WunderBar Ars

Step inside, take a seat, and your gaze is immediately drawn to the floor-to-ceiling bookshelves lining the walls. Located in a commercial building near JR Koiwa Station, WunderBar Ars feels like an intimate private study, densely stocked with volumes on world history, costume, and the visual arts. Among the eclectic bottles on the shelves, the bar's deep collection of absinthes and herbal liqueurs stands out most of all.

Approachable Tastings for the Curious and Connoisseurs Alike

While absinthe carries a reputation for bold intensity, the bar offers half-shot tastings that allow you to compare varied profiles sip by sip. For those unfamiliar with the spirit, the bartender prepares it in an approachable style, making it easy to order an initial glass with guidance. There are also refined cocktails such as the Sazerac, marrying absinthe with cognac or bourbon for a spirited, balanced drink.

Spirited Lore and Quiet Evenings Over Tea

Run by a former world history teacher, the bar invites quiet conversation about the cultural origins of different spirits and the storied past of absinthe. For those choosing not to drink alcohol, the menu provides a thoughtful selection of black teas, Chinese teas, and herbal infusions. Leaf through a book, sip your glass in peace, or simply spend an evening in contemplation at your own pace.