Everyday (Except Sunday)

Bar Hopping in Koubuncho VEG

Vegetarian friendly tour! Enjoy eating and drinking together.

Highlights

Ready to become an Izakaya Master??

Join us for a night of eating and drinking like a Sendai local down the neon street Kokubuncho!
 
Undiscovered by most visitors to the city, a step down these places are just like discovering local areas. As most only sit around 8-10 customers at a time, it can be a little intimidating to enter on your own, but on this tour, you’ll be joined by a local guide! Let them introduce you to all the best places and help you navigate the language barrier as you eat, drink and chat to the friendly locals.
 
On this tour you’ll enjoy a drink of your choice and a plate of local food at three different styles of izakaya. Discover new favorits and learn to order like a pro!
 
Also this is a vegetarian friendly tour.  Please tell us what  you cannot eat when you book this tour.
 

OUTLINE

What’s Included

- Short walking tour of Kokubuncho.
- Visit to three different taverns of different styles, enjoying one drink and one plate of local cuisine at each.
- Private guide to teach you the tips and tricks of navigating a local izakaya!

Not included

- Any additional dishes and drinks.
- Anything not included in the above 'included' list

MEETING PLACE

TOUR COURSE

18:30

Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the Starbucks Kokubuncho(Hotel Grand Terrace Kokubuncho).

They will be holding the ‘Tohoku Local Secret Tours’ sign:

After a quick introduction you will head to biggest night town area in Northeast Japan, Kokubuncho short walk.

18:45

Enjoy a walking tour through the alleyways, learning about the history of the area. Today’s first tavern has the atmosphere of a traditional Japanese restaurant root back since 1950.

19:35

Head to a different style of tavern and enjoy a second drink and some more food!

Not sure what to order?  Your guide will tell you shop recommendations and teach you some useful words and tips for navigating your izakaya experience.

Lots of local foods transformed into western cuisine which local people loves.

20:25

Last stop! Make it count – choose a different drink and pair it with some good appetizers in calm atmosphere.

21:05

End of tour! 

Congratulations! You are now a qualified izakaya master!

Head home with a full stomach or return to your favorite bar and continue the adventure ~ 

TOUR DETAILS

Where
Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the Starbucks Kokubuncho(Hotel Grand Terrace Kokubuncho).
Time
2.5 hours
Size
2~3 persons
Price
14000 yen (※approx. $140 USD)
Sign-up Deadline
5 days before the tour date
Cancellation Policy
Up to three days prior, no cancellation fee.
Two days prior: 20%
Day before: 30%
On the day: 100%
Note
If the minimum number of participants is not met the event will be cancelled.

TOUR PLAN

Basic Plan

Price 14000 yen (approx. $140 USD)

Are you looking for a ‘deeper’ kind of travel?

At Tohoku ‘Local Secret’ Tours we can also suggest custom-made itineraries to meet your travel needs!
You want to experience what’s unique to Tohoku. You want to visit the places where the locals go; the places not listed in guidebooks! You want to meet and interact with local people. You want to take your time exploring Tohoku so you need a guide, or perhaps an English-speaking driver...
...whatever you need for your Tohoku travel, we have it covered!
Feel free to contact us with any inquiries. We will respond within two business days after receiving your message.

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