A bar run by 'Osamu-san,' a devoted Yusaku Matsuda fan. The name comes from a band he once played in. Every wall is covered with Matsuda photos and posters; classic TV plays on screen. The multi-talented master's creative cooking is another reason to visit.
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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