Tokyo Video Gamers has a big menu to offer, with all of the usual alcoholic beverages to enjoy. That’s not what will keep you coming back, though. Tokyo Video Gamers has something a lot of “gaming” bars with a couple of arcade machines in the corner do not have - they have official licensing. That means that their products, drinks, and games are all there with the backing of the game companies that own them. Tokyo Video Gamers thus has a sizeable menu of official collaboration drinks, including one non-alcoholic one. These drinks are all served with a novelty coaster and in a special glass that matches the theme of the game you choose! Games from SEGA, SNK, and more are all represented.

Beyond the huge drink menu, Tokyo Video Gamers also has a decent selection of Japanese food, too. One of the biggest selling points is its extremely affordable lunch menu, with prices around ¥5USD for some dishes. That gives you some extra cash to splurge on a collaboration drink on the side or a souvenir from the shop. If you’re able to go earlier in the day, you can get a good meal and a drink for cheaper than most other themed cafes and bars - and you can play some video games, too!

Speaking of the video games, we have great news about them - all of the arcade machines and other games are free to play as long as you bought something! Plus the staff are happy to play against you if you’re looking for a bit of real-life competition. Talk about a cool job! Be sure to check out any promotions that may be running as well; when Tokyo Video Gamers first opened, they were offering a free drink to anyone who could get the new high score on Space Invaders. Challenge accepted!

Like many concept cafes in Japan, Tokyo Video Gamers offers some free prizes when you order! Any collaboration drink your order comes with a free coaster, and since Tokyo Video Gamers is officially licensed, that means the goods are legitimate ones. Just a few of the current ones you have a chance to get are from King of Fighters, Fatal Fury, Fantasy Zone, Guilty Gear, and more. And of course, you can take them home as a reminder of your trip! Don’t forget to snap a picture, too, since all the collaboration drinks are served in a special glass that matches the drink.

Not only is Tokyo Video Gamers a bar and restaurant, it also has a small shop inside! Most of the goods are from the same companies that the drinks and coasters represent, so if you like those titles you can get some extra merchandise. You can even grab the special glasses that the drinks are served in if you loved yours! The shop also makes it worth stopping by Tokyo Video Gamers even if you aren’t hungry, just to check out the vibe and browse the store. We really do recommend at least grabbing a drink, though, so you have a chance to play some of the games while you’re there!