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New York Bar
Nishi-Shinjuku
AI Score
96/100
Walking
2 min from Tochomae Station
The 52nd-floor bar at Park Hyatt Tokyo made famous by a well-known film, offering panoramic city views, live jazz most nights, and polished cocktails.
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Albatross
Shinjuku
88/100
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88/100
Walking
6 min from Shinjuku Station
Status
Closed
A quirky, chandelier-lit micro-bar in Shinjuku's famed Golden Gai alleyways, packed with retro bric-a-brac and barely room for a dozen guests.
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Total duration
4h 42m
Walking time
45 min
Start
12:00
Finish
17:27
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A fun, low-key entry point into Golden Gai's maze of tiny bars — friendly to first-timers and easy to strike up conversation.
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88%
●One of the more welcoming Golden Gai bars for first-time visitors
●Expect a small seating charge, standard across Golden Gai
●Great starting point before exploring the surrounding alleyways
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Opening hours
- Sunday7:00 PM – 3:00 AM
- Monday7:00 PM – 3:00 AM
- Tuesday7:00 PM – 3:00 AM
- Wednesday7:00 PM – 3:00 AM
- Thursday7:00 PM – 3:00 AM
- Friday7:00 PM – 3:00 AM
- Saturday7:00 PM – 3:00 AM
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4.3
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3 reviews
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Nao K.
2026-07-14
Great intro to Golden Gai — cramped in the best way, with a fun crowd.
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Emma L.
2026-06-02
Quirky decor and friendly bartenders, easy to strike up conversation.
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Liam O.
2026-04-19
Loved the retro chandeliers and cramped charm — a real Golden Gai experience.
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