In Japan, dagashiya typically refers to nostalgic neighborhood stores selling dagashi, low-cost candies and snacks made for children. However, in Tokyo’s cosmopolitan neighborhood of Roppongi, there’s a popular tavern named Dagashiya. The owner named it with the desire to create a place enjoyable even for adults. In the evenings, many customers visit to unwind after a day’s work, savoring dishes…

Ueno is a thriving area of Tokyo and popular with tourists. “Tsukiji Uogashi Maguro Ichidai ecute Ueno” (hereinafter referred to as “Maguro Ichidai”) is a restaurant located right in Ueno Station. It offers sushi and bowls using tuna, making it a highly recommended place, especially for foreign visitors exploring Tokyo. Enjoy all the popular cuts of tuna in one bowl!…

Situated in Roppongi, Tokyo, “#uni Seafood” is renowned for its seafood dishes, particularly those featuring uni (Japanese for “sea urchin”) and oysters, sourced directly from suppliers and offered at reasonable prices. Irresistibly rich! “Fresh Sea Urchin Cream Spaghetti” One of the restaurant’s signature dishes, the “Fresh Sea Urchin Cream Spaghetti,” is a striking pasta generously topped with sea urchin. “生ウニのクリームパスタ,”…

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…

Situated in the bustling Shibuya district of Tokyo, “Nihonrettōsakaba KAMIGOTO” serves up specialties from Kamigotō, a town in the northern part of the Gotō Islands in Nagasaki Prefecture. The restaurant prides itself on a variety of dishes using fresh seafood and local delicacies, directly sourced from Kamigotō. The nihonrettō in their name means “Japanese archipelago.” As for sakaba, it literally…

Situated within Shibuya Hikarie, a commercial complex with a direct link to Shibuya Station and bustling with a variety of cafes and dining establishments, you’ll find a pearl of a restaurant. “8TH SEA OYSTER Bar Shibuya Hikarie” (hereinunder referred to as “8th Sea Oyster Bar”), which opened in October 2023 on the 7th floor, is an oyster-lovers’ paradise. Packed with…

Situated in the busy district of Shibuya, Tokyo, “Fishmonger’s Kitchen OH! TORO KITCHEN Shibuya” (hereunder referred as “OH! TORO KITCHEN”) is a sanctuary for tuna lovers, offering a dining experience that brims with “surprises and delight.” Sourced directly from Yonekawa Fisheries, an esteemed tuna wholesaler boasting a rich history of over 85 years, the tuna at OH! TORO KITCHEN is…

The restaurant is now operating under the name “Shinjuku Sanchōme Sushinjuku Masayume” with some changes to its menu. Emblematic of Japanese cuisine, sushi has long been a popular gourmet option for international visitors to Japan. These days, a new and innovative era of sushi is emerging in Japan, reshaping its traditional image. One restaurant where you can get a taste…

In the heart of Tokyo’s Shibuya district lies a unique dining spot that captures the essence of a Kyoto townscape. “Moon in the sky Shibuya” stands as an exceptional destination for authentic Japanese cuisine, offering a serene atmosphere that allows you to escape the city’s hustle for a tranquil meal. Savor an all-star seafood lineup with the “Luxurious Crab Seafood…

Since around 2021, there has been a growing trend among young people in Japan for “Katakana Sushi.” This term refers to sushi restaurants that use katakana characters (one of the Japanese language’s phonetic alphabets, often used for flashy appeal on signs) to write their names. These restaurants are known for their creative menus that deviate from traditional sushi, as well…

At “Fishing Restaurant ZAUO Shibuya Branch” (hereinafter refered to as “ZAUO”), you can do more than savor delicious seafood—you can enjoy a hands-on fishing experience. Inside the restaurant, you’ll find tanks full of fish like sea bream and flounder. Rent a fishing rod free of charge and catch your own meal. It doesn’t get fresher than this! Rods with bait…