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This Tokyo hotel offers a retro nightlife experience you can’t miss

Travel back to Tokyo’s Showa era with this exclusive hotel package

Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills
Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills

Tokyo’s glittering skyline hides a side of the city where time seems to stand still, and Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills is ready to take guests there. Perched atop the 52-story Toranomon Hills Mori Tower, the luxury hotel has unveiled “The Nostalgic Soul of Tokyo Today – Music, Flavors & Night,” an immersive package that whisks travelers back to Japan’s Showa Era (1926–1989).

The experience begins with a 3.5-hour guided walking tour through Shimbashi’s neon-lit backstreets, where vinyl record bars spin 1970s kayōkyoku hits, intimate Obanzai eateries serve comforting family-style dishes, and traditional snack bars invite visitors to join spirited Mama-san-led karaoke sessions. 

What’s included in the package?

The experience is designed as a full cultural immersion, combining a luxury stay with an insider’s tour of the city’s retro nightlife. Guests booking the package will enjoy:

  • A minimum two-night stay at Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills, one of the capital’s premier luxury hotels perched atop the 52-story Toranomon Hills Mori Tower.
  • Daily buffet breakfast at The Tavern – Grill & Lounge, featuring seasonal ingredients and Japanese-inspired specialties.
  • A 3.5-hour guided walking tour of Shimbashi, including three curated stops that capture the magic of Tokyo’s Showa Era.
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Each stop reveals a different slice of old Tokyo. Savor comforting seasonal dishes at an intimate Obanzai eatery, browse vinyl stacks while 70s and 80s kayōkyoku hits play in a vintage record bar, and end the evening in a cozy Snack Bar where a spirited Mama-san hosts karaoke and lively conversation.

The tour is exclusively for adults 20 years and older and takes place on the second night of your stay. Valid for stays from September 22, 2025, through March 15, 2026, bookings must be made by March 1, 2026. 

An English-speaking guide ensures travelers can fully enjoy each nostalgic stop while connecting with locals along the way.

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