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A Retro Showa Era Bar Area Near Shibuya Station.
Just under 40 small but cozy izakaya are all lined up here along the rails near Shibuya Station.
Here you’ll find a variety of restaurants, from Japanese home and country-style cooking to wine bars and bistros.
Hours vary by store, but typically they are open from 6:00pm until midnight. Some open as early as 4:00pm, and some stay open past midnight.
Each restaurant has on average between 6 to 10 seats (some also have a 2nd floor).
The retro lanterns of Nonbei Yokocho show you’ve arrived
Yokocho has an irresistible atmosphere of narrow alleys lined with shops and restaurants
Meeting with others is part of the charm of Nonbei Yokocho
Some reviews are AI-translated.
Seeing the noren at the entrance and the tiny shops with just 5 or 6 seats, plus the super friendly owners greeting you—it's just like scenes from Japanese dramas. Now I can experience it myself, and it's honestly so exciting!
This street has a really retro vibe. If you enjoy having a drink, you'll love it here.
There are izakayas and yakiniku places selling oden here. Each spot is small and cozy, with limited seating, but every place was packed and the atmosphere was lively.
This place has a real early Showa-era vibe. It feels super down-to-earth and the prices are really reasonable.
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