Shinjuku’s Secret Shrine & Neon Backstreets with a Ninja
The neon hides a shrine.
¥2,500–8,000 ≈US$16–51per person, by party size
What you’ll do
- A secret shrine
- Retro Golden Gai
- Kabukicho neon
- Godzilla photo op
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Your 60 minutes
- 00–05 min Meeting & introduction
- 05–15 min Kabukicho Ichibangai & Sakura-dori
- 15–30 min Infiltrate the secret shrine
- 30–55 min Golden Gai & Hanazono Shrine
- 55–60 min Dismissal
Secret Shrine & Neon Backstreets · about 60 min
Your 60 minutes, unrolled
The neon hides a shrine.
Secret Shrine & Neon Backstreets · 60 min
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Side quest 01
Meet under Godzilla
Meet under the Godzilla Head, then step through the red arch of Kabukicho.
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Side quest 02
A shrine behind the neon
Slip behind the neon to a hidden shrine. Pour water on the Frog Stone for luck.
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Side quest 03
Slip into Golden Gai
Wander Golden Gai, where 280 tiny bars squeeze into post-war alleys.
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Side quest 04
Finale at Hanazono
Finish at Hanazono Shrine, then get your guide’s dinner tips.
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Your turn.
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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 Toho Building 1F (next to the entrance of “Maruhan” Pachinko). 3-minute walk from Seibu Shinjuku Station; 9-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station. Look for the guide wearing a Ninja costume.
Open in Google MapsWhen does it start?
5:00 PM – 9:30 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.
What’s not included?
Food and drinks are not included, and we don’t stop in bars or restaurants during the tour.
What should I wear?
We walk for about 60 minutes, so please wear comfortable walking shoes.
What if it rains?
The tour runs rain or shine. If we cancel for stormy weather, you get a full refund.
Can I bring my kids?
Children 12 and under are free. Children must be accompanied by a guardian.
Other guests, kids, language and more: general FAQ.
