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Shiga: Kusatsu & Minami-Kusatsu Bar Hopping with Local Guide

By DeepExperience
Free cancellation available
The previous price was $229 and current price is $160 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Discover the vibrant nightlife of Kusatsu, a city rich in history and culture along the Tōkaidō route. This bar hopping tour immerses you in local traditions as you visit two unique establishments, indulging in a food and drink allowance of 1,500 yen per bar. Your knowledgeable local guide will share insights into Kusatsu's izakaya culture, introducing you to recommended dishes and local beverages. Choose between the historic Kusatsu Station area with its traditional izakayas or the youthful atmosphere of Minami-Kusatsu Station filled with casual pubs and craft beer houses. Enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with flavors, friendships, and cultural stories that reflect the heart of Shiga Prefecture.

  • Explore the lively nightlife of Kusatsu with an experienced guide
  • Visit two unique bars and enjoy a 1,500 yen food and drink allowance
  • Choose from the historic Kusatsu Station or the vibrant Minami-Kusatsu area
  • Immerse yourself in local culinary traditions and izakaya culture

Activity location

  • Kusatsu
    • Kusatsu, Shiga Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Minamikusatsu Ekimae Police Box
    • 1 15
    • 525-0059, Kusatsu, Shiga, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Kusatsu Station Option
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Kusatsu Station Option
Starting point:
Kusatsu Police Station Kusatsu Ekimae Police Box, 1-chōme-1-16 Shibukawa, Kusatsu, Shiga 525-0026, Japan

Language options: English
Price details
$228.97
$160.28 x 1 Adult$160.28
Total
The previous price was $228.97 and current price is $160.28
30% off
Until Tue, Oct 28
Minami-Kusatsu Station Option
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Minami-Kusatsu Station Option
Starting point:
Minamikusatsu Ekimae Police Box, 1-chōme-15-1 Noji, Kusatsu, Shiga 525-0059, Japan

Language options: English
Price details
$228.97
$160.28 x 1 Adult$160.28
Total
The previous price was $228.97 and current price is $160.28
30% off
Until Tue, Oct 28

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Food and drink allowance of 1,500 yen per bar
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided bar hopping tour in Kusatsu
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local guide sharing stories and cultural insights
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to two unique bars
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Private transportation

Know before you book

  • 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

Activity itinerary

Kusatsu
  • 2h
Kusatsu, once a historic post town on the Tōkaidō road, is today one of Shiga’s liveliest nightlife destinations. This guided bar hopping tour takes you into the heart of the city’s drinking culture with an experienced local guide. You will visit two different bars—each offering its own atmosphere and flavors—while enjoying a 1,500 yen food and drink allowance at each stop. In the Kusatsu Station area, discover long-standing izakaya and vibrant standing bars where commuters and locals gather. In Minami-Kusatsu, experience a youthful, international vibe filled with stylish pubs and craft beer spots. Along the way, your guide will share stories of Kusatsu’s history, Lake Biwa’s cultural influence, and the role of izakaya in everyday life, making this tour more than just a night out—it is a cultural journey through Shiga after dark.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Kusatsu
    • Kusatsu, Shiga Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Minamikusatsu Ekimae Police Box
    • 1 15
    • 525-0059, Kusatsu, Shiga, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Kusatsu Police Station Kusatsu Ekimae Police Box
    • 16 1
    • 525-0026, Kusatsu, Shiga, Japan

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