Arcade & Games · Shinjuku-sanchome
8bit Cafe 8bit cafe (エイトビット カフェ)
Small retro video-game bar in Shinjuku-sanchome where you drink game-themed cocktails and play Famicom, Super Famicom and N64 classics.
Hours19:00-00:00
ClosedTuesdays
PriceTable charge: ¥500
Getting thereShinjuku-sanchome Station (Tokyo Metro / Toei), 3 min walk
Time needed1-2 hours
Best timeWeekday evenings
Address新宿Qビル 5F, 3-8-9 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022
Website8bitcafe.tokyo
About
8bit Cafe is a fifth-floor bar filled with 1980s-90s game consoles, figures and memorabilia. Guests can play the consoles while sipping cocktails named after game characters. It has been running since 2010 and is popular with both locals and visitors who grew up on Nintendo and Sega.
Highlights
- Playable Famicom, Super Famicom and N64
- Game-themed cocktails
- Retro gaming memorabilia
- Friendly, small bar atmosphere
Tips
- Evening only; check social media for opening days
- Cover charge of about 500 yen plus drinks
- Seating is limited, so arrive early on weekends
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