With Tokyo slowly moving into winter, and the nights in particular now feeling rather chilly, it seemed like a good time to post this series of little bars and eateries. Some of them are older images, while several are very recent, but instead of the usual shots from a bar stool, these were all taken from the outside looking in. An element that for most of them at least provides an incredibly warm and welcoming appearance. Places to briefly escape the world outside with a few drinks, some food, and also the fleeting friendships such establishments can sometimes offer.
Günter says
I would like to spend my winter nights in these bars. They look very cozy.
Lee says
Being mostly quite small, they are definitely cosy. And I agree, there are many worse places to be on cold nights that’s for sure.
Anne says
Thank you for this fantastic series. I wish I was in Tokyo right now.
Lee says
You are very welcome. If not now, then I hope you can make it over soon.
Steve says
I’m feeling some really cool Nighthawks overtones with that opening shot.
Lee says
Thank you, that’s a very nice compliment. Super happy with that!
cdilla says
You are spoiling us again. So much to explore. The first one would look nice covered by an Edward Hopper brush.
And you made me have to go look for your Tokyo Tiger bar photograph!
https://www.tokyotimes.org/shinjuku-tiger-the-man-and-the-movie-poster/
btw. our luggage shipped out to Tokyo today. Just our carcasses to follow now 🙂
Lee says
Thanks a lot. It was nice going back to that old first photo.
Ah, Tiger mask. I did think of including that one, but in the end didn’t bother. Glad you have added it here as maybe I should have used it after all.
Not long to go now. Have a good flight!
Richard says
Great perspective, thanks. Makes me nostalgic for winter nights in Tokyo….especially the yaki-tori with a small glass of Suntory beer.
Lee says
You are welcome. Enjoyed taking these. And I can imagine. These kinds of places are definitely a big part of what makes Tokyo the city it is.