01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
When dusk settles and the neighborhood streets quiet down, toco.Bar in Taito Ward's Shitaya district makes an inviting spot for a drink. Housed within a guesthouse, this calm, low-key bar naturally brings travelers and neighborhood regulars together in unhurried conversation.
A great place to begin is with the original craft beers brewed on site in small batches by Beer Vista Brewery. Offerings range from light and fruity styles to punchy, hop-forward pours, making it easy to match whatever you are in the mood for. For something familiar or blended, classic Kirin Heartland and beer cocktails like the Shandy Gaff round out an easy first round.
Japanese beverages are just as thoroughly represented. The Sake Tasting Set lets you sample 3 seasonal varieties back to back, ideal for getting a feel for regional styles. Alongside local labels such as Shimane's Izumo Gassan, the bar pours Japanese whiskies including Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita, as well as refreshing tea-infused shochu cocktails like matcha high and hojicha high.
To go with your drinks, the kitchen keeps things casual with snacks like mixed nuts, salmon jerky, and tortilla chips with salsa. If you are after something more substantial, comfort dishes like the seasonal Japanese curry and omelet with rice comfortably satisfy an evening appetite.
Table service is provided inside, and payments are accepted via major credit cards, transit IC cards, and PayPay. It is an easygoing destination to slip into for an hour or two, savoring a quiet drink at your own pace.
