Tokyo Night Walk: Shibuya & Shinjuku Hidden Alleys
Omvisninger
Guidede omvisninger
Kultur og historie
For voksne
Turer i nabolaget
Informative aktiviteter
Skjulte perler
Private omvisninger
Sightseeing
Explore Tokyo's nightlife on a walking tour of Shibuya and Shinjuku. Learn about the city's history, culture, and etiquette while discovering hidden alleyways and neon districts.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Tokyo's nightlife with a local guide
- Discover the stories, architecture, and etiquette of Tokyo's nightlife
- Explore the neon districts and hidden alleyways of Shibuya and Shinjuku
- Learn useful Japanese phrases for ordering, paying, and being polite
- Get tips on how to enjoy Tokyo's nightlife responsibly and safely
Description
Experience Tokyo after dark through a cultural walking tour in two of its most famous areas: Shibuya and Shinjuku. Instead of joining a party or drinking event, this tour focuses on learning the stories, architecture, habits, and etiquette behind Tokyo’s nightlife while safely exploring neon districts and hidden alleyways with a local guide.
The journey begins at the famous Hachiko statue in Shibuya. Here you will learn how this area developed into one of the busiest intersections in the world. Together, you will walk to Shibuya Crossing to view the movement of people and lights from ideal photo angles. The guide will share the history behind the crossing, why it became a symbol of Tokyo, and tips to enjoy the area like a local.
After passing through Center Street and small backstreets filled with restaurants, shops, and signboards, the group takes a short train ride to Shinjuku. Guests experience public transportation as locals do, learning how to navigate stations, ticket gates, and rush-hour etiquette in Japan.
In Shinjuku, the tour explores two famous alleyway districts: Omoide Yokocho and Golden Gai. In Omoide Yokocho, you will hear about its post-war origins, why it became a landmark for small eateries, and how visitors should behave in narrow dining spaces. Next, in Golden Gai, the guide explains why each tiny venue has its own theme, how these businesses survive in limited spaces, and the local rules that help protect intimate establishments and customers. Guests do not enter bars as a group, but can purchase snacks or drinks individually if they choose.
Throughout the experience, your guide teaches useful Japanese phrases for ordering, paying, or showing polite behavior in crowded places. You will also receive safety tips that help travelers avoid tourist traps, understand prices, respect photography rules, and enjoy nightlife responsibly.
This walking tour is ideal for visitors who want to explore Tokyo’s nightlife in a culturally respectful way. Instead of focusing on drinking, it provides local information, practical tips, and memorable insights that help guests enjoy Japan confidently—even after the tour ends.
Includes
Local guide
Cultural explanations
Important Information
- This is a cultural walking tour and not a drinking, bar-hopping, or party activity
Guests may purchase food or drinks individually if they wish, but it is not required
The tour does not enter bars or small venues as a group to respect local etiquette and space limitations
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the tour involves walking through crowded streets and narrow alleyways
The tour operates rain or shine; please dress according to the weather
The guided portion of the experience ends in Shinjuku; the guide will assist with directions and trains afterward
Public transportation fare (around 160 JPY) is not included and must be paid separately by each guest
Easy cancellation
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