Tide Tokyo
Good to know before you go
- Getting there
- Shinjuku Station · 5 min walk (JR Yamanote Line, JR Chūō Line, Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line)
- Hours
- 1F Music Bar: Wed, Fri, Sat & day before holidays 22:00–4:00; 2F Night Club: Thu–Sun 22:00–4:30, Sun 6:00–9:00; closed Mon & Tue
- Admission
- Thu & Sun: ¥1,000 (includes 1 drink); Fri, Sat & day before holidays: Men ¥2,000 (includes 1 drink), Women ¥1,000 (includes 1 drink); Sun morning after-hours: ¥1,000 (includes 1 drink)
- Time needed
- 2–4 hours
- Best time to go
- Midnight to 2:00 AM on Fridays and Saturdays for peak dance floor attendance, or 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on Sundays for the dedicated morning after-hours session
Hours can change on holidays — check the official site before travelling.
About
Tide Tokyo is a highly-rated, energetic nightclub located in the heart of Shinjuku's bustling Kabukicho district. Spanning two floors, it is famous for its state-of-the-art sound system, immersive LED lighting, and exceptionally friendly, English-speaking staff. Travelers can expect a welcoming, high-energy mix of electronic and hip-hop beats, making it a fantastic, tourist-friendly spot to experience Tokyo's legendary nightlife without feeling out of place.
What Japanese guides note
Tide Tokyo occupies the first two floors of the Leo Shinjuku Building in eastern Kabukichō. Japanese club resources emphasize that physical photo IDs are strictly checked at reception, meaning digital scans or phone screenshots are not accepted. Guests can move between the quieter ground-floor shisha lounge and the louder second-floor dance hall during their visit without paying separate entrance fees.
Details from local sources
- Tide Tokyo divides its premises across two distinct levels, utilizing the first floor as a shisha music lounge and the second floor as a 350-capacity main nightclub hall. [source]
- The club operates a Sunday morning after-hours event between 6:00 and 9:00 priced at ¥1,000 with one drink included. [source]
- Entry is restricted to patrons aged 20 and over, requiring a government-issued physical photo identification check at the door. [source]
- The venue enforces a dress code turning away guests dressed in sports jerseys, sweatpants, tank tops, or sandals, and restricts exposed tattoos. [source]
- Smoking is banned on the main floor and confined to designated indoor smoking booths, with exceptions made only for seated VIP table areas. [source]
- VIP table packages are bound to two-hour seating blocks and carry an automatic 20 percent service charge on the final bill. [source]
Insider Tip
Arrive before midnight on weekends to beat the long entry lines and take advantage of early-bird drink discounts.
Frequently asked
What identification do I need to enter Tide Tokyo?
Every guest must present a valid government-issued physical photo ID proving they are at least 20 years old, such as an original passport, Japanese residence card, or driver's license. Digital smartphone copies, photocopies, or documents without birthdates are rejected at the entrance inspection checkpoint.
Is there a dress code enforced at Tide Tokyo?
Yes. Security will deny entry to patrons dressed in athletic jerseys, sweatpants, tank tops, or open sandals. Those with visible tattoos may be turned away or required to keep them completely covered under clothing before being admitted into either floor of the venue.
How do the two floors differ inside Tide Tokyo?
The venue is split across two distinct levels. The first floor functions as a music and shisha lounge bar designed for seated conversations and drinks. The second floor hosts the primary nightclub space, featuring the main DJ stage, dancing area, and reserved VIP seating.
Can I pay for admission and drinks with cashless payments?
Yes. Tide Tokyo accepts cash alongside major credit cards, IC transport smartcards like Suica or Pasmo, electronic mobile money, and standard Japanese QR payment platforms at both the front reception entrance and the bar counters on both levels.
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