Free tour

Shinjuku Night Subculture (Adults only)

5.00

Excellent(28)

Tokyo

Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes

Languages: English

Guru: Ryo

Registered on 26 October 2024

Konnichiwa! I'm Ryo, your local guide. I graduated from Shinjuku Public High School, a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku station. I went to Waseda University, about a 30-minute walk from the same station. I used to live in Kabukicho town and worked for a movie production company located in the Shinjuku Nichome district. I have first-hand experience going to many of the establishments which we will discuss during the tour. Therefore, I consider myself to be a local. During the day, I am a cram schoolteacher, teaching English to high school graduate students.

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Shinjuku Night Subculture

During our tour, I'll walk with you through the iconic spots of Shinjuku, offering a deeper look beyond the neon lights. Together, we'll explore the stories behind these places and discuss the real-life experiences of the people who work and live in these vibrant establishments.

This tour is like having a friendly local guy sharing the real stories of Shinjuku with you. My goal is for you to fully enjoy the night, so please come with an open mind and a non-judgmental attitude. I will present the facts as they are—both the good and the bad—without sugarcoating. Please note that since we will be walking through red light districts, this tour will include a certain degree of adult content. This tour is not suitable for children under 18 or for those who may be uncomfortable discussing different sexual orientations.

As a local, I’ll do my best to answer any questions you have honestly—whether they're about politics, religion, race, or sexuality. There are no taboos in our intercultural exchange, so feel free to ask any direct questions. I welcome open and honest dialogue.

This tour is not just for first-time visitors to Shinjuku, but also for those returning for the second or third time. While there are many tours that highlight Shinjuku, I can assure you that this one offers a much deeper and more unique experience.

Maximum capacity is 4 people.

All foreign travelers are welcome! Unfortunately, this tour is not available to Japanese nationals.

I am looking forward to seeing you at the bus stop No.3 !

Departure place :
Yellow bus stop pole No.3 next to a bike parking on the Shinjuku Street ( = Shinjuku Dori Avenue) sidewalk.

Exit from the Shinjuku Station East Exit, and you will be facing Shinjuku Street ( AKA, Shinjuku Dori Avenue) . Turn left onto Shinjuku Street and walk for about 30 meters (100 feet) . The street will slope downward, and you will see a bike parking area on your left, with a yellow bus stop pole No.3 about 10 meters (30 feet) ahead.
Please keep scrolling the photos of Shinjuku neon lights to the right in order to see the directions in photographs.
Yellow bus stop Pole No.3 is roughly across the Shinjuku Dori Avenue from The Giant 3D Cat.

Departing place

Yellow Bus Stop ③
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Kabukicho Cine city Square
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Love hotel town
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Host club district
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Golden gai ( Golden town )
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Hanazono shrine
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Ni-chome LGBT district
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Dismissing place
Shinjuku Station

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3-chōme−23−２新宿サンビル地下1F

I will wait for you at yellow bus stop pole No. 3, next to the bicycle parking area on the sidewalk along Shinjuku Dori Avenue. This meeting spot is roughly across the street from the “Giant 3D Cat.” First, please exit from the Shinjuku Station East Exit, and you will be facing Shinjuku Street ( also Known as Shinjuku Dori Avenue ) . Then turn left onto Shinjuku Street and walk for about 30 meters (100 feet) . The street will slope downward, and you will see a bike parking area on your left and a yellow bus stop pole 3 on your right. I will be standing with a large i-pad hanging from my neck displaying a dog saying 'GURU. As a reminder, the location is about a 2 to 3-minute walk from the East Exit of Shinjuku Station. ------------------------ IMPORTANT -------------------- LOOK AT THE DIRECTION PHOTOS ON THIS TOUR'S FRONT PAGE ! Keep scrolling photos to the right.

Outside visit

Kabukicho Cine City Square

Outside visit

Love hotel town

Outside visit

Host club district

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).