BAR PSY
Good to know before you go
- Getting there
- Seibu-Shinjuku Station · 2 min walk (Seibu Shinjuku Line)
- Hours
- 19:00–05:00 (last order 04:00; irregular holidays)
- Admission
- Free (no cover charge)
- Time needed
- 60–120 min
Hours can change on holidays — check the official site before travelling.
About
BAR PSY is a cozy, high-energy rock and metal bar tucked away on the second floor of a Kabukicho building. Boasting an impressive 4.7 rating, it is famous for its friendly, English-speaking staff, incredibly welcoming atmosphere, and a massive catalog of music videos you can request. Expect a lively, intimate space where travelers and locals easily mingle over reasonably priced drinks and shared heavy metal favorites.
What Japanese guides note
BAR PSY is located on the second floor of the Tokyo 19 building, roughly 50 meters east of the Shinjuku TOHO Building. Unlike many nightlife venues in Kabukicho, the bar does not charge a seating fee (otoshi) or cover charge. The space permits indoor smoking, and the staff accept song requests focused primarily on Western rock, punk, and metal.
Details from local sources
- BAR PSY was founded in 2004 as an evening rock bar and cafe. [source]
- The establishment operates with zero cover charge or seating fee, billing customers only for what they order. [source]
- The venue is referenced in music videos and tour photo collections of visiting Finnish metal groups, including Mokoma. [source]
- The official access route guides visitors from the Shinjuku TOHO Building Godzilla head, walking 50 meters east past a FamilyMart into the Tokyo 19 Building. [source]
- Smoking is permitted across the bar premises during operating hours. [source]
- In addition to major credit cards, the bar accepts Japanese transit IC cards like Suica and PASMO, along with QR options such as PayPay and Alipay. [source]
Insider Tip
Write down your favorite rock or metal song requests on the paper slips provided at the bar to see them played on the big screen.
Frequently asked
Is there a cover charge or table fee at BAR PSY?
No. BAR PSY operates on a strict no-charge system (ノーチャージ), meaning visitors pay no cover fee, seating fee, or mandatory appetizer charge (otoshi). Patrons only pay for the individual drinks and bar snacks they order during their visit.
How do music requests work at the bar?
Guests can request tracks directly from the bartenders behind the counter. The collection focuses heavily on Western rock genres, including classic rock, hard rock, punk, and heavy metal, though track selection and order remain subject to the room's prevailing atmosphere.
Where is BAR PSY located in Kabukicho?
The bar is on the second floor of the Tokyo 19 Building in Kabukicho 1-chome. From the base of the Shinjuku TOHO Building featuring the rooftop Godzilla head, turn right and walk approximately 50 meters past the local convenience store.
Is smoking allowed inside BAR PSY?
Yes. Japanese tobacco laws permit smoking in designated small-scale drinking establishments, and BAR PSY allows cigarette and heated-tobacco smoking throughout the bar area. Visitors sensitive to tobacco smoke should anticipate a smoking environment, as no separated non-smoking section exists.
What payment methods are accepted?
The bar accepts cash alongside major international credit cards like Visa, MasterCard, JCB, and American Express. Guests can also pay using Japanese transit IC cards such as Suica and PASMO, contactless options like iD and QUICPay, and QR code services including PayPay and Alipay.
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