Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka Cocktail Bars

imported by Craig V, curated by r/OsakaTravel

Hit Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka trying out some incredible cocktail bars. Here's where we went and what made each one special.

9 spots • 0 followers • Updated May 1 • Tokyo

Tom&Jerry Bar

Bar • Osaka • Japan, 〒530-0002 Osaka, Kita Ward, Sonezakishinchi, 1-chōme−8−９北新地NORTHビル B1F

"Super underground Japanese local vibe, suit and tie place, great prices, amazing classic drinks, super knowledgeable and friendly bartender. Favorite pick of the trip."

Desperate Prayer Cocktail Bar & Gallery

Bar • 大阪市 • 大阪府大阪市中央区宗右衛門町5-3 NIPPOベルソワール玉屋町 7階６号Desperate Prayer, ５宗右衛門町中央区大阪市大阪府 542-0084, Japan

"Dark Souls vibe, super unique, American owners fluent in Japanese and English, insanely nice people and cocktail nerds, crazy technique and attention to detail, top tier service from ex-Ritz-Carlton staff, does tiki/rum/mixology/classics, great hospitality and fun atmosphere. Newer bar doing something really special."

Cesarion

Japanese • Shibuya • Japan, 〒151-0064 Tokyo, Shibuya, Uehara, 1-chōme−33−１６オーツカビル

"Super local spot near Shinjuku, owner doesn't speak much English, bunch of salarymen smoking and chilling, world class drinks including perfect daiquiris and clover clubs."