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A distinctive bar on the 2nd floor of Maruha Building, still displaying the signage of its former name 'Kojiro' — a charming quirk that confuses first-timers. Daily changing bar snacks impress, and the atmosphere between staff and regulars is genuine and welcoming. Budget: ¥2,000–3,000.
Shinjuku Golden Gai is Tokyo's most iconic bar district — 295+ unique bars packed into six narrow alleys in Kabukicho, Shinjuku. A 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station East Exit, next to Hanazono Shrine. Featured in the Michelin Green Guide, it has been a cultural institution since the 1950s.
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