VocabJLPT N1
izakaya
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. izakaya
  2. 2. tavern, bar, etc. that also serves various dishes and snacks
  3. 3. Izakaya
A casual Japanese-style bar or pub where people drink alcohol and eat small dishes. These establishments are popular for after-work gatherings and are an important part of Japanese social culture.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Even at an izakaya, please make sure to conduct yourself appropriately when dining with executives.

Sentence 2

The izakaya by the station is packed again tonight, apparently!

Sentence 3

My sister told me, "Why not just drink at home instead of going to an izakaya?"

Sentence 4

Every now and then it's fine to walk into an izakaya on your own, right?

Sentence 5

You know, just reading through an izakaya menu is fun in itself!