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Craft Beer Bars & Breweries in Japan

Taprooms, microbreweries, brewpubs, beer gardens, and selected izakaya

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Japan's craft beer scene now spans Tokyo taprooms, regional microbreweries, brewpubs, beer gardens, and izakaya with serious draft lists. Drink in Japan maps beer-first venues across the country while keeping sake breweries, whisky bars, and classic izakaya available for broader nights out. Each listing includes drink focus, atmosphere, English availability, and price range so you can compare taprooms, breweries, and beer bars before you go.

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Kurand Sake Market Ikebukuro - Sake Bar
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Kurand Sake Market Ikebukuro

Sake Bar

All-you-can-drink sake bar with 100+ varieties for a flat fee.

TokyoFrom ¥3,300
Pontocho Sake Bar Kyoto - Sake Bar
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Pontocho Sake Bar Kyoto

Sake Bar

Intimate sake bar on Kyoto's atmospheric Pontocho alley.

KyotoFood AvailableFrom ¥800
Sake Bar Decibel NYC-style Tokyo - Sake Bar
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Sake Bar Decibel NYC-style Tokyo

Sake Bar

Underground sake bar with punk rock atmosphere and premium pours.

TokyoFood AvailableFrom ¥500
Sake Stand Moto Roppongi - Sake Bar
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Sake Stand Moto Roppongi

Sake Bar

Standing sake bar with 10+ daily selections and food pairings.

TokyoFood AvailableFrom ¥500