Shinjuku Izakaya Food Walking Tour with 14 Tastings and Drinks

Your experience 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.