Make Friends International Party Tokyo | Meet New Friends in Shinjuku 【Review WelcomeTokyo】

Welcome Tokyo
Jan 23
3 min read

Updated: Feb 5

Share Your Experience! (Review for the Event on comment part)

If you joined our party, we would love to hear your feedback! Please leave a review in the comment section below to help other travelers and locals. (Note: You can post a review using your Google account.)

Key points for your review:

Venue & Atmosphere: What was the venue like? How was the overall vibe? (Please feel free to post one photo to support our community! 📸)
Our Hosts: How was your experience with the event hosts? Did you find them helpful and friendly? Did you like our event staff?
Recommendations: Who would you recommend this party to?

Looking for the best way to kick off your weekend in Tokyo? Whether you are a traveler, an expat resident, or a local English learner, our weekly event in Shinjuku is the perfect place to meet new friends from all over the world!

Held in a stylish, high-tech lounge in the heart of Shinjuku, this party is designed to be social, easy-going, and fun for everyone—especially those on a study abroad or working holiday adventure.

Event Program

19:30 – Door Opens & Check-in Receive your mission card and color-coded wristband.
20:00 – Cheers & Social Mixing Grab a drink from the self-serve taps and start chatting!
20:30 – Icebreaker Games Fun, optional activities to help you connect with people naturally.
21:30 – Free Networking Exchange social media (Instagram/Line) and make plans for the weekend.
22:00 – Event Finish

What Makes Our Party Special?

1. The Wristband System

No more "awkward" introductions! We use a color-coded wristband system to help you identify language preferences and interests. It makes it incredibly easy to find people to practice English or Japanese with.

Choose a wristband color that reflects your purpose for attending the party:

Example)

🟧 Orange: For Fun Time

🟩 Green: Language Exchange (make new friends from different cultures)

🟥 Pink: Singles (meet other singles)

🟨 Yellow: Chat with the Same Gender

🟦 Blue: Others (specify your purpose)

2. Self-Serve All-You-Can-Drink

Experience a unique self-serve system where you can pour your own drinks directly from the servers! This interactive setup means no waiting at the bar and more time for talking. Enjoy a wide variety of drinks at your own pace.

Weekly Schedule & Location

When: Every Friday Night
Time: 19:30 – 22:00 (7:30 PM – 10:00 PM)
Where: A premium social lounge in Shinjuku, Tokyo. (Just a few minutes from the station!)

Share Your Experience!

Have you joined our Make Friends International Party Tokyo on a Friday night? We would love to hear your story!

Please leave a comment and a review below. Tell us about the people you met, the drinks you tried, or how it helped your language skills. Your reviews help our global community stay vibrant and welcoming for the next travelers!

A Message from Welcome Tokyo: Why We Use the Wristband System

Have you ever joined a large party with 100 or 200 people and felt lost? Even when there are hundreds of people, it’s often hard to know who to talk to or if they share the same goals as you. You might spend a long time talking to someone, only to realize later that you were looking for different things—whether it's language practice, a serious friendship, or just local travel tips.

20 years ago, the founders of Welcome Tokyo experienced this exact frustration. We realized that having "many people" doesn't automatically mean "meaningful connections." We wanted to increase the probability of you meeting the right people.

That is why we developed our signature Color-Coded Wristband System. By choosing a color based on your specific purpose for the night, you can identify the right people to talk to at a glance. This system eliminates the guesswork and helps you focus your energy on those who share your interests.

We have been refining this idea for two decades. Today, it is one of our most popular features, attracting 100 to 200 participants every week who are looking for efficient, high-quality networking. We want to ensure that your time with us leads to long-lasting friendships and a happier life in Japan.

Share Your Experience! (Review for the Event on comment part)

Key points for your review:

Venue & Atmosphere: What was the venue like? How was the overall vibe? (Please feel free to post one photo to support our community! 📸)
Our Hosts: How was your experience with the event hosts? Did you find them helpful and friendly? Did you like our event staff?
Recommendations: Who would you recommend this party to?