Bampire at Go Shinjuku
Location: 1 Chome-2-8 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan
Omoide Yokocho Memory Lane
Bampire (Banpaiya) is a standing-drink izakaya in Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho, serving cheap drinks and simple bar food in a convivial post-war atmosphere.
Bampire (Banpaiya) is a standing-drink izakaya in Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho, serving cheap drinks and simple bar food in a convivial post-war atmosphere.
Bampire (Banpaiya) is a standing-drink izakaya in the heart of Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho, the narrow alley of tiny bars and eateries beside Shinjuku Station's west exit. Occupying both the 1st and 2nd floors of a small building in the yokocho, Bampire embodies the spirit of the post-war drinking culture that defines this area, with cramped counter seating, smoke-stained walls, and an atmosphere of unpretentious conviviality. The name is a Japanese rendering of "vampire," though the only thing being drained here is your glass.The menu offers straightforward izakaya fare: yakitori, edamame, fried snacks, and simple prepared dishes that pair with the cheap beer, shochu, and sake that form the backbone of the drinks list. Prices are low by Shinjuku standards, which is part of the yokocho's enduring appeal for locals and adventurous tourists alike. The standing format encourages a fast turnover and easy conversation with neighbours, and the late opening hours make it a natural stop on a Shinjuku bar crawl.
Bampire is open from 9:00 or 10:00 through to the early hours, aligning with the yokocho's general operating pattern, and it operates on most days without a fixed closing day. It is a two-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station's west exit. Cash payment is standard for yokocho establishments, and visitors should expect to order at least one food item when drinking, which is customary etiquette in these small bars. The experience is about atmosphere as much as the food or drink itself.
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Carina G.
fantastic! super friendly staff and amazing food for a very reasonable price. make sure to try the whale sashimi, nikotama, mushroom tempura and chinese dumpling
Mati
Amazing Oden!!!
アカツキ
A standing izakaya located in Omoide Yokocho, Shinjuku. It's active from the morning, even on weekdays. …
Therz
I went with a friend and apart from some outside seating it's all standing inside, an English menu is available and you simply write down your table number, number of the item you want to order and the quantity on a piece of paper provided. …
ぽれもん
I often frequent Banpaiya in Amagasaki. I stopped by on a whim when I was staying in Shinjuku for a live show. I visited in the morning, but they're open from 7 AM, which made me realize how high-level (or perhaps just how high-end?) …
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Japanese Restaurant Exterior with Lanterns
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Sashimi with Soy Sauce and Wasabi
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Beer Glass with Condiments in Background
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Fried Fish with Shredded Daikon
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Pasta Salad Bowl
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Pickled Olives with Salt
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Fried Vegetable Dish
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Hoppy Beer Bottle and Glass
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Japanese Restaurant Kitchen Interior
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Cured Meat and Tofu Bowl with Green Onion Garnish
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Sashimi Platter with Ginger and Wasabi
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Ramen Bowl with Egg and Scallions
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Sashimi Platter with Soy Sauce and Wasabi
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Dining Table with Beer and Condiments
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Sashimi and Beer
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White Horse Beer Mug with Lemon Slice
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Omelette Dish
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Omelette with Baked Tofu
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Fried Chicken with Cabbage and Sauce
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White Horse Beer Glass
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Food on table with menu board in background
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Bowl of pickled items on wooden table
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Fried Almonds on a Blue and White Plate
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Tempura Shrimp on a Plate
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Grilled Almonds with Ginger Paste
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Egg Salad Bowl
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Beer Mug with Lemon and Ice
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Lager Beer Glasses with Lemon Slices
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Omelette Dish
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Beer and Tofu Dish
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Egg Salad Bowl with Cabbage
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Fried Snacks on Blue and White Plate
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Dumplings on a Plate
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Fried Dough Snacks on a Bowl
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Japanese Food Table Setting
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Fried Food on a Plate
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Sausage and Beer Meal
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Dish with ingredients in broth
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Dumplings on a plate with ginger
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Fried Fish on Metal Plate
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Japanese Restaurant Interior
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Noodle Dish with Ground Meat Topping
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Bowl of Japanese-style soup with tofu and vegetables
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Grilled Eggplant with Minced Garlic
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Fried Fish Dish
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Bowl of Chicken Rice with Tofu and Seasoning
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Iced Drink with Condensation
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Japanese Meal Spread
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Fried Chicken with Shredded Cabbage and Mayonnaise
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Bottles and Glass on Table
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Japanese Restaurant Table Setting
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Asahi Black Beer Bottle
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Fried Fish with Cabbage Slaw
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Dining Table with Japanese Food
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Tempura Bowl with Eggplant and Ice Cream
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Fried Cutlet with Sauce and Mustard
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Karaage with lemon wedge and drink
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Spicy Noodles with Minced Meat and Scallions
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Beer Menu with Glass Mug
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