bar cocoro

Tucked into an Oimachi side street, bar cocoro lines its counter with bottles tracing their origins back to the Seto Inland Sea and Hiroshima Prefecture. For beer drinkers, the bright and fragrant Lemon Ale, Onomichi Ale, or the crisp Strike Pilsner make ideal first pours. The spirits and whisky selection reflects the same regional character, giving guests the chance to linger over Sakurao gin or Togouchi single malts.

The food alongside the drinks is just as thoughtful. Smoky cheese, gently spicy Kure ika-ten squid tempura, and flavored nuts seasoned with kinako or blue cheese all pair naturally with the drinks menu. To close out the night, the bar serves warmed grilled momiji manju cakes or refreshing lemon sorbet made with Setoda citrus, a sweet finish unique to this Hiroshima-focused space.

With seating on the 1F as well as the 2F, the layout suits anyone looking for a quiet glass on their own as well as companions catching up over conversation. Long hours stretch late into the night, making it an easy choice when you want one last pour on your way through Oimachi.