Step into the shoes of a Tokyo salaryman for an authentic evening exploring Shimbashi’s hidden izakayas and top-tier ramen shops. Enjoy carefully crafted Japanese dishes paired with premium drinks, followed by a traditional ramen finale beloved by locals after a long day’s work.
・Savor a seven-course tasting menu at Sato, a cozy izakaya focusing on seasonal, high-quality ingredients and regional flavors
・Learn about the intricacies of Japanese sake and enjoy an all-you-can-drink bar alongside expertly prepared dishes
・End the night with a bowl of rich, customizable ramen at one of Shimbashi’s famous ramen shops, a true local tradition
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Sat
Start times
6:00 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 20–80)
$194
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Shimbashi Night Food Tour
Pickup included
Itinerary
180 min
The first restaurant we visit, Sato, is a small Japanese izakaya. At Sato, quality is more important than quantity, both in terms of food and alcohol. The tuna is bluefin tuna and the pickled mackerel is fresh enough to be eaten raw and lightly vinegared. The seasonings are carefully selected so that you can feel the quality of Japanese ingredients.
Next, your guide will take you to a ramen shop that offers pork, seafood, soy sauce, salt, vegetable or other types of ramen according to your preferences.
What's included
Included
Six seasonal recommended izakaya dishes, a bowl of ramen
Round-trip transportation from hotel to Shimbashi
A course meal at an izakaya (6 dishes and all-you-can-drink set) with free drinks (sake, beer, etc)
Starting price $194 is 20% above the typical $161 for tours of similar length in Tokyo
Excurgo comparison of 4,170 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pickup and drop off will be added to the remaining time duration
Any dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking
Izakaya Sato, which you will visit on this tour, is a seafood specialist. While there is also a wide variety of non-seafood menu options available, we do not particularly recommend this tour for those who are not fond of seafood.
Not recommended for travelers who do not like cigarette smoke. Smoking is allowed inside the restaurant.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Shimbashi Night Food Tour take?
Shimbashi Night Food Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Shimbashi Night Food Tour cost?
Prices start at $194 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 Shimbashi Night Food Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, starting at 6:00 PM.
Can I cancel Shimbashi Night Food Tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please wait for the guide in your hotel lobby. Pickup points include Hilton Tokyo Bay, Hilton Tokyo.
What languages is Shimbashi Night Food Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 4 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Shimbashi Night Food Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Trip Designer Inc..
Reviews(11)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Karen H
April 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great night out in Tokyo
Mutsuko took us to places we’d never go alone. Great fun & laughs. Like being out at night with a friend. We don’t speak Japanese AT ALL. Her language was very good. We had a great time. Highly
Recommend
Operator response
Dear Karen,
Thank you very much for joining our Shimbashi Night Food Tour and for sharing your lovely review!
We’re so glad to hear that Mutsuko made the evening fun and comfortable, especially by taking you to places you wouldn’t visit on your own and helping with the language.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Japan!
Best regards,
Kyoko
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tbrehmer
June 2, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Food tour must do!
Mutsuko was an amazing guide- lots of information and showed us some great food places! Wish we’d done the tour earlier so we could revisit!
Operator response
Dear valued guest,
Thank you for your positive feedback! Glad that you enjoyed the Japanese izakaya with Mutsuko.
We sincerely appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you back for more tours in the future!
Best regards,
Kyoko
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Coastal08939785376
May 15, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Shinbashi great experience
Thanks to Keita we had a fun entertaining Izakaya tour at Shinbashi. He was engaging, friendly and informative. He helpfully explained a lot about Japanese culture.
Operator response
Dear valued guest,
Thank you for your 5-star review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed Japanese izakaya with Keita.
We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future!
Best regards,
Kyoko
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Sherpa33705578030
April 10, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great Tour
Koari was a fantastic guide- so informative!
Such a great lighthearted and entertaining time.
Definitely would recommend and will definitely be using again on our next trip to Japan!
Operator response
Dear valued guest,
Thank you for your review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed Japanese izakaya and had a great time with Kaori.
We are very much looking forward to your next visit!
Best regards,
Kyoko
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FrequentFlier544998
April 5, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A Fun Night
We had a great time-the izakaya was so good. We tasted many dishes & sampled several Japanese drinks including sake & whisky. The ramen was tasty - the best we’d had in Tokyo. Hide-san was a friendly guide & we highly recommend this tour.
Operator response
Dear valued guest,
Thank you for your review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the Japanese izakaya and ramen with Hide.
We greatly appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the pleasure of guiding you on more adventures in the future!
Best regards,
Kyoko
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I3326GCgavinc
February 11, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Fun night out with a local guide
Our local guide Ferdinand guided us to three unique and diverse restaurants, as well as providing us with interesting and amusing history facts about the areas we were exploring. The highlight was finishing the night at a local standing bar, which we would not be able to normally do as tourists. Very fun, highly recommended!
Operator response
Dear valued guest,
Thank you for your positive review and awesome rating! Happy to hear that you enjoyed not only the food but also learning the history about the area. A kind feedback like this motivates our team to serve you better.
We greatly appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the pleasure of guiding you on more adventures in the future!
Best regards,
Kyoko
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N4622WOdaniell
December 29, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Authentic and personal experience!
Wonderful tour with Tetsu who made us feel comfortable and show us experiences we would never see by ourselves. We hope we can come back to Japan and do it again!
Operator response
Dear valued guest,
Thank you for booking our Shimbashi night food tour! We are so delighted to hear that Tetsu introduced you some Japanese dishes that you wouldn't have found by yourself. That is one of the biggest benefits to booking a tour with an experienced local guide like him!
Thank you for your time to write this review, and hope to have you back again!
Best regards,
Kyoko
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586azzurrac
November 20, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Best food tour in Tokyo!
We did a wonderful food tour in Tokyo, Shimbashi quarter with the guide Mutsuko who was excellent and brought us to two typical Japanese restaurants that we would have never found if we were alone. It was a great evening!
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Operator response
Dear valued guest,
Thank you for booking our Shimbashi night food tour! We are so glad that Mutsuko could introduce you to restaurants that you wouldn't have found by yourself. That is one of the biggest benefits to booking a tour with a local guide.
Thank you for your time to write this review, and hope to have you back again!
Best regards,
Kyoko
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770oksanah
November 8, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great Tour and a friendly guide
We had the Shimbashi Night Food Tour, visiting izakayas and ramen shops favored by locals, guided by Keita Mizuki, in October 2024. It was a wonderful evening with an incredibly interesting person who speaks perfect English. Keita showed us very authentic places, provided tasty food, and explained each dish with engaging stories. We enjoyed traditional Japanese dishes like sashimi, well-cooked fried octopus, and fried fish. This experience was complemented by refreshing Akasaka beer. At the end, we had a stylish and well-organized dessert experience with tea and cake, which was delicious! Thank you to our fantastic guide Keita for this colorful excursion! From your Australian and Ukrainian guests, Oksana and Oleksandra.
Operator response
Dear Oksana and Oleksandra,
Thank you for booking our Shimbashi Night Food Tour and leaving this lovely review! It seems like you really had a wonderful night with tasty Japanese food and our fantastic guide, Keita.
Thank you again for recommending the tour and him, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Best regards,
Kyoko
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rkta2015
September 22, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Shimbasi Night Foodie Tour
Amazing local food in Tokyo and Mutsuko was a fantastic knowledgable guide who enhanced the whole experience! The food was amazing as was the experience!
Operator response
Dear valued guest,
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. Your kind words encourage us greatly! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the Japanese food tour with Mutsuko.
Hope to help you again during your next trip to Japan!
Best regards,
Kyoko
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