Robot Restaurant @ Tokyo

Have you ever heard of the Robot Restaurant in Tokyo?

I first gotta know about it a few years ago from a blog. It's a cabaret-style show with flashy dancers, robots and monsters fighting and dancing together, multi-colored laser lights, and a whole lot of things that you will only find in Japan. 

Kabukicho is the perfect spot to check out Tokyo nightlife. It's the entertainment and red light district in Shinjuku. And home to the Robot Restaurant.

The entrance tickets are rather expensive. But I read reviews on numerous websites and most said it was fun. Ok la.. one day I must go and watch it. The only problem is that, I always travel solo so it is kinda sad la to watch it alone hahahaha. Thus, it was never in my priority of things to do whenever I visited the metropolis.

On my recent summer trip to climb Mount Fuji, my sister was with me so I used my authority as the self-appointed trip leader to include Robot Restaurant in our itinerary. She didn't have any idea what the show is about but I managed to convince her to go with me. I just told her, it's gonna be fun!

I bought our tickets in advance from Klook. Found cheaper deals on JAPANiCAN but the dates that I wanted was sold out. We chose the earliest show at 4pm as it was cheaper than the later shows.



After redeeming our online tickets at the restaurant reception counter (don't be fooled into thinking that it is a normal restaurant), we were ushered to the waiting hall.  

My jaw dropped to the floor. Look at this!

So fancy! Gold chairs and tables and colorful LED lights. Feels like I am in Vegas hahaha.

About 10 minutes later, we were ushered to the stage area. Even the path to the stage area was fascinating with colorful decorations and lights.

We got front row! Not sure whether I bought the tickets early or what, but I don't think so cos I just bought a couple of days before the show. I guess the third party helped secure the best seats for everyone.

So yes. There are flashy dancers, robot fighting and dancing together, multi-colored laser lights and many more.

There are intermissions between shows and during these times, you can buy snacks and drinks, although I think they are very pricey. 

The show is ridiculous but it was totally fun! To be honest, I didn't understand much of what I watched (there is a storyline but you won't understand it either haha) but one thing for sure, we were laughing throughout the show. It may be touristy but the show is really like no other, a unique out-of-this-world experience.

Next time you visit Tokyo and wanna have some fun, go watch it.

Robot Restaurant

Show time : 4pm, 5.55pm, 7.50pm, 9.45pm

Entrance fee: 8000 yen per person

(book through third party such as Klook or JAPANiCAN or through their website to get discounted tickets)

Tel: +81-3-3200-5500

Access: About 8-10 minutes walk from Shinjuku Station