Space is a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it basement club located in a quiet corner of Shinjuku that’s earned a near-mythical reputation among Tokyo’s most dedicated heads. Though small and dimly lit, it’s one of the city’s most vital incubators for cutting-edge sound – a place where forward-thinking DJs and experimental live acts come to test boundaries.
The venue itself is intimate but surprisingly roomy. With moving lights, moody candlelight and a finely tuned sound system, the floor has a dark, enveloping presence – perfect for losing yourself to techno, house, hip-hop or whatever genre is on the menu that night. The volume leans heavy, so earplugs are recommended for those who want to last till morning.
Programming is sporadic but strong: if someone in Tokyo’s underground wants to try something bold, weird or sonically intense, chances are they’re doing it at Space. Just five minutes from DJ Bar Bridge, it’s also the perfect prelude or after-hours stop on a longer Shinjuku crawl. We recommend that you check their Instagram before visiting since hours vary by the event. Bring a lighter, and step into the dark – you might just come out changed.