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Shibuya, with its globally famous Scramble Crossing in front of the station, is one of Tokyo’s premier entertainment districts. Photo of Scramble Crossing in Shibuya Although strongly associated with fashion and youth culture, Shibuya’s charm extends beyond that. It’s an area teeming with a variety of eateries including restaurants, cafes, and bars. From quintessentially Japanese ramen to exquisite wagyū beef…

Skewered dishes, known as kushiyaki, became popular in post-war Shibuya. As the name suggests, “kushiyaki” refers to dishes where vegetables, meat, and fish are skewered (“kushi” means skewer) and grilled. Yakitori, grilled chicken skewers, are one such type of kushiyaki. These skewers, which supported the development of the city through food, can definitely be considered a Shibuya soul food. Reflecting…

The first time you step onto Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, it feels like you’ve wandered into another era. The stone-paved paths slope gently downward, flanked by beautifully preserved machiya townhouses, their wooden facades whispering stories of Kyoto’s past. The air carries a faint aroma of freshly whisked matcha, mingling with the sweet scent of yatsuhashi, a local delicacy often featuring cinnamon….