Shinjuku Izakaya Food Walking Tour with 14 Tastings and Drinks

Experience Shinjuku on a 3.5-hour guided food walking tour, visiting authentic local izakaya to enjoy 14+ Japanese tastings, three drinks, and the lively atmosphere of Tokyo’s neon town, Kabukicho.

Getting started

Meet your local guide at Noa Building, Kabukichō (Shinjuku), a few minutes before your scheduled departure. After a brief introduction to the evening's route and Tokyo's izakaya culture, you'll set off on foot through one of the city's liveliest neighborhoods, where neon-lit streets, bustling alleyways, and hidden local eateries await.

What to expect

• .Begin your evening at your first Shinjuku izakaya with an introduction to local dining etiquette and izakaya culture, then continue to 3–4 handpicked venues where you’ll sample 14+ dishes including grilled skewers, sashimi, and seasonal Japanese comfort food across different styles of authentic local dining.

• Pair your meal with three drinks of your choice, including sake, Japanese beer, soft drinks, and other beverages, discovering how different drinks complement Japanese cuisine.

• Wander through Kabukicho and Shinjuku's lively backstreets, where your guide shares stories about the neighborhood's history, food culture, and hidden gems that many visitors overlook.

• Explore tucked-away alleyways and local dining spots that are difficult to find without insider knowledge, offering a more authentic perspective of Tokyo's after-dark food scene.

By the end of the tour, you'll have enjoyed a full izakaya-style dinner, sampled a wide variety of Japanese flavors, and discovered why Shinjuku remains one of Tokyo's most celebrated destinations for food, drinks, and local nightlife.