One of the best things about Kabukicho is the remarkable range of boozy experiences available in the neighbourhood. And while we aren’t averse to drinking plonk at a dive bar, sometimes you want to feel a good bit fancier – and that’s exactly what this tour accomplishes.
A dashing crew of (mostly) bilingual charmers will welcome you at Smappa! Hans Axel Von Fersen, a luxurious host club named after an intimate friend of Marie Antoinette’s. As you take in the OTT décor – think red velvet sofas, chandeliers and gilded sculptures – a sommelier serves up a carefully curated selection of fine wines.
But the evening’s main course is conversation: the hosts are great fun to chat with and love to recommend other bars and eateries nearby, making ‘Fersen’ the ideal starting point for a movable party – a hop from one watering hole to the next that builds up energy along the way.
