If you are under 20, please refrain from entering.
Meidaimae is a student town where the Keio and Inokashira lines cross, dotted with casual nightlife spots like izakayas, snack bars, and girls bars.
Meidaimae at night blends the lively energy of a student town with a mature, local atmosphere. Around the small intersection in front of the station, neon signs softly supplement the streetlights.
Meidaimae, where the Keio and Inokashira lines cross, offers easy access to Shibuya and Shinjuku, attracting a wide range of people from students to working adults. The area around the station is compact and easy to explore on foot.
The nightlife hub is in the backstreets a few minutes from the station. Izakayas and snack bars are densely packed, with some girls bars and concept cafes mixed in. High-end kyabakura or host clubs are rare; most places are casual and easy to enter.
Prices are reasonable: snack bars cost around 3,000–5,000 yen including cover charge, while girls bars and concept cafes are similar or slightly cheaper. It's a budget-friendly area for students.
Access is excellent: about 10 minutes from Shinjuku on the Keio Line, and about 5 minutes from Shibuya on the Inokashira Line. Last trains run late, making it convenient for a second round.
Friday or Saturday night is the best time to visit. It gets busy with students but never too crowded. Snack bars tend to have regulars, so it's safer to start at a girls bar or izakaya if you're new.
Meidaimae is generally fine for a night out. The main risk is bottakuri, a padded bill at the end. Stick to venues that post their prices, skip street touts steering you into ‘free’ bars, and confirm the set fee plus any nomination or bottle charges before you order.
Payment methods vary by venue. Check the listing and confirm with the venue before booking.
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