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Known for small hard to miss bars, or quirky entertaining bars – Tokyo has something for everyone wanting to grab drinks in Tokyo. Whether you are craving a perfectly crafted cocktail to your liking or easy to miss whiskey bar – look no further then the city of Tokyo. Although the ever popular places like The New York bar are fabulous – it is always nice to switch it up right? I guarantee there is a place for you on this list. Hoping to bring a little bit of everything from speak easy to a laid back hangout space – here is my list of spots to grab drinks in Tokyo!
15 places to grab drinks in Tokyo
1/ Code Name Mixology Akasaka
Visit for: Unique specialty cocktails with friendly baristas ready to recommend their favorite. (PSA – they have peanut butter vodka)!
2/ Old Imperial Bar
Visit for: The feeling of yesteryear and dive into a historical bar set in a beautiful hotel.
3/ Zeotrope
Visit for: Hole in the wall vibe with plenty of whiskey.
4/ Bar Benfiddich
Visit for: Speak Easy that will create your ideal cocktails. No menu needed. Make sure to make a reservation beforehand.
5/ Long Grain Tokyo
Visit for: The Tokyo Tower views at sunset and at night. Everything you want while having drinks in Tokyo.
6/ Legatos
Visit for: Another place with city views from above and enjoying everyday drinks in the heart of Shibuya.
7/ Gen Yamamoto
Visit for: High class cocktails that I can guarantee you have never tasted before. The owner uses the freshest in season ingredients. Although pricey, these drinks in Tokyo show the true craft of cocktail bars. Make sure to make a reservation. For us, it was booked a month out – this place is popular.
8/ Fuglen Tokyo
Visit for: Casual cocktails in a cozy setting. Perfect for a quiet night and catching up with a friend. Read more about my favorite cafe turns cocktail bar for more information.
9/ Mixology Salon
Visit for: Tea inspired cocktails like the matcha old fashioned and earl grey martini.
10/ Tokyo Whiskey Library
Visit for: A great selection of whiskey paired with a nice cigar.
11/ Iron Fairies
Visit for: Underground vibes and LOTS of metal fairies – I mean, dare I say anything else? Having been to this epic bar in Hong Kong, I was ecstatic when I realized there was one in my home city! Third location in Bangkok, Thailand.
12/ Two Rooms
Visit for: A numerous amount of fruit flavored martinis and a roof top vibe.
13/ Commune 2nd
Visit for: Chill outdoor patio vibe with great beer selections. Stay for the great food trucks and stands as well. Commune 2nd is walking distance to Two Rooms (above) if your agenda calls for some more drinks in Tokyo.
14/ Champagne and Gyoza
Visit for: A great bubbly happy hour paired with gyoza, perfected dipping sauces and bartenders all dressed up in bow ties.
15/ OL by Oslo Brewing Co.
Visit for: A calm night out on a quiet Shibuya street. Have a beer and try on of their simple Scandinavian style appetizers. Tip: Same company as Fuglen Tokyo, and walking distance from each other!
Are you ready to grab drinks in Tokyo during your visit to Japan? Kumpai!
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