Aoba Oden-gai | Location, atmosphere and visiting tips

Basics

Location: Shizuoka, Shizuoka
Type: Yokocho (bar alleys)
Address: 静岡県静岡市葵区常磐町

Good to know before you go

Rooted in postwar yatai culture and keeping a Showa atmosphere
Shizuoka oden in dark broth, eaten with dashi powder and green laver

The position is approximate.

You must be 20 or over to drink in Japan. If you are driving, you cannot taste. Opening days, fees and booking details may change. Check the official site for the latest information before you visit.

Breweries and distilleries nearby

Beer

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Shizuoka Brewing HITOYADO TAPROOM

Shizuoka, Shizuoka

Shizuoka Brewing HITOYADO TAPROOM is a craft brewery in Shizuoka. It runs a taproom where its freshly brewed beer is served.

Booking: Check the official site

Beer

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AOI BREWING (BEER GARAGE)

Shizuoka, Shizuoka

AOI BREWING (BEER GARAGE) is a craft brewery in Shizuoka. It is a brewpub with an on-site brewery, serving its own beer.

Booking: Check the official site

Beer

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West Coast Brewing Mochimune Brewery

Shizuoka, Shizuoka

A craft brewery in Mochimune, Shizuoka. It runs Saturday and Sunday brewery tours that include beer.

Booking: Reservation required

Beer

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GARCIA BREWING (Miho no Matsubara Sales Office)

Shizuoka, Shizuoka

GARCIA BREWING (Miho no Matsubara Sales Office) is a craft brewery in Shizuoka. It runs a taproom where its freshly brewed beer is served.

Booking: Check the official site

Whisky

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Shizuoka Distillery

Aoi-ku, Shizuoka, Shizuoka

A craft whisky distillery in Shizuoka known for wood-fired stills. About 60 minutes of touring, then up to 60 minutes in the tasting room (tasting is paid).

Booking: Reservation required

Photos

An alley of Aoba Oden Street — Aoba Oden-gai (Shizuoka)
Photo: Akahito Yamabe / CC BY-SA 4.0 ・ Photo source ・ Resized and cropped

Frequently asked questions

What is Aoba Oden-gai?

Aoba Oden-gai (Shizuoka, Shizuoka) is a Yokocho (bar alleys). A small drinking street near Shin-Shizuoka Station with about 20 bars on either side, known for Shizuoka oden.

Where is Aoba Oden-gai?

It is in Shizuoka, Shizuoka. The address is 静岡県静岡市葵区常磐町.

What should I know before visiting Aoba Oden-gai?

Rooted in postwar yatai culture and keeping a Showa atmosphere Shizuoka oden in dark broth, eaten with dashi powder and green laver

Are there breweries or distilleries to visit near Aoba Oden-gai?

Within about 30 km: Shizuoka Brewing HITOYADO TAPROOM (about 1 km), AOI BREWING (BEER GARAGE) (about 1 km), West Coast Brewing Mochimune Brewery (about 5 km), GARCIA BREWING (Miho no Matsubara Sales Office) (about 13 km), Shizuoka Distillery (about 16 km).

What should I keep in mind before drinking?

The legal drinking age in Japan is 20. Do not drink if you are driving. Many small bars charge a seat fee (otoshi or charge) or take cash only, so check the menu or the sign at the door before you go in.

Information sources

From an article or booking site and not confirmed with the facility. Please check the official site for the latest details before you go.

Checked 2026-10-27

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