DJ Bar Bridge Shibuya

A Pioneer That Sparked a Wave of DJ Bars in Shibuya

Located on the 10th floor of a building that overlooks the iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing, “DJ Bar Bridge Shibuya” is one of the city’s most iconic DJ bars. The operating company, “Global Hearts,” runs several clubs and restaurants, including others in the Shibuya area. When the venue opened in 2014, DJ bars were still relatively rare, which is why they deliberately chose that format at the time. According to manager Masaaki Ariizumi, who has led the bar since its inception, the team has focused on building trust with DJs and creating a place that regulars would grow to love.

“We’ve always aimed to be a ‘third place’ for our guests—that is, a space that’s neither home nor work. It’s somewhere you can drop by anytime and be welcomed by familiar staff and regulars, find inspiration through music, and truly relax. That’s why we didn’t go with one-off parties featuring big-name DJs. Instead, we established a system of resident DJs assigned to each day of the week. This way, people know they can come to Bridge and always find great music and familiar faces. That helped us build trust between the venue, the DJs, and our guests. Over time, that approach has fostered a strong community of regulars. Many people stop by just for a quick drink before the last train. If our bar can become part of someone’s daily rhythm—even in a small way—that’s the best outcome we could ask for.”

A Decade of Curating the Bridge Style with Legendary DJs

Back in 2014, DJ bars weren’t as common as they are now. But following the launch of Bridge, more unique DJ bars popped up around Shibuya. What sets Bridge apart is its impressive lineup of resident DJs, including veterans like DJ NORI, EMMA, Hiroshi Kawanabe, and Takeshi Kubota—all of whom remain active at the top of the scene.

“We wanted to create a space where grown-up music fans could truly enjoy themselves, so we curated DJs with both experience and musical versatility. Many have been playing here since we opened.”

From the beginning, the venue has asked its star DJs, each with their own style and fanbase, to embrace one key request:

“We ask them to go genre-less and play a wide variety of music. Not all our guests come specifically to hear the DJ, so we want everyone to enjoy the music, no matter their taste. Each DJ interprets this in their own way, and that diversity has become part of what makes Bridge special.”

Affordable Entry Makes It a Great Starting Point for a Night Out

Admission is ¥1,000 on weekdays and ¥1,500 on Fridays and Saturdays—both set at affordable prices.Even better, that fee gives you access to sister bars in Shibuya and Shinjuku. Guests can hop between “DJ Bar & Lounge WREP” in the same building, “ENTER SHIBUYA” nearby, and “DJ Bar Bridge Shinjuku,” just one stop away by train. This network reflects the operating company’s deep experience in nightlife.

“Clubs and bars should be spaces where people connect regardless of age, job, or status—a place to grow social circles different from daytime life. We’ve always kept prices accessible so younger guests can mingle with older crowds.”

Having watched over Shibuya’s nightlife since 2014, DJ Bar Bridge Shibuya now attracts a mellow, mature clientele, many of whom have aged alongside the bar itself. Reflecting recent trends, about 30% of patrons are now international visitors. Tonight as always, music lovers from all walks of life gather here—to dance, to talk, to chill.

The circulation policy that allows customers to freely come and go from sister restaurants is very popular. Enjoy your night out in Shibuya to the fullest.