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Shimbashi Hidden Gem Walking Tour

4.9 · 119 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 97% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Tokyo Operated by Arigato Japan KK Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
16:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Walk Shinbashi's backstreets for ramen, Wagyu and seasonal food across five stops.

A guide and two drinks are included; participants must be at least twenty and hotel pickup is excluded. 4.87 from 119 reviews at €198 per person for 3h.

In our comparison: #53 of 63 in Sightseeing & City Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €198 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Two drinks included
  • 5 Food Stops with Local and Seasonal Food
  • Local English speaking guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation costs
  • Additional drinks or food

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.

Reviews

4.9
119 ratings
Tripadvisor 114 · Viator 5

97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 116 of 119

Star breakdown of all 119 ratings

5 stars
110 · 92%
4 stars
6 · 5%
3 stars
1 · 1%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
2 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise local venues, varied food and cultural insights; the quantity of food can leave diners very full.

Praised

  • Varied food and drinks across izakayas, bars and restaurants
  • Small venues travellers say they would not find on their own
  • Explanations of food, local history and Japanese dining etiquette
  • Friendly hosts who make the evening feel sociable and relaxed
  • Adjustments for dietary restrictions and guests who do not drink

Complaints

  • The quantity of food can leave diners very full

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (23 October 2023 to 27 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Meet up point: In front of SL Quare Steam Engine (Three ladies statue side) Address: 2-7-1 Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo-to 105-0004 〒105-0004 東京都港区新橋二丁目7 Access: Shimbashi Station - JR Yamanote Line, Ginza Subway Line and Yurikamome monorail SL Square Exit
Departure
16:30, daily except Sun; scheduled through December 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
End point: JR Shimbashi Station
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Arigato Japan KK; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Adults only 20 years old and above

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food included Two drinks included
  • Age rule Adults only 20 years old and above

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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Ranked #53 of 63 in Sightseeing & City Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €7240, median €122; typical length 4h. 48 of 63 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 63 Sightseeing & City Tours

From €198 per adult