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Although Kyoto is renowned for its rich historical and cultural heritage, but then at the same time Kyoto also boasts of numerous entertainment options. One of the primary modes of entertainment of Kyoto is the bars and pubs of the city. The bars and pubs of Kyoto are the popular places to hang out and are an integral part of the nightlife in the city. Most of the bars and pubs in the city are situated in the historic entertainment district of Kyoto, which used to house the geisha community. Presently the district boasts of Pontocho in the Gion district, Kiyamachi and Kawaramachi and all these places are interspersed with the major bars and pubs of Kyoto. The Kyoto Pig & Whistle is one of the premium bars of Kyoto and is located on the northern side of Sanjo Dori and on the eastern side the Kamo River. The Kyoto Pig & Whistle has been designed in imitation of a typical British pub in downtown, central Kyoto. It is often considered to be the most popular haunt for the expatriates. The bar is renowned for its fish and chips, pizza and lasagna, which you can avail at reasonable price. Amongst the beverages, domestic and imported beers are available at 350 yen (half a pint) along with innovative cocktails, which will cost you 500 yen. Besides these, you can also avail a wide variety of Japanese and Western delicacies in the bar. The ambience of the bar is electric and vibrant; it is the ideal spot to hang out with your friends and to have unlimited fun. There is also no dearth of activities in the bar; here you can play darts, stand at the bar or participate in the numerous events held at the bar. Every Thursday the bar organizes the Ladies' night, which is exclusively for the ladies and on this day, one can avail drinks for only 400 yen. Music is an integral part of the bar and live musical shows are held during the weekends and on special occasions. The Happy hour in the bar is from 5 to 7pm and it is open from 6 pm to 1 am from Monday to Wednesday, 6 pm to 2 pm from Thursday to Saturday and 5 pm to midnight on Sunday.
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