Bars & Nightlife · Shinjuku

La Jetée ラジェッテ

Cult cinephile bar in Golden Gai named after Chris Marker's film, run by Tomoyo Kawai for over four decades and frequented by directors from Wim Wenders to Quentin Tarantino.

About

Up a steep staircase in Golden Gai's 3-bangai, La Jetée has eight seats, walls covered in film posters and signed memorabilia, and a long history as a gathering place for international filmmakers visiting Tokyo, including Chris Marker himself, Wim Wenders and Sofia Coppola. Kawai-san speaks French and English and is a gracious host to anyone who loves cinema. It is not a cocktail destination: come for a whisky or shochu and conversation about film.

Highlights

• Named after Chris Marker's 1962 film
• Eight seats, walls of film memorabilia
• Hangout of famous directors for decades
• Host speaks French and English

Tips

• Closed Sundays
• Cash only, with a cover charge
• Small and conversational: go solo or as a pair
• Second floor: look for the sign on 3-bangai

Open in Google Maps · Info checked 2026-10-09

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