"Bourbon Road” - A Mecca for Retro, Folksy Drinkers, Just a Short Trip from Haneda Airport.

• Table of Contents
• What is Bourbon Road?
• How to Get There
• Features
• Conclusion

Ota City, home to Haneda Airport, has many fascinating places to visit.

In this article, we'll introduce some of the best spots that are just a short train ride away from the airport.

Commonly known as “Bourbon Road,” this charming area is right outside JR Kamata Station. It's a 15-minute walk from Keikyu Kamata Station, where the Keikyu Airport Line from Haneda Airport stops.

Known as a “sacred place” for drinkers, this small but beloved drinking area is a favorite among locals.

When traveling between Haneda Airport and Shinagawa Station, Kamata is often overlooked, but skipping such a unique spot would be a missed opportunity.

After reading this article, be sure to visit Bourbon Road!

What is Bourbon Road?

Bourbon Road is a small street located along the west exit of JR Kamata Station in Ota City, Tokyo, where about 60 taverns line up side by side.

The name is said to have been chosen rather spontaneously by the bar owners at the time, with a glass of bourbon in hand.

At the beginning of the year, the street hosts the “New Year Kagamibiraki” event, where sake is served and night stalls are set up at each store. In the summer, the “Draft Beer Festival” and other events take place, adding to the lively atmosphere.

How to Get There

Directions from Haneda Airport to Bourbon Road

By Keikyu Bus
Haneda Airport Terminal 1, 2, or 3
 ↓
 Kamata Station (bus stop)
 ↓
Bourbon Road
*It is about a 7-minute walk from Kamata Station (bus stop).  

Travel time: approx. 40 min.

By Tokyo Monorail
Haneda Airport Terminal 1, 2, or 3 Station
 ↓
Hamamatsucho Station
 ↓
JR Kamata Station
 ↓
Bourbon Road
*It is about a 3-minute walk from JR Kamata Station West Exit.  

Travel time: approx. 50 min.

By Keikyu Airport Line
Haneda Airport Terminal 1, 2, or 3 Station
 ↓
Keikyu-Kamata Station
 ↓
Bourbon Road

*It is about a 15-minute walk from Keikyu Kamata Station to Bourbon Road.

Travel time: approx. 50 min.

Features

Bourbon Road is a narrow street lined with about 60 izakayas, bustling with locals.

Most of the stores open around 5:00 p.m., but several izakayas open during the day, making it a true mecca for drinkers who want to start early.

As you walk down the street, the delicious aroma of grilled chicken and fish fills the air. These tempting smells might just lure you into one of the stores before you know it.

Each store has friendly and unique owners and staff waiting to welcome you.

On the north side of Bourbon Road, there are two shopping streets, Sun Road and Sunrise, filled with stores, restaurants, and other businesses that attract many visitors.

We hope you will find your favorite spot here.

Bourbon Road

Sun Road

Sunrise

Conclusion

There are such charming drinking streets in Ota City.

Take a stroll through this town with its retro, folksy atmosphere and unique stores. You will surely find your favorite restaurant.

If you enjoy drinking or have some time while in transit for a flight, please visit the “Bourbon Road” district near JR Kamata Station.

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