Musashi

Tell the master what kind of shochu you feel like drinking and ask for a recommendation, or pick out an intriguing bottle from the shelves. At Musashi, choosing what to drink is part of the evening. One visitor wrote that the master recommended a shochu to match their preferences. Sake is also available; although the selection of Kansai labels is limited, another visitor said they found a sake they had not tried before. Whether you have a regular favourite or would like advice on your next glass, you can leave the choice to the master.

For a savoury bite, the menu lists cream cheese topped with shuto. It sounds like a good choice to savour a little at a time alongside sake. The listing also mentions Lucky Yebisu for anyone who would rather start with a beer. One visitor left the food choices to the master and asked for dishes to go with their drinks, so there may be pleasure in asking for a recommendation rather than settling on a specific item in advance.

One visitor described the atmosphere as a calm place to drink away from the bustle of Tsuruhashi, and said they enjoyed it both alone and with others. This bar suits an evening spent choosing a drink at the counter, as well as a slower one that includes a meal.