Secret Tokyo Bars & Restaurants No One Knows About

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

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[@desultorilypanacea]

Video is on time and very entertaining.

[@mienyasina1643]

Please review many Halal restaurants in Japan rom Sushi, Ramen and Tempura. Thank you so much, salaam from Indonesia🙏🌹

[@gzusrocks6482]

@Paolo fromTOKYO LOL..Never seen Paolo smile so much !!

[@greekre]

the japanese eating horse meat is like the chinese eating dog. unnecessary. you’ve lost me mate

[@SUPERGENKI]

Such a great episode Paolo, you best work (and research) so far I'd say, cheers brother. ^^

[@sophiaisabelle01]

Secret locations are often times the best places to visit if you're seemingly running out of options on which place to go next. Thanks for this video. It's certainly gonna help out a lot of people.

[@autismandy3050]

white people problems.

[@iamgermane]

Politicians use these to take their mistresses out for a good time and then go back to the hotel room ;)

[@SUPERGENKI]

This is probably the best and the most episode IMO.... and now, If you"ll excuse me, I have some places I need to check out. ^^

[@LeChaunpre]

Amoogus

[@StarmenRock]

@@iamgermane everyone uses these lol people cheat a lot, dude. morality is dead

[@madeofnapalm]

Paolo looking happier and happier with each -drink- place he visited 😁😁

[@jpotato8918]

I’m glad I’m Not the only one who noticed that .

[@sqcos2805]

👀

[@tahasinameen3422]

😋😂

[@donniecatalano]

me too actually, drink along with Paolo this time 🤣

[@ninjapistol14]

I wish Paolo made a video of how he makes videos. Like how he sets up his cameras for shots or how he introduces people at the start of their day In the day of a life series.

[@mrreonkadena]

It's a trade "secret."

[@lightwire123]

Day in the Life of Paolo lol

[@daisylopezartist]

@@lightwire123 Yess!!

[@ninjapistol14]

Paolo's cameraman is so good, it took me a year to realize there was a cameraman.

[@Hug0Z31]

@@ninjapistol14 Paolo's camerawoman is Maiko, his wife

[@PatrickBaeken]

The amount of work and the care that you put in every one of your videos is truly inspiring. I could watch those forever. Truly remarkable.

[@apathyguy8338]

I have to admit I'm totally curious as to how he actually talks these people into doing the videos. It seems like everybody from the kid at the front door to the CEO opens up the door for him. It's amazing.

[@PatrickBaeken]

@@apathyguy8338 I suspect japanese culture has a lot to do with it. Also, who does not like free publicity. There is also the fact that he presents every places he visits in a very positive way, well deserved btw.

[@frankiecroley8508]

have watched Paolo forever but never commented. he is a pro who puts tons of work into these videos. love all things Asian and he represents Japan so well.. So impressed these non - touist out of the way locations.

[@KingKogi]

Whelp. Looks like they're no longer "secret" spots anymore Paolo 😂 But I'm sure your audience is grateful and excited you shared them. They can finally visit some of these places now that the borders are open again.

[@freedomneverexisted5093]

This will be investigated since its not secret anymore.

[@Cbas619]

gatekeeper

[@Maximus20778]

@@Cbas619 ???

[@systemspecchecker]

To be fair, they aren't very secret. Lots of resturants/bars have little niche games like this. What he's doing is keeping them alive with true and authentic advertisements.

[@Arouxayis]

idk about that. i feel like paolo's audience is mainly to people outside japan.. like potential tourists and even then most people wouldn't feel comfortable going to these places without either knowing the language or having a translator. otherwise you might as well go to places not as niche where you know that they'll have someone on board that can speak english.

[@adamsavage5676]

Wow, this is awesome Paolo, I like the idea of these unique hidden themed bars, it's literally like a hide out from a video game, that is really cool. I can totally picture anime and game characters hanging out in those hidden clubs. That's really inspiring, could make a fun storyline out of these ideas. Plus, the drinks and food look great too :) Wish we had this sort of stuff here. As for a favorite cocktail, I'd pick the expresso. Thanks for another great video dude! Oh, As for which one I'd visit, I'd go to the Jazz club :)

[@valeleng]

I'd like to go visit the Jazz club too nothing beats hearing a smooth piano and sax while drinking🎷🎶🎹 It gives nostalgic vibes✨

[@adamfrost3139]

Thats what this reminds of, kind of like in Zelda when you find one if those secret shops 🙂 This is pretty cool concept, usually "hidden" places like that in the states are for mob guys and shady dealings lol

[@ivorysiren22]

I have to say Paolo, every time I watch your videos either on this channel or the other one, I smile. You're always smiling and you showcase so many cool things, you make everything seem exciting! You put so much work into what you do, it truly shows, and I just hope you know how much it's appreciated. Thank you!!

[@jlbnerdy]

So awesome...thanks for making new places not as overwhelming...can't wait to check some of these & even more hidden spots out..please share more!

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

Glad you like them!

[@49ers1975]

i luv the decor of these places...makes me feel like i'm in a anime or manga......awesome

[@frankzajac3158]

This is a really great video. I love places like this, and I love how the Japanese put their own twist on things. Now I really can't wait to go back. Great country, great people. Bookmarking this video and taking notes.

[@ZedEdge]

Such a nice touch with that continuity edit outside each location. Where he's crouched in the street, talking to the camera. And when cuts to the wide shot, he stands up and turns around - even though the camera isn't down there any more. 👌

[@thomasji7614]

Definitely taking notes for shops from this video and the past videos for the possible future trip to Japan! Thanks for all the great videos, have a great weekend! :D

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

Glad you like them!

[@graceybfrg]

So nice to finally see your interactions in Japanese Paolo! Please continue to keep these in for all the videos when you don’t voice over 🙂

[@lavernejones4471]

This was very interesting! I love the nostalgic atmosphere that they all have. I had no idea these kind of places existed. Thanks for sharing. Your videos are always so informative.😊

[@dagar5331]

Paolo I just want to say thank you for all your hard work! Im coming to Japan in two months to work as English teacher in Yokohama and your videos helped me so much, I want to know as much about the country from native perspective as I can and you have been absolutely amazing, all your videos seems so genuine and designed to let us all learn more :) I have always been interested in Japanese culture so I read about it a lot but your videos just make it all so much more pleasant and accessible as well as I am feeling a bit more welcomed. I am not a native speaker as Im from Poland so I was worried it would be a hardship for me however I saw that Japan can be welcoming and open mined thanks to you! so I all I want to say is Thank you! :)

[@gweisa899]

I recommend watching Reutter Family Channel called Life in Japan. They talk about being American raising a their family in Japan

[@gweisa899]

Also，Where I From channel does documentary style and life in living in Japan.

[@astralpolice]

Secret locations are so freaking cool really hope to see more or even have it become a series like my personal favorite behind the counter.

[@brettcottel739]

Janai Coffee was great. Nice guys working there. The staff was so friendly and liked us so much, they did a bitter coffee shot with us! Met Larry from San Francisco! We are Northern Californian ourselves. Thanks for the tip!!! Cheers!

[@wesworldjourneys]

Omg yes more please!! Haha this is amazing. I moved to Tokyo 6 months ago and I’m still trying to find cool places to visit. This was such a fun video and I can’t wait to try them all.

[@Ohhcrystaal]

Aside from the amazing Japan videos he makes, Paolo’s smile and genuine excitement always makes me happy when watching these videos!

[@dude247316]

Dang. The entrance to these bars are amazing!

[@durg8909]

This might be my favorite Paolo video ever!

[@kensuyagami3492]

Awesome places! Looks fun! Me and my wife will be spending our 10 year anniversary in Japan this November. We are so excited! Can’t wait to check some of these places out.

[@AmbientWalking]

I had such a super amazing time watching this and traveling with you! Awesome!

[@AlexLeavitt]

This was one of your best episodes! Actually excited to check some of these out when we're in Tokyo next. Please do another!!

[@gogogadget9126]

Yup! keep these videos coming! just right up my alley

[@Janka007]

The absinthe in the jazzy bar! I hope I can visit one day! Thanks, Paolo! 😊❤️

[@ehlersdanlosandi]

I follow a lot of japan based KZbinrs, and you by far are the best at describing food and making me want to try literally all of it! Thanks for sharing!

[@cglynne]

This style of video is a nice changeup from your more usual 'day-in-the-life' style. Good to add this style to your video lineup. More of this please. It helps people that are considering traveling to Japan try to figure out what they want to do or see.

[@mush3179]

OMG. Impressed by the Creativity and Innovation of Japanese People. Liked the concept of Janai Coffee but the Mini Cooper at Igu & Peace was great and awesome.

[@mariomejia3608]

WOW Paolo. impressive selection of places. Definitively putting them on my list of must places to visit when visiting Japan. Yeah lets go for more videos like this one.

[@bernardbeninger5942]

Thanks Paolo, I loved this episode! Would like to see more!

[@samurai_junjiro]

Great video! I'm Japanese but didn't know about these places. Thank you for making this video :)

[@motivationstore5279]

i just love your intro its so goooddddd

[@DamplyDoo]

Congrats on your success dude.

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

Appreciate it!

[@niyu4218]

Must be great to take part in a guided walk through some spots of tokio with paolo 👍

[@uyevad]

It's great to see these types of videos again. I'd love to see an updated Top 10 places to eat in X area. I'm guessing after the pandemic, lots of places may have closed?

[@Jordan-inJapan]

Yeah, it’s been really sad. For example, Osaka (closer to my area) had the higher number of restaurants per capita IN THE WORLD - before the pandemic at least. But so many have closed. Things and getting better now, but can will it ever fully recover? Time will tell…

[@MrKkramme]

Very cool 😎 video- thanks! Best video ever! Well done @Paolo!

[@nomad_3373]

Watching Paolo’s videos make me suffer. I was stationed in Japan for 2 years, chose to rent an apartment in the Shibuya prefecture because as a kid growing up, I became obsessed with Japanese Anime, that later evolved into me learning as much as I could about the Japanese culture and their way of life, and when I got the orders for a deployment to Japan, my dream became a reality. I made so many life long friends who to this day I still talk with thru the Line app. Those 2 years were the best 2 years of my life. I did not want to leave. Seeing the same places I’d go hang out with friends, walk, admire, fell in love with, it hurts to the core. I’m finishing my degree in mechanical engineering, and my goal is to be sponsored by a company in Japan so I can get my permanent residency.

[@りん-p8f4p]

早く日本に来て〜！

[@Jullie0042]

Best of luck with everything!! Cheers!!

[@iaoshua]

make sure to learn japanese. youll need n2 at most places to qualify

[@stine69]

I feel the same when I was stationed (in the early 90’s) Kobe, Japan and Dunoon, Scotland (in the late 80’s). Spent two years in each place but made great life long friends from this life into the next. When I get some other things settled here (my father passed last November and there’s still something’s to straighten out) I would love to go back and spend time, in each country, with very old friends (I consider family), again.

[@idminister]

'minor' in computer programming, far more opportunities, even with say SquareEnix. the Localization and translation lead for their CBD3 was born and raised in america.

[@YonFonTuber]

Miss these types of videos! its why i first started watching. Need more of them!

[@david21216]

This reminds me of a similar spot in Milwaukee Wisconsin, It's a Spy themed restaurant with a similar bookshelf entrance. You need to find the book trigger and if you can't you have to do the chicken dance to get inside. What you don't know at the time is that the front door feed is broadcasted to half of the tv's in the restaurant lol.

[@david21216]

Yo!!! Exactly like Igu & Piece crazy

[@marcelo_campitelli]

This video was amazing… so many Awesome places!

[@jeanclaudevomdeich4234]

Every other country feels quite boring, once you've been to Japan 🤩🤩🤩 Love from Germany 🇩🇪🙏🏻

[@paulseoighemcgee5772]

Excellent docu work as usual , P !

[@zackaryallam1396]

These are actually really cool and off the beaten tourist path. More stuff like this Paolo!!

[@GregHall66]

Absolutely amazing! I enjoy all the videos you make! This video really hit a nerve with me as I am a huge foodie. These places are the icing on my cake of reasons to visit Japan and not just the airport!

[@pinoyexploresus2129]

Awesome! Will mark all those for my intent visit in tokyo. Thanks for sharing.

[@user-wr7dw8li8w]

Lately, all these store introduction videos posted by Japanese people are for advertising purposes, so even though I am Japanese, your videos for foreigners are the most helpful for me. I'm going to use it when I go out with my girlfriends.

[@alanr585]

These all looked like places I wouldn't want to go and with no other customers there I guess many people think the same.

[@jayfizzz]

I’d say these places empty because it’s early in the day when everyone’s at work, hence why they’re allowing him to film during the off hours lol

[@Aoekin]

This is awesome, definitely make more of these.

[@evanstath]

Great work Paolo (and Maiko of course)! What's surprising is that the the prices are so reasonable, nothing is crazy expensive.

[@desygazali2692]

Do we need to order their food or just drinks?

[@playonce4186]

Very interesting places which made me excited to go there! Good job on this video Paolo!

[@KarennaJP]

This video and all these places where just AMAZING! I'll definitely visit them when I go to japan, already noted down in my " Must-Go Places in Japan ". Thank you so much for this top tier japan content that you bring to us! I hope we get more of this!

[@tokyotales_shop]

Yeah! Please make more videos like this! This is what makes living in Tokyo the best, cause through videos like this, I still keep discovering amazing places after years in Tokyo! Thank you so much :D

[@bv7031]

The alcohol you call Absynth in one location, its just called Chartreuse and its made in my hometown in France, its a very unique plant based alcohol, so cool to see it in a bar in Japan !

[@Icebergslim333]

They needed to put a little bit more in that glass though 😂 That drink was looking real light.

[@sam3353]

This video had to have been SO much fun to record. I love this.

[@arvalenz5314]

Now that Japan is opening its borders without the major requirements, and considering a lot of businesses have closed down and new ones started, would love to see new videos on top places to visit or top restaurants, street food, etc..

[@alohatvn]

The restaurants were so amazing 👏. The food looked so good 👍 😋.

[@Jordan-inJapan]

Cool content! I love little places like those. One interesting thing I’ve noticed though, the owners of those “secret” places (especially the bars) tend to be… well, secretive. On several occasions, I’ve tried video blogging cool little local places I’ve discovered, but in each instance was asked by the owner not to upload anything to the internet or social media. Kind of weird, right? I mean, you’d think they’d be happy for the publicity. I asked a Japanese friend of mine who is also a bar owner, and he suggested that it could be due to the presence of various criminal organizations in that industry… that small bar owners, especially, would rather not have extra attention that might link them personally with a particular establishment. Or something like that. I suppose it also could be a local culture thing... there’s an old Buddhist proverb that’s popular in my area which suggests that fortune comes to those businesses who focus on maintaining their quality instead of self-promotion. I guess that wouldn’t fly in Tokyo. 😅 Anyway, the craft beer bars certainly DON’T mind the extra attention. And I DO video blog those places. 😆

[@mrreonkadena]

How is it weird? You did say it's a "secret" place.

[@Jordan-inJapan]

@@mrreonkadena well, I’d always assumed those owners wanted their establishment to FEEL secret, but not actually BE secret… 😂

[@DoctorEbot]

Craft beer bars don’t mind the attention. Maybe because the owners are younger?

[@Jordan-inJapan]

@@DoctorEbot Probably. But also because the mainstream awareness of craft/local beer is still low in Japan (outside of major cities) and its growth is being held back by that. So brewers and bar owners really want/need the exposure.

[@lynnkesh254]

So what's the point of being secretive if they are allowing cameras in?

[@bevtsen]

Omg i must go to ryunosuke. I tried basashi many years ago in my first japan trip amd absolutely fell in love! Thanks for this Paolo! Definitely a mist visot in my next trip

[@fialee8]

This series is pretty cool. I remember going to a bar in Tokyo where it's prob on the fourth or fifth floor. Four of us crammed into a small elevator prob 2AM, and then went into a bar that seemed to be in an industrial office building (like a few shown here) that that was essentially a bar top and maybe six seats, with a single bartender. The bartender offered crispy snacks, and toy games. It was so cramped, you had to walk in single file to the seats... and if someone at the end wanted to leave, everyone had to get up so the person could leave. It was like drinking in a long closet. Pricing was reasonable for a big city. I still think, how could anyone make a profit having such a small bar. Another interesting place was a bar that had girls which worked there, and encouraged you to drink. That place was a lot more expensive, but also quite interesting. It was a regular modern looking bar, in the day-time, and you could just hang out, and talk to the girls while drinking overpriced drinks.

[@Spiderhunter]

I would love to hear more places in Tokyo! I recommended this video to my friends going on thier honey moon to Japan in May and they made a reservation to one of these spots!

[@AyimeAnime]

The Most Impressive thing about this is they have really cool way of entering to the Bar and also I really love every design of every door

[@lifewithbella0807]

Hello from California! Just wanna say we enjoy watching your videos since way back. We especially enjoyed watching this one and your Okinawa family trip. 🥳

[@PerutPapaGendut]

I love this kind of videos, it'll help us in planning our itinerary especially with the ever changing city like Tokyo. Could you please make a family restaurant ones later, or any restaurants where you can bring small kiddies. Thanking you in advanced

[@StarboardBow]

Great video. Working on my channel check it out please.

[@pmorton7960]

Really outdid yourself with this one Paolo!

[@GIChiyo]

That frozen sake looked AMAZING omg Edit: And the Wagyu Yama had my mouth watering

[@Jordan-inJapan]

Agreed. But fyi, if you ever come to Japan, Matsusaka is the best place for wagyu. Just saying… (and we have some pretty decent sake too…) 🍻

[@GIChiyo]

@@Jordan-inJapan Now with Japan opening it's borders again I am for sure planning to go back next year, I will kepp that in mind, thanks!

[@adamfrost3139]

Yes, I don't drink anymore but "saki bombers" were a thing for me when id eat at certain restaurants that served it. Seeing it nice and cold like that looked really delicious and refreshing

[@mattheweburns]

Looks like you’re having lots of fun for this one! I love to travel with you vicariously, thanks so much for the videos can’t wait for the next one

[@user-wr7dw8li8w]

8:26 By the way, Shimokitazawa has many more hideouts than just this one! The whole town has a unique and interesting atmosphere, with a large number of live music clubs that make it a mecca for young bands from eastern Japan, and a concentration of inexpensive and stylish vintage clothing stores. If you have some extra time when you come to Japan, I recommend you take a look around!

[@winsen5602]

Love the videos. Video idea: Top relaxing spots in Japan. Keep up the great content 🫡.

[@Modelqaibottle]

Paolo started to get tipsy towards the end 😂🤣🥂🍾 great video! 🙌🏾❤️

[@ambujkn]

One of the best videos. Plz bring more such hidden places and even something that's little bit outside Tokyo city.

[@dagelandumay]

This video is one of a kind in KZbin universe! Glad you made this! You have my gratitude! 🙏😊

[@drdanny-ru9pf]

AMAZING content Paolo, I congratulate you.

[@DeeeBaby]

This is one of your best videos

[@ryanlowe3373]

Been watching your videos for a while now and just wanted to say thank you for always putting a smile on my face, some of the best stuff on this platform.

[@_Mundayze]

Paolo, this video was so cool! I’d love to learn about more hidden gems.

[@TheGorillafoot]

Japan is so awesome. Japanese always always take ideas to the next level.

[@P1stolPete.]

That was an awesome episode! Next level dude.

[@Bluetangg]

Super fun video! Thanks. Your enthusiasm is contagious.

[@calvinchiu3880]

This is interesting, please give us more spots! Thanks!

[@kpulkit5627]

This video shows how much you worked hard for it ! This was great , need more of these types of videos in life 💯💯

[@brianflynn5355]

Especially his liver.

[@masamune..]

This is the video I didn't expect, and so happily enjoyed. Awesome content!

[@Slydime917]

So interesting! Only in Japan. Please do more of these! Also more day in a life

[@piece0fcharsiu]

That jazz bar looks unreal!! Definitely adding that to my bucket list when I visit Japan

[@takatastore6338]

You the best my man!...love your videos and the energy in them

[@ED-iq3mv]

I love Japan 💕, I love everything about Japan, Japanese are so kind and helpful ❤❤❤❤

[@13taras]

Wow . That's very creative. I think that this is now my favorite video of yours.

[@stephensimonroth4722]

Paolo, watching forever never commented. I LOVED this video, you surpassed yourself! More of Tokyo/Japanese ephemera please, it's great!

[@TTWZN]

Hi Paolo, that is one of the best serious You Tube vid’s i have seen. Bloody good man. Keep it going. Cheers. Enjoy.

[@lhmcd5538]

Yes please, more please. Thank you. May you please take care and stay safe.

[@DavidHammer83]

Great video Paolo, very cool bars, just the kind of bars I would like to visit if ever going to Tokyo.

[@greggreg2263]

Wow thank you for the video super cool little spots😁💯🙌💥✅

[@atuljoshi1990]

wow - thank you - added to my list for my next trip - love it.

[@rcheung135]

These places are worth a flight just to check out. Thanks Paolo!

[@lamalache]

Ok... those spots were awesome. Thank you so much for sharing them with us.

[@agustinn2231]

8:05 it was funny when Paolo found the top tank toilet strange. Those are very common in my country

[@brianflynn5355]

It's common in shithole countries like yours, but not in Japan.

[@jackson7922]

That Jazz Bar is definitely a place I'll go. I've got to see the owner perform!

[@LILGRIZZLY]

Paolo with Another Banger 👍🔥😃

[@AndrewMorton116]

I love watching your videos! So relaxing, because you seem like such a nice guy.