Royal Bar

One of Tokyo’s truly legendary boozers, the Palace Hotel’s Royal has produced numerous master barmen – including founder Kiyoshi Imai, aka 'Mr Martini' – during a history that reaches back to 1961. Recently renovated in a retro style that recounts its '60s glory years, the bar is currently lorded over by Manabu Ohtake, who was named Diageo World Class Bartender of the Year in 2011.