LUNE Journal
Honest guides to Tokyo nightlife — written for foreigners, by people who actually live here.
Is Roppongi Expensive? Night-Out Costs by Venue Type
Is Roppongi expensive? It depends entirely on the venue. Here's what a night out actually costs by type — izakaya to private lounge — and how to keep the bill predictable.
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Types of Bars in Japan: A Guide to Tokyo Nightlife
Izakaya, tachinomi, snack, girls bar, kyabakura, host club, lounge — every Japanese nightlife venue type explained, and which one fits a foreign visitor.
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Izakaya, Snack Bar, or Lounge? Where to Drink in Roppongi
Izakaya, standing bar, snack, kyabakura, or private lounge? An honest guide to where foreigners should actually drink in Roppongi — and when to skip the lounge.
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Is Roppongi Safe at Night? Spotting Scam Bars (Bottakuri)
Roppongi is safe to walk — the risk is a few "bottakuri" scam bars. How the rip-off works, five rules to dodge it, and why an all-inclusive lounge is the safe bet.
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Do You Need Japanese at a Tokyo Lounge? Language Guide
Most Tokyo lounges assume you speak Japanese. Here's what actually happens when you don't — and how LUNE's bilingual approach changes the equation entirely.
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Tokyo Lounge Etiquette: Unwritten Rules Foreign Visitors Should Know
Tipping, phone use, physical boundaries, drinking pace — the unwritten rules no one tells foreign visitors before their first Tokyo lounge evening.
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What to Wear to a Tokyo Lounge: Dress Code Guide
Japanese nightlife dress codes don't follow Western rules. Here's the honest breakdown by venue type — from Ginza kyabakura (suit required) to private Roppongi lounges (sneakers are fine).
Read moreTokyo Nightlife for Couples: Private Lounge Guide
Most Tokyo nightlife guides ignore couples entirely. Here's what actually works — private suites, per-person pricing, districts worth visiting, and how to plan an evening for two at a Roppongi lounge.
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Tokyo Nightlife in Tsuyu: A Rainy Season Guide for Roppongi
Japan's rainy season (tsuyu) starts mid-June. Here's what nightlife in Tokyo actually feels like through the wet weeks — and how to plan a Roppongi evening that doesn't depend on the forecast.
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Shimei (指名) Explained: Tokyo Lounge Host Nomination
What 指名 (shimei) actually means at a Tokyo lounge: who it's for, how it differs from a kyabakura, when it makes sense, and why most LUNE guests skip it on a first visit.
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How Much Does a Roppongi Lounge Cost? Transparent Guide
Tokyo nightlife is famous for surprise bills. At LUNE, the base is one number — ¥18,000 / 60 min, all-inclusive — and the few optional extras are clearly priced before you order. Here is exactly what that buys, and what it does not.
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Private Karaoke Suites in Roppongi — LUNE Lounge
Most Tokyo karaoke rooms have no company; most lounges have no karaoke. LUNE is the rare overlap — a private Roppongi suite with karaoke built in and ¥18,000/60min all-inclusive.
Read moreFirst Time at a Japanese Lounge: What to Expect
From walking in to paying the bill — a step-by-step look at the unspoken rules, common surprises, and what makes a great visit.
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What Is a Kyabakura? Lounge vs Kyabakura, Explained
What "kyabakura" actually means, how a Tokyo lounge is different, and which one matches the night you're planning — pricing, dress code, vibe all explained.
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Roppongi vs Shinjuku vs Shibuya for Tokyo Nightlife
Three districts, three completely different vibes. Where to go for what — and which one is right for the night you're planning.
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