Shinjuku Tour: Tokyo's Neon Heart & Retro Charm

Discover Shinjuku’s vibrant contrasts on a walking tour, from retro streets to neon nightlife, and serene nature spots. Uncover Tokyo’s hidden layers.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Omoide Yokocho Guide Tours - Begin the journey at Omoide Yokocho, a nostalgic alley that captures the essence of Tokyo’s streets from 50 to 70 years ago, during the Showa era. In the heart of the bustling metropolis, it feels like stepping into a different world filled with vintage charm.
  • Kabukicho - Stroll through an area renowned for…
What's Included
  • Admission fees
  • Guide In-person
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Explore Shinjuku, the world’s most frequented neighborhood. This area presents a captivating contrast—from streets that preserve the vintage allure of 70 years ago, to being the neon-lit epicenter of Tokyo’s nightlife, and even offering glimpses into the city’s more shadowy aspects, including the presence of yakuza. Simultaneously, visitors will find…

Location
Kitakata Ramen BAN NAI Shinjuku-Omoide yokocho
Please meet in front of the black pillar on the Omoide Yokocho side of the UNIQLO Nishi-Shinjuku store. Look for a guide holding a white sign that says “viyago”.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Mamiya1988
Jun 7, 2025
Shinjuku is also fresh on tour - It was kind of refreshing to walk around the streets of Shinjuku with the tour guide explaining. It was less than 2 hours, but it was nice to finally go to the Hanazono Shrine Annual Festival!
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373tayar
Jun 4, 2025
Tour to feel the depth of Shinjuku - "It’s been a fun tour, learning a lot from retro alleyways that look like they did 70 years ago, to the darkness of the city that we glimpsed for a moment! Take a breather in the pockets of nature that suddenly appear in the bustle of the city. It was a very stimulating and memorable walk that allowed me to experience the depth of Shinjuku from history to the present day! I had a great time.
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Vermouth---mi
Jun 3, 2025
The three-dimensionality is amazing - I was intrigued by what a walking tour of the highlights of Shinjuku was and tried it. It was fun to feel the charm of Shinjuku that I had no idea about! The unexpected happenings and the guide's explanation were interesting and a great experience!
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Passport51004466936
Jun 3, 2025
Even Japanese. - I invited my foreign friends to see the streets of Shinjuku with a tour guide. Even Japanese people can enjoy it!
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Yama_motof11
Jun 1, 2025
Shinjuku - Authentic Japanese restaurant in Shinjuku It was kind of refreshing, as we don’t usually go to Kabukicho, and it was a satisfying tour, as we finally got to know the place where it ended at the shrine!
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Getaway20447407255
May 30, 2025
We met new people ✨️ - I enjoyed the history of the streets of Shinjuku. These tours are fun with lots of new discoveries! It was also good to meet new people who were not usually there, with foreigners participating.
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Wander49314410577
May 27, 2025
It was fun. - Join us with your friends! It's a little dangerous just for women.(?) However, it is safe to have a tour guide! I was able to enjoy the streetscape of Shinjuku slowly.
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Escape08615513906
May 26, 2025
New Discovery 💡 - That's great for touring locals like this! It was very interesting to know that there are various history and interesting spots. The tour guide was very easy to understand, and I was able to feel Shinjuku's charm more deeply by hearing stories that were not in guidebooks, such as the history of the vast gardens of Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden and the stories behind the construction of skyscrapers. Foreign tourists were also participating, and everyone listened intently to the guide and took pictures. It was a two-hour tour, but it was quick.
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Travel58503456125
May 25, 2025
It was fun. - I felt the goodness of the tour by participating in this tour. The guide will explain and show you around, so it's very easy! If there's something interesting again, I'd like to join.
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Greg_p
May 10, 2025
Shinjuku walking tour. - Arata was prompt and very interested in what sites I wanted to visit. Covered a lot of ground and then he made sure I was at the correct location for my next tour. Highly recommend this tour
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From $28
up to 5 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).