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Bar Rondo

12-4 1F B district, Wakamiya‑cho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
080‑9069‑8138
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Bar Rondo, nestled in Shinjuku’s atmospheric Golden Gai alleyways, is Tokyo’s gem for cocktail connoisseurs. Helmed by Tatsuya Yoshida, former chief bartender at the renowned Star Bar, this six-seat hideaway encapsulates a meditative approach to mixology. The bar is built around a stunning 15-foot slab of 350-year-old sapele wood and accented with an abstract painting by Reita Moriya — all illuminated by soft lighting that accentuates the ritual of each drink. Patrons are invited into a meticulous tasting journey, where every cocktail is thoughtfully composed: the Roku Sakura Bloom gin & tonic stands out as “the best G&T you’ll ever taste” in a highball glass with square ice, fever tree tonic, and a fresh ginger slice. Yoshida’s philosophy — to help guests “experience the extraordinary and forget reality” — is evident in each nuanced pour. Bar Rondo’s name nods to the musical form — each return to the bar introduces a subtly new melody, a metaphor for Yoshida’s evolving cocktail variations. With only six seats, reservations (via Instagram or direct DM) ensure an intimate, personalized experience. Blue-hued art, the rich wood bar, and serene ambience highlight the true star — the drink in your hand. Whether you're after Japanese gins, whiskeys, or house-whipped ginger ale mocktails, every element serves Yoshida’s core mission: perfection in simplicity.

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