Located in Tokyo’s Akihabara district, “Roast Beef Ohno Akihabara” (hereinafter referred to as “Roast Beef Ohno”) is a popular restaurant bustling with customers every day. Their “Kuroge Wagyu Roast Beef Don Set,” which uses high quality Kuroge wagyu, is especially popular. Long lines of people waiting to try it form even before the store opens. “黒毛和牛のローストビーフ丼定食（M）,” Kuroge Wagyu Roast Beef…
Japanese cuisine, recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, embodies Japan’s traditional food culture. Nestled in Roppongi Hills, “Kokappou Ohashi Roppongi” is a renowned Japanese restaurant. Here, they serve fluffy rice cooked in a broad-brimmed hagama pot alongside seasonal fish and meat dishes. “大沼牛と車麩のすき焼き鍋御膳,” Sukiyaki (Beef and Wheat gluten cake) and Rice Set 1,990 JPY (tax included) Kokappou Ohashi’s…
Japanese cutlet dishes, known as “katsu,” are widely recognized today even overseas. As of 2023, among international visitors to Japan, there is a growing popularity for gyūkatsu, or Japanese beef cutlet. Located in Akihabara, “Gyūkatsu Ichinisan (hereinafter, Ichinisan)” is a popular restaurant with lines forming even before opening. It’s not uncommon to see the line waiting to get in composed…
In the heart of Tokyo’s busy Roppongi district, “Karaage-Senmon Roppongi Kimisei” has become a staple for hungry business workers. Renowned for its senmon (specialty) in karaage (Japanese-style fried chicken), the restaurant attracts a crowd daily, offering both dine-in and take-out bentō (boxed meal) options. “Assorted Fried Chicken Set Meal”: a trio of popular flavors The “Assorted Fried Chicken Set Meal”…
Established in 1972, “Sekai-ichi no Kaki fry to Sakana Wabu,” (referred to hereafter as “Wabu”) a popular restaurant in Shinjuku, is famous for its generous servings of kaki fry (deep-fried oysters) and other fried dishes. It’s known for having long lines during lunchtime, attracting many visitors every day. A super-sized portion! The “Fried Assortment Set Meal” at Wabu. Wabu offers…
Directly connected to Shibuya Station in Tokyo is the commercial facility TOKYU PLAZA SHIBUYA, packed with a variety of dining options, including a culinary gem: “ŌSAKA Kitchen TOKYU PLAZA SHIBUYA” (hereunder referred to as “Osaka Kitchen”). At this renowned restaurant, you can enjoy carefully selected wagyu steak and other teppanyaki dishes absolutely sure to delight your palate and leave you…
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…
Tucked away on Spain-Zaka (Spanish Hill) in Tokyo’s Shibuya district is “BITYUYA CHOUZAEMON” (pronounced ‘bichūya chōzaemon’), a restaurant that feels like a cozy, well-kept secret. The restaurant radiates an old-world charm and specializes in yakitori (skewered chicken dishes), grilled to perfection over binchōtan, a type of high-quality white charcoal made from ubame oak. Popular at lunchtime: “Nama Oyakodon” made with…
Restaurant operating with a partially revised menu. At Shibuya PARCO, located in the Udagawa-chō area of Shibuya in Tokyo, a wide variety of dining options are available, appealing to all kinds of culinary interests. Situated on the underground level of the shopping complex, Vegan Izakaya Masaka (hereafter referred to as “Masaka”) specializes in vegan cuisine. And no, we’re not just…
※Restaurant renamed to “Wagyu Hitsumabushi Rokujutei” and operating with a partially revised menu (as of October 2024) Highly acclaimed wagyū is a premium type of Japanese beef that’s a culinary sensation not only in its homeland but also around the world. Fortunately, there’s a welcoming spot in Tokyo’s bustling Shibuya district where you can indulge in this gourmet delight. Quadruple…
Diving into the seemingly ordinary aspects of a culture often unveils extraordinary insights. This is especially true when it comes to exploring Japanese dining culture, where one encounters the concept of 定食 teishoku, the traditional set meal. Teishoku is emblematic of the Japanese eating experience. By understanding its structure and components, we gain an authentic glimpse into the concepts of…