Shibuya night tour: Izakaya, bars, and sake in the entertainment capital of Tokyo.

Explore Shibuya’s famous nightlife and food scene.

• Guided tour of buzzing Shibuya
• Sample and learn about Japanese sake at a speciality sake bar.
• Enjoy and array of charcoal grilled Yakitori at a lively izakaya.
• Enjoy traditional okonomiyai in an old house hidden in love hotel hill
• Enjoy a drink in Nombei Yokocho (drunkard’s alley)
• All food and drink included

What we’ll do

The world famous district of Shibuya is often the first port of calling on many visitors trip to Tokyo.  There’s no better place to get the quintessential nightlife experience.   On our Shibuya bar and izakaya tour soak up Shibuya’s unique and neon lit atmosphere, explore the vibrant center gai street,   have a drink in one of nombei yokocho (drunkard’s alley) ‘s tiny bars, learn about and sample sake in a hidden basement sake bar, get the full izakaya experience at a delectable yakitori bar and make your own okonomiyaki pancakes at a traditional restaurant hidden away in love hotel hill.    Get a great introduction into Japanese food and drink culture,  try a variety of drinks, sample Japanese sake, and feast on at least 10 different dishes. 

The Izakaya experience

Izakaya are a quintessential part of Japanese drinking culture and a trip to Japan would not be complete without a visit to one. What is an Izakaya? It is hard to define but an Izakaya is often translated as a pub or a tavern but this doesn’t really answer the question. Izakaya are part pub and part restaurant and are basically places where friends or coworkers gather over drinks and food for a good time.  From hole in the wall joints to sprawling chains, izakaya come in all shapes and sizes.  However the best Izakayas are often hidden away or do not have English menus. Have a chance to visit them with a local Japan guide on this Tokyo food tour.

Dishes in Izakaya

The food might be described as ‘small plates’ and can consist of everything from yakitori to sashimi to fried chicken or pickles and edamame.
Dishes are ordered and shared amongst everyone. This allows everyone to get a taste of everything that is ordered. It’s a great where to sample a large variety of dishes accompanied by a cold drink and good conversation.

Shibuya

Shibuya is probably the most recognizable area of Tokyo from the famous scramble crossing, rumoured to be the busiest in the world, to Tokyo’s favorite meeting spot, the statue of Hachiko the dog, nothing says welcome to Tokyo like a visit to Shibuya. The entertainment capital of the city, neon lights blaze along the street, Jpop songs blare from passing trucks, and throngs of people fill the streets looking for fun. You can find everything in Shibuya, from huge department stores to tiny specialist boutiques, from gigantic karaoke parlours to tiny jazz bars, from high class sushi bars to raucous izakayas. Shibuya has it all.

Shibuya at Night

As evening turns into night and the shoppers turn into fun seekers Shibuya lights up your senses. Students, office workers and merry makers flock to Shibuya, filling up their izakayas, bars, restaurants and concert venues.  After dinner revelers flock to the many bars, clubs and karaoke parlours.  Many chose to skip the last train and keep the party going.   There really is something for everyone in Shibuya. Come join us for a night to remember as we explore the backstreets of Shibuya from ‘nombei yokocho’ (drunkard’s alley) to love hotel hill, via the raucous canter gai.   Shibuya should not be missed.