Mishiku, to Shibuya's west, offers a variety of interesting little bars along the meandering network of back streets between Ikejiri and Sangenjaya. If one knows where to look, it is possible to find everything from chic little wine bars secreted behind unmarked doors to full-on, in-yer-face rock dives buried in the basements of commercial buildings.
While Yellow is undoubtedly the most famous in the latter category, you will find that Honey Bee -- a relative newcomer -- is a sweet alternative. It is also fairly easy to find, sitting, as it does, at street level on a well-trodden shortcut behind Mishiku crossing. Honey Bee is tunnel-shaped -- long, dark and comfortable -- with minimal lighting in a basic black and brick interior.
When Romy, the master, was 15, he heard "Honey Bee" by Muddy Waters.