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BEE’S KNEES
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Hidden behind a yellow door marked 'Book Store' in Kyoto's Kawaramachi district, Bee's Knees is a speakeasy-style cocktail bar that consistently ranks among Asia's best. The award-winning bartenders craft inventive, high-end cocktails using local Japanese ingredients like matcha, yuzu, and local gins. Expect a lively, intimate space with a 1920s Prohibition vibe, hip-hop soundtracks, and incredibly friendly, English-speaking staff.
Insider Tip
Look for the yellow door with a 'Book Store' sign. Arrive right at opening to grab a seat at the bar without a long wait.
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