Shinjuku Walking Tour: Godzilla, Golden Gai & Street Food
Join a 4-hour guided walking tour of Shinjuku–Tokyo’s largest entertainment district! Visit essential landmarks like Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, Hanazono Shrine, & Godzilla. This tour is FREE for kids!
Highlights
This experience is FREE for children
Join a 4-hour walking tour of Shinjuku alongside a knowledgeable guide
Enjoy a variety of Japanese food: Yakitori (chicken skewers), sushi (assorted nigiri), yakiniku (wagyu cuts), seafood (scallops, octopus, shrimp)
Experience Tokyo nightlife in the city’s top entertainment district
Visit Shinjuku landmarks like Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, Nishi-Shinjuku, Hanazono Shrine, and more
10 meals
Experience Details
Join Adam–a passionate guide who knows Tokyo like the back of his hand–for a tour of Shinjuku’s essential spots! You’ll visit a selection of local restaurants, and check out Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, Nishi-Shinjuku and Hanazono Shrine, before setting your sights on Godzilla. Did we mention this tour is FREE for children? But more on that later.
Shinjuku is one of Tokyo's 23 special wards. As of 2020, it had a population of around 350,000 people, making it one of the most densely populated areas in Tokyo. Shinjuku needs no introduction in terms of its nightlife and energy–as Tokyo’s largest entertainment district, it’s impossible to get bored as the area constantly evolves and transforms as the sun goes down. Join a 4-hour guided walking tour of Shinjuku and tour all the essential landmarks like Omoide Yokocho, Kabukicho, Nishi-Shinjuku, Hanazono Shrine, and more. You’ll visit 4 local restaurants to feast on Japanese food including yakitori (chicken skewers), sushi (assorted nigiri), yakiniku (wagyu cuts), seafood (scallops, octopus, shrimp). Thirsty? Soft drinks and water are also included in this experience!
Earlier, we mentioned that children can join this tour for free–you heard that right, folks! If you’re coming with little ones in tow, they can join this experience with you free of charge. Specify how many will be joining you upon booking.
Whether you're a nocturnal wanderer seeking thrilling nightlife, a culture enthusiast intrigued by traditional shrines, or just someone keen to soak in the urban spectacle, Shinjuku offers a kaleidoscope of experiences that cater to every taste.
Inclusions
Food from 4 different stops in Shinjuku: Yakitori (chicken skewers), Sushi (a variety of nigiri), yakiniku (wagyu cuts), seafood (scallops, octopus, shrimp)
4-hour guided walking tour of Shinjuku
Soft drinks & water
Some local desserts
Exclusions
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
In front of Uniqlo Shinjuku Nishiguchi shop (Shinjuku West Exit Shop) - 3 minutes walk from JR Shinjuku station West Exit - More details will be shared upon booking.
Remarks
This experience is free for kids! Please specify the number of children who will be attending on the checkout page
Please wear comfortable shoes, because there will be a lot of walking!
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
The tour was ok. In honesty it wasn't anything special, maybe the tour guide wasn't super confident or experienced in this area. She was friendly but was not as informative or fun as others done in...read more
Eugene and Rosa were knowledgeable, friendly and lovely. The food was delicious, the sights were excellent and I would recommend this tour.
Hello Karen, thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear that you had a fantastic time on the Food Tour with our guides Eugene and Rosa. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the...Read more
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10 meals
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