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Bar Gokan

Gokan is a cocktail bar in Hong Kong founded by international bar magnate Shingo Gokan. Centered around the Japanese philosophy of shokunin — a dedication to mastery and perfection in one's craft — the bar merges the worlds of gastronomy and mixology to celebrate culinary ingenuity.

Unlike traditional cocktail menus, Gokan's innovative approach categorizes its drinks across five distinct flavor profiles: sweet, sour, spicy, bitter, and savory. This unique framework allows guests to explore cocktails not just as drinks, but as carefully constructed culinary experiences, where each ingredient is chosen to achieve a perfect balance within its category.

This philosophy transforms the act of ordering a cocktail into a journey of taste discovery, guided by the bartender's relentless pursuit of quality and precision. Gokan stands as a destination for those who appreciate the craft of the cocktail elevated to an art form.

Contacts

address

30 Ice House St, Central

awards

#70 The World's 50 Best Bars
#33 Asia's 50 Best Bars
I like Gokan because it blends precise Japanese craftsmanship with bold, unexpected flavor combinations, creating cocktails that are both technically refined and sensorially exciting
Park Seung-hun
Park Seung-hun
Hansik Goo
Gokan — love the details in the design. Not only great drinks, but also Japanese-style shaved ice
ArChan Chan
ArChan Chan
Ho Lee Fook
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