Shinjuku Perfect Pairing Food Tour: 5 Stops, 4 Classic Pairings Discount Tickets

Overview

Experience 4 classic Japanese food-and-drink pairings across 5 local stops in the heart of Shinjuku. Bite-sized tastings keep the pace relaxed — enjoyable even if it's your first izakaya experience. Learn the cultural logic behind each pairing, from why lemon sours complement ramen to how sake enhances sushi. Walk through iconic Shinjuku landmarks like Omoide Yokocho and Golden Gai with stories behind each spot. End with a convenience store sweet that locals genuinely love — a surprisingly special finale.

Meeting and Pickup

End Point

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Soft Drink Alternatives — Available at every pairing stop.

Photos During the Tour — Your guide will help take photos throughout.

Pairing 2: Lemon Sour & Half Ramen — Lemon sour paired with half-sized ramen.

Pre-Tour Liver Support Drink — A turmeric-based supplement drink to help your body process alcohol.

Pairing 3: Sushi & Japanese Drinks — Small shared sushi with sake, plum wine, or another drink.

English-Speaking Guide — A local English-speaking guide leads the 3.5-hour tour.

Convenience Store Sweet — A modern classic Japanese convenience store dessert.

Pairing 1: Highball, Yakitori & Karaage — Highball with 2 yakitori skewers and 2 pieces of karaage.

Pairing 4: Beer, Gyoza & Edamame — 3 gyoza and a half portion of edamame with beer or another drink.

Exclusion

Additional food and drinks

Transportation to and from the meeting point

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

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

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels