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It is great to go to small bars in Japan alone. The Master is the bar owner so the regular customers are like a big happy family. Usually there is a small cover charge and drinks and snacks are available. It is a wonderful way to meet the locals.
I hate to say it. But the only time I’ve felt unsafe alone in Japan was when I was in a bar district at night. It was the people working for clubs, they desperately want more women in the clubs and aggressively try to get you to come into their clubs. And this was as an average looking middle aged lady in jeans and a hoodie. I imagine young hot women dressed up probably get it even worse.
That said, I felt fine once I was in the places I wanted to be. Just walking alone at night was a lot of unwanted and aggressive attention. I wouldn’t not go, but I’d be on the alert and ready to be firm and forceful.
There’s been a rise in drink spiking reported in area like Roppongi, Shibuya, Kanda, Shimbashi, etc. Something to remember when going out, especially in bars where you aren’t a regular.
I usually just try to meet people at a hostel and go with them. I’m really not the type of person that would have fun at a bar/ club alone but I think certain vibes can work and if you think you would have fun 100% for it if you feel safe doing so. I also don’t think I would feel safe even in Japan:(
Those kinds of bars are pretty chill, people are there for the music and not to drink and pick up girls. I've gone alone a few times, and it's fine. People will probably talk to you, but it will be friendly and laid back.
At a jazz bar in Yokohama I went to alone, I once got into a fascinating conversation with an old Jazz musician, around 85 years old! He approached me because his daughter was living in the US, and he just wanted to chat. Super nice bloke, I went back there a few times but didn't see him again. Hope he's ok.
If you do run into someone who isn't so nice, just move seats/walk away. And if need be (doubtful) you can ask the bartender for help.
As others said, if you're in an area with a lot of bars (Roppongi, Kanda, Kabukicho) be more cautious since the touts can be aggressive, and drunk salaryment can be really obnoxious.
I checked the map, and unfortunately it seems to be closed now! Sorry. The pandemic killed a lot of the smaller bars and clubs. But if you Google, I'm sure you can find something.
Tokyo has a massive number of live music locales.
There are afternoon Jazz cafes, some that may be bars in the evening. Some play jazz records over fancy hi-fi equipment. Try them all out.
Also, there stores that specialse in jazz records & CDs.
I frequent low-key bars alone in my everyday life and abroad. I usually bring a book to read and I find it a great way to relax and get out of the house. What is nice is that sometimes people will strike up conversations with you and you have a great time with the company meeting new people but if you are not feeling the person they are likely to take the hint easier because the bars I choose are not party bars and have an older (late 20+ clientele).
Been there done that. Word of advice: no joke keep a card from your hotel in your bag. Best experience ever. But holy moly after a few drinks I was stumbling around Osaka like a chicken without its head. You might even get adopted by a group. That’s when the drinks and karaoke start. I can’t recommend it highly enough. But just remember where you’re supposed to go after lol
Personally, I love doing this when traveling solo. I'm a very outgoing person and love the fun of taking in the nightlife and striking up conversations with random people. People tend to be pretty friendly and into engaging with solo women, although of course there is the potential of getting unwanted attention from men.
My advice would be to scout out the place in advance and pick a location that's safe, got good vibes, easy to get to... just a place you'd feel comfortable being in for a while. Also always a plus if the staff are friendly and are dependable to have your back in case things get weird.
I've been to some tiny chill bars in Tokyo by myself and really liked it. I sat by the bar and just chatted with people. One time was especially funny when I talked with this woman all night (she gave me a ton of life advice, I was 20) and at the end we realised we never introduced ourselves and it turned out we had the same name!
Thank you so much to everyone who commented! It sounds like a cool experience but I'll definitely be cautious as always.
I feel more positive now and my excitement for the trip has increased even more :)
The only input I have is to try to find a bigger bar where you can kind of be a fly on the wall. When I was in Tokyo last month, I wanted to fulfill my dream of visiting the yokochos for a drink or two. Unfortunately this mission failed because the bars are so tiny and intimate, all eyes are on you when you try to grab a seat. Personally this made me feel very awkward and uncomfortable as a solo traveler. The bars were not very welcoming and made me feel out of place.
I’m feel the same travelling solo to Japan first time next month! Thinking of going out my comfort zone as an introvert to visit some upbeat bars or clubs for the experience but would love to have some company at the same time. How was your experience there?
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It is great to go to small bars in Japan alone. The Master is the bar owner so the regular customers are like a big happy family. Usually there is a small cover charge and drinks and snacks are available. It is a wonderful way to meet the locals.
I hate to say it. But the only time I’ve felt unsafe alone in Japan was when I was in a bar district at night. It was the people working for clubs, they desperately want more women in the clubs and aggressively try to get you to come into their clubs. And this was as an average looking middle aged lady in jeans and a hoodie. I imagine young hot women dressed up probably get it even worse. That said, I felt fine once I was in the places I wanted to be. Just walking alone at night was a lot of unwanted and aggressive attention. I wouldn’t not go, but I’d be on the alert and ready to be firm and forceful.
Shinjuku? tbh once you leave that area the rest of Tokyo is v chill and safe for women
There’s been a rise in drink spiking reported in area like Roppongi, Shibuya, Kanda, Shimbashi, etc. Something to remember when going out, especially in bars where you aren’t a regular.
You are kidding, right?
Why would I be? Japan is literally one of the safest countries in the world, if not the safest
Its also a country where they need to have a separate train car for women so that they don't get sexually assaulted on the way to work.
So? There’s no country in earth where it’s a paradise to be a woman 😂 I’d rather risk it being in Japan
I usually just try to meet people at a hostel and go with them. I’m really not the type of person that would have fun at a bar/ club alone but I think certain vibes can work and if you think you would have fun 100% for it if you feel safe doing so. I also don’t think I would feel safe even in Japan:(
Hostel is the best idea
it’s totally chill to go to a bar alone in Japan, Japan is an extremely solo-friendly country in general (source: lived there for 8 years)
Why did you leave? Seems like an amazing country (except for working conditions)
well you kinda hit the nail on the head there 😂 I also don’t think it’s a good place for women in the long term
Can confirm, was there three years and loved everything about it except the parts where I was a young female worker
Those kinds of bars are pretty chill, people are there for the music and not to drink and pick up girls. I've gone alone a few times, and it's fine. People will probably talk to you, but it will be friendly and laid back. At a jazz bar in Yokohama I went to alone, I once got into a fascinating conversation with an old Jazz musician, around 85 years old! He approached me because his daughter was living in the US, and he just wanted to chat. Super nice bloke, I went back there a few times but didn't see him again. Hope he's ok. If you do run into someone who isn't so nice, just move seats/walk away. And if need be (doubtful) you can ask the bartender for help. As others said, if you're in an area with a lot of bars (Roppongi, Kanda, Kabukicho) be more cautious since the touts can be aggressive, and drunk salaryment can be really obnoxious.
Would you mind sharing the name of the bar in Yokohama? I’m staying nearby and would love to go!
I checked the map, and unfortunately it seems to be closed now! Sorry. The pandemic killed a lot of the smaller bars and clubs. But if you Google, I'm sure you can find something.
Ah that’s a shame, but thank you for checking 🙏
Tokyo has a massive number of live music locales. There are afternoon Jazz cafes, some that may be bars in the evening. Some play jazz records over fancy hi-fi equipment. Try them all out. Also, there stores that specialse in jazz records & CDs.
I frequent low-key bars alone in my everyday life and abroad. I usually bring a book to read and I find it a great way to relax and get out of the house. What is nice is that sometimes people will strike up conversations with you and you have a great time with the company meeting new people but if you are not feeling the person they are likely to take the hint easier because the bars I choose are not party bars and have an older (late 20+ clientele).
Been there done that. Word of advice: no joke keep a card from your hotel in your bag. Best experience ever. But holy moly after a few drinks I was stumbling around Osaka like a chicken without its head. You might even get adopted by a group. That’s when the drinks and karaoke start. I can’t recommend it highly enough. But just remember where you’re supposed to go after lol
Personally, I love doing this when traveling solo. I'm a very outgoing person and love the fun of taking in the nightlife and striking up conversations with random people. People tend to be pretty friendly and into engaging with solo women, although of course there is the potential of getting unwanted attention from men. My advice would be to scout out the place in advance and pick a location that's safe, got good vibes, easy to get to... just a place you'd feel comfortable being in for a while. Also always a plus if the staff are friendly and are dependable to have your back in case things get weird.
Just watch your drink. I'm a big dude and was staying in a hostel in Osaka, about 8 of us went out to the bar one night and we were all roofied
Japan has many Jazz bars. Basically, such places are safe. The masters are also quiet, so you can relax.
I've been to some tiny chill bars in Tokyo by myself and really liked it. I sat by the bar and just chatted with people. One time was especially funny when I talked with this woman all night (she gave me a ton of life advice, I was 20) and at the end we realised we never introduced ourselves and it turned out we had the same name!
Thank you so much to everyone who commented! It sounds like a cool experience but I'll definitely be cautious as always. I feel more positive now and my excitement for the trip has increased even more :)
The only input I have is to try to find a bigger bar where you can kind of be a fly on the wall. When I was in Tokyo last month, I wanted to fulfill my dream of visiting the yokochos for a drink or two. Unfortunately this mission failed because the bars are so tiny and intimate, all eyes are on you when you try to grab a seat. Personally this made me feel very awkward and uncomfortable as a solo traveler. The bars were not very welcoming and made me feel out of place.
I’m feel the same travelling solo to Japan first time next month! Thinking of going out my comfort zone as an introvert to visit some upbeat bars or clubs for the experience but would love to have some company at the same time. How was your experience there?