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Daiso may be known as Japan’s iconic “100-yen shop,” but its appeal goes far beyond the price tag. While many items now cost a bit more (typically still under 500 JPY), the store remains a favorite for travelers seeking affordable, uniquely Japanese souvenirs. With everything from playful stationery to traditional homeware, Daiso is much more than a discount chain. For…

A beloved Japanese sweet, ohagi is made with sticky mochi rice coated with sweet bean paste or kinako (roasted soybean flour). Although it’s a traditional dessert, it has been experiencing somewhat of a renaissance since around 2020. It is gaining popularity, especially among those who love sweets, and specialty stores have been popping up all over Japan. Located in Roppongi…

Standing out in the fiercely competitive Shibuya ramen scene is “Ramen Fromage Due Italian TOKYU PLAZA SHIBUYA” (hereinafter referred to as “Due Italian”), a shop that has caught the Michelin Guide’s attention for three consecutive years. Here you can experience a novel bowl that marries Italian flavors with traditional ramen. “らぁ麺生ハムフロマージュ グラン,” Special Topping Cheese Ramen 1,680 JPY (tax included)…