I took on the challenge of a gin specialty bar in Kitashinchi. It's a modern atmosphere bar. I enjoyed having the place to ourselves early on. We started with a Gin Rickey using a gin from Hong Kong called TWO MOON, after having yakiniku and wanting something refreshing. Trying a gin I didn't know much about from Hong Kong was enjoyable. For the second drink, I requested a cocktail with a herbaceous flavor that you don't come across often, using a gin from the UK called Old Raj. The cocktail was called Funky Funky, and it had just the right amount of spiciness from the herbs. There was a bottle with Mr. Torii's name on it at the counter. Can you keep bottles here? Of course not. It's a bottle that the Torii family of Suntory had Mr. Torii sign when he visited (laughs). They also served a lychee gin from Belgium called "Panda" to an Indian customer who came later. There was just endless interest in the different gins. Finally, I savored the house PB's "KinoB" straight, enjoying three different gins.

It's been a while since I visited Juniper ♡ It seems like the atmosphere has changed a bit since the renovation. I already felt a bit tipsy after my first drink, but today I tried a Japanese gin with a strong flavor. It was really strong haha. Thank you for the meal! (•́✧•̀)

After visiting K, I found that there are so many bars around here that I want to visit. I have tried a few times before but couldn't get in. It was my first visit. I had a highball and a sidecar. There are a lot of foreigners here probably because I speak English fluently. The interior design is fun. I wonder if it's common in Osaka to add orange liqueur. This place is reliable and has a strong presence.

Bar Hyakumeiten in Kitashinchi. This bar specializes in gin, offering a wide variety of rare and unique gins. You can leave it to the bartender to surprise you with a drink. Enjoy gin with soda, water, on the rocks, or straight - there are many ways to enjoy it here. The atmosphere is also excellent.

I occasionally visit "Bar Juniper" in Kitashinchi, which offers delicious gin, before going to nearby sushi restaurant Ohata. They have a good selection of gin, which I enjoy as an aperitif before sushi. As the weather gets warmer, I am likely to visit regularly before having a meal in Kitashinchi. On this particular day, I had a classic gin and tonic with a delicious gin that had a hint of lemon fragrance. I will definitely be back again.

Nagumo Mobile Unit Around 8 pm on Monday, I visited a rumored vending machine. The door opened into a luxurious interior, where we had to speak quietly. I recommend the gin Gimlet, which I ordered for my second drink. As I enjoyed my second drink mixed with soda, the place quickly filled up with couples and groups of men. It was a good thing we arrived early. The neighboring second floor was also almost full. This place is really popular!

[Facility] Parking lot: Available, Taxi accessible Exterior: Well-ventilated and pleasant on a nice day Interior: Authentic bar atmosphere Toilet: Themed with a focus on gin Amenity: L'Occitane products available [Taste] Total cost 17,600 yen (for 3 people) Drinks: Gin Rickey, Gin Tonic, etc. Snacks: Butter Raisin, dried fruits, nuts [Service] Payment: Credit card accepted Hospitality: Particularly charming male staff [Overall] An interesting concept as a gin specialty store, but enjoyable for both gin enthusiasts and non-enthusiasts alike. Highly recommend trying the Butter Raisin. The location in front of ANA Crowne Plaza serves as a good landmark.

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This shop located in a bustling area of Kitashinchi has a very open and stylish interior. They offer a variety of gins, and I recommend trying their gin and tonic. It's fun to see the various spices under the counter table that can be moved around with gears.

I visited "Bar Juniper," located in Osaka, a city known for its food culture. This bar was selected as one of the top 100 bars in the 2022 Tabelog rankings. It opened in April 2011 and is conveniently located within a 5-minute walk from JR Tozai Line Kitashinchi Station and Keihan Nakanoshima Line Oebashi Station. Yodoyabashi Station on the Keihan Main Line is also within walking distance. The bar is situated on the first floor of the NJ Building on Doshima Nakadori, with an antique-style exterior. Inside, you'll find a mysterious space with a calming brown color scheme. The back of the counter is lined with bottles of various spirits. I tried two cocktails today: a strawberry and gin cocktail, which had a subtle sweetness and a sophisticated flavor with fresh strawberries, and a Dekopon cocktail, which featured the refreshing sweetness of Dekopon fruit. The cocktail allowed me to enjoy the texture of the Dekopon pulp in the glass. Overall, I had a great time enjoying cocktails at this gin-specialty bar. Thank you for the wonderful experience.

2023.5.4 (Thursday) I had the Orange Blossom (Dekopon) Strawberry Non-Alcoholic Gin Cocktail. The Dekopon Non-Alc Cocktail is a refreshing classic Radler (Scottish barley) with soda.

Ginger x Gin (around 800 yen). A bar specializing in gin, located about a 5-minute walk from Kitashinchi. It is situated behind the ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel, making it easy to find. The bar has a great atmosphere with attention to detail in its interior and selection of drinks. While the space is not large, it would be appreciated for a date night. They have around 100 different types of gin. I visited around 10 pm and the place was lively. There were also foreigners, possibly Europeans or Americans, who seemed to be having a great time, adding to the cozy atmosphere of the bar. Good gin makes good blood!

After enjoying some authentic Osaka-style okonomiyaki for the first time in a while, I decided to continue my night with a few more drinks. I stumbled upon a place called "Bar Juniper," located on the first floor of a building near Shindai Building on Dojima-naka Street. This bar specializes in craft gin, which is quite rare in Japan. The counter and back bar were lined with various bottles of craft gin, along with some slices of prosciutto on display. The interior of the bar had a copper counter with a glass section in the middle that had gears inside. When I arrived, there were still four seats available, but they quickly filled up. Aside from a Japanese couple, everyone else in the bar was foreign. I ordered a Martini, but they didn't have pearl onions for a Gibson, so I settled for a classic Martini instead. The gin used was Tanqueray, mixed with Cinzano Dry Vermouth in a mixing glass and stirred. The olives were served on a separate plate, pitted. The taste was exceptional, truly showcasing the expertise of a gin specialist bar. Next, I tried a Gimlet made with THE HERBALIST YASO GIN 2022 from Niigata. It was my first time trying this gin, which is produced by Echigo Yakusou, using 80 different botanical ingredients, primarily wild herbs, fermented and aged slowly for about a year in ceramic jars. The herbal aroma was distinct, and it paired well with lime, making it a delicious drink. I then moved on to a Kyoto Dry Gin called "Toki no Utsukushi," produced by the Kyoto Distillery, which is one of the most famous gin distilleries in Japan. This gin is made from high-quality rice spirits infused with 11 botanicals, including yuzu, lemon, sansho pepper, ginger, and gyokuro tea. Truly a Japanese craft gin that can only be made in Japan. For my final drink, I asked the bartender for a recommendation, and he suggested a Dutch genever called Hooghoudt Dubbel Gebeide Korenwijn Gin, dating back to the 16th century. This genever, distilled three times from juniper berries and a blend of malt wine (distilled from barley, rye, and corn), finished in sherry casks, was incredibly smooth and delicious. It was an eye-opening experience that changed my perception of gin. The ice used for gin on the rocks was cut by the bartender from a large block and individually stamped with the bar's logo. This attention to detail truly reflected the bar's philosophy and dedication to their craft. It was interesting to see that almost all the foreign customers were ordering Japanese craft gin, a clear indication of Japan's recognition in the global gin scene. As a Japanese person, I realized that I need to reacquaint myself with Japanese gin. After settling the bill of 7,200 yen, I left the bar. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

By some mistake, I was able to enter the restaurant after closing time. It was a wonderful yakiniku restaurant, and on the way back, I also entered a long-established bar with early closing hours due to the pandemic. It was a revelation to see the variety of gin they had. I hope to visit again and enjoy it slowly. Thank you very much! ⭐️

At the edge of Kitashinchi, open the secret door of ANA Crown Plaza and enter. The interior of the restaurant is extremely cool, with a shiny copper counter and a back bar full of doors like a hot spring. Starting with a Gimlet and moving on to a Martini, time flows quietly and calmly. Drinking delicious cocktails makes you feel very relaxed. It feels like your inner self is getting organized. The Raisin Butter is also amazing. I always make sure to visit when I come to Osaka.

As the name suggests, Juniper is one of the best gin specialty bars in Japan. The owner and bartender, Kawasaki, hails from "Bar K" in Kita-Shinchi. Kawasaki's first bar, known for its liqueur selection, is "THE BAR Elixir-K" in Kita-Shinchi. They offer craft gins from around the world, boasting around 700 varieties before the pandemic. Despite the bold flavors of craft gins, Juniper excels at incorporating them into standard cocktails. They also serve original gin cocktails and seasonal fruit cocktails, showcasing a wealth of knowledge on gin history and cocktail recipes. The bar counter is designed to resemble a gin still, with playful elements like rotating gears. While they used to have a chef creating dishes with herbs and spices that complement gin aromas, their food offerings have been reduced. The entrance to Juniper is a hidden door resembling a vending machine, with another entrance for the casual line "Juniper Second." They also have a branch near the Imperial Hotel Osaka in Higashi-Tenma.

Located about a 5-minute walk from Kitashinchi Station, this shop caught my attention as a gin specialty store. I finally visited and found it to be about half full around 10 pm on a weekday. I tried two gin and tonics, with the first being Bombay Sapphire. It had a lovely aroma and was very easy to drink. The second was YASO GIN, a gin from Niigata with a complex flavor profile. This shop is recommended for those who want to enjoy a variety of gins. I would like to revisit if I have the chance.

Kitashinchi's Jin Hyakumeiten (Gin Bar) in Kitashinchi is a strong gin bar, including Kaara-san. The interior has a calm atmosphere and a good sense of style. This time, I tried the gin from Saga, which has a pretty strong flavor. It becomes really smooth with cube ice. Kitashinchi really has a high level of bars! The best!

In Kitashinchi, you can study gin. 3 glasses for 4900 yen. Gin is my favorite to drink on the rocks because each one has a completely different taste. From those with a wide range of aromas to those that go down smoothly, I like to compare about 5 different kinds if the alcohol content is strong. This shop has a wide variety of gins and is a great place to learn. Gin lovers should definitely visit at least once.

At the end of the year, I visited "Jenipar" for the first time in Umeda with a friend who specializes in gin. We initially entered through 2nd by mistake, but then found the entrance through the vending machine door and officially entered the bar. The atmosphere felt like a different world, and we enjoyed starting with Sakura and moving on to a few more drinks. We talked about gratitude for 2022 and hopes for 2023 while enjoying the delicious gin. Thank you for the wonderful experience.