Golden Gai Japanese Whisky Experience with a Female Bartender
Golden Gai Japanese Whisky Experience with a Female Bartender
Great for beginners! Tour Golden Gai by day with one of Shinjuku's Female Bartenders and enjoy rare Japanese Whiskies in a Private setting.
Highlights
Explore Golden Gai by day before a rare Japanese whisky tasting
Taste five rare Japanese whiskies paired with snacks in a cozy private bar
Enjoy whisky pairings including chocolate, cheese, nuts and dried fruit
Savor rice balls, pickles and miso soup to finish the experience
Visit Hanazono Shrine and discover the traditional side of Shinjuku
10 meals
Experience Details
Exclusive daytime reservation of a popular bar in Shinjuku's Golden Gai.
Welcome to the wonderful journey of Japanese whisky!
Shinjuku Golden Gai was born during Japan's post-war reconstruction.
For decades, the Golden Gai Commercial Cooperative Association has preserved its unique streetscape, culture, and history.
Today, nearly 280 bars and eateries line its narrow alleys, making it one of Japan's most iconic nightlife districts.
Bar comorebi is a cozy bar in the heart of Golden Gai, where guests can enjoy authentic drinks and warm Japanese hospitality.
Inspired by the idea of bringing people together like sunlight filtering through the trees, we welcome visitors from around the world and strive to make everyone feel at home.
Start your experience with a peaceful walk through Hanazono Shrine, then explore the nostalgic streets of Golden Gai before arriving at Bar comorebi.
This experience gives you exclusive daytime access to Bar comorebi, a popular bar in Golden Gai.
Relax in a private setting and enjoy authentic Japanese whisky.
Feel free to request your favorite music during your visit.
Japanese whisky is now highly sought after around the world and can be difficult to find.
Enjoy carefully selected whiskies paired with Japanese snacks.
To finish your experience, you'll also be served rice balls (onigiri) and homemade miso soup with chicken and vegetables.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Please note that the minimum drinking age in Japan is 20 years old, so all participants in this tour must be over 20 years old
- The bar is located on the second floor of the building
- Please note that the bartender does not speak English fluently but will have a co-host to assist with English-language interpreting
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host at the street level of Exit E2 of Shinjuku-sanchome Station. More details and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
Ryo and Akiko were fantastic hosts! We learnt a lot about the Golden Gai area, from the Hanazono Shrine to the bars in the area. They were very knowledgeable and friendly in our conversations and ...read more
Ange & GT Thank you so much for joining us, and for your kind review — it really means a lot!! We had been looking forward to meeting you, especially knowing about the surprise for GT’s 50th birthd...Read more
Rio, the lady bartender, and her assistant on food pairings—all lovely—were exceptional and fun. The bartender was a true Ice Master and she prepared the best miso soup I ever had. I would say no...read more
Thank you so much for joining our experience. You’re such a wonderful group!! We were the ones who felt energized by you!✨ We’ll continue doing our best to create an experience that brings warmth...Read more
What a great time. Momo and Ryo were so accommodating and knowledgeable. The whisky was exceptional and the combination with snacks was perfect. Ryo and Momo were so nice and engaging it made the ...read more
Nathan, Thank you so much for writing a review so quickly! I’m really happy to hear that you’re enjoying your first trip to Japan and that you spoke so kindly about the country. It also means a lot...Read more
All I can say is WOW. I took this tour with Ryo and Momo with a colleague and fellow whiskey lover. To say we were impressed is an understatement. The tour of first the shire and then the Golden Ga...read more
Erin, Tim Thank you so much for coming to our bar and joining our tour! You were such wonderful guests, and we’re proud to have had the chance to host you. We’re so happy to hear that you’d like...Read more
5/5 amazing tour! From the moment we arrived at the meeting point, to the time we were seen off to the station, we felt so welcomed and cared for. We began with a visit to the local shrine, then we...read more
Thank you so much for the heastfelt review. I am truly delighted that I was able to host the tour that marked the start of your journey in Japan. I was deeply moved by your respectful attitude towa...Read more
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