Kyoto, Japan｜Shuto Yanagino

We had a lovely evening here! Bartenders were friendly and accommodating, treating us just like one of their regulars and happy to talk us through their favourites from the menu. Amazing Nihonshu selection. Look forward to visiting again.

Just a brief visit, but more than enough time to confidently recommend this bar to others. Like many other hidden bars there's no menu. The bartender asks a couple of questions and your answers guide him to making you the drink you didn't actually realise how much it was wanted. Two cocktails that that my palate wholly relished. Both bartenders were friendly and helpful, making us welcome, but equally unobtrusive. The bar itself is sparse and a little lacking in atmosphere - though it may be better when busier and there's more hubbub. This should be overlooked, though, if you enjoy a quality drink in a relaxing situation above all else.

Beautiful hidden Japanese style bar!