Akaoni

Akaoni is a traditional-style sake bar in funky Sangenjaya, with over 100 different lines of the heady rice wine. It serves a mean plate of food too. 

“Some sake are specially brewed for the bar, or look for their extensive range of the very popular Juyondai,” says Nakamura. 

It's easy to get carried away with the selection, especially once the first few mouthfuls have settled into your bloodstream, but luckily Akaoni has two serving sizes: a larger ochoko 150 ml size, or a half serving. If you're on a discovery quest, best opt for the latter.