Donfan

Donfan jazz club, located near Otsuka station in Tokyo, Japan
Jazz quartet with pianist Harumi Nomoto at Donfan in 2009
Jazz quartet with pianist Harumi Nomoto at Donfan in 2009

Donfan (Don Juan) is a relaxing and casual jazz bar with a family feel and neighborhood friendliness. Small dishes are served and the usual assortment of beer and liquor is available. Shows usually start a little later than normal (8:30 pm) and may last until late at night.

The musicians are top-notch and depending on the performers you may be amazed at the high quality and professionalism of the musicianship. The main owner and bartender, Shinobu-san, is ever friendly and may sit with customers between sets and chat happily about anything. A feeling of fun and anything-can-happen spontaneity abounds here. Holidays are festive, and Halloween is also a fun time to visit—simple costumes, hats, and masks, may be provided to the band and audience members to enliven the atmosphere.


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