Bar Kudaran

For an evening spent lingering over whisky or cocktails with a favourite soundtrack, Bar Kudaran offers nostalgic Japanese pop, soul and disco. Some visitors say the owner asked about their musical tastes and introduced them to Japanese music from the 70s and 90s. Another recalls the owner noticing a Studio Ghibli scarf and putting on a related record. Discovering music can be part of the pleasure of an evening here.

A classic cocktail could make a good first drink. One visitor reported enjoying 1 cocktails for 700 yen, though that price reflects their visit. The whisky selection has also drawn notice, including reports of Springbank 10-year-old and 15-year-old. Another visitor describes listening to music over Yebisu beer and whisky at the counter. There is also a bookshelf lined with manga, adding to the relaxed atmosphere for settling in with a drink.

The bar is in Minami Kurumaya-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, and accepts reservations. Payment is cash only.