Youshuu To Koohii Tsumujikaze
洋酒と珈琲 つむじ風
Shimokitazawa · Gallery
Dimly lit kissaten-bar in Shimokitazawa's backstreet. Serves Western spirits and coffee in a hideaway setting—the kind of spot that hits hard the moment you walk in. Kind master, intimate vibe.
⚠️ Note: Prices in caption are from the post date; verify current menu on visit.
As seen on Instagram
Original post by @mkk_gourmet
How to visit
- Address
- Setagaya-ku, Kitazawa, 2-1-8 3F, Tokyo
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 5pm–2am; Sun 3pm–12am; closed Tue
- Price
- $
- Rating
- 4.4 ★ (46 reviews on Google Maps)
- English (?)
- Yes
- Reservations
- Not required
Place data via Google Maps
First-timer tips
- Best for
- Solo visitors or pairs seeking 80s city pop on vinyl, retro kissaten-bar atmosphere, and affordable cocktails in a quiet Shimokitazawa hideaway.
- Avoid if
- Third-floor walk-up with no lift; not suitable for mobility-impaired visitors. Closed Tuesdays; evening-only (5pm Mon–Sat, 3pm Sun).
- Nearby pairing
- Pair with Yellow Shimokitazawa (5 min north)
What makes it special
Tsumujikaze blends kissaten warmth with proper bar service. Soft lighting, wood tones, and a master who makes you feel at home—exactly the quiet, unshowy refuge Shimokitazawa specializes in. Creamsoda, classic cocktails, coffee. No Instagram flash; just good craft and restraint.
The space also functions as a small rotating gallery—the master invites local artists to exhibit work in the back room. Check their Instagram for current shows, as the gallery programming is separate from the regular bar schedule (the official profile actively solicits gallery artists under “Music & Art & More”).
How to visit
3-minute walk south from Shimokitazawa Station. Open Mon–Sat from 5pm (2am close), Sun 3pm–midnight. Tuesday closed. Phone: +81 3-5787-6755. Cash-friendly counter spot; arrive without reservation.
FAQ
What's the drink menu like?
Cocktails (Amaretto Ginger ¥900, Old Fashioned ¥750), creamsoda ¥1,000, coffee, and Western spirits. Popcorn ¥400. Prices from the Instagram post; confirm on visit.
Is it hard to find?
Third floor of the San-Kō Building. South exit of Shimokitazawa Station, 3 minutes on foot. Small, discreet entrance—part of the appeal.