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Cigar Bars in Kyoto18 shops

Kyoto's cigar scene clusters in the downtown nightlife district on both sides of the Kamo River: 4 bars in Kawaramachi, 3 along the Kiyamachi bar alleys, 3 in Gion and 2 near Karasuma, all within a short walk of each other. Whether you want a quiet counter after a kaiseki dinner or a nightcap pairing a Cuban cigar with Japanese whisky, every lounge listed here either stocks its own humidor or welcomes you to smoke.

Night owls are covered — 8 of the 18 bars stay open past 1 a.m., several until 2–3 a.m. — and 4 spots open in the early or mid afternoon if you would rather smoke before dinner. First time? 4 bars are marked beginner-friendly, where the bartender helps you choose and cut your first cigar, and 10 are easy to visit solo. Most listed bars are in the moderate price range, with a couple of high-end salons for a special night.

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Bar with CigarsOn-site cigar smokingCigars sold hereBeginner-friendly

弥栄 ビル 3 階, 220-6 鍋屋町 中京区 京都市 京都府 604-8015 日本

Closed nowToday 19:00–03:00 next dayModerate

Cigars are sold by the stick, and you can choose from about five varieties to enjoy in the shop. This compact space has 5 counter seats and 1 table seat, with the atmosphere of a hidden retreat in a back alley. Reviews say that if you tell them your preferences, they may suggest a cocktail. With original cocktails themed around Kyoto, plus dried fruit, cheese, and fruit appetizers, it is a place where even first-time visitors can relax and enjoy a smoke without feeling self-conscious.

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Bar Indigo

Cigar Bar & ShopOn-site cigar smokingCigars sold hereGood for solo visits

京都府京都市東山区廿一軒町236 2F

Closed nowToday 17:00–02:00 next dayModerate

Cigars are sold here, and the selection is well stocked. You can light one and enjoy it right at your seat, so you can choose a cigar you like and spend a relaxed time pairing it with a fresh fruit cocktail or whiskey. There is no signature menu item; instead, you tell the bartender what mood you're in and they will make a drink for you. The dimly lit, solid counter atmosphere is appealing, and it is a good place for an evening when you want to quietly savor the aroma of cigars. The counter has 12 seats, and a private room is available for groups of six or more. It is a small space, so it is an easy place to enjoy a quiet drink alone as well.

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Bar Le Coq

Bar with CigarsOn-site cigar smoking

京都府京都市中京区尾張町210−3 第2ふじビル 1階

Closed nowToday 17:00–02:00 next dayModerate

They offer cigars, and you can enjoy cigars inside the shop. They have a wide selection of brandy, which you can savor slowly together with a cigar. The dim, calm atmosphere lets you spend time in a classic, refined bar setting. Visitors report that it is comfortable even for a brief stop, and they were flexible in accommodating warm non-alcoholic drinks.

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Bar Rocking chair

Bar with CigarsOn-site cigar smokingCigars sold hereBeginner-friendlyGood for solo visits

京都府京都市下京区御幸町通仏光寺下る橘町434-2

Closed nowToday 17:00–01:00 next dayModerate

Bar Rocking chair is a machiya cocktail bar serving cigars near Kyoto-kawaramachi Station in Kyoto. Tabelog places the bar 368 metres from Kyoto-kawaramachi Station. Google Maps showed it as operational on July 20, 2026, with phone 075-496-8679, regular hours of 5:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m., and Tuesday closed. The former official domain listed by Google and Tabelog returned a configuration error that day, so confirm same-day hours and reservations by phone or Google Maps. Google showed an overall rating of 4.4 from 874 ratings. Of the five text reviews currently displayed by Google, four positively discuss the fireplace, rocking chairs, cocktails, preference-based service or conversation. One negatively reports a long drink wait and an interaction while attempting to buy a cigar in the bar. The 874 Google ratings, five displayed reviews and zero Hamaki Suitai community reviews are separate counts. Tabelog showed a 3.89 score from 536 reviewers, a JPY 3,000–3,999 budget, reservations accepted, a JPY 880 cover including a small appetizer, 24 seats, major credit cards accepted, no electronic-money or QR payments, all-seat smoking and cigars permitted. Because Tabelog includes user-edited details, confirm current prices, seating, payment and smoking conditions directly. A historical WHISKY Magazine Japan feature describes the wooden machiya interior and courtyard, Kenji Tsubokura winning Japanese competition in 2015 and the world championship in 2016, and a cocktail called The Best Scene. This is historical editorial context and does not confirm current staff or availability. For cigars, Tabelog lists cigars as permitted, and a September 2025 Google review describes trying to buy a cigar inside. Two already preserved Google reviews from March and September 2025 also support on-site cigar use. Current brands, stock, prices, cutting or lighting service and bring-your-own rules remain unverified. Call before a cigar-focused visit.

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BAR Setsugekka + Salon

Bar with CigarsOn-site cigar smokingCigars sold hereGood for solo visits

京都府京都市中京区三条通富小路西入中之町20−20 SACRAビル

Closed nowToday 19:00–02:00 next dayHigh-end

A place where you can smoke cigars inside while valuing quiet time. It has a calm atmosphere, and the bartender’s unobtrusive manner is pleasant, making it a good choice when you want to take your time and enjoy a smoke. Its drinks are well regarded for options such as one made with seasonal fruit, and for a style that can be made heavier depending on your mood. With an authentic, adult-oriented atmosphere, it is also a good fit for those who want to spend time quietly alone.

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Cigar Bar IRORI Kyoto & M. SAWA

Cigar BarOn-site cigar smoking

京都府京都市下京区永原町148−1 アイカーサ柳馬場 1F&2F

Closed nowToday 13:00–02:00 next dayHigh-end

When you open the door, a diverse selection of cigars comes into view, and you can relax and enjoy cigars and pipes inside the shop. It has the atmosphere of a specialty store with attention to even the accessories, making it a place that cigar lovers can enjoy, as well as those who want to choose tools and accessories. A quiet, calm atmosphere, combined with a luxurious interior and sofa seating, makes it easy to spend time comfortably. There is also a wide selection of alcohol, and some say the prices are relatively reasonable. Visitors describe it as a hideaway where they can spend time at an unhurried pace.

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Cigar Bar SUI

Cigar BarOn-site cigar smokingGood for solo visits

京都府京都市東山区祇園町南側570−119 570−119 2F

Closed nowToday 18:00–01:00 next dayHigh-end

This cigar bar centers on Cuban cigars, and also carries Dominican and Nicaraguan cigars. While there are not many double ring cigars, the regular lineup is quite extensive, and outside cigars are accepted for a fee of 1,000 yen per cigar. Cigars can be enjoyed inside the shop, in a calm space where the smoke drifts gently. The drink selection is broad, ranging from wine and spirits to cocktails, and food can be brought up from the first floor, so you can also enjoy a light bite before or after a cigar. There are 6 counter seats, as well as table seating and a private room for 6 people, making it easy to use whether alone or in a group. The cover charge is 2,000 yen.

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EL PURO Cigar Salon

Bar with CigarsOn-site cigar smoking

京都府京都市東山区西御門町444

Closed nowToday 14:00–22:00High-end

There is a menu of cigars and drinks, and the selection of cigars is extensive. In reviews, some people said they enjoyed a Bolivar Royal Coronas with espresso, and it gives the impression of being a good place to relax with coffee or soft drinks. It has a quiet, comfortable atmosphere with pleasant music playing, and the first floor is a small space with two tables. A service charge is applied, and there is also a description that suggests it is open only on weekends.

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El Tesoro

Bar with CigarsOn-site cigar smokingGood for solo visits

京都府京都市東山区弁財天町 大和大路新橋上がる西側 大和ビル 1F

Closed nowToday 16:00–00:30 next dayModerate

A bar where you can enjoy cigars inside the shop. It is distinctive for offering cocktails as the main focus, along with handmade cakes and baked goods, allowing you to enjoy cigars and sweets together in a calm atmosphere while alternating between cigars, sweet treats, and drinks. Its attentive service, run by a married couple, is also well regarded, and it has an atmosphere that makes it easy to stay a long time while enjoying conversation. There are comments that people visited by reservation, and it is mentioned as a shop that is easy to use even alone.

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exclusive lounge Grand Cru

Bar with CigarsOn-site cigar smokingGood for solo visits

京都府京都市下京区燈籠町559−2 Ragusa東洞院高辻2階

Closed nowToday 17:00–00:00 next dayModerate

The major appeal of this shop is that you can enjoy cigars on-site, and cigars are also available. In a calm, quiet atmosphere, you can relax at a long wooden table or in comfortable seating and spend time slowly with drinks. It has a compact yet luxurious atmosphere, making it easy to use as a second stop after another place or for a night when you want to drink quietly by yourself. There are comments that you can enjoy board games, and cocktails can also be made to suit your preferences, so it is also a good place when you want to spend time chatting.

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Bar with CigarsOn-site cigar smokingGood for solo visits

京都府京都市中京区区間之町通姉小路上ル木之下町274−12 カームネス御池 2F

Closed nowToday 19:00–02:00 next dayModerate

The appeal of this place is that it can be used as a bar where you can smoke cigars, and you can relax and enjoy classic cocktails, beer, and wine amid subdued lighting and luxurious seating. It is also said to offer a wide selection of drinks and to be reasonably priced. In addition to its pleasant atmosphere, reviews also say the staff provide courteous service, making it an easy place to use whether you want to spend quiet time alone or gather with several people.

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Kingdom

Bar with CigarsOn-site cigar smoking

京都府京都市下京区筋屋町151

Closed nowToday 19:00–02:00 next dayModerate

In a calm, substantial space, you can enjoy drinks while leisurely smoking cigars. In addition to a counter-centered layout, the original cocktails and fruit cocktails are well regarded, and its appeal is that you can spend time with a drink whose aroma and taste are well balanced. It has around 8 counter seats as well as table seating, and the spacious layout makes it easy to linger. It stays open late, so it is also suitable for ending a trip or a date.

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La Cave

Bar with CigarsOn-site cigar smoking

京都府京都市北区平野八丁柳町1−1

Closed nowToday 19:00–00:00 next dayModerate

Its appeal is that you can slowly enjoy French and Italian wines while smoking a cigar. You can also have unusual wines by the glass, so it is a good choice for days when you want to choose a label and spend time pairing them one glass at a time. The atmosphere is calm and refined, yet warm as well. The food is easy to pair with wine, and it is a convenient place to use when you want to enjoy cigars and drinks in an adult-oriented space.

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Ten Haikumushitsu

Bar with CigarsOn-site cigar smokingCigars sold hereBeginner-friendlyGood for solo visits

京都府京都市上京区信富町299 1階

Closed nowToday 13:00–23:00High-end

The owner purchases cigars directly in Cuba, and stores a collection centered on Cuban cigars, including hard-to-find brands, in a humidor. You can enjoy cigars in a calm space, and the shop has a peaceful atmosphere with analog records playing inside. Non-alcoholic drinks are also available, so it is easy to spend time here even if you do not like alcohol. Reviews say that even first-time visitors receive careful answers to their questions from the owner and staff, who also guide them through the humidor. Some people say it is available from early morning, and others note that because it operates as a members-only establishment, it is a quiet place to focus on cigars. Please note that it may not be suitable for those bothered by cigar smoke.

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THE BAR Straight

Bar with CigarsOn-site cigar smoking

京都府京都市東山区廿一軒町236 5階

Closed nowToday 19:00–03:00 next dayModerate

The appeal here is custom-made cocktails tailored to your preferences, along with whiskey and cigars you can enjoy at a relaxed pace. It is suited to people who want to savor their time over a drink, including conversation, while puffing on a cigar. Its atmosphere as a bar is also well regarded, and you can enjoy drinks in a calm setting. Reviews mention people coming back to enjoy conversation with the master, and describe it as an authentic place you’d want to stop by even while traveling. I couldn’t find detailed information on reservations, seating capacity, or cover charges, but since they can choose drinks according to your mood, it is an easy place to use for a night when you want to spend time leisurely.

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Whisky & Cocktail BAR cordon noir KYOTO

Cigar BarOn-site cigar smokingBeginner-friendlyGood for solo visits

京都府京都市中京区石屋町121 松嶋屋ビル 3F

Closed nowToday 18:00–02:00 next dayModerate

This is a cigar bar where you can enjoy cigars inside the shop, and cigars are also available for purchase. You can enjoy them with cocktails and whisky in a relaxed atmosphere. The staff are polite and make it easy to consult them about drinks that suit your preferences, and you can also expect recommendations on brands. They also offer a wide selection of bottles and alcoholic drinks, and if you ask casually, they will help you choose, making it an easy place to visit alone. Because it has the atmosphere of a cigar bar, visitors who dislike smoke may want to come with that in mind.

FAQ

Which area of Kyoto is best for finding a cigar bar?▾

Most cigar bars sit in the downtown nightlife area: Kawaramachi (4 bars), the Kiyamachi bar alleys (3) and Gion (3) line both sides of the Kamo River, with 2 more near the Karasuma business district. If you are staying around Gion-Shijo or Kawaramachi Station, most of the city's cigar bars are within walking distance.

Do I need a reservation, or can I just walk in?▾

Most bars accept walk-ins when seats are open, and 10 of the listed bars are marked as easy for solo visits. Kyoto bars are often small counter spaces, so calling or messaging ahead helps on weekends — check each shop page for hours and contact details.

How late are cigar bars in Kyoto open?▾

8 of the 18 listed bars stay open past 1 a.m., and several around Kiyamachi and Gion serve until 2–3 a.m. Prefer daytime? 4 spots open in the early or mid afternoon, so you can enjoy a cigar before dinner.

I am a beginner — can I still enjoy a cigar bar in Kyoto?▾

Yes. 4 bars are marked beginner-friendly, where the bartender will suggest a cigar by strength and budget and cut and light it for you. Look for the Beginner-friendly tag in the list above.

Is there an age restriction for smoking cigars in Japan?▾

Yes. In Japan you must be 20 or older to smoke, and people under 20 are not allowed to enter smoking areas. This service is intended for adults aged 20 and over.

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Listed information may have changed — please check each shop's official sources for the latest opening hours.

Smoking under the age of 20 is prohibited by law in Japan.