Inside shisha bar IORI in Gakugei-daigaku, Tokyo: leather sofas and café tables with power outlets

Everyday Comfort, Elevated

Shisha (Hookah) Bar & Café — Gakugei-daigaku, Tokyo

shisha bar IORI is a small shisha (hookah) bar & café just 30 seconds from Gakugei-daigaku Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line — about 7 minutes from Shibuya.

Gakugei-daigaku is a relaxed local neighborhood, away from the crowds. IORI is the kind of place regulars treat as an extension of everyday life: catch up with friends over slow clouds of smoke, or settle in alone with your laptop or a book.

Our shelves hold a hand-picked library of more than 600 manga. Nothing too fancy — just a comfortable spot you won’t want to leave.

  • English menu
  • Free Wi-Fi & power outlets at every seat
  • 600+ manga library
  • Ages 20+ only (photo ID required)
  • Cashless only
A window-side sofa seat at shisha bar IORI with a hookah on the table

Day TimeWork, read, unwind

In the afternoon, soft light fills the room and IORI becomes a calm, creative space.

Power outlets and free Wi-Fi at every seat. We have laptop cushions and chargers to lend, plus large café tables with room to spread out notebooks and papers.

Browse our 600+ manga library, curated by a professional manga editor — from new releases to all-time classics. Pair a series you love with a great shisha and lose track of time.

shisha bar IORI by day: natural light over a window-side sofa seat and a hookah

Night TimeWhisky, gin & shisha

As night falls, the room turns darker and more intimate.

Perfect for a catch-up with friends or the last stop of a date. Choose from a wide range of Islay and Japanese whiskies and distinctive Japanese craft gins — a perfect match for your shisha.

Groups of up to 6 are welcome for an after-party. Sink into the sofas and cool down after a lively night out.

shisha bar IORI at night: a lamp-lit table with a hookah and a drink

AccessLocation & hours

Address
3F (top floor), Gakugei-daigaku Front ONE Bldg., 3-3-12 Takaban, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-0004
Access
30 sec from Gakugei-daigaku Station (East Exit), Tokyu Toyoko LineAbout 7 min by train from Shibuya
Hours
Tue–Thu, Sun & holidays: 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM (last order 12:00 AM)Fri, Sat & days before holidays: 1:00 PM – 5:00 AM (last order 3:30 AM)Closed: Mondays
Seats
10 indoor seats, 3 terrace seats
Payment
Cashless only — no cash accepted.We take Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners, Discover, contactless (Apple Pay / Google Pay), Suica/PASMO and other transit IC cards, iD, QUICPay, PayPay, Alipay+ and WeChat Pay.
Age
Ages 20 and over only. Please bring photo ID (passport, etc.).

FAQFrequently asked questions

Do you have an English menu? Is it foreigner-friendly?

Yes — we have an English menu and our staff can assist in simple English. Everyone is welcome.

Do I need a reservation?

Reservations are recommended as we have only 10 seats. Message us on Instagram @iori_shisha.

How do I get there from Shibuya?

Take the Tokyu Toyoko Line from Shibuya to Gakugei-daigaku Station (about 7 minutes). Leave via the East Exit — we’re on the 3rd floor (the top floor) of a building 30 seconds away.

Is there an age limit?

You must be 20 or older. Please bring photo ID.

Can I work or use a laptop here?

Yes. Every seat has a power outlet and free Wi-Fi. Daytime is quiet and great for working.

Do you accept credit cards? Is it cash only?

We are cashless only — no cash accepted. Visa, Mastercard, Amex, JCB, Diners, Discover, Apple Pay / Google Pay, Suica/PASMO, iD, QUICPay, PayPay, Alipay+ and WeChat Pay all work.

ReservationsContact

The easiest way to book is a direct message on Instagram — English is fine. Just tell us the date, time and number of people.

We’re a small place with only 10 indoor seats, so booking ahead is recommended.

Or call us during opening hours:

TEL. +81 50-5471-3425

A lantern-lit table with a hookah at shisha bar IORI