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The Best Historical Bars in Tokyo

Step back in time in venues with rich history and preserved architecture. These 3 are the historical bars in Tokyo that readers open most, with all 39 bars in Tokyo and historical bars worldwide a click away.

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JBS, bar in Tokyo (photo 1)
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JBS

Tokyo, Japan

A hidden vinyl sanctuary in bustling Shibuya—JBS is a no‑frills, soulful dive where vintage jazz, blues & soul LPs spin on twin turntables, and every drink costs 500 yen under soft, moody lighting.

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Star Bar, bar in Tokyo (photo 1)
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Star Bar

Tokyo, Japan

Step into Star Bar: a hushed, velvet‑lit sanctuary in Ginza’s basement where legendary bartender Hisashi Kishi crafts flawless classics with hand‑cut "Ninja Ice" in a temple‑like setting of serene precision.

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BarTram, bar in Tokyo (photo 1)
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BarTram

Tokyo, Japan

A dimly lit, nostalgic absinthe bar in Ebisu, Tokyo—Bar Tram blends Parisian Belle Époque charm with Japanese craftsman spirit, serving nearly 70 absinthe varieties via traditional drip fountains in a cosy, speakeasy vibe.

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