What this is
A guided bar-hopping walk through Kitahama, Beppu's most concentrated drinking district, visiting multiple bars and izakayas with a local guide leading the way. Kitahama sits close to the waterfront and is packed with small, character-filled spots that most visitors walk straight past — this tour is designed to get you inside them. Straightforward in concept, but genuinely useful for anyone who wants to drink with locals rather than alone at a hotel bar.
Who should go
Solo travellers and small groups who want to explore Beppu beyond the onsen circuit. Works well for people who don't read Japanese and would otherwise struggle to choose between unmarked doors on a back street.
Good to know
Confirm booking details and pricing directly with the organiser Beppu Ikkyuu, as this is a small local tour and availability is likely limited. Bring cash — small Kitahama bars rarely accept cards, and cover charges or drink minimums at each stop may not be included in any tour fee. Eat something beforehand; bar-hopping tours in Japan tend to move at a sociable pace with snacks rather than full meals. Wear comfortable shoes as the route is on foot through the district's streets.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.