Top Tokyo Holidays - page 4

After guiding passengers for 22 years as a conductor on the JR Chuo Line, Samurai Guide Sho weaves the Chuo Line train ride, local neighborhoods beyond the usual tourist areas, distinctive taprooms, and the character of each beer into one journey. Travel from town to town by train, visiting multiple taprooms and enjoying locally brewed craft beer in the atmosphere of each neighborhood. This time, you are the “passenger.” Travel comfortably both ways from Shinjuku aboard the JR Chuo Line Green Car (premium seating). When the train doors open, a slower side of Tokyo begins. Choose the beers you like, enjoy them at your own pace, and pay only for what you drink. That freedom is part of the appeal of this experience. You can also pick up local food along the way, bring it into the taprooms, and enjoy it with locally brewed beer. No beer expertise is needed. What matters is simply enjoying each beer in your own way and tasting the local beers each town has to offer.

Hosted by the historic Kahoku Sake Brewery, offering an authentic brewery-led sake experience Learn to taste sake using a dedicated tasting sheet—a delicious and educational journey Explore terroir-focused pairings with regional specialties from Daigo Town A hands-on sake kasu (sake lees) experience features a naturally sweet amazake liqueur, highlighting the Japanese spirit of using every part of the rice with gratitude and no waste More than just a pairing: participants receive a Sake Terroir Certificate and a premium souvenir

Explore Tokyo’s hidden cocktail culture on our Hidden Cocktail Tour - a curated journey through one of the city’s most stylish and cocktail-forward neighborhoods. Guided by a local expert, you’ll visit four exclusive bars and secret speakeasies, each showcasing Japan’s mastery of mixology. Enjoy innovative cocktails, featuring ingredients like yuzu, matcha, and house-infused shochu or gin. Small plates are paired with each drink to elevate the tasting experience. This intimate evening blends local flavor, cultural insight, and the quiet thrill of uncovering Tokyo’s best-kept bar secrets. Vegan-friendly and non-alcoholic options are available, making it accessible for guests ages 14 and up (note: Japan’s legal drinking age is 20). - Discover four hidden cocktail bars in upscale Ebisu - Sip expertly crafted drinks using Japanese ingredients and techniques - Enjoy a relaxed, small-group setting with your local guide - Vegan and non-drinking options available on request

Dive deep into the history of sake with a private tour through one of Tokyo’s oldest sake breweries. See a different side of the city and relax as you sample several different varieties of sake and learn about the brewing process. Enjoy a leisurely day packed with culture, sake, and a delicious Japanese lunch.

Whether you want to make new friends in Tokyo or celebrate a special occasion with your best pals, this nighttime Shinjuku bar crawl tour is the ideal choice. See Shinjuku’s nightlife and food scene through the eyes of a local, trying gyoza (dumplings), sushi (a traditional Japanese rice dish), and more, with plenty of sake (Japanese rice wine) to wash it down (your expense).

Looking for something far beyond the usual izakaya night out? Welcome to Momomaru, Shibuya’s legendary entertainment izakaya where every evening turns into an unforgettable performance. This isn’t just dinner.. it’s an explosion of energy, music, comedy, and chaos, all wrapped up in Japan’s unique nightlife culture. From the moment you enter, you’ll know this is not an ordinary restaurant. Staff in outrageous costumes greet you, the atmosphere is buzzing, and the stage is set for a night that constantly surprises. Between bites of delicious Japanese food and sips of your drink, you’ll witness hilarious, over-the-top live performances, sometimes right at your table! Expect singing, dancing, and interactive antics that blur the line between audience and performer.

Directed by Denjiro Tanaka, a former Kabuki actor who is now one of the leading performers in Kabuki music, this show offers an easygoing way to enjoy “authentic Kabuki.” With "Traditional Japanese Drums", "Sword Fighting", and an “Experience” for the audience to enjoy, you can enjoy a quiet yet exciting cultural show. One of the attractions of this show is the original drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) that can only be enjoyed here. After the 80-minute show, you will meet your guide at the venue exit. While the excitement of the performance is still fresh, let's head out into the night in Shinjuku. During a 1.5-hour bar hopping tour, your guide will take you to the mysteriously sparkling Golden Gai. NOTES* -The drink cost at Golden Gai is not included in the tour price. -Please bring CASH to Bar Hopping. (some of bars doesn't accept credit cards)

Kabukicho is one of the largest entertainment districts not only in Japan but in Asia. As an electronics district and a financial district, it also has a rich entertainment culture and nightlife. Rather than physical souvenirs, the best souvenirs will be fun memories of a different culture from a different country! I will guide you around Shinjuku local areas. not only bars. like big discount store [Don Quijote][Godzilla Head] ,and around Kabukicho. You can experience traditional Japanese bars[Golden Gai][Memorable bai] & talking with other tourist and locals in metropolis Shinjuku. If you want to go Japanese public bath ,I can guide you public hot bath[Sentou] near here ,even if you have a Tattoos. Do you know [Hanazono shrine] is entertainer Deity spot? You can see entertainer Deity in kabukityou area shrine. By visiting local bars, public baths and shrines, you can learn about Japanese traditions and history, interact with the locals and get to know Japan on a deeper level.

Experiencing a city’s nightlife scene can be a great way to see a different side of your destination, but if you’re unfamiliar with the local bars and clubs, it can be tricky to plan your evening. On this bar crawl experience, join a host and fellow travelers and discover some of Tokyo’s most popular venues.

If you’ve ever been curious about distinguishing between different types of sake, then this lesson and tasting session is the perfect way to learn. As well as trying a selection of sakes, the experience also includes delicious food pairings, with a chance to try food specialties, such as “yakitori” chicken skewers.

My name is Koichi. I will guide you to underground restaurants in Shinjuku. This plan includes some drinks and food in the price by default. Shinjuku's Kabukicho is an underground place. "Golden area" is an even deeper place, lined with bars that have an atmosphere like the Japanese version of the speakeasy bars of the US prohibition era. I will introduce three places, selected by me. Koichi, our guide, lives in Shinjuku Ward, about 15 minutes by car from Kabukicho. I know about Shinjuku a lot, and I'm very good at English. I previously lived in Manhattan and Philadelphia for about two years around 2011. I am a certified public accountant of the United States. I have many friends in the United States, Europe, Taiwan, China, Thailand, the Middle East, etc., and is very friendly.

Learn the ins and outs of one of Japan’s most delectable spirits—Japanese whisky—during this small-group tasting experience. Join a private guide to drink like a true Tokyo resident at a locally-run bar, where you’ll get an insider’s run-down of Japan’s most esteemed labels. Enjoy samples that are usually costly and difficult to find, including award-winning bottles of aged whisky, in this under-the-radar watering hole.

Experience the nostalgic and deep world of Tokyo night with an English-speaking guide! Shinjuku Golden Gai is an area where nearly 300 bars and restaurants are lined up like matchboxes in wooden row houses built after World War II. The somewhat bewitching and seductive mood of the town attracts people, and in recent years it has become a tourist attraction for many foreigners visiting Japan. The standard fare in Golden Gai is a “Hashigo-zake” (bar hopping)! Our English-speaking guide, who is familiar with Golden Gai, will take you to several unique recommended bars. Enjoy an unforgettable night together! *If you gonna order more than 2 drinks, cash must be ready to pay at the bar.

What makes this activity special is the rare opportunity to step inside a real, working lantern workshop in Tokyo and learn directly from a skilled chochin craftsman. Rather than a staged experience, guests take part in an authentic hands-on process using traditional washi paper and tools. Each participant creates a one-of-a-kind lantern to take home, making this not just a workshop, but a meaningful cultural experience and a lasting souvenir of Japan.

This is a safe and very enjoyable tour! Local guides will guide you while explaining in English! Even if you are new to Japan, you can enjoy the deep area of Shinjuku with no worries. First, enjoy the beautiful looking sushi! Please enjoy it with your favorite sake. Here, we serve Temari Sushi. Temari-zushi is a bite-sized sushi shaped like a round ball, which looks lovely and is used for celebrations. Before we move on to the next restaurant, let's take a look at a historical building. Take a stroll through the historic Hanazono Shrine and then the famous Golden Gai. This bustling area is lined with restaurants and eateries in intricate, narrow alleys. You can enjoy the unique Japanese scenery. We will stop at one in Golden Gai After the unique Golden Gai, enjoy karaoke at a craft beer bar!

Meeting other travelers in an unfamiliar city takes more effort than most solo visitors anticipate—this social evening in Shibuya is structured specifically around that problem, with party games designed to make introductions straightforward. Local Japanese attendees looking to practice English also join on occasion, adding a cross-cultural element to the evening.

Drinking at Tokyo's bars can feel intimidating on your own, but this Shinjuku party is ideal for solo travelers who want to meet new friends from around the world. Enjoy a night out in one of Tokyo's liveliest nighttime districts without the language barrier and with good company. Enjoy free-flowing drinks and keep the party going with fun games like Uno and Jenga.

Best local pub crawl tour in Asakusa! A Night of History, Culture, Food and Friendship! During the day, travelers flock to Asakusa to visit Senso-ji Temple and its vibrant shopping streets. But the true magic of Tokyo’s oldest neighborhood begins after dark or local foodie places. Join our Asakusa pub crawl tour and explore the secret side of this historic district with local guide, great food, and real connections! -Visit 3 unique places — Best Ramen, hidden taverns, local only bar! -Learn about Asakusa’s deep history from Edo(1860s) to today! -Interact with locals, share stories, and make new friends! -Taste authentic Japanese drinks! -Small group experience and solo travelers welcome. Let the night reveal the treasures the daytime crowds never see. Let’s have a once in life moment together! We're guiding people Since 2018 in Tokyo: 50,000+ guests, 4,000+ reviews, 4.98⭐ average so far!!! If you could feel memorable time in Japan, it's the company's greatest pleasure. Cheers!

If you’re visiting Tokyo alone, it can be tricky to know how to experience the city's legendary nightlife on your own. This fun-filled evening in Shibuya is designed specifically for socializing, with unlimited drinks, party games, and plenty of opportunities to make new friends from Japan and around the world.

Do you know that there are many different types of sushi? In this class, you can learn how to make futomaki and temari sushi, both of which are perfect for parties. Futomaki is a thick roll of sushi topped with sushi rice and several ingredients on a sheet of nori. Temari-sushi is sushi topped with sashimi and vegetables on a round formed piece of rice. Both are characterized by their gorgeous appearance. In Japan, it is a popular dish for celebratory occasions. In the lesson, we will carefully teach you how to make them, so please join us. You can fully experience the meticulousness of Japanese cuisine. Also, you can learn how to make miso soup and tamagoyaki (omelet), two essential Japanese home-style dishes.

Explore parts of Tokyo that tourists don't often see on this private cat cafe and bar tour that takes you through Yanaka and Yushima. Avoid getting lost in the areas since your private guide will handle the navigation. Explore at your own pace on the private tour—you can even shop for cat-themed souvenirs in Yanaka.

Tokyo's nightlife scene is legendary but the language barrier and cultural etiquette can feel intimidating to visitors. Enjoy a stress-free night out on the town on this small-group bar-hopping tour that takes you into hidden areas of downtown Ueno that only the locals know about. Your night out includes drinks, as well as snacks to soak them up.

Looking for a fun and authentic night out in Tokyo—just like the locals do it? Join this small-group evening tour and dive into the vibrant nightlife of Shinjuku, one of Tokyo’s most energetic and iconic entertainment districts. You’ll visit three different izakayas and bars, each offering a completely different vibe, as you explore the neon-lit streets that never sleep.

Shinjuku is packed with great food and nightlife, but finding authentic spots can be overwhelming unless you put in the hours of research time. This guided tour removes the guesswork by taking you to three local izakayas or bars, where your guide recommends dishes, translates menus, and helps you order with confidence—a perfect way to experience Tokyo like locals do.