Japan is one of the countries that will surprise you at every corner. Its entertainment facilities are usually open throughout the day. In fact, nightlife in Japan is as enjoyable as the activities you perform during the daytime. So, if you’re planning to visit Japan soon, make sure you participate in some of the following nightlife activities.

1) Visit a casino

Dotonbori, Osaka, Japan. Photo by Ramon Kagie on Unsplash

Think of casinos and you should have Japan on the list of top three countries where gambling is popular. With the country full of casinos in literally every street, you should try your hand in some of the games. For beginners, it is highly recommended that you start with baccarat. It is one of the easiest games to learn with the highest betting odds.

Slots are another game you’ll be bumping into at every corner in a casino, so it doesn’t hurt to get some prior experience playing safe at online slots where they allow you to try out different titles before you commit. You can also try playing blackjack, poker, keno, or roulette as well. Just make sure you come prepared and that you don’t lose all your money; otherwise, you may not have enough to experience what Japan has left in store.

2) Enjoy at the Robot Restaurant

When you visit this place enjoying nightlife in Japan, remember one thing – what happens in the Robot Restaurant, stays in the Robot Restaurant. It is located in one of the biggest red light areas. Neon lights, robots, pretty girls, wine – this place is everything that you can ask for when it comes to partying extravagantly. Try to reserve your seats early because this restaurant fills out very quickly.

3) Take a walk down Shinjuku

Shinjuku, Japan. Photo by Jezael Melgoza on Unsplash

Shinjuku is a popular night-out neighborhood with three famous spots: Golden Gai, for its cozy bar, Omoide Yokocho, for its nostalgic and old-fashioned Izakaya alley, and Kabukicho, the largest red-light district in Japan. When you are in Shinjuku, don’t forget to eat some of the local dishes in the nearby restaurants.

Also, try some local rice wine in the traditional Izakaya bars.

4) Dine at the Kawaii Monster Café

Japan is so diverse in its nightlife that you won’t find yourself visiting the same place twice. The Kawaii Monster Café is also a popular tourist destination, and it comes to life at night in Japan. It portrays the pop culture with a new theme every night. Pretty girls dressed like monsters are the cutest things you will ever see.

The café has special shows from Tuesdays to Fridays.

5) See Japan like never before

Tokyo Tower, Minato-ku, Japan. Photo by Yu Kato on Unsplash

Want to see how Japan looks at night from one of the observatories? Book your tickets to Mori Tower, Tokyo Skytree, or Tokyo Tower. The city looks like a box of jewels at night. It is as if someone has lit candles and they are glowing everywhere. It is a place that you would not want to miss. In fact, you can come back in the morning to see Mt. Fuji and Kanto.

6) Go to the Magic show bar

A magician performing. Photo by Fengyou Wan on Unsplash

A popular nightspot in Japan that never fails to impress tourists, the Magic Show Bar invites top magicians in Japan to perform in front of a massive crowd. Watch some mind-boggling illusions as you sip your favorite drink. You can visit the bar simply because of its style. The performances come as a bonus.

You can even win cash prizes of 1000 yen if you solve the magician’s trick. Not a bad way to get entertained and win some money, right? But, make sure you book your seats before visiting the bar.

Now that you have a list of the top six nightlife activities to do in Japan make sure you plan your itinerary that includes all of them. Don’t miss out because it will be an experience of a lifetime.

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