Golden Gai: Back Alleys & Nightlife with a Ninja
280 tiny doors. Pick yours.
¥2,500–8,000 ≈US$16–51per person, by party size
What you’ll do
- 280+ tiny bars
- How to pick a bar
- Shinto ritual
- Kabukicho & Godzilla
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Your 60 minutes
- 00–05 min Meet up & icebreaker
- 05–30 min Hanazono Shrine
- 30–50 min Golden Gai
- 50–55 min Kabukicho
- 55–65 min Wrap-up
Golden Gai Back Alleys & Nightlife · about 60 min
Your 60 minutes, unrolled
280 tiny doors. Pick yours.
Golden Gai Back Alleys & Nightlife · 60 min
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Side quest 01
Bow, clap, wish
Wash, bow, clap and wish at Hanazono Shrine. Nothing to memorize.
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Side quest 02
Enter the golden maze
Step into a wooden maze of 280+ bars born in post-war Tokyo.
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Side quest 03
Crack the bar code
Decode the signboards together and learn which doors welcome you.
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Side quest 04
Neon & Godzilla
Neon, Godzilla, and your guide’s picks for the rest of the night.
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Your turn.
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From our tours
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From our guests
“Our ninja guide took us on an incredible journey through the winding streets of Shinjuku. Not only did we see the iconic sights, but we also discovered hidden gems we never would have found on our own.”
“…he took us to Golden Gai and Kabukicho, gave us a rundown of the history of Shinjuku, and also took us to different shrines and hidden gems.”
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Good to know
Questions? Answered.
Where do we meet?
Shinjuku Station – East Exit Police Box (Koban). Right outside the JR Shinjuku Station East Exit, next to the plaza. Look for your guide in a Ninja costume.
Open in Google MapsWhen does it start?
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (every 30 minutes). The tour takes about 60 minutes.
How much does it cost?
1 adult: ¥8,000 per adult · 2 adults: ¥4,000 per adult · 3 adults: ¥2,800 per adult · 4+ adults: ¥2,500 per adult. Kids 12 and under join free with an adult, as many as you bring.
How do I book?
Tap “Check availability”, then pick a date and time and complete your booking online. A confirmation email follows. Reserve by 12:00 PM the day before.
Are food and drinks included?
This is a walking tour; food and drinks are not included. We’re happy to recommend great places.
What should I wear?
We walk about 1.5 km (1 mile). Comfortable shoes are recommended.
Can I bring my kids?
Children are welcome and must be accompanied by a guardian. A safe way to experience Tokyo’s nightlife area.
What if it rains?
The tour runs rain or shine, and the neon looks even better in the rain. If we cancel for stormy weather, you get a full refund.
Other guests, kids, language and more: general FAQ.
