Drink

Nara Izumi Yūsai

なら泉勇斎

A small sake bar/liquor store where you can stand at the counter and join the Japanese businessmen coming in for after-work drinks. English menu available.

Address: 22 Nishiterabayashichō
Price: Tastings from ¥200
Website: naraizumi.jp (opens in a new tab)

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