Bartender: Kami no Glass

Miwa Kurushima and her colleague Yukari Higuchi hunt for a skilled individual to run the counter bar at the famous Hotel Cardinal. The chairman of the hotel demands only one thing of the potential hire: the bartender must be able to craft the ultimate drink known as the "Glass of God." Because Miwa does not fully understand the requirement, her search runs dry after everyone she has scouted cannot get past the chairman's scrutiny.

Nestled in a quiet and secluded place among the bustling alleys of Ginza is Eden Hall. This cozy bar is maintained by Ryuu Sasakura, a prodigy mixologist who knows exactly what drink will ease his customers' worries at any given time. Every glass that he serves is garnished with humility, providing much-needed solace to people from all walks of life in their time of need.

In a chance encounter, the chairman is left speechless by Ryuu's astute bartending skills and is determined to have him join Hotel Cardinal. He becomes one of Ryuu's regulars, attempting daily to convince Ryuu to leave Eden Hall. But even with the assistance of Miwa, it is more difficult than expected to recruit this particular bartender.

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Sasakura, Ryuu Main

Terashima, Takuma Japanese

Kurushima, Miwa Supporting

Nanjou, Yoshino Japanese

Kitakata Supporting

Touchi, Hiroki Japanese

Kurushima, Taizo Supporting

Mugihito Japanese

Kawakami, Kyouko Supporting

Matsui, Eriko Japanese

Kinjou, Yuri Supporting

Shiraishi, Ryouko Japanese

Higuchi, Yukari Supporting

Shiraishi, Haruka Japanese

Chen, Kelvin Supporting

Furukawa, Makoto Japanese

Kase, Gorou Supporting

Horiuchi, Kenyuu Japanese

Kuzuhara, Ryuuichi Supporting

Uchida, Naoya Japanese

Cao, Cong Producer

Mochimaru, Takeshi Producer, Production Manager

Kuraya, Ryouichi Director, Episode Director, Script, Storyboard

Aketagawa, Jin Sound Director

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Aug 19, 2025

Watcher321

Recommended

Story: The story itself is pretty unique.
Art: Feels comforting
Characters: I only feel bad that we didn't get too many information about the MC as each episode concentrated on the patreons more.
Storyline: It was definitely a mix of realistic and "only happens in anime" type.

Overall: Honestly shocked about how much I loved this anime. There are probably only two type of main reactions you will have when watching this, you will either feel like it's too cringe or cheesy or feel touched to the core. Each episode makes me feel like crying just a little bit at the end. Some episodes had me bawling my eyes ... out. I honestly believe it is way too underrated.

Reviewer’s Rating: 10

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Feb 6, 2025

logic340

Mixed Feelings

Bartender: Glass of God aims to be a reflective and mature series centered around mixology, human connection, and personal struggles. The premise is strong focusing on an exceptional bartender who serves up cocktails tailored to his patrons' emotions and problems. However, while it has the ingredients for something special, it ultimately fails to mix them into a truly satisfying experience. Despite its stylish setting and intriguing premise, the series never fully realizes its potential. It has all the tools to be something special. This show has great themes, a unique setting, and a protagonist with an interesting profession but it fumbles its execution too often.

Plot: ... 7/10
The plot revolves around a prestigious hotel searching for the perfect bartender. However, once he is introduced, the story shifts into a more episodic format, exploring the lives and struggles of various patrons who visit Edenhall bar. The themes range from regret and ambition to love and self-acceptance, giving the show plenty of room to be compelling. While some episodes manage to deliver heartfelt moments, others feel repetitive or underdeveloped. The emotional weight of the series often falls flat because it doesn't capitalize on its own setup. Unlike deeper psychological dramas which masterfully dissect human emotions, Bartender: Glass of God feels like it only scratches the surface. While the intent is commendable, the execution leaves much to be desired.

Characters: 7/10
The characters are a mixed bag. Some, like Miwa's grandfather, are genuinely engaging and add warmth to the narrative, while others feel more like plot devices than fully developed individuals. Ryu himself is portrayed as an all-knowing bartender with an almost supernatural ability to read people’s emotions, but his wisdom sometimes feels artificial rather than earned. The supporting cast is a blend of forgettable and surprisingly insightful. Some of the side characters add genuine depth to the show, giving it moments of authenticity, while others exist purely to move an episode’s moral lesson along. The main issue is that the show doesn’t always give its characters enough breathing room to develop naturally, making some interactions feel too neatly wrapped up.

Animation: 5/10
Visually this series is a not the strongest. The background art is stunning, meticulously capturing the ambiance of high-end bars with warm lighting and elegant décor. However, the animation itself is disappointingly stiff, particularly in moments that should have been its visual highlight—the drink-making sequences and consumption. For a series centered around bartending, you’d expect more attention to detail in how drinks are poured, stirred, and served, but these moments lack the fluidity and visual appeal they deserve. The presentation of cocktails should have been one of the most mesmerizing aspects of the show, yet it falls surprisingly short.

Sound: 6/10
The sound design is serviceable but unimpressive. The voice acting lacks emotional nuance, making certain conversations feel more scripted than natural. While the soundtrack tries to create a relaxing, sophisticated atmosphere, it wasn't memorable enough to enhance the viewing experience.

Enjoyment: 5/10
I really wanted to like this more than I did. I went into this hoping for a series that it would lean more on introspective storytelling, but it ultimately left me underwhelmed. While it has a solid foundation, the execution is lacking in key areas, from character depth to emotional impact. Rather than evoking the depth of a show like Death Parade, which masterfully weaves human psychology into its premise, Bartender: Glass of God feels like a shallow imitation. It had the potential to be a compelling, thought-provoking series but fails to deliver on its promise.

Reviewer’s Rating: 6

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Jun 22, 2024

mydorys

Not Recommended

I was looking forward this series so much since I loved the 2006 version. However, it was a let down. Yes the graphics are better but the whole romanticizing a "bartender" and the side stories, were so cliche and lacked the depth of the original one. Also it supports the idea that you need to be the "best" in order to validate what you do, which is ridiculous. Tons of people have won prizes or achieve high-level of educations, but they lack common sense, making them useless. When you do things because you actually love them, that makes you the best, because you are ... doing it for your own gain and not because what others will say about you. I hate this mentality of power over craft. A lot of people can BS but just a few can actually do. Sadly the BS usually wins in this society. I also despise people who "always get what they want", imposing your will into others despite their feelings makes you an ass. Respects goes both ways. The original series on 2006 was centered on the craft and how the bartender helped people, but this one is more on background stories, which are LAME and so incredibly SAPPY. It is ridiculous overall. Anyway, it is ok if you have the time to waste, but definitely a let down.

Reviewer’s Rating: 5

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