Osaka, Japan – June 2025: The Waldorf Astoria Osaka has added a striking new gem to its crown with the launch of Canes & Tales, a seductive cocktail bar that transports guests straight into the golden haze of the 1930s Jazz Age.
Perched on the 28th floor, this 47-seat destination bar is not just a watering hole — it’s a carefully staged performance of history, glamour, and mixological artistry. Hidden behind an unassuming dark green door marked only by a gold ampersand, Canes & Tales is the ultimate modern speakeasy, a bold tribute to the timeless elegance of Manhattan’s secret bars and the legendary legacy of Waldorf Astoria New York.
Led by Director of Mixology Dominic Dijkstra and his dynamic team — Bar Manager Masahiko Ohama and Supervisor Shimba Ishikawa — the bar blends international hospitality expertise with boundary-pushing creativity. The result: an immersive cocktail experience where each drink tells a story, and each visit feels like stepping into a novel.
The bar’s debut menu is a homage to F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Tales of the Jazz Age. Eleven cocktails reinterpret the famed author’s short stories with flair, fantasy, and flavor. Among the standouts is The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, a whisky lover’s dream allowing guests to “choose their age” — from a non-alcoholic option to Glenfarclas 25 Year Old — enhanced with fig-infused sherry, vermouth, and bitters. Each drink is paired with whimsical illustrations and narrative elements, making the menu as delightful to read as it is to sip from.
But it’s not just the drinks that dazzle. The food menu mirrors the theme, fusing premium Japanese ingredients with reimagined New York classics. Think Coney Island Hot Dogs, bourbon-glazed fried chicken, Reuben sliders, and Japanese oysters served three ways. For those seeking indulgence, Waldorf Astoria’s Private Label Caviar — served traditionally or with a modern twist — awaits, alongside decadent desserts like New York cheesecake and playful house-made s’mores.
Operating from Wednesday to Sunday evenings, Canes & Tales is walk-in only, adding to its aura of exclusivity. Guests can call ahead to check availability, though the best way to experience its allure is to step through that mysterious green door and let the stories unfold.
For details, visit hilton.com or follow @canesandtales on Instagram.
