True to the bar’s name, the ceiling here is absolutely festooned with lanterns, creating a lower-ceiling effect that imbues an otherwise-unremarkable room with lively character. Out back, a closed-in balcony space overlooks Sandringham, and, on the rare occasions Auckland chooses to show up for the Blues, crowds filing into Eden Park. We recommend the sushi and a dry-ice selection for a tasty and very Instagrammable accompaniment to the wide selection of Japanese beers and spirits.