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Things to do in Tokyo, Kanto: The Best Jazz Clubs & Bars
Tradition collides with pop culture in Tokyo, where you can reverently wander ancient temples before rocking out at a karaoke bar. Wake up before the sun to catch the lively fish auction at the Tsukiji Market, then refresh with a walk beneath the cherry blossom trees that line the Sumida River. Spend some time in the beautiful East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, then brush up on your Japanese history at the Edo-Tokyo Museum. Don’t forget to eat as much sushi, udon noodles, and wagashi (Japanese sweets) as your belly can handle.
Restaurants in Tokyo
1. Every Swing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
◆The first Wednesday of every month, NO COVER CHARGE LIVE JAZZ! Starting at 19:30pm (2 drinks & snack minimum) If you're a musician (Upper Intermediete level), bring your instrument and sit in! Every Swing is a small friendly club in the barren back streets east of Ueno Station. We are next to Hotel New Tohoku. 5 miniutes walk from Ueno Station. It's more like welcome to have someplace representing the jazz loving folks. We are closed every sunday, 1st and 3rd Mondays of every month. Jam Session night, open to all levels from beginner upwards. Open Jam Session from 19:30pm or 20:00pm to 11:00pm almost every night. (b/w￥1200 -￥2500 cover charge. minimum on beverage and snack basket)Beverage: from￥500 Snack basket:￥300 The usual drinks and light snacks are available. Size:35
2. Jazz Bar Salt Peanuts
3. Alfie Jazz House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By gnagata
If you like to listen to serious jazz in a cozy setting, Alfie is definitely the place to go in Tokyo. The stage is up close and personal, so you'll literally feel the vibe of the musicians. Music cover is 3500 yen to around 5000 yen, and you need to order a drink or two. They have some food also which is decent for its money. For a jazz club of similar size & vibe, also check out Body and Soul in Aoyama / Omotesando area. ミュージシャンによる熱いジャズの生演奏を間近で聴ける老舗のジャズクラブ。六本木駅・麻布警察署側の出口の真上のビルなので、雨の日でも濡れずに入れます。ライブによっては人気で満席になるので、事前予約がお勧めです。
4. Bar Soul Stream
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By geraldsp824 - Trenton, United States
First, this bar seat easily, 20-30 people, so ignore the IDIOT that stated the bar seats 8 people. I suspect he was drunk when he posted feedback. I've been to this bar likely 10-12 times last few years. When in Asia, I always try to stop by Tokyo, especially Shinjuku. This bar uses audio equipment true audiophiles admire, the owner takes enormous pride in his quality of music, accuracy of music, and is passionate about the quality of the drinks he serves. I've visited tons of Album bars in Asia, Soul Stream sets the standard. I have taken colleagues here, walked others in Shinjuku I met to spend an hour or so here, they rave, they understand how special this place is. Do yourself a favor, reserve some time next time in Tokyo to have a few drinks here. Take note of his turntables, his speakers, his passion, its a VERY special place.
5. Apple Jump
6. Apollo
7. Jazz Spot Intro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By rza805
This is an amazing gem, it’s nice and cozy so if you come during a busy time it might be a little tight inside. But that should show you great this venue is. I’ve only gone on Sundays which is open night where talented musicians come and jam out together. The drinks are super inexpensive. At the time of my visit there was a cover fee of one drink. So it basically free lol. I had there house brown ale, I wish I could remember what it was called but it was delicious. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE IF YOU ENJOY THE JAPANESE JAZZ SCENE!
8. KO-KO from Sonoka
9. Nyx
Nyx is a bar close to Nishi-Azabu crossing where you can leisurely enjoy great wine while listening to jazz.
10. Jazz & Soul Bar The Deep
The Deep = ocean Jazzy soul and soulful jazz music & songs ,,, The Deep is the sea of gentle music touching the soul. Please leave yourself to a high level of live music and relax in Ginza Tokyo. Mon-Thu 19:00-0:00, Fri 19:00-3:00 1st 19:30 / 2nd 21:00 / 3rd 22:30
