BAR STINGER
Tenmonkandori, Kagoshima
Restaurant in Kagoshima, Japan
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Price
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown
Dress
Casual
Why go
At JPY 3,000-3,999, BAR STINGER is Kagoshima's only Tabelog 100 Bar selection, offering technically precise cocktails at a 12-seat counter. The intimate, counter-only format suits solo drinkers and pairs but limits group flexibility, smoking is allowed inside. Book ahead for weekend evenings; this is the city's clearest answer for serious cocktail focus.
About BAR STINGER
At JPY 3,000-3,999 per visit, BAR STINGER is a bar in Kagoshima with confirmed recognition in Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022. For visitors planning an evening stop, the basics are straightforward: it is listed in the bar category, has a casual dress code, operates late on most open nights.
Planning Your Visit
BAR STINGER works best as a bar rather than a general-purpose dining room. Specific seating, reservation conditions, house policies are not here, so guests should confirm practical details directly before visiting and avoid assuming it can handle every group format.
The venue is in Kagoshima, making it practical to consider alongside other dining in the city. hours are Monday through Thursday from 8 PM to 2 AM, Friday and Saturday from 8 PM to 3 AM, Sunday closed. Because hours can change, confirm the latest schedule before going.
What
Because specific house rules, payment details, menu items are not here, confirm practical policies directly before visiting. The grounded reasons to consider BAR STINGER are its Kagoshima location, late-night operating hours, JPY 3,000-3,999 price range, casual dress code, confirmed 2022 Tabelog 100 Bar recognition.
How It Fits into an Evening in Kagoshima
BAR STINGER stands out through its 2022 Tabelog 100 Bar selection. For visitors comparing options, it can be considered alongside other venues such as Karen Kagoshima ten, Torisen Ippo, Yakitori Kouun, Yakitori Senmyou, iL MONTE, or with other dining options generically, depending on the kind of evening planned.
The bar's confirmed Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022 recognition is its primary credential in the data. For a special occasion, it may be a fit if a bar stop in Kagoshima is what you want; for needs involving a fuller meal, larger-party logistics, or specific menu requirements, verify details in advance or compare with other dining options.
Planning details
- Location
- 7-13 Yamanokuchicho, Kagoshima, 892-0844, Japan
- Website
- instagram.com/barstinger/?hl=ja
- Phone
- +81 99-223-1984
Venue details
Ambiance
An intimate, grown-up bar with a calm, softly lit atmosphere, counter-focused seating, and a refined yet welcoming feel suited to solo drinkers or small groups.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Planning details
Location
7-13 Yamanokuchicho, Kagoshima, 892-0844, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- iL MONTE, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- Yakitori Kouun, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
- Torisen Ippo, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- Yakitori Senmyou, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 View spending breakdown
- Karen Kagoshima ten, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown
Restaurant context
BAR STINGER is the only Tabelog 100 Bar in Kagoshima, which makes comparison straightforward: for cocktail craft at this recognition level, there is no peer in the city. At JPY 3,000-3,999, it sits in the same price band as iL MONTE and Torisen Ippo, but those venues prioritize food over drinks and offer no cocktail specialization. For visitors choosing between a serious cocktail stop and a broader izakaya experience, Yakitori Kouun and Yakitori Senmyou both deliver strong sake and shochu programs with food in the JPY 5,000-5,999 range, both accommodate groups more comfortably than a 12-seat counter. Neither offers the technical cocktail focus that earned BAR STINGER its Tabelog recognition, but they provide better flexibility for parties of four or more and for guests who want food as the primary draw.
For higher-budget special occasions, Karen Kagoshima ten operates in the JPY 10,000-14,999 range with a kaiseki format and greater service polish, making it the better choice for celebrations where food and presentation matter more than cocktail depth. BAR STINGER is the value play for cocktail enthusiasts, technically strong, well-priced, the only Tabelog-recognized bar in the prefecture, but it demands comfort with counter seating, smoking, a conversational rather than menu-driven service style. For ease of booking, it is simpler to secure a seat here than at Tokyo's more competitive cocktail counters, though weekend evenings still require advance reservations.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tasting menu worth it at BAR STINGER?
A tasting-menu format is not for BAR STINGER. The confirmed information identifies it as a bar in Kagoshima with a JPY 3,000-3,999 price range and Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022 recognition.
What should I wear to BAR STINGER?
The dress code is casual. Guests can dress accordingly, while confirming directly with the venue if they have concerns about a specific occasion.
What should I order at BAR STINGER?
Specific menu items are not here. The confirmed information supports planning for a bar visit in Kagoshima, but guests should check directly with BAR STINGER for current offerings.
Is lunch or dinner better at BAR STINGER?
Plan BAR STINGER as an evening or late-night stop. hours are 8 PM-2 AM Monday through Thursday, 8 PM-3 AM Friday and Saturday, closed Sunday; no lunch hours.
Can BAR STINGER accommodate groups?
Specific seating, private-room, group-accommodation details are not here. Groups should contact the bar in advance before planning a visit.
Is BAR STINGER good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for a casual bar visit in Kagoshima, especially given its confirmed Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022 recognition. For a formal meal, specific seating needs, or detailed menu requirements, confirm directly before booking or compare with other dining options.
