Hiroshima
Bookshelves, old-fashioned furniture, a piano and a stuffed deer head all add to the busy surrounds at this smoky lounge-bar. Organza hosts an eclectic…
Must-see nightlife in Western Honshū
Hiroshima
It's bound to be a good night if you drop into this laid-back place, where the friendly metal-loving musician owner 'Bom-san' can be found serving drinks…
Western Honshū
A convivial atmosphere (though it's fine to sit at the counter solo), walls decorated with sake labels, and an enormous drinks menu – just what you want…
Western Honshū
This 2nd-floor lounge bar overlooking the Symphony Hall building makes all the right retro-chic moves, with mismatched furniture, ornate-glass lighting,…
Western Honshū
Through the old gate of the Kogawa family residence is this small cafe with large windows overlooking a pleasingly unkempt garden. Sit among the games and…
Hiroshima
Six small izakaya (Japanese pub-eateries) squeezed into one large room make up this convivial spot, where beer and sake come with the usual izakaya fare,…
Western Honshū
Low lighting, sofas and a broad terrace with a river view make this relaxed cafe-bar a pleasant place to end your evening. Snacks include homemade pizzas…
Western Honshū
A popular bar on the beach, run by resident expat Amy Chavez, which only operates during summer.
Hiroshima
This small corner bar near the station is called '500' in Italian because most glasses of wine here cost ¥500, creating a convivial local atmosphere…
Hiroshima Region
The views from this 100-year-old house perched on the hill overlooking Onomichi are exceptional, making it a great coffee or mojito stop just downhill…
Western Honshū
After the Bikan area closes down, relax with the mellow retro tunes and friendly staff at the slightly scruffy SWLABR. By day it serves as a cafe with…
Western Honshū
Cute pantry-styled juice bar (with a couple of seats outside) serving fresh juices (¥420) and an interesting range of hot cuppas (¥320 to ¥540) – soy…
Western Honshū
This casual expat-run watering hole is popular with the city's English-speaking population. Alongside Aussie beers such as VB (of course), pub grub is…
Western Honshū
The low-ceilinged, wood-and-brick interior of this canal-side caffeine lovers' paradise is thick with the aroma of freshly roasted beans. The menu…
Hiroshima
Take off your shoes and unwind while reclining among the cushions, or sip cocktails at the bar. Good pizza and other bar food help you linger. It's on a…
Hiroshima
A reliable Irish-style pub with a welcoming Irish expat manager, good beer, good food and occasional live music. It draws a mixed crowd of expats and…
