Samurai Restaurant Ticket with Sushi, 1 Drink & Matcha Sweet Set 18+

Kabukicho has plenty of places to spend an evening, but few combine a sushi meal with a ticketed stage show quite like Samurai Restaurant Time. You sit down for food and a drink, then watch a performance built around striking costumes, lively music, choreography and visual effects.

I like that the package gives you more than a seat at the show: sushi, a drink and Japanese sweets are included, and the staff may try to speak your language. The main trade-off is the timing: the package times vary, and the published schedule gives a longer visit than the one-hour duration shown elsewhere. Check your confirmation carefully.

Key points before you book

• Sushi comes with the show: Your ticket includes a sushi meal, so you can combine dinner and entertainment in one stop.
• One drink is included: Choose from about 20 alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. Japan’s legal drinking age is 20, even though the venue admits people aged 18 and up.
• Expect a stage spectacle: Costumes, music, choreography and visual effects make this a show first, rather than a quiet meal.
• Matcha and sweets are part of the package: Matcha may be replaced by another type, so the exact drink is not guaranteed.
• Time slots affect the price: The listed starting prices range from $61.15 for the 10:30 AM reception to $71.39 for the 4:00 PM reception.
• Bring age identification: You may be asked to prove your age at the entrance. A passport is specifically recommended.

A Kabukicho meal with a show built around it

Samurai Restaurant Time sits in Kabukicho, in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district. The venue is at Taro’s Building, basement level, 1 Chome-7-7 Kabukicho. That address puts the experience in the middle of a well-known nightlife area, making it an easy fit if you want an evening out that feels quite different from a standard restaurant booking.

The package combines a sushi set and one drink with a live performance. The show is described through its costumes, energetic music, choreography and visual effects. That matters when you’re deciding what kind of night you want: this is a lively, theatrical setting, not a subdued sushi counter where the food is the sole focus.

The sushi has received particular praise, and the included meal gives the ticket practical value. You do not need to find a separate restaurant beforehand to make the outing feel like a full meal. Still, if you are choosing a venue mainly for a long, leisurely dinner or a deep exploration of sushi, this format may not be the best match. The performance shares the attention with the food.

The staff are described as friendly and willing to try speaking your language. That is a welcome touch in a show venue where a little help at the door or with ordering can make the evening easier. No individual guide or host is named, so don’t book expecting a guided cultural talk.

What happens from reception to the final sweets

The listed package times begin with reception at 10:30 AM and a performance start at 10:50 AM. Other options have reception at 1:30 PM with a 2:00 PM start, or reception at 4:00 PM with a 4:30 PM start. Arriving for reception gives you time to check in and get seated before the main show begins.

At the entrance on the first floor, present your reservation confirmation and proof of age. Staff provide your performance ticket, drink voucher and seat number. It is worth having the confirmation ready on your phone and keeping your passport or other valid identification close at hand. If you arrive after the entrance time, your booking may be canceled.

Once seated, you can enjoy the sushi meal and use your voucher for one drink. The choice includes roughly 20 alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, with examples such as beer, cocktails, sake, wine and soft drinks. If you are aged 18 or 19, you can enter but cannot legally drink alcohol in Japan, so choose a soft drink. The package allows that option.

The performance brings together music, costumes, choreography and visual effects. The information provided does not specify the exact acts or the order of the show, so it is best to expect a broad live spectacle rather than a particular story or historical lesson. The experience’s appeal is its mix of Japanese-themed stage entertainment and a meal in one place.

There are two breaks during the show, and you can buy extra food or drinks before, during or after the performance. Those additional purchases are cash only. That offers some flexibility if the included sushi does not quite satisfy you, but plan ahead if you prefer to pay by card. Outside food and drink are not allowed.

Matcha and Japanese sweets are also included. The matcha may be substituted with another type, so treat it as an included Japanese-style finish rather than a guaranteed specific tea. The sweets give the package a small dessert course, rounding out the meal without requiring you to seek out another stop.

How the price stacks up

The lowest listed price is $61.15 for the 10:30 AM reception and 10:50 AM start. The afternoon slots cost more: $69.79 for the 1:30 PM reception and $71.39 for the 4:00 PM reception. These are starting prices, and your final booking price may depend on the selected option.

The package value rests on the combined ticket: admission, sushi, one drink, matcha and sweets, plus the live show. If you would otherwise pay separately for a meal, a drink and entertainment, bundling them can make planning simpler. You also avoid having to coordinate a restaurant booking with a separate performance.

The price makes less sense if you mainly want a quiet dinner, or if you would not enjoy a show-led atmosphere. The included drink is limited to one, and anything extra costs more, with cash required for additional food and beverages. Think of the ticket as a fixed night-out package, not an all-you-can-eat or unlimited-drinks deal.

For a first visit to Tokyo, the format may be especially handy: you get a memorable evening in a central Shinjuku district without having to assemble several separate plans. Couples and friends who like live entertainment are natural fits. If the show itself is not your sort of fun, the sushi alone is unlikely to justify the ticket price.

Timing, age rules and small details that matter

There is a timing discrepancy worth checking. The experience is described in one place as lasting one hour, while the venue itinerary gives a 1 hour 40 minute stay and lists a 10:30 AM departure with a 12:30 PM return. The package-specific times show reception at 10:30 AM and the start at 10:50 AM. Use the time on your confirmed voucher as your guide, and allow for a visit longer than a single hour.

The start time may be moved 30 minutes earlier. If that happens, the operator says it will contact you by email or chat, so check your messages before you set out. The schedule can also change with traffic or weather, and the performance may be canceled because of a natural disaster or equipment problem. In that case, you should be contacted and the payment refunded to the card used to book.

Entry is restricted to people aged 18 or older, with no exceptions for younger people accompanied by adults. The venue may ask for proof of age, and anyone unable to provide it may be refused entry without a refund. Japan’s legal drinking age is 20, so bring identification and choose a soft drink if you are under 20.

Free lockers are available, and staff can hold large luggage. That helps if you are coming straight from another activity, though it is still easier to arrive with only what you need. Personal expenses beyond the included items are not covered, and outside food and drinks are prohibited.

The voucher is valid only for the date and time booked. Changes are allowed until 24 hours before the activity starts, subject to stated exceptions for certain pass, presale or promotional bookings. Cancellations made at least 24 hours ahead qualify for a full refund; check the terms attached to your own booking for any restrictions.

Who will enjoy this Tokyo night out

I would consider this for a couple or a group of friends looking for a lively evening that combines food and entertainment. It also suits first-time visitors who want a distinctive Shinjuku night without having to plan a meal and show separately. The positive notes about friendly staff and good sushi are useful signs for anyone wary of booking a venue that may feel unfamiliar.

It is less suited to anyone under 18, anyone seeking a calm dinner, or anyone who wants an in-depth account of samurai history. The details describe a theatrical live performance, not a museum visit or a historical lecture. If you go in expecting a colorful stage show and a meal, rather than a formal cultural lesson, the package is easier to judge on its own terms.

Should you book Samurai Restaurant Time?

Book it if you like the idea of sushi, a drink, sweets and a high-energy show in one Shinjuku outing. The included meal and drink make the ticket more useful than admission alone, and the staff’s reported effort to communicate across language barriers is a welcome practical detail.

Skip it if you want a long, quiet sushi dinner or if your main goal is a serious history presentation. Before paying, choose your time slot, confirm the start time on your voucher, and remember the age rules: entry begins at 18, but alcohol is for people aged 20 and up.

FAQ

How long does the experience last?

The package is described as a one-hour experience in one place, while the detailed schedule gives a 1 hour 40 minute venue visit and a 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM itinerary. The exact timing can vary, so check your booking confirmation.

What food and drink are included?

The package includes a sushi meal, one alcoholic or soft drink from about 20 choices, and matcha with Japanese sweets. The matcha may be substituted with another type.

Can someone aged 18 or 19 order alcohol?

No. The venue allows entry from age 18, but Japan’s legal drinking age is 20. Guests under 20 should choose a soft drink.

What identification should I bring?

Bring a passport or other valid proof of age. The venue may ask to check it before issuing your performance ticket, drink voucher and seat number.

Can I buy extra food or drinks?

Yes. Additional food and drinks are available before, during and after the show, with two breaks during the performance. These extra purchases are cash only.

Where is Samurai Restaurant Time?

The venue is at Taro’s Building, basement level, 1 Chome-7-7 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo. Please check in at the entrance on the first floor.