Neon nightlife in Japan’s quirky capital
Neon nightlife in Japan’s quirky capital
Neon nightlife in Japan’s quirky capital
Neon nightlife in Japan’s quirky capital
Neon nightlife in Japan’s quirky capital
Neon nightlife in Japan’s quirky capital
Neon nightlife in Japan’s quirky capital
Neon nightlife in Japan’s quirky capital
Neon nightlife in Japan’s quirky capital
Neon nightlife in Japan’s quirky capital
Neon nightlife in Japan’s quirky capital

What you'll do

Dive into the whirlwind of Tokyo by night, experiencing its unique bar culture as you hop between ramshackle izakaya bars and standing tachinomiya taverns - it won’t be long before you’re cheering ‘kanpai!’ with noisy locals over cups of sake. Discover that Japanese drinking culture is more about the food that goes with those drinks, as your host effortlessly orders plates of grilled gyoza dumplings and karaage (Japanese fried chicken). Then from tiny yokocho (alleyways) which feel like you’ve stepped back in time, you could throw yourself into your own private booth in an ultra-modern karaoke bar. 

Where you’ll go

Where you’ll go all depends on your style! From glitzy Ginza in the heart of Tokyo, with its sleek cocktail bars and the Kabuki-za Theater where you could catch a traditional Japanese dance performance, to Roppongi, the buzzing nightlife district which is known for its all-night karaoke bars (and the 24 hour ramen joints you’ll need to visit afterward!), Tokyo has a district for every mood. Shinjuku is a maze of yokocho - lantern-lit alleyways bursting with quirky izakaya - and you could spend your whole night in  Omoide Yokocho, or break away from the sake and snacking to hit Akihabara Electric Town, a pocket of Shinjuku that’s a shopping paradise for electronics, and becomes a kaleidoscope of LED-lights after dark. 

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 4 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking Tour

  • Hosted in English (On request: Arabic, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Enjoy a night out in Tokyo with a host by your side to show you the ropes
  • Bar hop through the tiny, ramshackle bars in Golden Gai or enjoy a more relaxed drink at a couple of izakaya and tachinomiya
  • Stroll along one of the many yokocho, the historic alleyways that are packed with eateries and bars
  • Sing your heart out at a traditional karaoke venue
  • Go night shopping at one of the city's iconic shopping centers - not recommended after too much sake though
  • Get advice from your host about where else to experience the best of Tokyo’s nightlife

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalized itinerary
  • 4 hours in the city with a host
  • Cover charge at one bar in Golden Gai or another area of your choice
  • 2 beers, high-balls or soft drinks
  • Walking experience ( if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options )
  • Hotel meet-up ( available on request for central location )

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks other than the ones included above
  • Cover charges to additional venues other than the one included above (please see Important Information section below)
  • Rental fees of karaoke venues or tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 14 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    Our guide, Kenji, met us at our hotel and showed us a great time through the nightlife of Tokyo. That was even after we asked for some last minute changes he was able to be flexible and find some great spots for us to enjoy. Kenji was knowledgeable and thorough and i would highly recommend his tours.

    January 2020

    Geoff C

    Michael was an exceptional host. We go to see the totally non touristy side to Tokyo with lots of detailed cultural insights. Food, drink, nightlife, neighbourhoods. We covered it all. Can not recommend enough.

    November 2019

    Charlie L

    We did 4 different tours in Tokyo. "Tokyo's nocturnal playground", and "Eat and drink like a local"; this two where probably the highlights of our trip; both host, Kenji and Sergio; they are fun, knowledge and very helpful. I will definitely recommend this company; we change few times the days and book last minute and they were super accommodating, so if you don't know Japan you definitely need somebody like them!

    October 2018

    Ines L

    I had a great evening tour with Yuji, exploring areas of Tokyo off the traditional tourist route that were vibrant and lots of fun, mixing with locals. Communication was easy and I highly recommend touring with Yuji to gain insight into the culture and local haunts.

    May 2018

    Coralie A

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