Things to do in Kinki, Japan: The Best Bars & Clubs

January 6, 2022 Emerita Lamoureux

The Kansai region (関西地方, Kansai-chihō) or the Kinki region (近畿地方, Kinki-chihō) lies in the southern-central region of Japan's main island Honshū. The region includes the prefectures of Mie, Nara, Wakayama, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyōgo and Shiga, sometimes Fukui, Tokushima and Tottori. While the use of the terms "Kansai" and "Kinki" have changed over history, in most modern contexts the use of the two terms is interchangeable. The urban region of Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto (Keihanshin region) is the second-most populated in Japan after the Greater Tokyo Area.
Restaurants in Kinki

1. Kama Sutra Karaoke Bar

2-1-13 Higashi Shinsaibashi Osaka-ya Jumbo Bldg, 5F #5, Chuo, Osaka 542-0083 Osaka Prefecture +81 90-1919-3343
Excellent
92%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
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Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 74 reviews

Kama Sutra Karaoke Bar

A small, cozy karaoke bar in higashi-shinsaibashi. Experience the feeling of a traditional Japanese "snack" bar but with friendly foreign staff and English speaking Japanese staff! Also, at a fraction of the cost!!Come down by yourself or as a group, practice your English or Japanese!! You'll be sure to make new friends!5 min walk from subway Shinsaiashi stn. Exit 6.Head South on Shinsaibashi-suji, and turn left (East) on the 3rd block. (1 block after Krispy Kream). Head East on Hachiman-suji(八幡筋). Kama Sutra is between 4th and 5th blocks on the left side. right after "TURUYA Drug store" (5th floor of Osaka-ya Jumbo Bldg).No Charge, open everyday from 9-morning!!

Reviewed By KevinS895

This karaoke bar has been around for over a decade in Osaka and is a wonderful place to mix and mingle with both foreigners and local Japanese. You’ll meet every kind of person, all friendly and ready to sing and party probably till dawn!

2. Moon Tower

2-16-8 Nishishinsaibashi Rivet Bldg. 1F, Chuo, Osaka 542-0086 Osaka Prefecture +81 6-6210-3414 http://moontower.jp/
Excellent
85%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 40 reviews

Moon Tower

MoonTower One Coin Bar. We have everything for 500! If you want to blast off you can grab crazy big Inctergalactic cocktails at 1000 that will send you to the moon!We are in the heart of Osaka 1 block off of the Dotonbori river and near everything you want to see. We have DJs on the weekends and can be a good stop for your night on the town. Plan a fun night by also visiting our neighbors: Moonshine karaoke bar, and Bar Mustang to receive more free shots and for a fun time with a different vibe at each spot!

3. Bar Nayuta

1-6-17 Nishishinsaibashi Mario Bldg. 5F, Chuo, Osaka 542-0086 Osaka Prefecture +81 6-6210-3615 [email protected] http://bar-nayuta.com/
Excellent
88%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 118 reviews

Bar Nayuta

A cozy little shelter, "Bar Nayuta", is located at, just in front of America Mura (Shinsaibashi)'s most famous spot, Triangle Park (Sankaku Koen). Come and spend a night in Osaka with us. We're looking forward to drinking with you.

Reviewed By omajumder - New York, United States

I cannot begin to describe how amazing this bar is. I came here in January of 2019 and have thought about my experience at least every other day. The memory is a source of great comfort. If I had one reason to return to Osaka, it would be to have drinks here. I’ve been fascinated with the speakeasy concept for some time and have visited quite a few in New York and Long Island. The entrance to this speakeasy is unmarked except for a symbol in the elevator. When I first went with my wife, we couldn’t find the door until we had more time to reflect ????. The bar is beautifully designed and has a distinct gothic aesthetic. The lights are low, with most seats at the long bar with a few tables and chairs along the back. The first draw to this bar is the promise of custom cocktails, and it delivers. I was able to try 6-8 creations, some being classic or obscure cocktails with liquor more to my taste. All were different and offered a new experience. My bartender was extremely attentive to all the guests and is probably the best cocktail “shaker” I’ve seen. We made time in our full schedule to go back to the bar two times or three times. Our last time, our bartender had a shot of Fernet Branca with us to thank us for our patronage and gave me his business card which I still have today. If your main reason for visiting Japan is to make unforgettable cherished memories, you must make time for this. We did not even take photos at the bar in order to fully experience the moment. This bar does cater almost exclusively to foreigners meaning the staff speak English very well and are very accommodating. Most guests were well-behaved and the bartender was genuinely curious about other cultures or what tourists saw and ate that day. Some of the guests did become a bit rowdy, but nothing too bad. Regardless, this bar was the first of our trip that highlighted Japan’s exquisite bartenders and bar scene.

4. Bar Cordon Noir

121 Ishiyacho, Nakagyo-ku Matsushimaya Bldg.3F, Kyoto 604-8002 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-212-3288 http://bar-navi.suntory.co.jp/shop/0752123288
Excellent
94%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 18 reviews

Bar Cordon Noir

5. The Drunken Clam

6-26 Soemoncho 3F, Chuo, Osaka 542-0084 Osaka Prefecture +81 80-5306-5114 [email protected] http://www.theclamjp.com
Excellent
91%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 211 reviews

The Drunken Clam

Welcome to The Drunken Clam! We are an English karaoke bar in Osaka Japan which we provide free karaoke service to all our customers. Free entry charges and no seating charges.

Reviewed By 275dl

It was awesome drinking in a Family Guy themed bar. I can finally say I had a beer at the Drunken Clam. Everyone inside the bar was friendly, and it seemed like most of the customers knew each other. My friends and I really liked the atmosphere, good vibes all around. The whole bar lit up and sang classic songs together in both English and Japanese. Visitors don’t need to worry if they don’t understand Japanese because everyone spoke English. I recommend stopping by, it’s next to Dontomburi and the entire area is quite lively. I’ll definitely come back with some friends.

6. Ghost Ultra Lounge

2-17-3 Nishishinsaibashi Ark Shinsaibashi West B1F, Chuo, Osaka 542-0086 Osaka Prefecture +81 6-6214-0545 http://ghostosaka.com/
Excellent
88%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 164 reviews

Ghost Ultra Lounge

"GHOST ultra lounge"『 also known as RollsRoyce Ghost, which is the origin of our venue name 』, is a Nightclub located in Shinsaibashi, Osaka. Known for it's Luxurious and genuine stone floors, Cool interior, the latest as well as one of the largest LED lighting sets in Osaka and world-wide celebrity DJ performances, GHOST is the place to be. Here is supreme entertainment , a thrilling experience where you can dance your heart out and have the time of your lives.

7. L'Escamoteur Bar

138-9 Saisekidori, Shijosagaru, Saitocho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8012 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-708-8511 https://www.facebook.com/pages/L-Escamoteur/1392735951033939?sk=timeline
Excellent
88%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 234 reviews

L'Escamoteur Bar

Vintage Cocktails, Old-Time Atmosphere, Magic House, Elixirs and Mystery. Are you ready to take a step into the unknown?!

Reviewed By gracecyl - Singapore, Singapore

My boyfriend and I absolutely enjoyed our time here at L’escomoteur. Seriously the ambience and setting is FANTASTIC!! All the tools and props are wonderfully curated to fit the intended aesthetics of this magical bar. The cocktail menu was insane. Very thoughtfully crafted with interesting ingredients you never thought would go well together to give multi-dimensional drinks that was so full of depth and flavour. We both had 6 drinks in total and we would have more if we didn’t spend our dinner time queuing and had to rush off before all the other restaurants closed for dinner. This place is such a gem and I would HIGHLY recommend this to anyone coming to Kyoto!!! Please. This is absolutely one of the highlights of my entire Japan trip. Thank you Christophe!

8. The Suite

2-18-18 Nishishinsaibashi 2f, Osaka 542-0086 Osaka Prefecture +81 6-6282-7742 [email protected] http://www.thesuitejapan.com/
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 35 reviews

The Suite

Kansai Scene's 2016 Readers Choice Award Winner! Best 'Nice Night Out' in Osaka! Inspired by the timeless story of 'The Great Gatsby' and influenced by the glitz and glamour of old New York City Hotel Suites like the incredible Fitzgerald Suite at the Plaza Hotel, 'The Suite' is Osaka's most exciting and exclusive New York City styled lounge and bar. Invoking the elegance, glamour and decadence of the roaring 1920's and the American Art Deco era, 'The Suite' is unlike anything you've experienced before. Featuring incredible specialty cocktails and live music every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night, The Suite is a 'must do' in Osaka. "Check out of reality.. and in to.. The Suite'

9. SURFDISCO

97 Shincho, Nishikiyamachi Shijo Agaru, Shimogyo-Ku Imagium Bldg 8F, Kyoto 606-8357 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-212-1173 [email protected] http://www.surfdisco.jp
Excellent
93%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 30 reviews

SURFDISCO

10. HK Club Q International Party Bar

2-1-14 Higashi Shinsaibashi Button Bldg. B1F, Chuo, Osaka 542-0083 Osaka Prefecture +81 6-6226-8136 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/ClubQ.Osaka/
Excellent
97%
Good
2%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 579 reviews

HK Club Q International Party Bar

Tripadvisor No.1 Bars & Clubs in Osaka Nightlife in Osaka Certificate of Excellence 2017 2018 HK ClubQ Osaka International Party Bar New Open Club Q in minami... Great Music and Drinks... Everybody invited International Party Bar HK Club Q Now Open. Everybody is Welcome... Come to meet new friends. Unique international club in Japan !!! B1F 2-1-14 Higashi shinsaibashi Chuo-ku Osaka-city HK ClubQ International Party Bar

Reviewed By Q7772XGantoniog

Great bar!!! Very friendly staff and very accommodating!!! Great place to chill with good tasting concoctions, I definitely recommend while at Osaka, just 2-3 min walk from Dotombori food strip.

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