly recommend!”
3-hour Shinjuku bar-hopping walk with a local guide through Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai with izakaya bites and sake.
“It was a great time. A but shame our group was oretty small but I had a great time regardless.”
A 2-hour Shinjuku night out with 3 drinks and 6–8 snack bites, plus neon Kabukicho and Golden Gai bar-hopping with an English guide.
“Advertise more of the food experience and cultural experience as opposed to the bar hopping.”
A 3-hour Shinjuku night food-and-bar walk with a local guide, sake tasting, and a karaoke finale, with venue entry included.
“Our guide Love is amazing ! So knowledgeable and friendly”
3.5-hour Ueno bar hopping tour with timed Nomihoudai, local snacks, and ramen finish, led by a MagicalTrip guide.
“Limited drink options. The same at every stop. Low quality. Greasy food for the most part. One beer choice at each stop. Low end venues.”
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