Tokyo Gay Bars

    Tokyo main gay bar scene is located in Shinjuku Ni-chome (District 2).

    In fact, Ni-chome is home to hundred of bars, clubs and cafés. Some venues limit access to Japanese only; others have policies based on specific themes. As a result, the Tokyo gay scene can be challenging for foreigners.

    in Shinjuku Ni-chome

      Kinsmen
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      2F Homebase Bldg, 2-18-5 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

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      3.5
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      Based on 13 votes

      Kinsmen is an upstairs gay bar with a cosy, relaxed atmosphere. Nice mix of crowd, and foreigners are welcome. Great place to chill out and make new friends.

      No cover charge.
      Features:
      Bar
      Music

      Weekday: 6pm - 11.30pm

      Weekend: 6pm - 1am

      Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

        Bar Blacknude
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        1/F, 2-15-12 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

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        3.8
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        Based on 13 votes

        Small gay bar with karaoke in Shinjuku Ni-chome. Foreigners are welcome. Muscular staff, fun and friendly atmosphere.

        Cover charge of ¥2,000 includes one drink (second drink ¥800). Closed on Mondays.
        Features:
        Bar
        Karaoke
        Music

        Weekday: 8pm - 1am Tuesday to Friday

        Weekend: 8pm - 1am

        Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

          EAGLE Tokyo
          Today: Happy Hour 6pm-8pm - Every Friday
          Tomorrow: Happy Hour 6pm-8pm - Every Saturday
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          2-11-2 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

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          3.6
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          Based on 43 votes

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          2019 Audience Awards
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          4 Star Winner

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          4 Star Winner

          Tokyo's new international gay bar, located in Shinjuku Ni-chome gay district. EAGLE Tokyo welcomes everyone to enjoy drinks made by handsome bearish staff.

          The bar offers a relaxed 'Brooklyn style' atmosphere for listening to chill-out music and conversing with the locals and other international friends.

          EAGLE is just a 3-minute walk away from its other gay bar Leo Lounge. From Shinjuku Station, take the East Exit.

          Nearest station: Shinjuku San-chome (Exit C8)

          Features:
          Bar
          Music

          Weekday: 6pm -1am

          Weekend: 6pm - 4am

          Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

            Bar Kumpel
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            5/F Takamine Bldg, 2-15-12 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

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            3
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            Based on 5 votes

            Kumpel is a gay-friendly bar in heart of Shinjuku Ni-chome gay nightlife.

            There's 'no cover charge' and 'no smoking', here. Also no karaoke. Alcoholic drinks start at ¥500. BYOF welcome.
            Features:
            Bar
            Music

            Weekday: 8pm - 12am

            Weekend: 8pm - 2am

            Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

              Campy! Bar
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              1F Musashino Bldg, 2-chome 13−10 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

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              3.6
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              Based on 7 votes

              Campy! is lively little gay bar, run by celebrity drag queen Bourbonne. Everyone is welcome!

              Conveniently located on Shinjuku Ni-chome main street.
              Features:
              Bar
              Music

              Weekday: 6pm - 5am

              Weekend: 6pm - 5am, Sun 5pm - 12am

              Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

                WORDUP BAR
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                2/F TOM Bldg, 2-10-17 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

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                3.3
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                Based on 15 votes

                Small gay bar in Shinjuku Ni-chome gay district, with DJ and mostly local crowd.
                Features:
                Bar
                Dancing
                Music

                Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

                J's Bar Cross Dress
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                2-Chome-11 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

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                2.9
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                Based on 20 votes

                A meeting place for cross-dressers and transs and everyone else who would like to hang out and have a fun karaoke night with them.

                For hardcore drinkers, J's Bar has an all-you-can-drink deal for ¥3000. Located in Shinjuku Ni-chome gay district.
                Features:
                Bar
                Dancing
                Karaoke
                Music

                Weekday: from 8pm

                Weekend: from 8pm

                Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

                in Shibuya

                  KITSUNE
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                  B1 Shatelet Shibuya, 2-20-13 Higashi, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan

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                  5
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                  Based on 4 votes

                  Gay-friendly fusion sushi bar & restaurant in the heart of Shibuya and Ebisu. KITSUNE serves French-influenced Japanese cuisine. Try "Sunshine", a creative dish made with sushi and terrine. A variety of sake is available.

                  The owner of KITSUNE is a strong supporter of the local LGBT community.

                  Nearest station: Shibuya

                  Features:
                  Bar
                  Free Wi-Fi
                  Music
                  Restaurant

                  Weekday: 6pm - 3am

                  Weekend: 6pm - 5am

                  Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

                    HOME
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                    1-11-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan

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                    4.4
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                    Based on 8 votes

                    HOME is a local gay bar in Shibuya that welcomes everyone - gay, bi, straight, women, foreigners, etc. Closed on Sundays.
                    Features:
                    Bar
                    Music

                    Weekday: 8pm - 3am

                    Weekend: 8pm - 5am. Closed Sunday

                    Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

                      Shibuya 246
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                      4/F Shimizu Bldg, 2-7-4 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan

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                      3.3
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                      Based on 10 votes

                      Gay-owned bar in Shibuya. Shibuya 246 serves a range of beverages including wine, whiskey, cocktails, sake in a cosy, relaxed atmosphere. Free WiFi available.

                      located a one-minute walk from Shibuya Station West.
                      Features:
                      Bar
                      Free Wi-Fi

                      Weekday: 7pm -12am (Friday until 4am)

                      Weekend: 7pm -12am

                      Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

                      Tokyo · gay bars in other areas

                        Tokyo R Bar - CLOSED
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                        3F Roppongi Yamato Bdg, 7-14-5 Minato-ku, Roppongi, Tokyo, Japan

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                        3.5
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                        Based on 2 votes

                        March 2022: This venue has been reported closed. 

                        Tokyo R Bar is a new gay-popular cafe bar in the heart of Roppongi area. The bar is surrounded by panoramic views of Roppongi. Every weekend, featured DJ's spin unique blends of deep house and international music.

                        R Bar is open from 7pm until late throughout the week.
                        Features:
                        Bar
                        Cafe
                        Dancing
                        Music

                        Weekday: 7pm - 2am

                        Weekend: 7pm - 5am

                        Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

                        NAVIGATE
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                        2F, 2-10-7 Nishiasakusa, Taito, Tokyo, Japan

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                        3.4
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                        Based on 5 votes

                        Gay karaoke bar in Tokyo that has been in business since 2013. Bears- and chubbies-friendly.

                        The owner of NAVIGATE is a Japanese bearish type master (43 y.o.) who speaks English and some Korean.

                        Nearest station: Tawaramachi / Ginza Line

                        Features:
                        Bar
                        Free Wi-Fi
                        Karaoke
                        Music

                        Weekday: 7pm - 2am

                        Weekend: 7pm - 2am

                        Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

                          Leo Lounge - CLOSED
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                          2-14-16 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

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                          4.2
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                          Based on 25 votes

                          March 2022: This venue is now closed.

                          International gay bar for bears, friends and admirers in Shinjuku Ni-chome gay village.

                          Leo Lounge has a laid-back atmosphere, reasonable drinks, good music and friendly staff.
                          Features:
                          Bar
                          Music

                          Weekday: from 6pm

                          Weekend: from 6pm

                          Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

                            Kawaii Monster Cafe - CLOSED
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                            Japan, 〒150-0001, Tokyo, Japan

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                            5
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                            Based on 1 votes

                            March 2022: This venue closed down in January 2021. 

                            Although not a gay bar, Kawaii Monster Cafe is arguably the campest bar in the known world. The menu is rainbow coloured, the staff dress as Harajuku girls and the food is rainbow-themed - you can eat technicolour spaghetti, rainbow cake and recline on a pink pussy while eating Colourful Poison Parfait. You can also try rainbow icecream served in upside-down cones.

                            There are different rooms packed with colourful figurines. It's like a different aspects of Japanese pop culture have been squeezed through a giant camp machine.
                            Features:
                            Bar
                            Cafe

                            Weekday: Mon-Fri: 11:30am-4pm 6-10pm

                            Weekend: Sat: 11:30am-4pm 6-10pm Sun: 11am-7:30pm

                            Last updated on: 22-Aug-2023

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