Japanese Sake and Cocktail Bar in London
The essence of Japan tucked away in Whitehall; an intimate drinks destination offering a world-class sake programme.
Kioku Sake Bar is a Japanese bar in London, located in the Old War Office building in Whitehall, serving Japanese-inspired cocktails and world class Sake.
Endo San has invited Sake Samurai Natsuki Kikuya to create one of the largest bespoke Sake collections at Kioku Sake Bar, with over 100 types to choose from. Alongside our Sake section you will discover a host of Japanese-inspired cocktails created by the beverage team, making our bar the perfect place to enjoy a drink before heading up to the rooftop to dine with us, or host your private event.
The Kioku Sake Bar takes inspiration from Japanese listening bars, so the music sets the mood, and so can you. We invite you to pick the tracks you love while you savour every sip; our guest-curated playlists ensure that no night at Kioku Sake Bar is the same.
Despite this exclusive London bar’s central location amongst Whitehall, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden and Westminster, to step into Kioku Sake Bar is to be transported, and it is our pleasure to envelope you in elegance as you enjoy truly extraordinary drinks here at our Japanese bar with us.
May Sake Masterclass
Join us for our next Sake Masterclass featuring Saké de Bordeaux at Kioku Sake Bar on the 15th of May from 5pm-7pm.
This will be a unique opportunity to explore one of the most exciting new names in the global sake scene. Founded in November 2025 in the heart of Bordeaux, Saké de Bordeaux blends Japanese brewing tradition with French terroir — using local mineral water, organic Camargue rice, and carefully selected wine yeasts.
During the session, guests will be guided through distinct expressions from the producer, each paired with thoughtfully curated canapés designed to highlight the versatility and elegance of these sakes.
This intimate tasting offers a rare chance to experience a pioneering European kura and gain insight into the craft, innovation, and story behind each pour.
Notes on the Producer
Saké de Bordeaux (水の辺酒造), founded in November 2025 in Mios (Gironde), is led by toji Tomoo Oda, formerly of Takizawa Shuzo (Japan) and Wakaze (France). Using Arcachon mineral water, Camargue organic rice, and wine yeasts, it is one of seven sake breweries now operating in France.
