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A beloved bistro bringing genuine European cuisine to Golden Gai at reasonable prices. Eight counter seats wrap an open kitchen where a giant menchi-katsu and creative seasonal dishes emerge. Called 'the real deal Golden Gai never had,' it's a hidden gem worth seeking out.
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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