This BKC bar brings Japan’s cult after-work drinking ritual to Mumbai

In Japan, there's a beloved after-work ritual called 'nomikai', which literally translates to 'drinking hours' (nomi = drinking/nomu = to drink; kai = hours). It's a cultural cornerstone of how colleagues bond outside the office, bringing together coworkers, friends, or club members. Nomikai loosens workplace hierarchies and gives everyone a chance to unwind together after a long day. At Mumbai's contemporary Japanese dining and bar concept, Supa San, Nomikai is coming in as 90 minutes of fun.

What's the big deal?

While we're already huge advocates of happy hour, this Japanese concept sounds like a truckload of fun. Every Wednesday to Friday, between 5pm to 8pm, high energy and unpredictability take over at Supa San, BKC.

You aren’t just enjoying the drinks, you’re playing for them! Janken rock-paper-scissors, and a power card game that, when won, holds perks like discounts, complimentary stuff, and more.

What are we drinking?

You have 90 minutes to down bottomless beers like Kingfisher Ultra and Great State Aleworks and cocktails like mid day buzz, flower power, rush hour martini, shiro-tanga, masu no yoru, and more.

And what are we eating?

Bar bites like tori kari kari, yakimo, edamame shio, etc. They have platters of sushi rolls and robatayaki sets which are totally customisable from the options on the menu. You're the one in charge.

That’s not all – they’ve turned paying the bill fun, too! As the bill arrives, they roll a dice to see which table unlocks 50 per cent off their next visit. And every table is a winner, as they get a cool voucher.

How much does it cost?

The bottomless drinks package is priced at ₹2,000 per person, and the food menu starts at ₹150. The Nomikai will be valid if the whole table opts for the ticket.

What else to do at Supa San?

Supa San, the whimsical, manga-themed izakaya, keeps playfulness at the core. And if you plan to extend your nomikai to a regular dinner, don't forget to dig into their gyozas, sandos, and ramen bowls.

When: Mon-Sun. Noon-1am. Nomikai available Wed-Fri, 5pm-8pm.

Where: Shop No. 003, Ground Floor, Raheja Towers, Plot No. C-30, Avenue 4, G Block BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051