Hiroki was really friendly, enthusiastic and understanding. the pacing of the tour was good as well. Even though it was really packed, Hiro guided us really well.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Explore the real city of Shinjuku with a Japanese local guide.
- Entry/Admission - Kabukicho District
- Photos during the tour in only locals know.
- Hidden souvenirs. (We wish you enjoy Japanese food even after returning to your country)
Excludes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Address:3-37-2 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku There’s many tourist information center in Shinjuku so please copy this address and add to google maps. Shinjuku tourist information center is a 1 minute walk from the South East Gate of JR Shinjuku Station and is located down the escalator.
Return
- Address:3-37-2 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku There’s many tourist information center in Shinjuku so please copy this address and add to google maps. Shinjuku tourist information center is a 1 minute walk from the South East Gate of JR Shinjuku Station and is located down the escalator.
Itinerary
We'll explore Shinjuku city with "REAL" information while tour. We wanna tell you about deep cities, information and realities of Japan. Tokyo has already become a famous touristy place as everyone know. However the true beauty of Tokyo can't understand just by visit the touristy places. True Japanese culture, history & wonderful food are all behind the sights of sightseeing spots. Please don't experience only the surface of Japan. Let's enjoy "REAL" Japan! Eg. About our culture, our history, good place for ranch, best place for drink, coolest place for dinner only locals know, all of recommendation in Tokyo from locals! *This tour is for everyone who visit Shinjuku for shopping, lunch, dinner, staying around here. We'll take pictures in every cool places where is only locals know wale this tour if you like :) And also whenever & whatever you must ask us and make clear every your question about Japan!
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Reviews
The host gave me the wrong time and was not at the meeting location at that time. It was misleading and unfair. They gave my slot to someone else.
I did the tour with Manaka and absolutely loved it. It was very interesting, I learned a lot, and I not only got to visit many interesting bits of the Red District, but also to understand it better. And Manaka also took plenty of great pictures for me. She was a fantastic guide, definitely recommend!
Dan was an excellent guide and this ended up being one of the more interesting things we did in Tokyo. He’s knowledgeable, funny, relaxed, and very candid, which is exactly what you want for a tour like this. The best part was getting the context behind Shinjuku and Kabukicho rather than just walking through and looking at everything from the outside. Dan explained how the area actually works, gave us a much better understanding of the culture and history behind it, and was happy to answer pretty much anything we threw at him. It never felt overly scripted or sensationalized. Really enjoyable, informative, and a great way to see a side of Shinjuku that would be very easy to miss on your own. Would absolutely recommend the tour, and especially Dan.
Aya was a great host! We didn't know what to expect with a "deep" dive on the red light district, but it was extremely informative, fun and we learned a lot! They even booked us a dinner reservation for after the tour. Great way to spend 1.5 hours.
Great tour of the area inc golden gai, shrine and alleyways with restaurant recs.
One of the better, off-the-beaten-path tours around central Tokyo. My tour guide, Aya, was really amazing and stopped to ensure I got a great understanding of the surrounding area and the lore behind each and every street, building and area. She was wonderful and really made it worth the while to step out and explore Tokyo solo. Oh, and finding the meeting spot was super easy, she made sure to send really clear instructions on how to meet up and what to expect. Well worth the price!
This tour was really cool! A price of close to 25 dollars to see all the hidden back alleys and attributes of Tokyo was really interesting! Not to mention the mere 2 hours to cover multiple stops made the experience alot more fun and immersive! Reina especially made this tour one of my best as he was able to guide a whole group of 9 while keeping the mysterious atmosphere of walking through the alleys! If you're looking for a quick night tour to explore Tokyo's red light districts, this tour is for you!
This tour was so fun and highly informative. While staying in the Shinjuku area we were able to get an up close and personal tour regarding places we pass everyday. Our tour guide Reina was a joy and made the experience enjoyable and memorable.
Great walking tour out guide Reina was great and very informative. Loved the personal touch of chopsticks as a gift at the end
Dan was a great host, would highly recommend. Was super chilled and relaxed and a great laugh. Coming to Japan was a culture shock but he answered all our questions very honestly about Japan and Tokyo!! We're from the UK and we're taking him back to recipricate!!
Absolutely loved the tour, our guide Hiro was incredibly helpful and welcoming, ready to answer all of our questions. We’ve looked around both the famous places and the sacred places, which was very special. Highly recommended!
Fun and engaging tour by Aya, enjoyed myself!
Hiro was an exceptional tour guide and I couldn’t have asked for a better guide to show me around. He’s very attentive and knows a lot about the city and will happily answer questions with a smile on his face. I really appreciate his efforts and recommend this tour to everyone!
Hiro took us through Kabukicho and was very knowledgeable and open to all our questions. Would recommend this to anyone visiting Tokyo for the first time or for the Nth time!
The tour was super interesting and well organized, stopping in many spots in Shinjuku and explaining all about Japan's unique culture, nightlife and the area. Hiro the guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!
Hiro is an absolute legend Hiro is a hero and lives up to his name which actually means bleeding heart so knowledgeable I’m glad I met you thanks
Hiro is a very knowledgeable guide that managed to expose us to a large area with many stopping points to explain the history and background. I am happy I booked this tour.
This tour was honestly one of the best things we did in Tokyo. Suemi was an amazing guide. Super kind, easy to talk to, and you can tell she actually cares about what she’s doing. She didn’t just rush us through everything, she really took the time to explain Japanese culture and give us insight we wouldn’t have gotten on our own. The food was also really good. Everything felt authentic, not like some generic tourist stop. We ended up booking more tours with her after this one, which should tell you how good it was. If you’re looking for something to do in Tokyo, I’d definitely recommend this. We booked through Airbnb and it was 100% worth it.
If you are looking for the highlight of your trip to Tokyo, look no further than a walking tour with Suemi. From the moment we met, her warmth and energy made the group feel like old friends heading out for a night on the town rather than a formal tour. Shinjuku can be overwhelming with its neon lights and endless alleys, but Suemi navigates it with the expertise of a true local. Her knowledge is impressive—she didn't just show us where to go; she shared the history behind the neighborhoods and explained the nuances of Japanese culture in a way that was engaging and easy to understand. What truly sets Suemi apart, though, is her personality. She is incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely passionate about sharing the beauty of Tokyo with others. She went above and beyond to make sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time.
I had an incredible time, our guide Naomi was very knowledgeable, kind, and knew her subject perfectly. I cannot recommand this tour enough, do not hesitate ! 😊
It was a great experience with both Dan and Hero, they are very friendly and informative. Really recommend this tour 😊
Dan is an amazing tour guide, got to enjoy Shinjuku. It's pretty lit here
Loved Suemi and ended up booking additional transportation and tour with her. Provided information in a fun way, flexible/friendly, good recommendations. Responsive by instagram and WhatsApp. I like that it is a smaller more personalized company and felt like we were getting. Very local experience. Felt more like friend/family guiding navigating you through the city than a guide. Will def book with them next time in Tokyo.
Absolutely fantastic! Naomi was amazing with her knowledge and fun facts. She is also easy to talk to and has a great demeanor! I would recommend this to everyone.
The Shinjuku Red Light District tour was great! Naomi was very kind and very insightful. The hour and a half that I booked was just enough time to squeeze in so many spots that I’ll have to visit next time in Shinjuku. Via the tour, you get to see Shinjuku in a whole different light (literally). Going through alley ways lined with izakaya, bars, and brothels was not only super fun, but super interesting. Learning more about how these businesses function was probably the highlight of the tour.
The walk is amazing - the talking to walking ratio is small enough that you won't mind is at all. Host's knowledge about shinjuku is enough to talk about the surroing around, and reply to your questions. Trip was enoyjable enought to the point I didn't feel the timr as it passed by. Definitely recommend this activity
The tour was very informative. There were more interesting tidbits than the title of the tour suggests.
Great experience! Best way to get to know a place is by having a chance of getting to know its people and have them show you around. A special thanks to Dan for all the insights and availability!
Manaka was great, a good mix of informative and fun. The tour was a good value and good intro to the area. Definitely recommend for anyone staying in or interested in Shinjuku.
It was a great experience to see the city's nightlife spots, its culture, recommendations and precautions. It was also a great way to see the most touristy spots like Godzilla and the 3D Cat. Nanase, our guide, was charming, professional with her explanations, and very patient with our questions. A great experience and a pleasure to be there. Highly recommended.
The guide was lovely and very attentive at all times. She recommended loads of interesting places, explained plenty of curiosities along the way, and managed to make the entire walk really enjoyable and pleasant. It’s honestly worth it, both for everything you learn and for how much fun the experience is.
Dan was really great to hang with, provided some history and a lot of current info, very helpful tips in general. We have been on several tours while here and he was our favorite guide! Wish we had done this tour earlier in our stay so we could use more of his recommendations and advice.
We booked this tour as a last minute option, but we had no idea how fascinating and incredible it would be. Suemi’s tour not only gave us a good introduction to the red light district, it also gave us a better understanding of Japanese culture. In addition, Suemi was highly knowledgeable about a variety of topics related to the red light district. Her tour took us through small streets and back alleys and to places that you normally wouldn’t see as a tourist. This was honestly one of the best tours that we have ever had. We thoroughly enjoyed Suemi’s storytelling method and we highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in the “darker side” of Tokyo!
Such a great experience… Suemi is a fantastic guide with interesting stories and an amazing personality. The tour went by so fast I couldn’t believe it. I highly recommend her and her tours!
Aki was excellent, very informative, myself and my family enjoyed her insights and would recommend if interested in Shinjuku walking tour
We had an incredible experience on this Shinjuku city tour! Any concerns about language barriers were completely unnecessary, as our guide spoke excellent English. She shared a wealth of fascinating information in a highly engaging and entertaining way, making the tour both educational and fun. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tokyo – it’s an absolute must-do! In fact, we’ve already told our friends that they shouldn’t miss it. A perfect way to explore the city with a knowledgeable and friendly guide.
Nana was a great guide and host. She was interesting to listen to, and showed us all of the highlights in Shinjuku. Walking tours like this are also a great way to meet other tourists and travellers and make connections. Highly recommended!
Learned all about how the red light district works here! Brought us through little alleys you wouldn't find otherwise
A great and informative tour with a friendly a fun guide. Learned alot about the different neighbourhoods in shinjoku!
Very informative tour with Nana! Learnt a lot about local culture and the best places to visit on a night out. Thanks Nana!
Awesome tour, Nana was very knowledgeable about the local industries and showed us some great hidden gems! Would love to book her tour again next time I'm in Japan!
Unfortunately, we did not make it to the tour because of the plane delay. Owner Suemi reached out to us and honored a refund. We are disappointed that we didn’t make it because the reviews are great and I’m sure it would have been a great time. We will try next time when we visit. Mahalo Suemi for the awesome customer service.
Had great experience right from booking till the actual experience.. Suemi was very prompt in her response and was always in touch with us giving us the instructions until the tour began The experience overall was fantastic and had great time with Nana Nana was very patient through out the tour and her knowledge and insights not just limited to SHINJUKU area but in general about Japan and its wonderful culture made the tour even more interesting and engaging Nana also went over and beyond in patiently answering all our queries and her energy from start till the end was great Nana ended the tour nicely on a visit to temple and also taught us the proper way of worshipping :)🙏🏽 I highly recommend anyone visiting Tokyo to go for this tour I believe the other tours offered by ONMOIDE will be awesome too :)
This tour was THE BEST TOUR I’VE EVER HAD!!!! I lived in Japan for few years long time ago and come back as a tourist this time and decided to take a tour to see if things changed during I wasn’t here. However to the start and the end, Koki tells us about so many history, underground stories and things that I didn’t know about. I’m so glad that I took Koki’s tour and leaned so many things that other tours will never tells you lol If you are thinking to book this, don’t think!!!! Just book it and you will have so much fun with them 🔥
Amazing! Very historic reference to the Red light district for those of you who were wondering. Nana is amazing and speaks very well English. Very professional and gets you immersed into the Japanese culture! Take a break from researching and trying to “figure it all out” and go on a walking tour with this group!! P.s. We thank you Nana for making Japan more personal our last night here! Thanks again! 😽😽
Really gotten many DEEP info by our host Suemi! Brought into bar alleys where even locals may not know, talked about the red light industry in Kabukicho and also thanks to her guidance I was able to try out Pachinko after the tour! (yes i won and exchanged money 💰😂) Thank you for the kind guidance and fun tour that I ever been to !!!!!
Amazing tour and we were blessed with an incredible tour guide, Mizuki. Got to find local alleyways/bars & restaurants! Great background information and answered all of our questions. Definitely recommend this tour to learn all about the Shinjuku area!
Koki was the guide for this experience and I can't speak highly enough of him! He's got an amazing personality and is so easy to talk to about anything! This came in handy with the red-light district tour where some of the topics could be considered "taboo". Koki was open to answer any questions about some of the unique hotels, shops, and offerings that usually confuse or seem off limits to out of town travelers. I learned so much about the "other side" of Japan without any awkwardness or uneasiness and felt safe the whole time. I would definitely recommend this tour to get a full understanding of Japan and all of its different sides and faces!
Everything about this night tour of Shinjuku and more was enjoyable! From the very first contact, the whole family felt at ease with the team that was accompanying us that evening. This warm stroll allowed us to discover things we would not have noticed on our own, both fun and informative. Thanks to the kindness and generosity of the guides, I rank this moment among the most pleasant of our Tokyo stay, thanks again for that.
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