Zoetrope

Zoetrope is a must-go for fans of Japanese whisky. Visit this secluded bar in west Shinjuku to drink from the best collection of whisky in Tokyo.

[Zoetrope - image © Florentyna Leow]

Years ago, a video game designer named Atsushi Horigami left the world of computers to open his own bar. That bar is Zoetrope, an idiosyncratic space dedicated to the two loves of his life - Japanese whisky and American films.

Zoetrope doesn’t just have a Japanese whisky collection. It has by far the best Japanese whisky selection in Tokyo, if not the world. Many of these whiskies aren’t even available on the market anymore. Big names like Suntory and Yamazaki are available, but tipples from craft distilleries are also well-represented. Besides whisky, patrons can also sample vodka, rum, and grappa - all, of course, made in Japan.

Films and whisky make for an unexpected but entirely fitting pair. In this bar, you’ll be able to watch great movies while sipping on fine whisky or other spirit of your choice. It’s a real change from the noise and neon of Shinjuku, and it’s a great way to spend an evening in Tokyo.

English name:
Zoetrope (bar)

Japanese name:
ゾートロープ

English address:
3F Gaia bldg. 4, 7-10-14 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-0023

Japanese address:
〒160-0023 東京都新宿区西新宿7-10-14 ガイアビル4 3階

Opening hours:
5pm-0:15am
Closed Sunday and national holiday

Admission:
Cover charge ¥600

Nearest Transport:
Train: 6-minute walk from the west exit of Shinjuku Station.

Telephone:
+81-3-3363-0162

Website: Official website (Japanese)

Near To Here:
Zoetrope is located in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district. See our complete list of things to do in Shinjuku, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.

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