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15 Bar Crawls & Tastings in Tokyo Worth Booking

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The 15 best bar crawls & tastings you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Tokyo Bar Hopping Tour in Shinjuku (All-You-Can-Drink + Dinner) - Second stop: Kabukicho for louder izakaya energy
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Tokyo Bar Hopping Tour in Shinjuku (All-You-Can-Drink + Dinner)

1.Tokyo Bar Hopping Tour in Shinjuku (All-You-Can-Drink + Dinner)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,587 reviews · from $106Our pick

Spend about three hours with a local guide such as Yusuke, Yohei, Mao, or Nao, visiting three Shinjuku drinking spots. You’ll sample izakaya food, drinks, and backstreet nightlife in Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai, with a group capped at seven people.

“We enjoyed our tour, but it would have been more fun I think if we'd had a bigger group. There were 4 participants, and my family was 3 of those! I'm not sure it made it too much fun for the one other person either. Also, while we very much enjoyed meeting our guide and spending time with her, she admitted she was young and not really a drinker, which I think had something to do with us not actually drinking much on the tour. At least, not the drinking one expected on a something called a "drinking tour." We did feel we got plenty of food, which was nice…”

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Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (4 Stops, 14+ Tastings) - Starting around Nishishinjuku
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Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (4 Stops, 14+ Tastings)

2.Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (4 Stops, 14+ Tastings)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,863 reviews · from $92

Spend 3.5 hours eating and drinking through Shinjuku with a bilingual guide such as Taiga, Yusuke, Nobu, or Chi. Visit four izakaya areas, taste 14-plus dishes, enjoy three drinks, and walk through Kabukicho, Golden Gai, and Omoide Yokocho. Food choices vary, and dietary requests need advance notice.

“The drinks were good especially the sake which is fairly new to me. The food was delicious and the amount we had generous. The small group meant you got to chat to everyone. The star of the night was Nobuto. Friendly, knowledgeable, welcoming and he just made everything work. We had a really good time, thanks to Nobuto, cheers mate!”

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Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Bar and Izakaya Guided Walking Tour - Starting among the lanterns at Omoide Yokocho
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Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Bar and Izakaya Guided Walking Tour

3.Shinjuku Local Bar and Izakaya Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,794 reviews · 3 hours · from $34

Start at Omoide Yokocho, walk through Kabukicho and Golden Gai, then visit local bars and izakayas with an English-speaking guide such as Nao, Naoya, Toshi, or Kei. Admission is included, but bring cash for food and drinks. The night ends with karaoke.

“Yutaro was amazing. He was super energetic and extremely knowledgeable about the Shinjuku area. The bars were fantastic! Great way to get to meet people from all over the world and spend a wonderful evening in Tokyo.”

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Shibuya Meltdown Nightlife Tour: All-You-Can-Drink Bar Hopping - Shibuya Crossing and the Hachiko meeting point
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Shibuya Meltdown Nightlife Tour: All-You-Can-Drink Bar Hopping

4.Shibuya Meltdown Nightlife Tour: All-You-Can-Drink Bar Hopping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,058 reviews · from $106

Follow local guides such as Naoki, Mayu, Daichi, or Lisa through Shibuya’s small izakayas and bars. You’ll visit three distinct venues, eat enough for dinner, choose drinks at a meat-alley stop, and may finish with karaoke. Groups are capped at eight, though small or private tours can occur.

“Great experience. One of the best tours we’ve had in Tokyo. A must try next time you come! Great good too”

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Tokyo: Pub Crawl and Bar Tour - Starting at Bar Propaganda around 8:15 PM
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Tokyo: Pub Crawl and Bar Tour

5.Pub Crawl and Bar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 951 reviews · 5 hours · from $27Best value

Meet at Bar Propaganda in Roppongi for a five-hour night of welcome shots, social games, and visits to local bars before finishing at SEL Octagon Tokyo. English and Japanese-speaking hosts, including KT, Leah, Crystal, and Andrew on various nights, keep the group moving and help solo visitors meet people.

“I’ve been on multiple pub crawls in multiple countries and this was the best pub crawl I’ve ever been on! All the tour guides were amazing, although one stood out with his amazing dance moves and good vibes! I’d highly recommend it :)”

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Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl Tour - Golden Gai is the night’s most unusual setting
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Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl Tour

6.Shinjuku Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 890 reviews · from $39

Join a small-group evening walk through Shinjuku’s Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai. Your English-speaking guide helps with ordering, explains local nightlife, and may finish with sake or karaoke. Food and drinks cost extra, and groups can reach 15 people.

“It was very difficult to find the starting point and the guide. He had no sign. The group was too large to hear what he was telling us. We lost some of the group because too large. Also we didn’t realize we would be sitting down at each spot. We expected a quick stock try a local drink then move on.”

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Tokyo: Shinjuku Bar Hopping with All-You-Can-Drink & Dinner - Meeting at the west side of Shinjuku Station
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Tokyo: Shinjuku Bar Hopping with All-You-Can-Drink & Dinner

7.Shinjuku Bar Hopping with All-You-Can-Drink & Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 440 reviews · 3 hours · from $108

Join an English-speaking guide such as Yuki, Naoki, or Mao for three hours of food, drinks, and local nightlife in Shinjuku. Visit Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, and Golden Gai, with dinner, two drinks at the first bar, unlimited drinks at the second, and one drink at the last.

“Icchan was the highlight of this. He has the best sense of humour and is beyond knowledgeable about the area and kimonos.”

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Shibuya: Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl - Stop one: food and conversation at an izakaya
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Shibuya: Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl

8.Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 354 reviews · 3 hours · from $29

Meet your English-speaking guide at Mizuho Bank in Shibuya and spend three hours visiting three local bars and izakayas. Expect Japanese food, sake, conversation, and often karaoke. Guides such as Tomomi, Kento, Shota, Miyabi, and Yushi can adjust the evening for dietary needs and preferred drinks or venues.

“a very lovely experience and the saki tasting was very nice with a good spot, tomomi was lovely and very personable with good knowledge of the area, and involving herself well with the group and getting to know everyone”

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Ramen and Sushi Cooking Class with Sake Pairing Set in Tokyo - Sushi is the most hands-on part
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Ramen and Sushi Cooking Class with Sake Pairing Set in Tokyo

9.Ramen and Sushi Cooking Class with Sake Pairing Set in Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 291 reviews · from $79

Meet your English-speaking instructors at HAUS Tsukishima for a three-hour class covering sushi, ramen broth, and sake. Sato, Ryushi, Alex, Taka, and Kaori are among the teaching team named by past participants. You cook, eat, and return to the meeting point.

“This was such an amazing experience! I loved every minute of it & Kaori was such a great host! Thank to her and the rest of the team for a memorable experience.”

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Sake Tasting Masterclass in Shinjuku (8+ Varieties with a Pro) - The tasting flight: six or more styles, sometimes ten
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Sake Tasting Masterclass in Shinjuku (8+ Varieties with a Pro)

10.Sake Tasting Masterclass in Shinjuku (8+ Varieties with a Pro)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 271 reviews · from $72

Meet a sake sommelier in Shinjuku for a two-hour tasting covering brewing, labels, styles, and food pairing. You will sample at least six varieties, often more, with snacks and a tasting chart. Hosts such as Max, Joe, Tadashi, and Andrea keep the class friendly and practical.

“Max was very engaging and entertaining. Educational experience with a certified sake sommelier. Highly recommend.”

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Sake Omakase in Tokyo: Guided Tasting by Certified Sommeliers - Infusions and vessels add the playful surprises
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Sake Omakase in Tokyo: Guided Tasting by Certified Sommeliers

11.Sake Omakase in Tokyo: Guided Tasting by Certified Sommeliers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 239 reviews · from $79

At Sake Studio in central Tokyo, certified sommeliers such as Eric, Aaron, Frank, and Phillip guide you through seven Japan-exclusive sakes in four themed courses. Expect rice comparisons, temperature changes, infused flavors, different cups, generous refills, and small pairings in an intimate six-person room.

“Absolutely INCREDIBLE experience! Truly one of the best things we did on our trip and we learned a lot.”

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Tokyo: The Best of Izakaya in Shinjuku Food & Cultural Tour - Walking through Golden Gai and Kabukicho
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Tokyo: The Best of Izakaya in Shinjuku Food & Cultural Tour

12.The Best of Izakaya in Shinjuku Food & Cultural Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 221 reviews · 3 hours · from $129

Join an English-speaking guide such as Joe, Max, Chizuru, or Nobu for an evening of Shinjuku food, sake, and local history. Expect 14 or more dishes, two alcoholic drinks, narrow Golden Gai lanes, and a small group capped at 10 people.

“Nobu was the friendliest guide there could be. He interacted with everyone and got the rest of the group comfortable with one another. Answered any questions we had, (we all had a lot) and just let us have a fun and memorable experience. When coming back to Japan we will get in touch and have him recommend us places. His energy alone is what made the experience, the places he chose were all amazing in their each individual way. I also loved how he kept us informed and interactive with pronunciation of places and dishes. Anyone looking for an amazing experience into the Japanese food culture, this is the way…”

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Tokyo: Shibuya Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl Tour - Starting beneath Shibuya Crossing
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Tokyo: Shibuya Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl Tour

13.Shibuya Local Bar & Izakaya Crawl Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 218 reviews · from $39

Meet at 8 p.m. near Shibuya Crossing for a three-hour walking night out with an English-speaking guide. You’ll visit an izakaya, local bars, and possibly a sake or karaoke spot. Guides such as Kota, Ken, Sora, and Riku are praised for friendly conversation and help with local customs. Food and drinks cost extra.

“Our tour guide was really funny after she had a few drinks and she did a great job of showing us around even after our time was up. We met some great people also and had a blast at the karaoke!!”

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3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Nightlife Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya - Starting outside Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu at 7 p.m.
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3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Nightlife Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya

14.3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Nightlife Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 209 reviews · from $46

Meet outside Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu at 7 p.m. for a three-hour crawl through two to four bars and clubs. You’ll get shots between stops, meet an international group, and follow guides such as Yuri-san into Shibuya nightlife, with your own venue drinks extra.

“Well. There were only 3 participants (including me), and we did not really get on. The first bar was completely dead and kinda run down. The second bar was nice, but also empty. The third bar was completely overcrowded and loud. Kinda niRead more”

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Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Bar Hopping Walking Tour - Omoide Yokocho starts with food and atmosphere
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Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Bar Hopping Walking Tour

15.Shinjuku Local Bar Hopping Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · from $118

Spend three hours with a local guide in Shinjuku, moving from an izakaya near Omoide Yokocho to Kabukicho and a Nishishinjuku sake bar. Your $118 ticket covers dinner, four drinks, and four sake tastings. Guides such as Haru and Yo add neighborhood stories and food tips.

“We really enjoyed this tour - Haru took us to some great pubs we wouldn’t have otherwise found, in a neighborhood that we found to be confusing to navigate on our own.”

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