Wakayama: Guided Bar Hopping Nightlife Tour - 3 Meeting Points

2 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Discover the culinary gems of Wakayama on this guided bar-hopping tour, where each stop reveals the city’s vibrant nightlife. Experience the warmth and flavors of this underrated destination, renowned for its seafood and local sake. Your professional guide will introduce you to two unique izakayas, offering a glimpse into Wakayama’s rich culture through its food and drink. Enjoy a food and drink allowance of ¥1,500 per venue while sampling local specialties like freshly caught fish and handmade tofu. With three distinct tour options, immerse yourself in local traditions and connect with the heart of Wakayama after dark.

Guided bar-hopping tour exploring Wakayama’s nightlife
Visit two unique izakayas with a food and drink allowance of ¥1,500 each
Learn about Wakayama’s culinary heritage from a local expert
Choose from three tour options based on local districts and vibes

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: DeepExperience

Ages: Adults (0–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional local guide
Included: Food and drink allowance of ¥1,500 per venue
Included: Visit to two izakaya or bars
Included: Guided bar-hopping tour

Not included

Not included: Additional food and drinks beyond allowance

Itinerary

Wakayama

2 hours

Wakayama City, the capital of Wakayama Prefecture, blends coastal freshness with centuries of culinary tradition. As a historic port town between the mountains and the Pacific, it developed a cuisine shaped by fishermen, farmers, and merchants. The city’s signature flavors include Kishu soy sauce with its deep umami, tangy umeboshi plums, and rich Wakayama ramen, a local favorite combining soy and pork broth. In the lively streets of Arochi and near the train stations, cozy izakaya serve freshly grilled seafood, seasonal vegetables, and smooth local sake brewed from mountain water. Dining in Wakayama is about more than taste — it’s about connection. Locals welcome visitors warmly, sharing stories and laughter over simple yet soulful dishes. Every meal tells the story of a city that unites land and sea, tradition and innovation, past and present. Here, under the glow of lanterns, you can feel the living spirit of Kishu through food that speaks of place, people, and pride.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting point is in front of Seven-Eleven Wakayama City Station Store. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. Please check the map for more details.
The meeting point is in front of Lawson Wakayama Arochi Store. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. Please check the map for more details.
The meeting point is in front of the Wakayama Higashi Police Station Koban (police box) near JR Wakayama Station. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. Please check the map for more details.

End point

The meeting point is in front of Seven-Eleven Wakayama City Station Store. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. Please check the map for more details.
The meeting point is in front of Lawson Wakayama Arochi Store. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. Please check the map for more details.
The meeting point is in front of the Wakayama Higashi Police Station Koban (police box) near JR Wakayama Station. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a yellow sign. Please check the map for more details.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

From JR Wakayama Station

From JR Wakayama Station

Starting point:

Wakayama Higashi Police Station Wakayama Ekimae Police Box, Japan, 640-8331 Wakayama, Misonochō, 5-chōme−１３−２
From Wakayama-shi Station

From Wakayama-shi Station

Starting point:

7-ELEVEN Wakayamashi Station Store, 1-chōme-48 Suginobaba, Wakayama, 640-8212, Japan
From Arochi District

From Arochi District

Starting point:

Lawson Wakayama Arochi, Japan, 640-8359 和歌山県和歌山市北ノ新地田町７