Located in the heart of Chiyoda Ward, within the Imperial Hotel Tokyo, Old Imperial Bar is a refined sanctuary where architecture, history and cocktail craftsmanship meet. Designed to recall the hotel’s heritage—particularly Frank Lloyd Wright’s 1923 Art Deco main building—the bar retains decorative touches like Oya stone, terracotta walls, and geometric motifs. It’s dim, it’s polished, and it's the kind of place that makes you slow down. By day it opens at lunch with light meals and sandwiches; by evening the focus shifts to drinks. The cocktail menu includes timeless classics (martinis, Manhattans) and signature drinks such as the Mount Fuji—a house original since the early 1920s, with gin, pineapple, lemon, egg white, and garnished with a glace cherry. There’s also a strong whisky selection and wines, offering options for purists and explorers alike. Bartenders here work with precision and elegance, matching the atmosphere. Seating is comfortable yet formal: lounge-style chairs, counter seats, sofas, wooden paneling and soft lighting; it’s ideal for a calm, intimate conversation—whether it's business, date night, or reflective evening alone. Dress is smart-casual; there’s a sense of ceremony without being stuffy. The bar closes at midnight, so it’s more for end-of-day wind-downs and evening elegance than late-night rambles. The price range reflects its tradition and luxury: not inexpensive, but offering value for those who appreciate quality, ambiance, and service.
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