The Global Drinker — World Bar Guide
Flying Bumblebee
Tokyo, Japan
At the centre of Flying Bumblebee sits a single long table, giving the bar the feel of a private dining room. Exposed concrete walls, a black lacquered bar and strip lighting add an industrial edge to the intimate basement space. The female-owned venue is minutes from Daikanyama, a neighbourhood affectionately known as Tokyo's Little Brooklyn, owing to its many galleries, restaurants and boutiques. Original cocktails use Japanese amaro and hinoki whisky, including an aviation or mezcal martini. Save room for the cream puff, served with absinthe ice cream.
13-7 Daikanyama B1 Bellby Daikanyama, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo · $$