Top 10 Karaoke Bars In Japan

1. Karaoke Kan - Shibuya

Karaoke Kan is a major karaoke chain throughout the whole of Japan. There is a Karaoke Kan branch in almost every major station in Tokyo and other major cities. The branch in Shibuya is a great after-work venue to relax and unwind. With faux-leather seats, the karaoke bar comes with a large database of popular songs and good quality TVs. Guests can sing to the lyrics which appear on the TV and even select their favourite songs. This karaoke bar is affordable and guests can even avail of some of the all-you-can-drink options.

Karaoke Kan - Shibuya

Address: 30-8 Udagawacho, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0042, Japan

Website: Karaoke Kan - Shibuya

Opening hours: 11am - 6am (daily)

2. Studio Himawari

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Studio Himawari is located in Kabukicho and is essentially a snack bar which has karaoke facilities. This karaoke bar is slightly different in that the owners play live musical instruments as diners sing their lungs out. Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are served here, at affordable rates.

Studio Himawari

Address: Japan, 160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukicho, 1 Chome-4-12 Miyata Building

Opening hours: Thu - Tue: 7.30pm - 7am (closed on Wed)

3. Uta Hiroba Karaoke

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If you want to experience the best nightlife in Japan, then this karaoke bar is the one to visit. Uta Hiroba is a major chain and can be found easily throughout Japan. This karaoke bar allows guests to sing their signature songs as they enjoy unlimited drinks as part of the cover cost. A range of drinks includes sodas, soda floats, cocktails and bubble teas.

Even if you are too shy to sing, you can laugh at others singing their lungs out after a few drinks. Who knows, you might even discover your singing talent at this karaoke bar.

Uta Hiroba

Address: 27−6, 5F, Udagawachō, Shibuya, 150-0042 Tokyo

Website: Uta Hiroba

Opening hours: 11am - 6am (daily)

4. Big Echo

Big Echo karaoke is a popular chain of karaoke bar throughout Japan. This bar has one of the most extensive lists of songs in Japanese, Chinese, English and Korean. Big Echo is known for its luxurious and plush interiors as well as an interesting selection of food and drinks. Gather the right set of friends and head to Big Echo to have a night of drinks, food and live singing. Laugh your heads of as you attempt to sing your favourite songs in or out of tune.

Big Echo Karaoke

Address: Japan, 〒100-0006 Tōkyō-to, Chiyoda-ku, Yūrakuchō, 2 Chome−3−５ aune Yurakucho, B2~1F

Website: Big Echo Karaoke

Opening hours: 10am - 6am (daily)

5. Le Baron de Paris (Minato)

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Croon in style as you visit this exclusive club located in the hip district of Aoyama in Japan. This club is known for its premium hospitality and prices. Le Baron de Paris is named after the Parisian club known as Le Baron. This club is especially for loyals as it works on a membership basis on selected nights. In the club, there are two VIP rooms which are equipped with karaoke machines for a night of crooning.

This experience will prove to be highly entertaining as you drink the night away and hear one another singing the lungs out to some famous tunes.

Le Baron de Paris

Address: 3-8-40 Minamiaoyama B1 Aoyama Center Bldg., Minato 107-0062 Tokyo Prefecture

Website: Le Baron de Paris

Opening hours: Wed - Sat: 9pm - 2am

6. Karaoke 47

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Karaoke 47 is a reputed karaoke bar which is located within Keio Plaza Hotel. From the karaoke bar, one will be able to enjoy stunning views of the surroundings. This karaoke bar offers several packages such as the party plan, luxury plan and even girls’ plan. All of these packages include a variety of dishes as well as the opportunity to sing along famous songs.

Karaoke 47

Address: 7F, Keio Plaza Hotel, 2-2-1, Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Website: Karaoke 47

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 5pm - 11.30pm; Sat - Sun: 2pm - 11.30pm

7. Morinoen Karaoke Chaya

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Morinoen Karaoke Chaya is located in Chuo. This is a karaoke bar which offers live singing as well as a wide range of teas and Japanese desserts. One can buy a package of a drink and the opportunity to sing their lungs out for two hours. What better place can there be than Morinoen Karaoke Chaya to enjoy some time singing to your favourites along with the opportunity to sip Japanese tea or indulge in some pastries.

Morinoen Karaoke Chaya

Address: 2-10-11 Nihombashi Ningyocho, Chuo 103-0013 Tokyo Prefecture

Website: Morinoen Karaoke Chaya

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 12pm - 2am; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 5am; Sun: 12pm - 12am

8. Barcode

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Barcode is popular for its vibrancy and is situated in the heart of Kyoto’s nightlife district. This bar is easily recognizable by its bright, neon-coloured signboards. A special feature of this karaoke bar is that it is one venue where one can drink as much as he/she fancies and sing and dance the night away as the bar only closes when the last customer leaves.

The bar does a karaoke night daily and the playlist contains an impressive list of Japanese and English songs. The staff here endeavour to provide customers with top-notch entertainment. Sometimes, they conduct a variety of bar games or even play musical instruments to accompany the performance.

Barcode

Address: Kiyamachi Dori Shijo, Agaru Kamiya Cho 366 “ Reiho Kaikan ” 3F Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, Japan 604-8024

Website: Barcode

Opening hours: 8pm - 5am (daily)

9. Shidax Karaoke

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Shidax Karaoke is one of the major karaoke chains in the whole of Japan. This bar is known for being easy on the pocket as well as containing plush rooms for groups to use for their evening of music and laughter. With a great song list and delectable food and drinks, this karaoke bar offers a variety of packages. You will be surprised to know that the karaoke bar even has nursery rhymes for children on their playlist.

Shidax Karaoke

Address: 1-5-2, Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Website: Shidax Karaoke

Opening hours: 11am - 5am (daily)

10. The Drunken Clam

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Welcome to this English karaoke bar which is a popular hangout spot for youngsters in Japan as well as international travellers. Having opened its doors in 2014, this bar welcomes its guests with a hospitable atmosphere and friendly service. Guests can enter the bar without having to pay any cover charge. Order some drinks as you enjoy watching one another humming to familiar tunes.

The Drunken Clam

Address: 6-26 3f Souemoncho, Chuo Ward, Osaka 〒542-0084

Website: The Drunken Clam

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 8pm - late; Fri - Sat: 8pm - 3am (closed on Sun)

Sing your heart out in Japan

Whether singing is your forte or not, karaoke bars allow you to sing out loud without any inhibitions. With a great atmosphere, drinks, food and the opportunity to sing, a karaoke bar is where you would want to be. So, come on and check out some of the best karaoke bars in Japan.