This is a revisit to a JAZZ cafe near Gion Shijo Station in Kyoto, where they also serve alcohol. They play jazz records in a dimly lit space filled with old posters, creating a great atmosphere. However, all customers except us were smoking, making the air quite smoky. I requested Bud Powell and enjoyed my favorite tracks while sipping on a rum on the rocks.

Exploring Jazz Cafes in Kyoto. Today, I visited Rokudenashi near Gojo Kawaramachi. It's easy to spot with a white sign in front of the river. Located on the 2nd floor of a Showa-era mixed building, it may take some courage to enter, but the space inside is surprisingly free-spirited. One unique feature of this jazz cafe is that foreign visitors often come by. I've been there three times, and each time I encountered foreigners, including groups. (The master may not be fluent in English, but he makes everyone feel welcome.) Talking quietly is totally fine here! Listening, chatting, or staying silent - all are allowed. The setup includes a counter and about 5-6 seats, with a cozy atmosphere. The jazz music playing in the background is just right, not too loud. The interior has a vintage feel, evident in the posters and books around. It may be a bit cluttered, even from 10 years ago (laughs), but that diverse charm is appealing. The drink selection is extensive, starting from around 500 yen per glass, making it affordable. I really love the atmosphere created by the master and the young staff members.

I went to Jazz Kissaten Rokudenashi in Gion Shijo, Kyoto. The underground atmosphere here is intense. The small, retro, and dimly lit shop offers coffee for 350 yen. The record selection is not extensive due to the small space, but the music was nice to listen to. It was interestingly different from the Jazz Kissaten YAMATOYA I visited yesterday.

I was taken to a jazz café where I enjoyed a coffee. The music had a rock undertone which was pleasant. The coffee was refreshing and easy to drink, and the portion was generous. I would like to explore more jazz bars.

You can enjoy a relaxing jazz atmosphere while having a drink at Rokudenashi Maido! Yamadera in Kawaramachi, Kyoto. This day, I visited the jazz cafe "Rokudenashi" in Kawaramachi. I also uploaded a video, so please check it out if you'd like. As soon as I entered the store, the jazz music playing created a nice and calming atmosphere. I had a highball drink and a fluffy cheese-filled tamagoyaki for 500 yen, which was incredibly delicious. I also tried the Kyoto-style pickled red turnip for 300 yen, which was a nice local touch. Despite not being a typical jazz cafe snack, the combination was surprisingly delightful. The cozy ambiance makes it a great spot for couples as well. It's convenient to be able to drink during the daytime. Overall, it was a relaxing day enjoying good food and drinks. Thank you for the meal.

The fifth stop on the Kyoto standing bar tour is the jazz cafe "Jazz in Rokudenashi." Climbing up a narrow staircase to the second floor, you open the door to the jazz cafe and enter the cozy and dimly lit space where the cool white-haired master runs the show. Two out of the four on the tour mention that they have been coming here since their student days, indicating that this place has probably been in business for over 30 years as a well-established jazz cafe. The song "Bokutachi no Shippai" by Morita Douji plays on repeat in your mind, creating a lovely atmosphere. The menu may be a bit blurry and hard to read, but coffee and tea are priced at 350 yen, while alcoholic drinks start at 400 yen. We decided to go for bourbon while enjoying jazz music – what a fantastic combination! This hidden gem of a jazz cafe has become a favorite spot, and I definitely want to visit again to try out the various food options. Feeling quite satisfied, even though we didn't eat anything this time, I look forward to a leisurely visit next time. Being a bit tipsy, I need to be careful going down the stairs. Thank you for the wonderful experience. Basic Information: Location: 127 Saito-cho, Shijo-sagaru, Kiyamachi-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Closed: Not specified Business Hours: 14:00-2:00 (weekdays), 14:00-5:00 (Fridays and Saturdays) Difficulty of Entry: ★★★☆☆ (Moderate)

I went to a jazz cafe called "Rokudenashi" in Kyoto Kawaramachi because I didn't feel satisfied with just drinking in Osaka. I had been here before with the mama-san from Chane Cafe and immediately fell in love with it, so I decided to visit again. The cafe is located on the second floor up a staircase. When you open the door, you'll find a cozy space to relax. I ordered a Gin Lime for 400 yen and a tamagoyaki (rolled omelette) for 300 yen. The atmosphere was great, and the owner was friendly and engaging in conversation. The tamagoyaki was simple but delicious. I enjoyed chatting and before I knew it, two hours had passed. It's a lovely place where you can lose track of time. Thank you for the meal. Basic Information: - Address: 127 Saito-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto - Closed: Unknown - Opening Hours: 14:00-2:00 (until 5:00 on Fridays and Saturdays) - Difficulty in Finding: ★★★☆☆ (moderate)

For me, this restaurant is a place where I can fill the hole in my heart that I can't talk to anyone about, little by little. It's a place where I drink sake to remember my late senior colleague and his memories. In Kyoto, there is a shop called "Chikyu-ya," where there used to be a master named Ogaki. When I was young, I learned everything from this person. He is no longer in this world. The sudden image of Ogaki, who departed abruptly, comes to mind, so I still can't go to "Chikyu-ya." But I come here to "Rokudenashi." This place is the most suitable place to remember him because only the master here, who is like an immortal, can call him "Ogaki" or "Ogaki-kun." However, I don't talk to the master about Ogaki's stories. We just silently drink, knowing each other. Besides, it would be embarrassing to talk too much about Ogaki to the master, who is consistent and mature. He is really kind and a dandy master. The calm space with jazz playing in the background, regular customers having music and worldly discussions, people coming from far away, everyone understands the atmosphere of this place, so it's comfortable. (Sometimes, there are people who are Tokyo or jazz enthusiasts...) Everyone drinks in their own way in this normal jazz bar. By the way, there are many wonderful bars in Kyoto, such as the little-known rock bar "Madam Kochoran" in Kiyamachi and the rock bar "Galaxy 500." The people there are also from "Rokudenashi." On this day, while enjoying a foamy rock, a guest who knew Ogaki well appeared by chance! He also said that he had been taken care of by Ogaki in the past. We chatted about the old days for a while, and then I quietly headed home that day. A fateful encounter that our senior from the other world connected us to. What was that passion back then? It tightens my chest when I remember. It's annoying to think about. In a life that feels like killing time, I need to finally remove the remnants of dreams that are still stuck in my heart (lol). I keep getting lost in the remnants of youth if I don't get rid of them soon... Sadness suddenly comes and tightens people's hearts, but at those times, I sway to jazz in this place. Rokudenashi Banzai♪ To be continued in the Last Review PART78.

I visited two jazz cafes in Kyoto, one of which was JAZZ IN Rokudenashi. It was a bit difficult to enter, and the cleanliness was not great. However, the menu was extensive and they even had kombu tea. I ordered eel and iced coffee, and they were playing a record of Chet Baker's singing. Overall, it was an interesting experience.

Hello, I'm in Kyoto tonight and I'm already full from eating at a traditional Japanese restaurant, so I don't need any more food. I decided to take a leisurely stroll along the Kamo River and ended up on Kiyamachi Street, just off Shijo Street. The next place I visited is a jazz cafe called "Rokudenashi," which I heard about in Tokyo. The owner, who looks like a sage, is very kind and loves to chat. I ordered a bottle of beer, while my companion ordered a Scotch with milk. The atmosphere inside the cafe is enhanced by jazz music playing from records. The place has a lot of history, with a classic interior and mostly regular customers. The owner was friendly, and the drinks were enjoyable. The regulars were engrossed in jazz talk, creating a lively atmosphere. The cafe has a Golden Gai vibe but with a Kyoto touch. I had a great time and would like to explore more places like this in Kyoto in the future. I'm full and ready to head home now. Thank you for the meal.

I visited a few jazz cafes in Kyoto that I found through an internet search. The second one is located in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, called Jazz in Rokudenashi. The shop has quite a unique name. Walking along Shijo Street next to Takase River, you will find the shop. However, the map on the shop's website indicated a "pachinko parlor" as a landmark, but in reality, it was a McDonald's, so I got lost. The entrance of the building is not bad, but the shop is a bit hard to find. Inside the shop is quite messy. There are records on shelves, but the shelves look like they might break. The audio set looks delicate, but they use an ONKYO system, which is quite sophisticated. They also serve some dishes, so I tried their deep-fried tofu, which tasted good. Thank you for the meal.

As soon as I entered the store, there was a customer at the counter talking loudly about rock and blues, which made me feel a bit uncomfortable. I ordered a bourbon soda (800 yen) which seemed a bit flat, lacking carbonation. The music playing was light European jazz, which I found to be a bit off. The bartender's song selection was questionable. Additionally, the customer was smoking at the counter, which is something I would never see at the bars I usually go to in Tokyo. This made me decide to leave the store as I didn't want to stay any longer. It was just as suspicious as I had heard. It may be recommended for those who like deep and mysterious bars, but it wasn't my kind of place. On a side note, a friend of mine mentioned that going early in the evening might result in a slightly different experience.

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