Kohaku The Bar | Park Hyatt Kyoto
KOHAKU
Where ritual and craft meet cocktails and spirits.
Kohaku is an intimate and refined bar adjacent to Yasaka. Offering dramatic views of Yasaka Pagoda through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, Kohaku creates a warm yet classic atmosphere with its dark woods and leather textures. Collaborative partnerships with select, Kyoto-based artisans of whiskey, sake, and gin enable Kohaku to offer guests a curated collection of rare spirits and craft products.
Details
Hours
4 pm (Open)
11 pm (Last Order of Food)
11:30 pm (Last Entry / Last Order of Beverages)
12 am (Close)
Dress Code
Sleeveless athletic tops and tank tops are discouraged. Dress shorts are welcome; however, we kindly ask that sportswear be avoided. Closed-toe shoes are requested (Flip Flop and beach sandal are discouraged).
Policy
Access to Kohaku is not authorized by law for guests under the age of 20.
Guests under the age of 20 may not enter even if accompanied by a parent or adult guardian.
Cover Charge
A cover charge of 2,750 JPY (inclusive of tax) per person is applied (Staying guests are exempt).
Menu
From Bar KOHAKU, you can enjoy breathtaking views of Yasaka Pagoda and the city of Kyoto. Indulge in expertly crafted cocktails and drinks served by skilled bartenders, all while taking in the dramatic sunset and the panoramic cityscape of Kyoto below.
Chief Bartender Akiko Nakamura
A part-time job during university introduced her to the depth and artistry of cocktails, sparking her passion for bartending. She began her career at the "Hotel Fujita Kyoto" and later honed her craft at the main bar, "Moonshiner", in the "Kyoto Brighton Hotel". After joining as part of the opening team at "ONE SHOT BAR The Door," Horikawa location, she moved on to the sister establishment, "WINE & SHOT BAR The Door," where she served as Head Bartender. In 2013, she was selected as a Top 10 finalist in the Diageo World Class Japan Final. Two years later, she achieved first place in the Chivas MIZUNARA Masters Cocktail Competition.
In 2019, she joined Park Hyatt Kyoto, where she now works as Chief Bartender at Bar Kohaku, creating cocktails that captivate both domestic and international guests. She is also frequently invited as a guest bartender by hotels throughout Japan, sharing her cocktail expertise nationwide.
Awards
- 2013: Diageo World Class Japan Final – Top 10 Finalist
- 2015: Chivas MIZUNARA Masters Cocktail Competition – Winner
- 2016: MHD Moët Hennessy Diageo Hennessy X.O Cocktail Competition – Special Award
- 2017: Bacardi Legacy Cocktail Competition Japan – Top 20
Bar Craft in Kyoto
One-Night Guest Shift at Bar Kohaku - Welcoming Michito Kaneko, Owner Bartender of LAMP BAR, Nara
We are pleased to welcome Michito Kaneko, the award‑winning owner bartender of the famous “LAMP BAR” in Nara, for a one‑night‑only guest shift event. He is one of Japan’s leading bartenders and was named “BARTENDER OF THE YEAR” at the global competition WORLD CLASS 2015. Please enjoy his special cocktails created exclusively for this occasion.
Cocktails :
- Lamp Negroni
- Chocolat Chaud
- Amber Time
- Clear Penicillin
- Non-Alcoholic Moscow mule
Event Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Time: 5 pm - 10 pm (Close 12 am)
Price:
Cocktails JPY 3,080 each (tax included, 15% service charge not included)
Mocktail JPY2,750 (tax included, 15% service charge not included)
*The collaboration cocktails served at the event will also be available for one week starting the following week.
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■Breakfast: 7 am - 10:30 am (Last Order)
■Lunch: 11:30 am - 3:30 pm (Last Order)
■Dinner: 5 pm - 8 pm (Last Order)
TEL: +81-75-531-1234
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9 pm (Last Order)
10 pm (Close)
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■ Dessert: 12 pm - 7 pm
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*To help maintain a fine-dining ambience for all our guests, please refrain children under 12 years to Dinner.
TEL: +81-75-531-1234