Ishi no hana
Good to know before you go
- Getting there
- Shibuya Station · 1 min walk (Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line, Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, Tokyu Toyoko Line)
- Hours
- Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun 17:00–24:00 (L.O. 23:00); closed Wed & Thu
- Admission
- ¥500 (table charge)
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Best time to go
- 17:00 opening on weekdays or Sundays, before the 19-seat room fills up
Hours can change on holidays — check the official site before travelling.
About
Tucked away in a Shibuya basement, Ishi no hana is a world-class cocktail bar helmed by master mixologist Shinobu Ishigaki. Renowned for turning seasonal Japanese fruits, herbs, and premium spirits into liquid art, it offers a sophisticated, low-lit sanctuary from the neon chaos upstairs. Expect meticulous preparation, custom-designed glassware, and a menu that reads like a high-end culinary tasting guide.
What Japanese guides note
Ishi no hana is situated on the basement level of the Yagi Building along Roppongi-dori, southeast of Shibuya Station away from the scramble crossing. Japanese bar media highlight that the venue preserves the etiquette of an authentic, quiet bar, meaning groups larger than two may be turned away. Arriving right at the 17:00 opening is recommended to secure counter seating before peak evening hours.
Details from local sources
- The establishment's name combines the character for stone from founder Shinobu Ishigaki's surname with the character for flower to represent an unfading bloom. [source]
- Ishigaki won the senior division of the 2005 Bacardi-Martini Grand Prix in Turin with his cocktail Claudia, made with rum, vermouth, pineapple juice, caramel, and black pepper. [source]
- Ishigaki won the 2002 National Bartender Skills Competition with Polar Star, blending akvavit, green apple syrup, and fresh lemon juice. [source]
- The cocktail menu features a Japanese Old Fashioned made with whisky liqueur infused in-house with dried shiitake mushrooms. [source]
- The bar changes its featured farm-to-glass cocktail list every calendar month using produce shipped directly from contracted domestic farmers. [source]
- The basement interior contains 19 total seats, laid out as 11 counter stools and three small tables. [source]
- Underground Exit C1 of Shibuya Station reaches the entrance along Roppongi-dori in approximately one minute on foot. [source]
Insider Tip
Try a drink featuring seasonal Japanese fruit like mikan or peach; the master's flavor pairings are legendary and rotate constantly.
Frequently asked
Is there a cover charge at Ishi no hana?
Ishi no hana charges a standard seating cover charge of ¥500 per person, which traditionally includes a small bar appetizer served upon seating. Drink prices are billed separately, with original cocktails typically ranging from ¥1,400 to ¥2,000 each.
Can large groups visit without a reservation?
No, the bar maintains an intimate, quiet environment with only 19 seats. The management restricts party sizes and may decline groups of three or more people. The space caters primarily to solo visitors and pairs seeking focused cocktail tastings.
What signature cocktail should first-time visitors try?
First-time visitors typically order Claudia, the competition drink of black rum, bianco vermouth, caramel syrup, pineapple juice, and black pepper that won Ishigaki the 2005 Bacardi-Martini Grand Prix. His 2002 competition winner, Polar Star, made with akvavit and green apple, is also a staple.
Which station exit is fastest to reach the bar?
Use underground Exit C1 at Shibuya Station, accessible from the Fukutoshin, Hanzomon, Toyoko, and Den-en-toshi lines. Emerging at street level from Exit C1 leaves you roughly a one-minute walk from the bar entrance on Roppongi-dori.
Does Ishi no hana offer non-alcoholic cocktails?
Yes, Ishigaki prepares customized non-alcoholic mocktails using the same farm-direct seasonal fruits, Japanese herbs, and craft syrups featured on the monthly cocktail rotation. Guests can request preferred flavors, such as tart citrus or rich berry profiles, directly at the counter.
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