Tokyo Bar Hopping(22)

In 2016, Tokyo recorded 29,376 bars in its census. Since then, the bar scene has grown with no end in sight. Whether you fancy a classy rooftop cocktail or a custom drink at a themed bar, Tokyo has a watering hole to suit every taste.
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TOKYO

Shinjuku After Dark Izakaya Tour

With a local bar-hopping expert, discover Shinjuku’s nightlife and the best bars and restaurants in the area. Dine at izakaya gastropubs and standing bars and fill up on classic Japanese bar foods during this fun night out!

from¥18,000
(77)
With 3 drinks
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The Midnight Diners: Tokyo Experience

In the eclectic Harmonica Yokocho drinking alley, hop from bar to bar, chatting with your trilingual guide and locals, and trying creative food and drinks like horse meat shumai and tea-infused cocktails.

from¥19,500
(36)
Rain or shine
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Shibuya Scramble: Hidden Bars & Lively Izakayas

Experience true Tokyo nightlife with a bar hop and izakaya crawl through Shibuya! Visit a selection of hidden bars, local watering holes, and explore the city’s backstreets alongside your English-speaking Japanese guide.

from¥14,500
(12)
With sake
Private Experience
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TOKYO

Shinjuku Food Tour: Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho and Golden Gai

Explore Shinjuku’s famous nightlife areas! A local tour guide will whisk you away to several bars, hitting the laid-back Omoide Yokocho for yakitori, passing the red light district Kabukicho, and landing at an Izakaya in Golden Gai, a Tokyo icon.

from¥23,800
(14)
With 1 drink
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TOKYO

Shinjuku Nightlife: Omoide Yokocho, Golden Gai, & Kabukicho

Eat and drink your way through Shinjuku–Tokyo’s renowned nightlife district–alongside an English-speaking Japanese guide. Discover hidden bars, local izakayas, make friends, and lifelong memories during this quintessential nightlife experience.

from¥14,500
(9)
With sake
Private Experience
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Local Tokyo Nightlife Shibuya Bar Hopping Tour

Go on a barhopping tour for a real taste of Shibuya’s nightlife! Go on a crawl through three to four unique restaurants and bars, with free shots at each spot. Take this opportunity to experience the nightlife, and meet new people over drinks!

from¥5,220
With sake
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TOKYO

Eat and Drink Like a Tokyo Salaryman in Shinbashi

“Work hard, play hard” embodies the mentality of many Japanese workers. This mentality is epitomized in the food scene of Shinbashi, the raucous “salaryman” district of Tokyo where business meets pleasure. Explore the area’s gastropubs on this tour!

from¥23,000
(4)
With 1 drink
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Members Only Japanese Bars: Sips and Secrets in Ebisu

Enjoy high-quality craft cocktails, Japanese whiskey, and light bites with an energetic local guide in two local bars. Knowledgeable master bartenders will make personalized drinks while you laugh and learn about real Japan.

from¥16,380
(2)
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TOKYO

Shinjuku Golden Gai Private Izakaya Hopping Tour

This private tour welcomes small groups of up to 8 guests for an intimate exploration of Shinjuku Golden Gai, Tokyo’s nightlife hub right at the heart of Kabukicho. Enjoy food and drinks at 3 bars chosen by your guide to suit your preferences.

from¥16,500
(1)
Private Experience
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Shimbashi Izakaya & Snack Bar Tour (Drinks, Karaoke & Games)

Delve into the authentic side of Japanese drinking culture in this evening exploration of two classic bars (an izakaya and a retro snack bar) led by a local host in Shimbashi. Expect drinks, karaoke, traditional Japanese games, and more.

from¥18,866
(3)
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TOKYO

Asakusa Bar Hopping Tour (Tokyo)

Join a bar-hopping tour and experience Asakusa like a local. A local guide will show you a side of Asakusa that most visitors do not get to experience. Enjoy food and drink while seeing a unique side of one of the most famous areas of Japan.

from¥20,000
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TOKYO

Retro Shibuya Food Tour

The bustling entertainment and nightlife hub of Shibuya can be daunting to explore alone. With an in-the-know local guide, you’ll hit four local food stops on this retro Shibuya food tour, including an iconic ramen shop and a standing bar.

from¥24,300
(4)
With sake
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TOKYO

Private Shimbashi Izakaya Tour With Sake Sommelier (Tokyo)

Spend the night as a Japanese salaryman! This private izakaya tour in Shimbashi will take you off the beaten path to local izakaya, teach you about Japanese food, drinking culture, & customs. Enjoy izakaya dishes, seafood, sake, & pork skewers.

from¥38,766
With Sake
Private Experience
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TOKYO

Shinjuku Bar Hopping: Kabukicho, Omoide Yokocho & Golden Gai

This 3-hour private bar hopping tour in Shinjuku will take you to bars in Omoide Yokocho and Golden Gai, where you'll eat classic Japanese street foods, drink like the locals, and see popular landmarks like the Godzilla Head and Hanazono Shrine.

from¥22,000
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Snack Bar Hopping in Harajuku: Eat, Drink and Play Games

This Harajuku night tour takes you to hidden bars for drinks, karaoke and socializing with friendly locals. Led by a snack bar expert, enjoy delicious food, fun activities, and a unique nighttime Tokyo adventure.

from¥15,000
(1)
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TOKYO

Izakaya Hopping in Kamata – Tokyo

Go izakaya hopping in Kamata, a neighborhood you won’t find in your typical Tokyo tourist guidebook. You’ll explore the local food streets, visit two izakayas, enjoy food & drinks at each stop, & wander down a local shopping street.

from¥16,800
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TOKYO

Tea and Drinks: Tokyo Tea-Based Izakaya Bars Tour

Venture into unique Tokyo bars that serve tea-based cocktails (chawari) in this alternative exploration of Tokyo’s unique nightlife in this guided tour in Gakugeidaigaku in Meguro. Three tea-based foods and three drinks are included.

from¥33,000
(2)
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TOKYO

Premium Tea-Based Dining Experience in Tokyo with Drinks

In this unique guided dining experience, enjoy tea-based beverages and fine dining in two trendy Tokyo restaurants with a knowledgeable guide. You’ll enjoy a course meal, take part in a tea-making workshop and enjoy tea-based drinks.

from¥38,500
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Shinjuku and Kabukicho Private Food Tour w/ Sushi & Ramen

Eat your way through Shinjuku on this food tour that will take you from Omoide Yokocho to Kabukicho’s Golden Gai! Feast on sushi, yakitori, and ramen and see some of the area’s iconic landmarks, like the Godzilla head statue, with your guide.

from¥20,000
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TOKYO

Shinjuku Night Adventure: Izakaya, Golden Gai, & Street Food

Venture off the beaten path with a guided tour of Shinjuku! Visit Shinjuku landmarks (Golden Gai, Omoide Yokocho, Hanzono Shrine, & Kabukicho Tower), choose between 4 unique themed izakayas, feast on izakaya foods, & make memories to last a lifetime.

from¥65,000
With dinner
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TOKYO

Sake Pairing & Izakaya Hopping in Tokyo

Sample a variety of sake, including rare premium-ranked sake, with a certified sake sommelier as your guide. Learn to pair sake with different dishes, and feast on A5 Wagyu sushi, izakaya staple dishes and a mini ramen bowl!

from¥18,000
Private Experience
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TOKYO

Tokyo Sake Tour: Shrines, Temples & Izakaya Hopping

Enjoy Tokyo’s lively nightlife in this sake-themed outing that includes touring sake-related shrines and temples while learning about their history and customs, then clinking cups of sake with locals in two izakaya restaurants.

from¥10,000
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Our host Yoshi was exceptional. He made the night! The places he took us were all terrific and his anecdotes and the overall experience was well worth it.
Jan Grimoldby
November 15, 2024
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Shinjuku After Dark Izakaya Tour
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Alejandro was a great guide. We got to experience the little bars and had good food.
Dennis Zhang
November 15, 2024
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The Midnight Diners: Tokyo Experience
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I've always loved Japan By Food on YouTube, so when I came to Japan I wanted to do a tour with By Food. It did not disappoint. Our tour guide was super friendly and knowledgeable. All the hosts at the bars were super welcoming. And they were even welcoming enough to get my husband to do karaoke which has never happened before. I also loved how personal it was for having a tour that was so nice and small group. 200% recommend!
Justin Rastin
November 10, 2024
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Snack Bar Hopping in Harajuku: Eat, Drink and Play Games
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We didn't have a tour with Anne & Lauren. We had our tour with Hannah from the company "arigato TRAVEL." Fortunately, Hannah was an absolute pleasure. Our tour with her amounted to the highlight of my month long trip to Japan. Initially I was a bit disappointed that byFood subcontracted their tours after hearing so many positive things about the company online. But again, Hannah was superb, delivering a tour of the highest standard. Thank you, Hannah! Thank you arigato TRAVEL!
Connor Elliott
November 07, 2024
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Eat and Drink Like a Tokyo Salaryman in Shinbashi
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Yoshi is a gem. he makes the tour really special with his stories and insights into Japanese drinking culture a good balance of food, good times and drinks. I recommend his tour without hesitation
Jules Kragen
November 01, 2024
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Shinjuku After Dark Izakaya Tour
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Tokyo Nightlife

Tokyo: A city that comes alive after dark with a vibrant and eclectic nightlife scene. From sleek cocktail bars to quirky-themed establishments, Tokyo offers a bar-hopping experience for everyone. Get ready to immerse yourself in the energy, excitement, and intriguing concoctions that make Tokyo's nightlife an unforgettable adventure. A city with such a large bounty of bars and watering holes can be tricky to navigate–where to begin? Well, a Tokyo bar-hopping tour…

Tokyo is renowned for its diverse and dynamic nightlife scene, catering to all tastes and preferences. Whether you're seeking a sophisticated cocktail lounge, a lively izakaya (Japanese-style pub), or a trendy club pulsating with music, Tokyo has it all. The city's distinct neighborhoods each have their own nightlife vibe, offering endless options for an unforgettable night out. Nightlife in Tokyo is everywhere, you have to keep your eyes peeled! Tucked away in alleyways, residential neighborhoods streets, commanding attention with bold signs on busy main roads, and beyond. 

Tokyo Izakaya Bar Hopping

Bar hopping–or izakaya hopping as it's known in Tokyo–is a popular pastime that allows you to explore the city's bar scene by moving from one establishment to another. This thrilling adventure takes you through narrow alleyways and hidden corners, where you'll discover hidden gems tucked away from the bustling streets. Each bar has a unique ambiance, signature drinks, and stories to tell, making every stop a new experience.

Shinjuku Golden Gai 

One of Tokyo's most iconic bar-hopping destinations is Golden Gai, a labyrinthine alley in Shinjuku. With its narrow streets lined with tiny bars, Golden Gai exudes an old-world charm that transports visitors to a bygone era. Each bar in this enclave has its own character and theme, ranging from jazz bars to rock 'n' roll havens. It's where you can rub shoulders with locals, sip on expertly crafted cocktails, and revel in the intimate atmosphere. This is where you’ll find the best nightlife in Tokyo. A Tokyo bar-hopping night tour in Shinjuku is the perfect way to see the city uncensored.

Tokyo’s Themed Bars

Tokyo is renowned for its quirky and imaginative themed bars, where the concept and ambiance take center stage. Step into the world of fantasy at an Alice in Wonderland-themed bar, sip cocktails in a ninja hideaway, or transport yourself to a retro video game arcade bar. These themed establishments offer a unique and immersive experience, where you can let your imagination run wild while enjoying delicious libations.

Tokyo Cocktail Bars

Tokyo's mixology scene has gained international acclaim, with bartenders pushing the boundaries of creativity and craftsmanship. Cocktail bars like Bar High Five, Gen Yamamoto, and Bar BenFiddich have become destinations for cocktail enthusiasts seeking innovative and meticulously crafted drinks. Tokyo's mixologists are known for their attention to detail, using rare ingredients, house-made infusions, and artistic presentation to create liquid masterpieces.

Tokyo Street Food and Late Night Eats

No bar-hopping experience in Tokyo would be complete without indulging in late-night eats. Izakayas serve mouth-watering dishes like yakitori (grilled skewers), gyoza (dumplings), and sashimi. For a truly unique experience, visit a yokocho, or drinking alley, where you can sample street food favorites in a lively atmosphere.

Tokyo's nightlife is a vibrant tapestry of bars, clubs, and unique experiences that cater to every reveler's taste. From intimate cocktail lounges to themed bars and pulsating dance floors, Tokyo's nightlife offers endless possibilities for exploration and enjoyment. So, grab your friends, navigate the neon-lit streets, and dive into the eclectic world of Tokyo after dark, where the night is young, and unforgettable memories are waiting to be made.