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Low-cost local pub & bar crawling
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $32 / person
- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 7 reviews
- Languages
- JA, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 4
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- JUNKO KATO
- Meeting point
- JR Akabane station, East exit ticket gate (Higashi-guchi)from Shinjuku, Shibuyatake JR Saikyo line (20-25 min.)from Tokyotake JR Keihin-tohoku line (26 min.)
Description
Local pub & bar(including standing bar) crawling in my hometown Akabane, around 20 minutes from Shinjuku by train. In there, you can enjoy drinking very valuable price with deep local atmosphere. This tour, I'll take you 3 different types of local pub and bar. However, they have some rules on each pub, and mostly explain it to the customer only Japanese. Menu also only Japanese, so you feel upset what writing there is. Besides, they have their own specialities must you try, but if you miss it even if you could get there on your own? No way! Don't worry anymore! I'll guide you how to order, what is ingredients into dishes, and what is their today's recommend. Let's go with me and enjoy fully their charm, and find out your best place! *Pubs may change to the same class without notice.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM, and 8:00 PM
- Season
- Starts Jan 12, 2027
- Adult (ages 20–85)
- $32
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 21.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Old "Oden(Japanese style stew)" shop with outside standing bar. The shop at small alley, but known by locals since long time ago. You can taste rich variety of Oden (vegi, fishball, tofu etc.).
Izakaya-pub with a long history is famous for river fish. You can feel good old time atmosphere locals gathering and have a drink there.
Deep spot about delicious skewer. even you eat & drink a lot, price is so reasonable! but please don't drink & stay too long, give your seat for locals ;)
What's included
Included
Guide tour, Translate between you and pub staff, Advise how to order with Japanese
Not included
Including the minimum drink charge for the tour guide
Dinner
All Fees and Taxes
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
7 reviews
How it compares in Tokyo
- Starting price $32 is 59% below the typical $78 for tours of similar length in Tokyo
Excurgo comparison of 4,173 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Low-cost local pub & bar crawling take?
Low-cost local pub & bar crawling lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Low-cost local pub & bar crawling cost?
Prices start at $32 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Low-cost local pub & bar crawling run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM, and 8:00 PM.
Can I cancel Low-cost local pub & bar crawling for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is JR Akabane station, East exit ticket gate (Higashi-guchi). from Shinjuku, Shibuya: take JR Saikyo line (20-25 min.). from Tokyo: take JR Keihin-tohoku line (26 min.). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Low-cost local pub & bar crawling offered in?
The experience is available in JA, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 4 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Low-cost local pub & bar crawling worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by JUNKO KATO.
Reviews(7)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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