“I’m donut ?” is a wildly popular donut shop with locations in Tokyo and Fukuoka. Long lines are a regular sight. The Harajuku shop, located just five minutes from Harajuku Station, sees lines forming even before its 10:00 AM opening. So, what’s the secret to their popularity? The donuts here have a completely different mouthfeel compared to the traditional variety….

Ramen is one of Japan’s top comfort foods, attracting food enthusiasts from all over the world. With so many variations in broth, noodles, and toppings, Tokyo is a ramen lover’s paradise, offering a dizzying array of options that can make it tough to choose where to start. To help you navigate the bustling ramen scene, this article rounds up some…

Uni, or sea urchin, is a luxurious rich and creamy delicacy that has become quite emblematic of Japanese seafood cuisine. Tokyo is a fantastic area to sample all types of this briny yet sweet delight that has become popular internationally. This article aims to serve as a guide to six of the best restaurants in Tokyo to go to for…

Meiji Jingu, a shrine located near Harajuku and Shibuya in Tokyo, is known for having the highest number of New Year’s visitors in Japan. The first visit of the year to a shrine or temple in Japan is a custom known as hatsumōde, where many pray and make wishes for the upcoming year. The shrine’s vast grounds are so green…

Harajuku, known as a birthplace of new culture, is also at the forefront of culinary innovation. Right in the heart of this vibrant district, just a short walk from the bustling Takeshita Street and the tranquil Meiji Shrine, lies “Vegan Bistro Jangara,” a restaurant dedicated to vegan cuisine. “グリルバーガー,” Grilled Burger 1,350 JPY (tax included) Originating from the Kyushu Jangara…

Sushi, a beloved Japanese cuisine that has won hearts worldwide, offers an array of styles from the classic nigiri to the diverse chirashi, catering to all tastes. In the heart of Tokyo’s trendy Harajuku neighborhood, Gonpachi NORI-TEMAKI Harajuku (hereunder referred to as ‘Gonpachi NORI-TEMAKI’) embraces this variety with a relaxed yet delightful twist. Here, sushi enthusiasts can indulge in the…

Known for its unique fashion, street art, and diverse cultural attractions, 原宿 Harajuku is very much the go-to stop to check the pulse of Japan’s lively subcultures. Harajuku is one of Tokyo’s brightest areas, offering a mix of shopping, food, and aesthetics sure to excite any traveler. Harajuku is known for its colorful street fashion. Access Harajuku’s main attractions are…