Go to Tokyo: a tour of Japanese bars and snacks

Discover the nightlife of Tokyo by going out in several bars in the capital as well as in typical Japanese snacks!

The city of Tokyo is known for its effervescence, its tumult, its life that never stops. But it is above all his Nightlife which is very popular because at nightfall, dozens of bars open their doors to welcome young and young people who want to decompress from a hard day of work or who just want to party in a friendly and warm environment. What if you enter the heart of the city of Tokyo and plunge into the customs of its inhabitants by visiting the bars and tasting the famous Japanese snacks?

A festive tour

Accompanied by your guide, you will go to the neighborhoods of Yurakucho and Tsukishima to discover the famous izakaya, these bars where you can taste and taste many snacks and aperitives. Like a lot of Japanese who go there to decompress, you will spend an excellent 100% Japanese evening.

To begin with, there is the Yurakucho district: located at one of the bars izakaya To taste a delicious saké or a beer (Japanese consume a lot of beer), you can also taste one of the famous chicken dishes, yakitori, these grilled mini darts, of which all Japanese are fried.

Then, on the way to the Tsukishima district to enjoy one of the traditional Japanese dishes, Monjayaki. It is a kind of thick pancake cooked with cabbage, fish or meat with mixed vegetables. This is a speciality of this neighborhood: a sort of Worcester sauce is added. Do not hesitate to ask the bar or restaurant manager to prepare your Monjayaki or do it yourself.

For those who prefer sweet things, there is always the taiyaki: it is a little fish-shaped cake that is kneaded to the paste of sweet red beans. One of the most famous desserts in Japan.

All this gustative and sensory tour of Tokyo’s bars lasts about 3 hours during which, within a group of 12 people at the most, you’ll walk through the busy streets of these two famous districts of the capital.

The fare for your trip includes tickets for public transport, the services of an English-speaking guide and the consumption of 5 yakitori, 1 monjayaki, 1 taiyaki without forgetting your glass of sake or beer.

Main photo credit: Flickr – Stéfan

Samuel Brown

I'm Samuel Brown, an enthusiastic explorer forever in search of the extraordinary. Life's journey is my ultimate muse, teeming with captivating moments, from hiking through pristine landscapes to immersing myself in diverse cultures. Each destination has its own unique story, and I'm here to share those stories with you. Through my narratives, I aspire to ignite your wanderlust, offering insights, tips, and the sheer thrill of discovery. Join me on this remarkable odyssey, as we uncover the world's hidden gems and create cherished memories that define our shared adventure.

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