Kichijoji Jazz Adventure
Private Walking Tour
"This is exactly what I was looking for! I want to spend the whole week here!" - Discover Tokyo's most charming neighborhood through its authentic jazz scene
Tour Highlights
- ✓ Intimate jazz venues - Strings, Scratch, Tomunekogo
- ✓ Vinyl record shops - Hi Styles & hidden gems
- ✓ Harmonica Yokocho - Authentic tiny bars
- ✓ Local experience - Away from tourist crowds
$99-$199
3-4 hours • 1-6 people
Why Kichijoji is Special
Away from Tourist Crowds
Unlike Asakusa or Shibuya where foreign visitors dominate, Kichijoji offers authentic Tokyo life. This beloved neighborhood feels like a "small town in the big city" where locals actually live and socialize.
"After visiting the heavy tourist areas, Kichijoji felt like discovering the real Japan - exactly what travelers are seeking."
Intimate Jazz Culture
- Tiny jazz bars: 8-12 seat venues with incredible atmosphere
- Harmonica Yokocho: Historic drinking alley with hole-in-the-wall spots
- Vinyl paradise: Legendary record shops for jazz collectors
- Local scene: Where Tokyo jazz lovers actually go
Your Kichijoji Jazz Experience
Intimate Jazz Venue Experience
Visit 2-3 carefully selected venues from our curated list:
- • Strings - Live bar with Italian kitchen and genre-specific nights
- • Scratch - Classic cafe/bar since 1974, perfect quiet atmosphere
- • Tomunekogo - Cozy, rustic cafe near Inokashira Park
- • Funky - Sleek upstairs bar with sophisticated vibe
*Venue availability varies by day/time - we select the best options for your visit
Vinyl Record Treasure Hunt
Explore Hi Styles Records and other specialized shops featuring jazz, funk, blues, and soul collections that would cost triple in NYC or London.
Perfect for collectors and music lovers alike
Harmonica Yokocho Discovery
Navigate this historic drinking alley with tiny bars that locals have frequented for decades. Experience what visitors mean when they say "izakaya" - these authentic 4-6 seat spots.
The real Japan that guidebooks can't properly convey
Local Jazz Culture Deep Dive
Learn about Tokyo's jazz history, venue etiquette, and why this neighborhood became a haven for music lovers. Understand the social dynamics that make these tiny spaces work.
Cultural context that transforms listening into understanding
Optional Add-On Experiences
🎨 Ghibli Museum
World-famous Studio Ghibli museum in Mitaka (advance tickets required)
+¥8,000 guide extension
Museum tickets (¥1,000) purchased separately
🌸 Inokashira Park
Beautiful park with pond boating, street performers, and seasonal beauty
+¥3,000 guide extension
Perfect for cherry blossom season
🍗 Historic Iseya Yakitori
Famous yakitori restaurant by the park, operating since 1928
+¥2,000 guide extension
Food costs separate (¥2,000-3,500)
Tour Pricing & Options
Kichijoji Jazz Adventure - Private Guide Service
Fully customizable experience for your group
1-2 People
$99
3-4 hours
3-4 People
$149
3-4 hours
Most Popular5-6 People
$199
3-4 hours
Extended
$49
per additional hour
✓ Guide Service Includes
- ✓ Expert local jazz scene guide
- ✓ Venue selections based on your preferences
- ✓ Cultural context and jazz history
- ✓ Record shop guidance and recommendations
- ✓ Harmonica Yokocho navigation
- ✓ Flexible itinerary customization
Your Additional Costs
- Venue cover charges $15-25 per person
- Dinner $20-35 per person
- Drinks $5-10 per drink
💡 Tip: Budget $50-80 per person for a full experience
Reserve Your Kichijoji Jazz Adventure
Tour Details & Information
Meeting & Logistics
- • Meeting Point: JR Kichijoji Station North Exit (we'll send exact location details)
- • Start Times: Flexible - afternoon/evening tours work best for jazz venues
- • Duration: 3-4 hours standard, extensions available
- • Group Size: 1-6 people maximum for intimate venue access
- • Language: English with cultural translation when needed
Venue Availability
Jazz venues in Kichijoji operate on different schedules. Some are closed certain days, others only open evenings. We carefully select 2-3 venues that will be open and provide the best experience for your specific visit day and time.
- • Strings: Schedule varies by genre nights
- • Scratch: Usually open afternoons/evenings
- • Record shops: Generally daytime hours
- • Harmonica Yokocho: Evening atmosphere is best
What to Bring
- • Cash: Most venues are cash-only ($75-120 recommended)
- • Comfortable shoes: We'll be walking between venues
- • Music curiosity: Come ready to discover new sounds
- • Respect for venue size: These are intimate spaces
Booking & Cancellation
- • Advance booking: 48 hours minimum (1 week recommended)
- • Payment: 50% deposit to confirm, balance on tour day
- • Cancellation: Full refund 48+ hours, 50% refund 24-48 hours
- • Weather: Tour operates rain or shine (most venues are indoors)
- • Venue closures: Alternative venues provided if primary choices unavailable