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Izakaya Hopping Dinner Tour
Three local izakaya. One knowledgeable local guide. A private dinner-time tour that feels like having a friend in Tokyo.
Tokyo
3 hrs
Private · From 1 guest
Overview
Izakaya is a casual Japanese dining spot where people gather over drinks and shared dishes. On this private dinner-time tour, explore three carefully selected izakaya in a Tokyo neighborhood. Each stop offers a different atmosphere and specialty. Your guide will help you navigate the menus, order with confidence, and understand the customs behind Japan's izakaya culture. Food and drinks are paid separately at each izakaya.
Visit three carefully selected local izakaya
Sample a variety of dishes and drinks throughout the evening
Learn about ordering, sharing dishes, drinking etiquette, and local food culture
Price
¥35,000 per private group for up to 2 guests. Each additional guest is ¥7,000.
Families are warmly welcome on all our tours. Children of all ages are welcome to join. For pricing and group-size purposes, children aged 10 and over are counted as one guest, in line with the seating and reservation policies of the venues we visit.
Please note: Food and drink costs are not included. Please pay directly at each izakaya. You can expect to spend around ¥5,000–¥7,000 per person, depending on how much you eat and drink. At each stop, your group will also be asked to cover a small food order for your guide, as each person seated at the table is expected to order.
What's included
Tour fee includes
Private English-speaking local guide
Your guide is a passionate Tokyo foodie with firsthand knowledge of the city’s dining culture. Throughout the tour, they will help you navigate the menus, communicate with restaurant staff, and order with confidence.
Tour planning and route curation
The neighborhood and stops are carefully selected to create a varied and enjoyable evening.
Food, drink, and cultural insights
Your guide will explain the dishes, drinks, ingredients, and customs you encounter along the way - from how food is prepared and shared to the role of izakaya and social drinking gatherings in everyday Japanese life.
Not included
Food and drink costs
Please pay directly at each izakaya. You can expect to spend around ¥5,000-¥7,000 per person, depending on how much you eat and drink. At each stop, your group will also be asked to cover a small food order for your guide, as each person seated at the table is expected to order.
Hotel pickup, drop-off, and transportation
Please make your own way to the meeting point and arrange your return transportation after the tour.
Review our Cancellation Policy before booking.
Sample 3-hour itinerary
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Stop 1 — First Izakaya
Start at a local izakaya and enjoy Japan’s casual drinking culture with drinks, small dishes, and a relaxed atmosphere.
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Stop 2 — Shared Local Dishes
Move to a second spot for dishes made for sharing, such as grilled fish, kushikatsu, yakitori, okonomiyaki, or seasonal small plates.
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Stop 3 — Noodle Finish
End the evening with a comforting bowl of ramen, udon, or another Japanese noodle dish — a classic way to close a night out.
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Optional Stop — Something Sweet
If your group still has room, your guide may suggest one final sweet stop. The real question is: how far can you make it before you are completely full?
This is a sample itinerary. Your guide will optimize the route based on restaurant availability, neighborhood conditions, crowd levels, and your group’s appetite, pace, and preferences.
From the tour
Practical notes
Start time
The tour runs from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Please arrive on time, as the route includes three different izakaya and may involve restaurant reservations.
Meeting point
The meeting point will be confirmed by email after booking. We will choose a convenient public location near the first izakaya on your planned route.
Dietary needs
Please let us know about any dietary restrictions or allergies when booking. Izakaya dishes often contain fish, shellfish, soy, wheat, sesame, and dashi. We will do our best to accommodate your needs, although some requests may limit the available dishes and venues.
Alcohol and age requirements
You must be 20 or older to drink alcohol in Japan. Non-drinkers are also welcome, and non-alcoholic drinks can be ordered at each stop.
Your guides
What guests say
Google Reviews
“Her knowledge of the various neighbourhoods in Tokyo and their foodie hotspots is second to none. Your experience will absolutely feel like you're being toured around the neighbourhood by an old friend who just happens to know the ins and outs of Japanese cuisine in the area.”
— Austin Joynes
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Ready to book?
Choose a date and secure your guide fee online. Food and drinks are paid on site.