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Tokyo Izakaya Crawl: Eat & Drink Like a Local in Kichijoji

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Musashino, Japan
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Tokyo's best izakaya nights happen in tiny alley bars, and this small-group crawl through Kichijoji's Harmonica Alley opens doors that you might have otherwise missed. Visit four or five stalls and bars over the evening, with several plates of food included. Your guide handles the ordering, explains the customs at the drinking table, and translates as you go.
  • Spend an evening like a local on this tour of authentic izakaya in Tokyo
  • Meet regulars over the counter instead of eating among tourists
  • Pay once and cover every plate served across the night
  • Skip the guesswork of choosing bars in a maze of narrow alleys

Sample Menu

Starter

Japanese Dishes

Seasonal dishes and unique Japanese cuisine you've never tried before at Japanese izakayas!

What's Included

  • Dinner
    Sample a variety of traditional izakaya dishes and street food from food stalls(6-7 plates and all food included in tour price) Try all the local specialties and seasonal offerings!
  • Private transportation
  • Alcoholic Beverages
    Drinks are not included in the tour. Drinks are typically 400-700 yen, or $2.5-$5 and I have great recommendation at each bars!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Baskin Robbins
    1-chōme-4-18 Kichijōji Honchō, Musashino, Tokyo 180-0004, Japan

    Take the North Exit of "Kichijoji" station, and you'll find Baskin-Robbins to your left. Please message or call me if you can't find it! This tour starts at 6 pm!

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start time
.6:00 pm

Itinerary

Kichijoji (Pass By)

1

Hamonika Yokocho Kichijoji

2 hours 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Age: 20+ only for public tours. All ages welcome for Private Tours.
  • Dietary: Cannot accommodate strict vegan, vegetarian, or severe gluten (Celiac) allergies due to traditional kitchen methods.
  • Requests: Flexible dietary needs? Please notify us before booking to discuss with the guide.
  • Smoking: Many local bars allow smoking. This tour may not be suitable for those with smoke allergies or sensitivities.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

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based on 38 reviews
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Give this one a go!

Deanne_K, May 2026
Visited some local places that we could not have done so without a local guide. Hibi was accommodating with a passion for local venues . Heaps of food, great drinks. Put this on your list!

Great tour

Yvonne_Z, Nov 2025
My husband and I had a great time with Hibi exploring the bar and izakaya food scene in Kichijoji. This place is such a hidden gem. We love the whole vibe the locals are really chilled and friendly. If you want to be away from the tourists and explore where the locals eat and drink then I highly recommend you to book this tour.

Fantastic Night Out

Karen_S, Apr 2025
What a fantastic experience! Hibi took us to places we'd never venture to ourselves as they are super local and very tiny. We had lots of opportunities to interact with the locals (including some impromptu singing). Hibi is an enthusiastic guide who knows her way around the area. Such a fun and memorable evening!

Off the beaten track

Sara_G, May 2025
En virkelig god tur i et meget hyggeligt område af Tokyo som ellers er let at overse. De lokale var søde og vi smagte forskellige lækre sager. Kan kun anbefale denne her tur til alle, der vil se noget andet end det alle ser, tog gerne til området inden, så der er tid til at gå rundt og se inden turen starter.

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