Food and Drink

海鮮丼 まるきた 2号店

Tsukiji’s Rare All-Day Spot for Seafood Bowls and Grilled Delights – Marukita 2nd Branch

“Kaisendon Marukita 2nd Branch” (hereafter referred to as “Kaisendon Marukita”) is a restaurant specializing in seafood bowls, as its name suggests (kaisendon meaning “seafood rice bowl” in Japanese). However, their grilled dishes and sashimi are just as popular, especially among international visitors! Located in Tokyo’s lively Tsukiji Outer Market, the shop offers a casual and energetic setting where you can…

立ち呑み 庫裏

Authentic Standing Sake Bar in Shimbashi – Why Fans Love Tachinomi Kuri

Conveniently located near Tokyo Station and Ginza Station, Shimbashi has long been known and loved as a classic after-work drinking district for Japan’s office workers. Even today, it remains lively day and night, weekdays and weekends alike. Shimbashi Ekimae Building, directly connected to Shimbashi Station’s Shiodome Exit via an underground passage, is home to some of the area’s most authentic…

築地寿司岩 築地支店

Looking for Authentic Sushi in Tsukiji? Try This Historic Edomae Spot

The Tsukiji Outer Market is a popular destination for tourists seeking fresh seafood. Located right at the entrance of the market at the Tsukiji 4-chōme intersection is “Tsukiji Sushiiwa Tsukijishiten” (hereafter referred to as “Tsukiji Sushiiwa”), a historic sushi restaurant founded in 1921. This esteemed restaurant is known for offering traditional Edomae sushi crafted with expert technique, all in a…

ビストロカフェももてなし家

Crab, Sake, and Regional Japanese Cuisine—Discover a Local Favorite in Shimbashi

Shimbashi is one of Japan’s most prominent business districts. With a long history as a transportation hub—it was where Japan’s first railway opened—it boasts easy access to key areas like Ginza and Haneda Airport. As a result, many major corporations and media companies have established offices here. The district is characterized by a unique mix of sleek skyscrapers and retro…

郭 政良 味仙 東京ニュー新橋ビル店

Craving Spicy Ramen? Taste Nagoya’s Famous Taiwan Ramen at Misen in Shimbashi

Shimbashi, one of Tokyo’s major business districts, offers excellent access to places like Ginza, Shibuya, Shinagawa, and Haneda Airport, thanks to the JR Yamanote Line and several other train lines. After World War II, Japan’s largest black market sprang up in front of Shimbashi Station. As Japan entered its period of rapid economic growth, the area evolved with the construction…

築地うなぎ食堂

Unagi Lovers, Don’t Miss This Spot in Tsukiji – Serving Rare Young Eel!

Located near Ginza, Tsukiji is one of Tokyo’s most popular tourist destinations. At the main attraction, the Tsukiji Outer Market, you’ll find around 460 restaurants and specialty shops where you can explore a wide range of flavors. Among them is “Tsukiji Unagi Shokudō,” a specialty restaurant where you can enjoy shinko unagi—premium young Japanese freshwater eel (Nihon Unagi), a traditional…

まぐろや黒銀 築地本店

The Tsukiji Restaurant Tuna Lovers Can’t Quit! Maguroya Kurogin Serves Up Super Rare Tuna Cuts

The Tsukiji Outer Market developed alongside the former Tsukiji Fish Market, once known as Tokyo’s Central Wholesale Market. Even today, it continues to draw crowds from Japan and abroad, all in search of delicious seafood. One particularly lively spot in the Tsukiji Outer Market is “Maguroya Kurogin Tsukiji Honten” (hereafter referred to as “Maguroya Kurogin”). The shop is known for…

As Seen on Solitary Gourmet: Kichijoji’s Iconic Spot for Hearty Japanese Omurice and Hamburger Steaks!

Western-style dishes centered on European cuisine have fused with Japanese ingredients and culture to create yōshoku—a uniquely Japanese style of Western food. For visitors from abroad, yoshoku offers a refreshing experience, while for Japanese people, it’s a comforting and familiar taste. Over time, yoshoku has become a firmly rooted local cuisine distinct to Japan. “Napolitan Spaghetti” at Kayashima in Kichijōji…

刺身BAR 河岸頭 河岸頭丼

Where to Eat Super Fresh Tuna in Tsukiji (Picked by a Former Fish Market Pro!)

The Tsukiji Outer Market is one of Tokyo’s most popular tourist destinations, where you’ll find many restaurants serving fresh seafood. Tucked away in the basement of a building along the area’s Harumi Street is a hidden gem: “Sashimi Bar Kashigashira.” Opened by a seafood connoisseur with experience working in a fish market, the restaurant offers not only top-quality tuna but…

Solo Sukiyaki Dining at Shabusen Ginza, Where the Tradition Lives On Since 1971

Dining solo has become common in Japan—whether it’s solo yakiniku, hot pot, karaoke, or even amusement parks. But if we turn back the clock, it’s remarkable to find a restaurant that embraced the idea of solo dining back in the 1970s. Shabusen, a restaurant offering shabu-shabu and sukiyaki, has been operating since 1971 as a “single-person hot pot specialty restaurant.”…

Expanding the Tonkatsu Experience! Savor Niigata’s Local Flavor in Kichijoji at Niigata Katsudon Tarekatsu

Tonkatsu, the breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet, has captured hearts far beyond Japan—cementing itself as a global culinary icon. It’s often said to be the next big thing in Japanese cuisine after sushi and tempura. While the basics are simple—pork (ton in Japanese) coated in breadcrumbs and fried to perfection as a cutlet (katsuretsu, abbreviated as katsu)—there’s endless variety across…

Wagyu Beef at Astonishing Prices! Enjoy Affordable Sukiyaki in Ginza at Kyoto Taishu Sukiyaki Hokuto

Sukiyaki is a dish you crave when you want to indulge in a little luxury. When it’s made with premium Kuroge wagyū beef, the price can easily exceed 5,000 JPY per person. However, Kyoto Taishu Sukiyaki Hokuto—an izakaya (Japanese gastropub)-style chain with locations in both Kyoto and Tokyo—offers high-quality wagyu at surprisingly affordable prices, without compromising on quality or taste….

HIIRAGI GINZA

Indulge in a Luxurious Dessert Experience at HIIRAGI GINZA, Tokyo’s Trendiest Sweets Shop

Tokyo’s Ginza district is lined with globally famous brand stores and offers a refined dining and luxury shopping experience. It’s a place where world trends and Japan’s refined culture intersect, creating a sophisticated atmosphere. The sweets shop “HIIRAGI GINZA” opened in Ginza in October 2024 and quickly became a hot topic as a rising star in the area. Located in…

料亭 時葉山

Enjoy Real Chanko Nabe Surrounded by Historic Japanese Ambiance at Ryotei Tokibayama

Chanko nabe is a traditional hot pot dish deeply intertwined with Japan’s sumo culture. For sumo wrestlers, nutritional balance has always been paramount in their diet to maintain and strengthen their physiques. Japanese hot pot dishes, which are mainly built around protein while incorporating a variety of ingredients, are truly ideal meals for sumo wrestlers. Born from this tradition, chanko…

Unchanged Since 1895: Savor Timeless Sukiyaki in a Registered Cultural Property at Imahan Honten

Asakusa, home to a collection of historic eateries with over 100 years of history, is where you’ll find Sukiyaki Imahan Honten, serving guests since 1895. This sukiyaki specialty restaurant is renowned for its secret warishita (sukiyaki broth), a carefully guarded recipe passed down to each successive owner. Now proudly made by the current owner, this signature broth has been a…