Summary
Shimbashi (Shinbashi) is a bustling district easily reached from major hubs like Tokyo Station. For Japanese locals, Shimbashi is synonymous with salarymen culture, featuring numerous izakayas and restaurants where office workers unwind after a day’s work.
This time, I went bar hopping alone in Shimbashi, and I will share the izakaya shops that open from noon with you!
They were all affordable and delicious, so please check out the details✨
*Please note that the information and prices listed are subject to change.
Getting to Shinbashi
Shinbashi Station is highly accessible via multiple train lines including JR Yamanote Line, Ginza Line, and Toei Asakusa Line. The station is just 4 minutes from Tokyo Station (Yamanote Line) and offers direct connections to major areas like Shibuya (13 min), Shinjuku (28 min), and both airports via Asakusa Line.
Best Exits for Izakaya Areas:
- Karasumori Exit: Direct access to the famous “under-the-tracks” izakaya alleys (1-3 min walk)
- Hibiya Exit: Features iconic SL Plaza steam locomotive display, 4-5 min walk to main izakaya areas
All lines accept IC cards and provide English signage throughout the station.
For Those Who Want to Enjoy Shinbashi Izakayas
If you want to experience the atmosphere of Shinbashi izakayas but feel uncertain about ordering methods, etiquette, or routes, this is perfect for you! A dedicated guide will show you the way.
Travel Itinerary
Shimbashi Station (新橋駅)
Shimbashi Station: the salarymen capital of Tokyo
There are many restaurants in this area.
Shimbashi Station is located in Minato-ku, Tokyo, and is known for its SL Plaza, which is often featured on television. There are many restaurants in the surrounding area, and it is a major spot for Japanese salarymen.
Tachinomidokoro Heso Shinbashi Main Store (立呑処 へそ 新橋本店)
Address: 〒105-0004 Tokyo, Minato-ku, Shinbashi 2-8-2 TM Building 1F
Access: 1-minute walk from JR Shinbashi Station (Hibiya Exit), 2-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shinbashi Station
Operating Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30-24:00 (L.O. 23:30), Sat 12:00-24:00 (L.O. 23:30), Sun/Holidays 12:00-21:00 (L.O. 20:30)
Closed: Open year-round
The first stop;
There were many customers visiting alone, like me, enjoying drinks.
The staffs were friendly, providing a welcoming environment!
The early bird discount is fantastic: on weekdays from opening until 6:00 pm, the price of beer is 290 yen, and sour is only 180 yen—remarkably cheap!
There was also an affordable set menu offering one dish with one drink!
Menu
Very cheap! Now, I’m becoming a big fan of Shimbashi!
The first things I ordered is…
Beer: 290 yen
Ume Suisho: 280 yen
Ume Suisho is a Japanese delicacy, that shark cartilage is marinated with plum sauce.
Okonomiyaki style cabbage omelet: 280 yen
Tachinomidokoro Heso Shinbashi Main Store is a standing style izakaya located in Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo. The staff is friendly and the shop is known for its comfortable atmosphere.
Akafuda-ya Shinbashi (赤札屋 新橋店)
Address: 〒105-0004 Tokyo, Minato-ku, Shinbashi 2-15-3
Access: 3-minute walk from JR Shinbashi Station (Hibiya Exit), 4-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shinbashi Station
Operating Hours: Mon-Fri/Pre-holidays 15:00-05:00+1 (L.O. 04:00), Sat 13:00-05:00+1 (L.O. 04:00), Holidays 13:00-24:00 (L.O. 23:00)
Closed: Sundays
The second stop: A popular izakaya in Shimbashi, where regular customers gather.
It is said that YouTubers also visit here often!
There is a 100 yen Chu-Hai (Highball Made with Shochu Distilled Liquor).
Menu
From standard snacks to dishes!
Menu items like Japanese ketchup spaghetti, called Naporitan, and cheese curry are also available.
Popular dish! Large-sized spaghetti flavored with tomato ketchup!
Naporitan: 380 yen
Looks so good!
Tomato Sour: 200 yen
Tuna sashimi 290 yen
Akafuda-ya Shimbashi is an izakaya located in Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo. It is a popular izakaya that attracts regular customers and is sometimes visited by Youtubers; the food and drinks are inexpensive, including a 100 yen Chu-Hai, and everything is delicious. It is known as a beloved izakaya where Shimbashi salarymen gather.
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Top 5 Recommended Izakayas in Shinbashi
Beyond the izakayas featured in our bar hopping adventure, Shinbashi offers many more excellent options perfect for international visitors seeking authentic Japanese pub experiences. Here are five highly recommended spots that welcome foreign guests and offer unforgettable dining experiences:
1. Uokin Main Store (魚金 本店)
A seafood izakaya that offers fresh seafood procured daily from the market at amazing prices. The signature “6-item sashimi platter” is a popular menu item among tourists.
Address: 〒105-0004 Tokyo, Minato-ku, Shinbashi 3-18-3 Daini Fuji Building
Access: 1-minute walk from JR/Tokyo Metro Ginza Line “Shinbashi” Station
Operating Hours: Mon-Fri 15:00-23:00, Sat-Sun/Holidays 13:00-23:00 (Food L.O. 22:15, Drinks L.O. 22:40)
Closed: Year-end/New Year only (Dec 31-Jan 1)
2. Warayaki-ya “Ryōma Dōjō” (わらやき屋 龍馬道場)
A Tosa cuisine specialty restaurant where you can enjoy straw-grilling performances with 1-meter flames at the counter.
Address: 〒105-0004 Tokyo, Minato-ku, Shinbashi 3-22-3 Le Graciel Building 69 B1-2F
Access: 2-minute walk from JR “Shinbashi” Station Karasumori Exit, 2-minute walk from Yurikamome “Shinbashi” Station A2 Exit
Operating Hours: Mon-Fri 17:00-23:00, Sat 16:00-23:00
Closed: Sundays and holidays
3. Sake-koubou Ateniyoru Shōen (酒肴日和 アテニヨル 招宴)
A robatayaki bar where you can enjoy grilled dishes and drinks, featuring lunch drinking sets and sake and wine tasting sets. Located in the calm atmosphere of Hibiya OKUROJI, with English menus available.
Address: 〒100-0011 Tokyo, Chiyoda-ku, Uchisaiwai-cho 1-7-1 Hibiya OKUROJI
Access: 5-minute walk from JR “Shinbashi” Station Hibiya Exit, 4-minute walk from Tokyo Metro “Ginza” Station C1 Exit
Operating Hours: Daily 11:30-23:00 (Food L.O. 22:15, Drinks L.O. 22:30)
Closed: Follows facility closure schedule
4. Oyster House Kodaharu Shinbashi (かき小屋 こだはる 新橋店)
A specialty restaurant where you can enjoy fresh oysters year-round. Features semi-private rooms, making it suitable for group dining.
Address: 〒105-0004 Tokyo, Minato-ku, Shinbashi 3-8-8 2F
Access: 4-minute walk from JR/Tokyo Metro Ginza Line “Shinbashi” Station Karasumori Exit
Operating Hours: Mon-Sat/Holidays 17:00-22:30 (Food L.O. 22:00, Drinks L.O. 22:00)
Closed: Sundays
5. Sasaya Nagomi (酒々屋 和海)
A restaurant where you can enjoy fresh and delicious fish at reasonable prices. You can savor fresh fish purchased every morning from Toyosu Market along with famous Japanese sake from across the country. The signature “Nagomi-mori” sashimi platter is a must-see.
Address: 〒105-0004 Tokyo, Minato-ku, Shinbashi 3-7-3 Shinbashi Fodia Building 1F
Access: 4-minute walk from JR/Tokyo Metro/Toei Subway “Shinbashi” Station Karasumori Exit
Operating Hours: Mon-Sat 17:00-23:30 (Food L.O. 22:30, Drinks L.O. 23:00)
Closed: Sundays and holidays
All five locations are within walking distance of Shinbashi Station and offer English menus or English-speaking staff to help international visitors navigate their authentic izakaya experience.
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Summary
Shinbashi is a precious area where you can experience Tokyo’s salaryman culture. From standing izakayas that open during the day to long-established famous shops bustling until late at night, a variety of dining establishments line the streets. The under-the-tracks area in particular attracts attention from both domestic and international tourists as a place where the common people’s drinking culture that has continued since the post-war reconstruction period remains strong. With many standing-style establishments that you can casually drop into alone, and most accepting credit cards and electronic money, the environment is well-suited for foreign tourists. If you want to fully enjoy Tokyo’s nightlife, be sure to experience izakaya hopping in Shinbashi.
