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Himeji Bar 2026

101 participating restaurants and bars across Himeji City

location
101 participating restaurants and bars across Himeji City
period
June 1, 2026 (Mon) - July 7, 2026 (Tue)
Time
Hours vary by shop (see the Bar Book or official site)
cost
Bar Book: ¥500 per copy (one per person). Bar Set Menu prices (with one drink) vary by shop and are paid in cash on site — the Bar Book is your entry pass, not a ticket booklet.

Why You Should Visit

A roughly five-week bar-hopping festival across Himeji with 101 participating restaurants and bars. Buy the 'Bar Book' in advance (¥500 per copy, one per person) and show it at any participating shop to order a value-priced 'Bar Set Menu' (a special small dish + drink). It's not a ticket system — each shop is paid in cash on the spot. Pick up the map, wander the city, and discover Himeji's food scene on foot.

2026 runs in three programs: - Eki-chika (near-station) Himeji Bar (Jun 1–7 / 54 shops): casual bar-hopping right around Himeji Station - Suburban Himeji Bar (Jun 8–Jul 7 / 41 shops): a more relaxed schedule for venues in the suburbs - Late-night Himeji Bar (Jun 1–Jul 7 / 6 shops): after-hours spots for the second round

Great for anyone who likes discovering local restaurants on foot, or for an evening out with friends.

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Essentials

location
101 participating restaurants and bars across Himeji City
period
June 1, 2026 (Mon) - July 7, 2026 (Tue)
Time
Hours vary by shop (see the Bar Book or official site)
cost
Bar Book: ¥500 per copy (one per person). Bar Set Menu prices (with one drink) vary by shop and are paid in cash on site — the Bar Book is your entry pass, not a ticket booklet.
access
Most 'near-station' venues are within walking distance of JR / Sanyo Electric Railway Himeji Station. The suburban program covers venues in other parts of the city.
NOTE
【3 programs】
- Eki-chika (near-station) Himeji Bar: Jun 1 (Mon) – Jun 7 (Sun) / 54 shops
- Late-night Himeji Bar: Jun 1 (Mon) – Jul 7 (Tue) / 6 shops (for night owls)
- Suburban Himeji Bar: Jun 8 (Mon) – Jul 7 (Tue) / 41 shops

【How it works (4 steps)】
1. Buy the 'Bar Book' (¥500), your entry pass
2. Use the map to wander to a shop that looks interesting
3. Show your Bar Book and order the 'Bar Set Menu'
4. When full, head to a Late-night Himeji Bar for round two

【About the Bar Book】
- ¥500 per copy / one copy required per person (also required if a child orders the set menu)
- Limited quantities. Sold at participating shops, all Bon Marché stores, VOX Shikama, and online (Himeji Bar Book)
- Shipping: ¥190 per copy; free on 2 or more
- Lost books must be repurchased

【Payment】
- Not a ticket system. Pay for each Bar Set Menu in cash at the shop

【Notes】
- Participating days, hours, bar-menu serving times and prices vary by shop within the event period — check each shop's page in the Bar Book
- During the event, service style (standing-only, set menus, etc.) may differ from normal
- Reservations for the bar menu are not accepted; please refrain from calling shops during the event

【Hosts】
- Organized by Regional Revitalization Producers Association
- Co-hosted by Akachochin Yatai no Kai / Himeji Keizai Shimbun / Himeji Spice

Check the official site for the latest info.

出典: ひめじバル2026 公式サイト

FAQ

How much is the Bar Book and where can I buy it?
¥500 per copy, one copy per person. You can buy it at participating shops, all Bon Marché stores, VOX Shikama, or the official online store. Supplies are limited — earlier is safer.
How do I pay for the Bar Set Menu?
It is not a ticket system. Show the Bar Book, order the Bar Set Menu, and pay in cash at each shop. There are no pre-paid tickets to redeem.
Can I take part on my own?
Yes — solo or in a group. The Bar Book is sold per copy, so it works well for visiting shops on your own.
Do all shops run during the same dates?
Dates differ by program (near-station Jun 1–7, suburban Jun 8–Jul 7, late-night Jun 1–Jul 7), and even within a program each shop has its own participating days and serving hours. Always check the per-shop calendar and serving times printed on each shop's page in the Bar Book.
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