Kichijoji Hidden Bar Hopping
Tokyo's secret post-war alley, one tiny bar at a time. 4 h, 19:00–23:00, Tuesday to Sunday, max 8.
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Everybody does daytime tours. For some of us, it's the nightlife that sparks the adventure. Hidden izakayas, secret bars and new friends, with a trilingual local guide.
Remember that night out with your friends years ago, the one you still bring up today? Okawari brings you that experience in Tokyo. Dive into historic 1950s districts with your best friends and bring home a tale you'll tell for years, or come alone and make new friends.
Our flagship Local Bar Hopping: Kichijoji edition is a 4-hour bar crawl through Kichijoji and Harmonica Yokocho, a post-war alley of tiny pubs you won't find on Google Maps. Back-alleys, hidden gems and salaryman hideouts: the unseen side of Tokyo's night that comes from years of exploring every corner of the city.
Pick your night. Every tour is led by Alejandro and bookable online in two minutes.
Tokyo's secret post-war alley, one tiny bar at a time. 4 h, 19:00–23:00, Tuesday to Sunday, max 8.
Your own private bar-hopping night for you and your friends, up to 8. 4 h, Tuesday to Sunday from 19:00.
Shimokitazawa tacos, a local izakaya and a hidden bar. 3 h, 18:00–21:00, Tuesday to Sunday, max 10.
Golden-hour hanami drinks, then Tokyo's coziest alley bars. 5 h, 17:00–22:00, Mar 20–Apr 10, max 10.
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A spooky Kichijoji night with a 2-hour feast and mysterious cocktails. 4 h, 19:00–23:00, around Oct 30–31, max 10.
Ring in the New Year Tokyo-style, from izakaya to street party. 6 h, 18:00–00:00, Dec 31, max 30.
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Card shops, trading spots and rare cards. 1-hour sessions, in person or by video call, up to 5 per session.
“This is the go-to experience in Tokyo. As a solo traveller I have tried the experience in multiple countries all over the world. This is by far one of the best. He speaks Japanese perfectly and took me to tiny izakayas full of friendly staff and guests. I made some spontaneous friends in the izakaya as well.”
Mabel · Solo traveler“Amazing time getting to go to authentic little bars that would be SO intimidating without Okawari! He showed us the ropes, made us feel like locals, and we made so many new friends! Such a more affordable way to drink than just going to Golden Gai, highly recommend!”
Kathryn M. O. · USA“Okawari was and is an incredible host, we had so much fun, so many awesome memories and have made some new friends for life. Always cracking jokes and enjoying the moment. The pub crawl was one of the biggest highlights of my trip! 10/10 would do it again!”
Josh C. · Australia“If you like a drink, local establishments and hanging out with great people, this is for you. Your guide knows his stuff, you won't get bored. You'll get to drink all sorts of drinks you most likely would glance over since it's all written in Japanese. You don't need to be a heavy drinker to enjoy this.”
Ryan V.D. G. · NetherlandsIn Kichijoji, famously voted the number one place to live in Tokyo, and its Harmonica Yokocho alley. We meet at Kichijoji Station (Park Exit) and Alejandro messages you the exact spot the day before.
About 15 minutes by train from Shinjuku or Shibuya.
Yes. The route is timed for the last train, which usually leaves around midnight, even if you are staying on the other side of Tokyo like Asakusa, Ueno or Tokyo Station.
Of course. This is a lifestyle experience as much as a bar crawl, and soft drinks and non-alcoholic options are always available.
Shinjuku and Shibuya are full of foreign tourists, which takes you out of the feeling of being in Japan. Kichijoji is local Japanese regulars in 1950s-style alley bars, which is why guests keep telling us it is the better night out.
Yes. The legal drinking age in Japan is 20, so all guests must be 20 or older. Bring a photo ID.
Your tour includes what is listed under What's included. Anything extra, such as drinks at other bars on the route, is at your own expense, usually 500 to 700 yen a drink. Vegetarian and vegan food options are available, just tell us ahead of time.
All bookings are final and non-refundable, and you pay in full when you book. If we have to cancel the tour ourselves (severe weather, emergency) you receive a full refund. Tours start on time; late arrivals are not refunded.
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