8 Best Cities for the Nightlife in Japan

What comes to your mind after hearing about Japan? Most probably anime? Indeed Japanese have expertise in creating popular animated series in the world but the nightlife in Japan is one of its kind. You cannot deny the country’s beauty and the fact that it is one of Asia’s hottest spots for travelers enthusiasts in the world. The busy life, hi-tech cities, modern infrastructure does not fade the fact that it has one of the most ancient civilizations.

The history, monuments, culture, customs, and traditions of Japan are famous all over the world. Whether it is the game, Sudoku, or the old Japanese warfare technique, Ninjutsu, Japan has taught the value of life to the world. During the day you can visit UNESCO world heritages, mountains, festive events, and many more places. However, the nightlife in Japan is second to none. Japanese might look like a workaholic and simple people but inside they are crazy party crawlers who love to drink and spend time with friends and family.  So without further ado let’s straight away dive into the topic of the best cities for nightlife in Japan. 

List of Best Cities to Enjoy nightlife in Japan 

1. Tokyo

The capital of the country and the most populated city in Japan, Tokyo is known for its crazy nightlife. Nightclubs in Tokyo remain open until morning and the crowd enthrall the place. How we can forget about the red light district in Tokyo? But don’t worry we will not talk about it here. There are many places to visit in Tokyo to enjoy the nightlife like Robot restaurants, hostess bars, and cafes. 

What do you think of a helicopter ride over Tokyo? As the city light up at night, the beauty of the buildings and skyscrapers embellishes the whole city. The helicopter ride will allow you to sightsee the aesthetic buildings from above. For two people the cost of the 15-minute ride is about $435. You can take the boat cruise and enjoy picturesque water scenery along with mouth-watering food and drinks. 

You can visit Robot Restaurant, Izakaya Hopping (Pub Crawl), Tokyo Bay Night Cruise, and Karaoke Club. During the day you would find the streets busy and the hustle of the people to reach the work destination. However, at night people love to party hard and chill out with friends and colleagues. Nightlife in Tokyo is indeed full of fun and adventure. 

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Average cost to visit: $1,858

Best time to visit: March and April & September and November

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2. Osaka

Osaka is a fun and friendly city for foreigners. Not to mention, the people here are foody and fun-loving. There are plenty of places to have a blast at night with friends. From the lively party houses to chick whisky bars you would find everything for everyone. You can visit South Side (Minami Area/Namba), where you will come across many bars and pubs. This area is situated alongside the Dotonbori River and it is a must-visit place in Osaka. 

The other best place to enjoy the nightlife in Osaka is Hozenji Yokocho which was famous for its theatre district in 1600. Now it is the hub of minibars and nightclubs. There are almost 60 party houses which include clubs, pubs, and traditional Japanese-style bars.  

Location: Osaka, Japan

Average cost to visit: $1,485

Best time to visit: March to May & October and November

3. Kyoto

Famously known as the cultural capital of Japan, Kyoto ranks at 4th place in terms of the most preferred tourist city in Japan. It has ancient Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, museums, gardens which are also listed in the UNESCO as the World Heritage. You can visit the iconic Kyoto Concert Hall, thrilling Club Metro, and traditional Minami-Za Theatre.   

Talking about the nightlife the people in Kyoto are fun-loving and party crawlers. The young and enthusiastic people are mostly found in clubs (or famously known as ‘Kurabu’ in Japanese) you would find in most of the places. You can start off from the famous and largest club in Kyoto, World. World host famous music artists in a different music genres which includes EDM, R’n’B, party pop, and Hip Hop. If you want to witness the spectacular live music performance World is the choicest place. 

Location: Kyoto, Japan

Average cost to visit: $1,875

Best time to visit: March to May & September and November

4. Hiroshima

Hiroshima has become the new party capital of Japan after Tokyo and Osaka. The new aesthetic bars and clubs have become the center of attraction in this city and have made it one of the best cities for nightlife in Japan. The cultural shift in Hiroshima has resulted in the hole-in-the-wall bars, Suzanne Bhagan, izakayas, pubs, and karaoke bars. 

Visit the informal Japanese bar Micks Izakaya, which is based in Nagarekawa entertainment district. This bar is small and cozy and has a seating limit of 40 people. The seating style is traditional and you were given a comfy floor cushion on the tatami floor. For the party animals, you can visit Step 1 bar which is the most preferred bar among foreign tourists. This is one of the few party houses in Hiroshima where you can dance all night.   

Location: Hiroshima, Japan

Average cost to visit: $1,083

Best time to visit: March to May & September and October

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5. Sapporo

What do you think about the Sapporo nightlife culture? Let us tell you it mostly revolves around delicious food, sake, and beer. Sapporo is famous for its home-brewed beer and the local people in this city love to have a freshly brewed beer. For seafood lovers, Sapporo is the best place to have mouth-watering cuisines. 

The night owls can explore the Susukino District which is the most enthralling place to visit at night. The best part about this area is that it is the hub of 4000+ clubs, bars, restaurants, and pubs. Whether you want to spend time in a sleek bar or just want to hang out in a small and cozy place, you can find both categories. For the local cuisine and picturesque scenery, Sapporo is one of the best cities to enjoy the nightlife in Japan. 

Location: Sapporo, Japan

Average cost to visit: $1,386

Best time to visit: March and April & September and November

6. Yokohama

Nightlife in Yokohama is different from the other cities mentioned in this list. Nonetheless, there are many bars and restaurants that are foreign-friendly and offer varieties of drinks and food. The Chinatown in Yokohama is quite big and people prefer to hit the streets at night to grab some hot and delicious Chinese food. 

If you just want to chill out and want to grab some fast food in Yokohama then Chinatown is the perfect place for you. In case you are looking for party houses then you can visit Cocco Torinichi, Antenna America, and Grassroot. 

Location: Yokohama, Japan

Average cost to visit: $1,762

Best time to visit: March and April & September and November

7. Kobe

As the sun sets the bars and nightclubs in Kobe get filled with neon colors which is enough to reflect the excitement and enthusiasm among the people. Sannomiya District is the best area to spend the ideal nightlife in Japan. The locals come here to walk and release the work stress. Another best place to visit is Baan Somdet which is famous for the Kobe beef. 

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Average cost to visit: $1,858

Best time to visit: September to November

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8. Nagoya

Nagoya is the fourth-largest city but still, people only traverse through this city and do not stay here. But let us tell you it is one of the most chill-out cities in Japan. The weekend vibe will indulge you completely and allow you to scotch the travel hangover. Visit Orca Nagoya, Bar Mexigan Sakae, BJ American Dining Bar, and Mybar. 

Location: Nagoya, Japan

Average cost to visit: $822

Best time to visit: September and November

In this blog we have not only listed the cities to enjoy Tokyo nightlife but also mentioned the best places in each city. Japan is famous for many things and nightlife is one of those. If you have already visited the cities mentioned above then share your exciting stories with us. What are your views on the nightlife in Japan?  

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