Today we will take a look at some good bars in Kyoto, Japan! In our impression, Kyoto has always been a quiet city, but whenever night falls, there is no shortage of excitement and bustling here, one of which is reflected in the bars here. Specific information is as follows!
L'Esca Moteur Magic Bar
I squeezed in to see the Paddy Club, which was voted the number one place in Kyoto by foreigners by Yelp. L'Escamoteur created a mysterious and magical "Magic Bar" with a Western World theme a hundred years ago. It is a must-go place in Kyoto at night!
L'Escamoteur is located on the second floor of a building on the street of Chalet Town, up a dimly lit staircase. There are only 12 seats in the store. The exquisite space is filled with relaxing music and is filled with wine cabinets, bird cages, old bottles and jars, globes, and even a swing seat, creating a unique and mysterious atmosphere. . The store's name originally meant "magic" in Old French. Store manager and bartender Chris is from Marseille, France, and has lived in Kyoto for more than ten years. His amazing bartending skills are the main reason to attract customers!
It is famous for its homemade cocktails using Japanese ingredients. Among them, the "old-fashioned cigarette bottle" will be lit in front of the table and covered with a glass cover to create bursts of smoke. An amazing cocktail that is definitely a must-try! Kyoto Garden utilizes matcha, peach and sake. It's full of local flavor and a popular cocktail. The bathroom hidden behind the bookshelf is a must! If you want to have a drink at night in Kyoto and experience a unique mysterious space and delicious cocktails, you must come to L'Escamoteur!
L'EscaMoteur
Address: No. 2F9, No. 138, Sakuta-cho, Nishi-ishigaki Shijo, Natsuzu-ku, Kyoto
Business hours: Tuesday to Sunday 20 : 00~26:00, closed on Mondays.
Cost: Cocktail 1,500 yen
Transportation: A 5-minute walk from Hankyu "Kawaharacho" station.
Setsugekka Bar
When people pass through a magnificent Taisho era building in Sanjo and pass through an inconspicuous entrance, they will be surprised to find that there are four different spatial interpretations inside, creating a The wonderful atmosphere of Kyoto at night. Snowflake is definitely the first choice for adult dating!
Snowflake was renovated from a Taisho building listed as a cultural heritage. Initially, it was a fixed savings bank. There are four different spaces. "Snow" is a harmonious room style, like an orange white snow world, with a quiet tone; "Moon" is a luxurious space limited to eight seats, overlooking the courtyard; and "Flower" is a warm space surrounded by special paper. The most classic salon is the lobby of an old bank. The retro style makes guests feel like they are back in 1916. There is a fireplace with warm wood fire, antique sofas and seats. Drink a glass of whiskey with some snacks like peanut cookies, the atmosphere is very intoxicating!
Have a drink at SnowmoonFlower. Famous Japanese whiskeys such as Yamazaki, Noburo, and Hyakushu are all must-have classics. Additionally, there are seasonal cocktails with seasonal fruits. Setsugekka is quiet and elegant at night, and it is also a good place to appreciate Kyoto.
Setsugekka
Address: No. 20, Nakamachi, west of Sanjo Dofuku Road, Nakakyo-ku, Kyoto
Business hours: 19:00~2:00, holidays vary.
Cost: Cocktail 1,200 yen
Transportation: 7-minute walk from City Service Center-mae subway station.
Liquor Art Museum
It is near Wuwan Yuchi. Looking at the name, you might be mistaken for an art museum. In fact, it is just a bar. The biggest selling point of the store is that it has nearly a thousand kinds of wine collection, which is as gorgeous as an art museum.
This is a romantic building. Go down the stairs to the second floor and you will arrive at the storefront of the Liquor Art Museum.
As soon as you enter, you will be shocked by the towering wooden structure and as many as 1,000 kinds of wine! As the name suggests, the store is simply an "art gallery" dedicated to collecting wine!
It is recommended to take advantage of the "happy hour" in the afternoon, which lasts for 6 hours and all wines are half price! The lowest price for beer is only 250 yen, and cocktails start at 300 yen! There are also bento boxes and various drinks and dishes, such as curry rice made with the famous meat dish "red". Lunch sets with salad start at 800 yen, which is delicious and cheap. Highly recommended!
Liquor Art Museum
Address: 124642f Wenchun, No. 79, Tamakura Town, Nakai District, Kyoto
Business hours: 12:00~24:00, all Open every day.
Fee: Happy hour from 14:00 to 20:00, all alcoholic drinks are half-price, seat fee is
Transportation: 5-minute walk from the subway "Wuwanyuchi" station.
BarNostalgia
Located on the ground floor of a building in the Sanheyuan Town business district, Bar Nostalgia is a popular local secret bar!
As soon as you enter the store, the lively atmosphere of the business district outside instantly disappears and becomes quiet and comfortable. The opening hours here are earlier than ordinary bars, and meals are also served. If you are tired of shopping, why not have a drink here and enjoy delicious exotic food, such as pizza and pasta! The store updates Kyoto-style cocktails every month, themed around the season and the holiday of the month. Those who want to try it early don’t miss it! In addition, there are also cocktails based on the concept of a newly selected group of characters, which are also special drinks!
Address: Room 1406
Business hours: 17:00~2:00, open all day.
Cost: Newly selected cocktails start at 800 yen.
Transportation: It is within walking distance from the subway station in front of the Municipal Service Center.
In a quiet little street near the wooden house town, no one knows that the "World Cocktail Champion" super famous store rocking chair is hidden!
Enter the store through the ancient path, which was rebuilt from Machika's old house in 1990. In addition to the bar where you can chat with the bartenders, the best seats are the ones looking out at the Japanese garden, complete with a wooden rocking chair! It adds a touch of warmth and the overall atmosphere of the rocking chair is quite comfortable and pleasant. Even foreign tourists can order easily without making people afraid to walk in! In addition to the cocktails on the menu, you can also tell the waiter your favorite base liquor, sweet and sour flavors, seasonal fruits, and alcohol concentration, and they can also make a unique cocktail for you!
The store manager Hirakura Kenji is a very famous bartender. Following the Japanese championship, he once again won the WCC2016 World Cocktail Championship with "Best Live". If you want to drink this world cocktail champion, you have to go to the rocking chair! Mixed by the world champion himself, it combines geranium gin and elderberry syrup with the freshness of cantaloupe and grapefruit. One sip of wine is rich in sour, sweet, bitter and spicy, making it a refreshing and refreshing work with many layers! It is the best decoration in Kyoto at night.
Bar Rockingchair Machiya style bar
Address: 434-2, Xiaju Town, Tongkuguangji, Yujing Town, Xiajing District, Kyoto Prefecture
Business hours: 17: 00~25:00, closed on Tuesdays.
Cost: Cocktail 800 yen, seat 500 yen.
Transportation: 5 minutes’ walk from Hankyu “Kawaharacho” Station.
These bars in Kyoto each have their own characteristics. I believe there is always one that suits everyone's wishes. If you have time, you might as well go to these bars in Kyoto in the evening!