If you like a view with your cocktail, The Bar should be at the top of your list. The simple name conceals a luxurious lounge, up on the 42nd floor of the Atago Mori Tower, where any seat in the house guarantees you a view of Tokyo Bay. The Bar also serves fantastic food, including award-winning pizza; there is a dress code so be sure to adhere to it if you want to get in.
It was here in this bar that Sofia Coppola filmed the famous, awkwardly romantic scenes between Bill Murray and Scarlett Johanssen for her Oscar-winning movie, 'Lost in Translation'. Located inside the Park Hyatt Hotel, the bar is an elegant addition to Tokyo's night life. Enjoy the fine libations and the jazz performances that entertain patrons each night. There is a cover charge of JPY 2200. Food is also served here.
Jazz lovers only need apply - Body and Soul plays jazz, and only the best jazz and has done so ever since its modest inception in 1974. Many excellent local jazz musicians play here, as well as international stars; Eddie Gomez frequents Body and Soul as do a host of others. It isn't a cheap night out, especially as the admission fee alone can be up to JPY10000, but for jazz fans, it's a must-visit!
Fresh fruit cocktails made on the spot are the specialty of the jazzy little bar with a few bar stools. Behind the screen is the nightclub with a dj booth and a bar in the corner, playing mostly house and techno music , with an excellent sound system. In good weather, there is often a BBQ on the patio filled with plants. A library on the first floor with tatami mats and plenty of magazines offers refuge to those who seek peace and quiet. Snacks and sweets to accompany the sake, beer or wine are snapped up fast!
Serving a unique menu with infusion of herbs and ground spices in cocktail mixes, Ben Fiddich is setting new standards in the mixology scene. Bartender Hiroyasu Kayama stands behind the bar in a suave look, as he blends heady cocktails that pack a punch with wizardly ingenuity. The ambiance of the bar is cozy as you pull a chair, grab a drink and admire the space. Highly recommended are the cocktails infused with liquors and bitters, so the house made Campari is worth a try.
For those who cannot do without their daily bout of Scotch, Helmsdale brings Scottish whiskey to town. Here one can find locals and tourists bonding over the fine drink as they while away the evening. Moderately priced, the venue is tastefully decorated in Scottish tones, giving the feel of a real Scottish pub. TV screens showcase the latest game which is avidly watched by patrons. The bar is mostly crowded at all times of the day.