Shinbashi, traditional and modern Japanese Bars

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Shinbashi is the salarymen capital of Tokyo; so that means one thing—it’s full of people and it’s one of the most hectic parts of the city come rush hour. Outside of the commute, it’s a hub for some of the most rustic izakaya in the city and boasts great entertainment. With its super central location and heap of bars that are well dispersed over the area, it’s a popular hangout spot. Shinbashi also happens to be home of the oldest ‘pink cinemas’ which started the beginning of the very successful porn industry in Japan. Take that as you will. On a very different note, Shinbashi is also known for being Tokyo’s first railway terminal.

The area is just south of Hibiya Park and the Imperial Palace grounds.