Japanese drinking culture– tag –

This comprehensive guide compiles our exploration of Tokyo's senbero drinking districts, covering the unique character and standout establishments across Akabane, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Akihabara, Ueno, Kanda, and Kamata. What is Senbero? Se...

Tokyo's post-war industrial boom created a unique drinking culture that thrives to this day in Akabane. As factory workers poured out after grueling shifts, they sought affordable refuge in the countless drinking establishments that line...

Kitasenju may lack the glamour of Shibuya or the prestige of Ginza, yet this unassuming district harbors a remarkable secret: it ranks fourth in daily passenger traffic among all Tokyo stations, trailing only Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Ikebu...

Ueno-Okachimachi stands as one of Tokyo's three senbero capitals, alongside Akabane (the birthplace) and Shimbashi (salaryman heaven). This traditional district embodies authentic Japanese working-class culture, where the famous Ameyoko ...

Senbero—the art of getting tipsy for ¥1,000—represents one of Japan's most authentic drinking traditions. While recent inflation has made true ¥1,000 sessions increasingly rare, Akihabara's senbero establishments still offer exceptional ...

"Senbero" refers to budget-friendly standing bars where you can drink to your heart's content for around ¥1,000. While this drinking culture originated in Akabane in Tokyo's Kita ward, Shimbashi has evolved into the undisputed "Senbero K...