Sanlucar Bar

Set along a quiet street in Kagurazaka, Sanlucar Bar welcomes guests from its early afternoon opening at 14:00. In the early hours, soft light filters through the shoji paper screens, setting a serene, unhurried tone well removed from the surrounding city bustle.

To start, a crisp gin and tonic—built over hand-carved ice with fragrant lime—makes an invigorating opening choice. The bar's signature gimlet can be enjoyed in varied expressions, whether served classic with a single ice cube or lengthened into an effervescent gimlet highball. Seasonal fruit cocktails, incorporating fresh picks like strawberries or peaches, share the menu with time-honored staples like the sidecar and martini, each crafted with the bartender's fluid, precise technique.

Seating is centered primarily around the counter with limited capacity, preserving an intimate environment where attentive, soft-spoken hospitality lets you focus entirely on your drink. Alongside an extensive whisky selection, concluding a visit with a warm Irish coffee makes for an indulgent finish.