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Groovy

Bar

One of the Top rateds in Osaka


Address

1 Chome-6-12 Taishi, Nishinari Ward, Osaka, 557-0002, Japan

Website

www.musicbar-groovy.com

Contact

+81 80-1430-5057

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

5.00 (223 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 8 pm to 2 am
  • Thursday: 8 pm to 2 am
  • Friday: (The Emperor's Birthday), 8 pm to 2 am, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 8 pm to 2 am
  • Sunday: 8 pm to 2 am
  • Monday: 8 pm to 2 am

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: Osaka (28) music (24) great (24) drinks (14) owner (14) good (12) Wataru (10) vinyl (8) people (8) visit (8)
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  • 5/5 Selase D. 3 years ago on Google
    What else can a music lover ask for than listening to lovely vinyl records, sipping on delicious cocktails and having amazing conversation with great people?!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Drew C. 1 year ago on Google • 21 reviews
    What can I say? Might be the best bar I've ever been to. If you found this place via Google, Reddit or any other online place where people were discussing the best music bar for tourists in Japan, I can confirm that everything you've read is true. The music is excellent, the host, Wataru, is such an awesome guy, and the drinks are even better. I could've spent hours talking about music with him and listening to some great vinyl. I truly wish I lived in Osaka just so I could come back here every week! If you're in Osaka for even just a day, I highly recommend you visit Groovy, it's a one-of-a-kind place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joe G. 8 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    Best bar in Osaka! Great music and a great selection of cocktails- all very good value for money. The owner was extremely friendly and genuinely wants to make sure everyone in his bar has a good night. Would urge anyone in Osaka to visit!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ryan C. 4 years ago on Google
    Best bar I've been to in Osaka! Really chill place and owner speaks fluent English! Worth a trip if you're staying in Osaka.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Manh Duc N. 4 months ago on Google • 125 reviews
    The most unexpected and groovy place in Osaka. Great records, cheap drinks, owner speaks decent English and everyone talks to you.

  • 5/5 Benedict L. 9 months ago on Google
    Definitely one of the highlights of my trip to Japan. The vibes were great and Wataru's music and service were amazing. Loved everything about the place and will be back again for sure!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alan M. 1 year ago on Google
    This is THE PLACE to go to in Osaka for: great times, awesome music, new friends, good conversation. We came back to Wataru's bar multiple times on our trip to Osaka to start the night, end the night, for drinks in the middle, you name it! Wataru's music taste is unmatched; he really knows how to read the room! We meet other foreigners here as well as locals. The cocktails are great, good whiskey selection and the atmosphere and decorations are perfect. We'll be back for sure!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rachel D. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the best bars I've ever been to and definitely my favorite in Japan. Just overall a friendly and welcoming bar like no other. The drinks are good, music is great, and the company is incredible, Wataru is a great bartender and DJ and we look forward to coming back next time we are in Osaka.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Naomi B. 4 years ago on Google
    What an awesome bar! The owner Wataru was so friendly and welcoming. He played some great city pop records and drinks were good. Definitely worth a visit if you want entertaining conversation and a chill atmosphere.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Riku L. 4 years ago on Google
    An absolute gem of a bar! Great music, great drinks and great people. Wataru is a really cool dude and a great bartender who knows good music. He's an interesting guy and can give you excellent tips on records. Highly recommend, a must visit in Osaka if you're into music!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Charles D. 3 months ago on Google • 57 reviews New
    Popped in after exploring Dotonborri as this was near our hotel. Turned out to be our highlight of Osaka. Made to feel very welcome by the owner who was extremely friendly, he makes an excellent cocktail and ordered in takoyaki for us! Mind blowing collection of vinyl, excellent speakers and good chat about music, even putting on our favourite songs. We were introduced to others at the bar and had great conversation with people from all over the world. Go visit!!!

  • 5/5 Roman K. 2 months ago on Google • 45 reviews New
    Great bar with great atmosphere. You may meet interesting people there. The host is nice, the design is cool and music selection was great.

  • 5/5 Jing Yuan L. 5 months ago on Google • 14 reviews
    Gotta be my favourite bar in Osaka! Cocktails are fantastic and extreme value for money. Wataru is super cool as well, introducing everyone to each other so that the vibes are chill. His vinyl music selection is great and song requests are welcome! Spent under 5000 yen for 6 drinks. Will definitely return when I'm in Osaka!

  • 5/5 Melania N. 6 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    This bar was a great experience. Super atmosphere, decoration, great cocktails for reasonable prices. The owner is super nice and gives you every advice you need for finding your best drink :). Best night in Osaka we had!

  • 5/5 Jenna B. 8 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Music Bar Groovy is definitely my favorite bar in Osaka! Awesome music selection on vinyl and really great cocktails made by the owner of the bar. He was super cool and fun to talk to as well! I would definitely recommend coming to Music Bar Groovy!

  • 5/5 Tristan M. 11 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Had a phenomenal time at this bar while I was in Osaka. It was filled with great people and fantastic music. The owner has a great ear for music and has a lot of vinyls to choose from. Would highly recommend going to this place and chatting him up.

  • 5/5 James B. 5 years ago on Google
    Music what will lead and bind you here. Lovely atmosphere, a true local pub with an international spread on it!

  • 5/5 Daniel B. 1 year ago on Google
    Super cool bar! Owner is very welcoming and awesome to hang out with 😎

  • 5/5 Brice De La C. 1 year ago on Google
    Friendly people great music awesome owner what do you want more… Just go

  • 5/5 Denise O. 4 years ago on Google
    Very cool place! Wataru (owner & bartender) was also very friendly & accommodating. Will definitely go back to this place

  • 5/5 75mariavarela 10 months ago on Google
    Awesome place. Great music, drinks, and decor. Try the groovy cocktail...delicious sugnature drink! Clientele is comprised of locals, expats, and travelers...friendly and fun way to wile away an evening.

  • 5/5 David M. 11 months ago on Google
    Awesome record collection and exquisite taste of the barman. Great drinks.

  • 5/5 Natya R. 1 year ago on Google
    Best spot in Osaka to grab a drink and chill. Amazing vibe with tons of vinyl records, whiskey, and vintage posters. Wataru made our visit so so special, can’t wait to come back and visit!

  • 5/5 Kathrin S. 6 years ago on Google
    Nice little bar with a lovely owner!! If this bar was at home, i wouldn't go anywhere else anymore :)

  • 5/5 Azahara T. 4 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere lead by the owner and a couple of regular costumers that made us feel like if we, too, had been going there for a long time. Wide selection of records both japanese and international. We came out with a good list of bands to listen to! Enjoyed our local whiskey and beer.

  • 5/5 Martin 10 months ago on Google
    Nice bar with good music and tasty drinks. Wataru’s cool and knows his stuff. Maybe we’ll come back before we leave Osaka!

  • 5/5 Diana D. 1 year ago on Google
    So much fun! Great music, drinks and energy. The owner-bartender-entertainer is a lovely gentleman and an absolute delight. Definitely add to your bucket list if you're in Osaka.

  • 5/5 Moritz D. 1 year ago on Google
    I never reviewed any place in my life but now I feel like it‘s my duty to do so. This Bar does not only have a great interior but the greatest owner I have ever met. Wataru and his place makes you feel like home, even if you‘re 9000km away from your real home. I‘m not even a week here in Osaka and I already feel like I have found a place where you get accepted for who you are. The drinks and the stories along them are a combination you don‘t want to miss. I‘m already sad to think, that I have to leave this place behind because it really made my first stay in Osaka and my first stay in Japan in general, an incredible experience. I‘m looking forward to the next 2 Weeks I can go to this Bar. I would give 6 Stars if I could! Amazing Place!

  • 5/5 VIXTA 1 year ago on Google
    Superb wide selection of music played via vinyl. A very diverse cultural experience which is a rare find in Osaka and to a point where locals are somewhat compelled to learn some English. Very reasonable priced drinks. A must include in your itinerary to Osaka. A truly unique and a rare find.

  • 5/5 Thomas L. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely lovely evening spent with the boss and the crowd. Will come again when I visit Osaka. Top notch taste of music and decor!

  • 5/5 Henry G. 4 years ago on Google
    Perfect place to go in Osaka for some good drinks and funky tunes. Easy to meet other people at the bar and Wataru is an excellent bar tender/DJ. Ended up going back multiple times during my short stay in Osaka. Don’t miss it.

  • 5/5 kfk f. 4 months ago on Google • 1 review
    The owner is really nice. Played some great songs on vinyl and kept a good atmosphere with guests. Recommend to anyone who visits Osaka, I will for sure be returning.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Cash only
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Outside food allowed
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✗ Takeaway

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