Tokyo Club Scene

11th Oct 2021

Tokyo Club Scene

Okay, crap-first: You must be at least 20 years old (the legal drinking age in Japan) to enter most clubs. 

Now onto cool

Tokyo, like Osaka, is vibrant. And we mean - Vibrant!. There's something for everyone, you just need to know where to look. Tokyo has the most diverse and fascinating nightlife scenes on the planet! In such a sprawling metropolis, and with so many amazing options, trying to decide where to go can be overwhelming, read - Nosebleed. 

Shibuya

Tokyo’s most densely packed and brightly-lit central district, it’s no surprise that Shibuya stays up late, with countless eateries, boutiques, watering holes, clubs, arcades and karaoke bars catering to well into the small hours. Golden Gai area is remains a colorful and wonderful part of Shinjuku to explore. This traditional drinking district is a small warren of narrow alleyways packed with tiny bars, and are welcoming to non-regulars despite the often-limited seating. 

Shinjuku

Shinjuku is a city-within-the-city that also never sleeps. Just subway ride away from Shibuya, you will never be bored in this frenetic section of Tokyo.

The nightlife here runs the gamut, from rowdy izakayas and beer bars, to red-light entertainment, as well as Tokyo’s small but lively gay district (2-chome, Ni-Chome). 

Roppongi

Packed with bars, clubs, and all-night revelers, Roppongi is one of Tokyo’s most famous nightlife districts.

Since the post-war era, when it served as a stomping ground for Allied forces, it’s popular with non-Japanese, and attracts ex-pats, international tourists, as well as Japanese business men, which is reflected in the area’s higher than average entry and drink prices. 

Roppongi is a mishmash, filled with everything from upscale bars, jazz venues and western-style clubs, to dive bars along with more sleazy establishments. Some places are slightly worn-in, but the area is packed on weekends and an option if you’re looking for a big night out. 

Ginza

During the day, Ginza is an upscale business district and high-fashion shopping destination, boasting one of the largest concentrations of luxury brands in the world.

As night falls, it transforms into one of Tokyo’s premium entertainment districts, with scores of decadent fine-dining restaurants, chic bars, and opulent nightclubs.

Shimokitazawa

Shimokitazawa (Shimokita, for short) is a bohemian neighborhood less frequented by casual travelers, only a short hop from Shibuya and having plenty to offer in terms of vintage shopping, quirky eateries and indie entertainment. Shimokitazawa is a magnet for Tokyo’s hipster and alternative crowds.