The Ghibli Museum is tucked away in a small part of Tokyo Prefecture, where visitors can escape center city life and enjoy the slower pace. For many fans, the Ghibli Museum has been a place of interest, since movies such as Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, Ponyo, are renowned worldwide. 
Five unique rooms are dedicated to the animator’s life. Viewers can see how one blank slate goes through trial and error to become an amazing cinematic piece, and even witness an original short film in the theater room. Nature is also an important part of the museum, and the rooftop garden provides a great place to relax, enjoy a view of Inokashira Park, and take a picture with the Giant Robot. With a cute cafe right below it, visitors can have a quick snack while taking in the peaceful surroundings. Fans can also obtain their favorite Ghibli memorabilia at the gift shop.

吉卜力博物馆坐落在东京县的一个小地方，游客可以在这里逃离市中心的生活，享受慢节奏的生活。对于许多影迷来说，吉卜力博物馆一直是个值得关注的地方，因为《千与千寻》、《龙猫与我的邻居》、《波妞》等电影享誉全球。 
吉卜力博物馆有五个独特的房间，专门展示动画师的一生。观众可以在这里看到一张白纸是如何经过反复试验，最终成为一部令人叹为观止的电影作品，甚至还可以在影院房间里目睹一部原创短片。自然也是博物馆的重要组成部分，屋顶花园是放松身心、欣赏井之头公园美景和与巨型机器人合影的好去处。下面还有一家可爱的咖啡馆，游客可以一边品尝快餐，一边欣赏宁静的环境。游客还可以在礼品店购买自己喜欢的吉卜力纪念品。

吉卜力博物馆将日本最著名的导演之一宫崎骏的杰作栩栩如生地展现在游客面前。浏览附近的餐厅和美食体验！           

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吉卜力博物馆洋溢着梦想、探索和创造力，将日本最著名的导演之一宫崎骏的杰作展现在世人面前。

The Ghibli Museum brings one of Japan’s most famous directors, Hayao Miyazaki’s masterpieces to life. Browse nearby restaurants and food experiences!           

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Home to the futuristic capital of Japan, the Tokyo Metropolitan Area is the most populous metropolis in the world and the largest in the country. The bustling central city area of Tokyo consists of 23 wards, while the Greater Tokyo Area spills out onto its prefectural neighbors of Saitama, Chiba, and Kanagawa. Needless to say, Tokyo is simply enormous, separated into pockets of unique communities that bring the city together as a whole. Step out of the train at a different station and step into a new world, be dazzled by the vibrant city rush of Shinjuku, or wander the open park spaces and galleries of Ueno. From the top of Tokyo Tower, buildings stretch as far as the eye can see, as if the city goes on forever. Yet, every corner is interconnected by Tokyo’s impressive network of subways and train lines, a futuristic marvel that somehow moves millions of people every day. That’s 9 million, to be exact, totaling to 30% of Japan’s entire population living within the Tokyo Metropolis. 

Divided by waterways like the eastern Edogawa River and the Tama River to the south, unique districts with their own subcultures bubble beneath the city’s surface. Whether it's shopping in Shibuya or partying in Roppongi, neon lights and towering skyscrapers are deeply integral to Tokyo’s identity. With a number of big company headquarters producing the latest high-tech toys and creative designs, Tokyo represents a symbol of the future. Science meets outlet shopping on the manmade island of Odaiba, with a view overlooking the sparkling waters of Tokyo Bay. Have the happiest day on earth in Disneyland, or immerse yourself in one of the city’s major museum institutions. All things kawaii in Harajuku contrast the humility of traditional Asakusa, while salarymen help the economy go round, crunching numbers in offices throughout the city. 

Fueled by long nights of drinking sake and eating every type of food your heart could ask for, Tokyo’s fast-paced energy is undeniably infectious. However, the Greater Tokyo Area offers moments of bliss on beaches and mountains amidst the chaos of urban life. As exciting as it is overwhelming, with access to both high and low culture Tokyo offers the best in traditional sights, nightlife, and shopping. And of course, with mouthwatering Japanese food and world cuisine at every turn, it would take multiple lifetimes to explore Tokyo’s thousands of bars and restaurants.

东京都是日本未来派首都的所在地，是世界上人口最多的大都市，也是日本最大的大都市。繁华的东京中心城区由 23 个区组成，而大东京地区则扩展到其邻近的埼玉、千叶和神奈川县。毋庸赘言，东京是一个巨大的城市，它被分割成一个个独特的社区，将整个城市连成一个整体。在不同的车站下车，您就会进入一个新的世界；新宿充满活力的城市繁忙景象会让您眼花缭乱；上野的开放式公园和画廊会让您流连忘返。从东京塔顶俯瞰，高楼大厦绵延不绝，仿佛这座城市永无止境。然而，东京令人印象深刻的地铁和电车网络将每个角落连接起来，这个未来派奇迹每天以某种方式运送着数百万人。确切地说，有 900 万人居住在东京都内，占日本总人口的 30%。 

被东部的江户川和南部的多摩川等水道分割开来的独特地区，在城市的表面下涌动着各自的亚文化。无论是在涩谷购物还是在六本木狂欢，霓虹灯和高耸的摩天大楼都是东京不可或缺的特色。东京有许多大公司总部，生产最新的高科技玩具和创意设计，是未来的象征。在台场人工岛上，科学与奥特莱斯购物完美结合，俯瞰东京湾波光粼粼的海面，美景尽收眼底。在迪斯尼乐园度过地球上最快乐的一天，或沉浸在这座城市的主要博物馆机构中。原宿（Harajuku）的卡哇伊风格与浅草（Asakusa）的传统风格形成鲜明对比。 

漫漫长夜，喝着清酒，吃着各种美食，东京快节奏的活力无疑极具感染力。不过，在混乱的城市生活中，大东京地区的海滩和山峦也能给人带来幸福的时刻。东京的高雅文化和低俗文化同样令人兴奋和难以抗拒，它提供了最好的传统景点、夜生活和购物场所。当然，令人垂涎欲滴的日本料理和世界美食也随处可见，要探索东京数以千计的酒吧和餐馆，恐怕要花上几辈子的时间。

浏览东京的烹饪课程、品尝会、餐饮体验和美食之旅，这座城市拥有世界上最多的米其林星级，处处都有美味的日本料理！

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Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.

Flowing with dreams, exploration, and creativity, the Ghibli Museum brings one of Japan’s most famous directors, Hayao Miyazaki’s masterpieces to life.

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Vegan

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Want to experience the hit Netflix series "Midnight Diners: Tokyo Stories" in real life? Then this Izakaya experience is the best way to see them all and live the true local experience in Tokyo.

Kichijoji is widely known as one of the best places to live in Tokyo, but many don’t know of its local reputation for eclectic little bars and gastropubs. Some are so off-the-grid that even Google Maps doesn’t know of their existence! Most of these tiny bars are located in Harmonica Yokocho (or Harmonica Alley), which started as a flea market after World War II. Now, Kichijoji and Harmonica Yokocho are home to 1950s themed pubs, record-scratching bartenders, horse meat cuisine, and even a bar where the staff drink with you! Bar hopping in Harmonica Yokocho is for sure the best way to explore the winding maze of historic pubs and eateries in Kichijoji.

Each Harmonica Yokocho bar only seats a few people, with some of the smallest seating only seven. No sooner will you have sat down and ordered a drink than you’ll be drawn into the exuberant atmosphere, conversing with talkative locals. Whether or not you speak Japanese, Harmonica Yokocho is the perfect place to strike up a conversation with your neighbors at the bar counter, because even if you don’t know Japanese, our bar hopping tour guide is happy to interpret. Soon, you’ll be cracking jokes and saying “kampai!” like a local.

The eccentric guide is something of a local celebrity; every few minutes, somebody recognizes them and calls out their name or claps them on their back. Having lived in Kichijoji for the past couple of years and gotten to know the owners and bartenders of some of the most eccentric and friendly bars in Tokyo, they are the perfect tour guide to take you bar hopping in Tokyo’s most livable neighborhood, Kichijoji.

(Please note: from April 24 to May 9, 2024, the experience will not be with Alejandro, but with another guide).

In the eclectic Harmonica Yokocho drinking alley, hop from bar to bar, chatting with your trilingual guide and locals, and trying creative food and drinks like horse meat shumai and tea-infused cocktails.

Discover eclectic pubs and local Tokyo nightlife by bar-hopping through Harmonica Yokocho, a historic and authentic Japanese drinking alley in Kichijoji, Tokyo.

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A tour of several drinking establishments.

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Bar Hopping

The Midnight Diners: Tokyo Experience

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Halal

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Kosher

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Family-friendly

Try your hand at nerikiri-making in the quiet residential neighborhood of Mitaka, home to the ever-popular Ghibli Museum. Nestled on the western edge of central Tokyo, Mitaka’s lush greenery and artistic vibe have attracted many intellectuals to make it their home. 

Your host Kaori is a member of the Wagashi Promotion Association. She volunteers as a guide for international tourists in Tokyo and enjoys making friends from different countries. In addition to wagashi-making, Kaori is also passionate about calligraphy and handcraft. You'll receive a handmade gift from her at the end of the class!

Nerikiri, a traditional Japanese confectionery, artfully utilizes brightly-coloured gyuhi (rice flour), shiroan (sweet white bean paste), and Chinese yam. It's an edible art, with delicate shapes reflecting the changing seasons. Served with matcha green tea, it's common to eat nerikiri at traditional Japanese tea ceremonies around Japan.

The class kicks off with a brief lecture on traditional wagashi-making, followed by a demonstration. Then, it's time to get creative and craft your own nerikiri masterpiece! When you're finished, take a moment to appreciate its aesthetic beauty before taking a bite. Let the sweetness melt in your mouth while sipping on matcha green tea. The refreshing bitterness of the green tea subtly balances the sweetness, creating a delightful sensory experience for the taste buds.

Experience flow:
Meet your host at their house
Short walkthrough of the experience program
Brief lecture about traditional wagashi-making 
Demonstration by Kaori
Make your own nerikiri
Enjoy your handmade wagashi

Join a hands-on workshop in a local kitchen and make nerikiri wagashi. Cap off the experience by savoring the wagashi you've created with matcha green tea. Take home knowledge about wagashi and a cultural gift from your friendly host.

Learn how to make traditional nerikiri with a certified English instructor in Tokyo! Then, eat your treats with a cup of matcha green tea. Bring home wagashi-making skills and a set of unique gifts from the host.

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A fun, hands-on cooking experience for home cooks, people with basic cooking skills, or kids.

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Nerikiri Wagashi-Making Class in Mitaka, Tokyo

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In this lesson, you will learn how to make three delicious and beautiful-looking Japanese sweets, and enjoy them with matcha tea!

The first item on the menu is mochi, a chewy rice cake with a smooth taste and balanced sweetness, in two arrangements: hanami dango (colorful flavored mochi balls on a skewer), and daifuku, a juicy and refreshing mochi with seasonal fruit at the core. You will also make nerikiri, an ornate and delicate wagashi traditional confectionery. Nerikiri usually has seasonal motifs and beautiful designs. Enjoy your sweets with a cup of matcha green tea while learning more about wagashi from Kaori.

It might seem challenging to achieve such intricate creations, but rest assured, you’re in the hands of an experienced host. Kaori inherited her passion for Japanese confectionery from her family, which inspired her to join the Wagashi Promotion Association. When she’s not busy preparing seasonal sweets in the kitchen, she enjoys being a volunteer guide for international tourists, for which she is happy to have friends around the world. Her hobbies also include calligraphy and handcraft, so you'll receive a handmade gift from her at the end of the class!

This experience will be at Kaori’s home in Mitaka, a quiet and green neighborhood in Western Tokyo. Mitaka is home to the Ghibli Museum, the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum, and Inokashira Park. Feel free to ask Kaori for recommendations on things to do in the area!

Experience flow:
Meet your instructor at their house in Mitaka
A brief walkthrough of the recipes 
Make hanami dango (three-color dango), fruit daifuku mochi, and nerikiri wagashi
Enjoy your handmade sweets with matcha green tea

Learn how to make two different types of mochi sweets: fruit daifuku and three-color dango skewers, and mold delicate nerikiri wagashi confectioneries. Then, enjoy your sweet creations in this class with a professional instructor in Mitaka, Tokyo!

Learn how to make fruit daifuku mochi, three-color hanami dango, and delicate nerikiri wagashi sweets at the home of a certified wagashi instructor in Mitaka, Tokyo!

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Make Hanami Dango, Daifuku and Nerikiri Wagashi in Mitaka

Mochi is a Japanese rice cake made of mochigome, a short-grain glutinous rice. It has a soft, chewy outer layer and a deliciously sticky filling made of sweetened red bean paste. Indulge your sweet tooth with this fun course on how to make strawberry daifuku and sanshoku dango (hanami dango). The class takes place in the serene neighborhood of Mitaka on the western edge of central Tokyo.

Your host, Kaori, is a certified wagashi instructor and a member of the Wagashi Promotion Association. Her journey into the world of Japanese confectionery is inspired by her grandmother, who used to work in a wagashi café and made wagashi for her every year. Aside from making wagashi, Kaori is also passionate about calligraphy and handcraft. At the end of the class, you'll receive a handmade gift from her. She works as a volunteer guide in Tokyo and enjoys meeting people from different cultural backgrounds. She can also provide local tips for exploring Mitaka!

Make yourself comfortable in her cozy kitchen while Kaori shares cultural background information about mochi and how it gained popularity in Japan. You'll learn how to make mochi by watching Kaori’s detailed demonstrations and then trying them yourself. Kaori will also demonstrate how to make three types of mochi: mochi ice cream (yukimi daifuku), warabimochi, and isobeyaki for you to enjoy.

Then, it’s time for you to unleash your cooking talent! At the end of the class, the group will gather to enjoy the sweet and gooey mochi you've just made while sipping on refreshing matcha green tea. 

Immerse yourself in the rich world of Japanese confectionery — a 2-hour experience as delightful as the mochi itself!

Experience flow:
Meet your host at their house
Short walkthrough of the experience program
Brief lecture about traditional wagashi-making 
Demonstration by Kaori
Make your own mochi and dango
Watch Kaori make mochi ice cream (yukimi daifuku), warabimochi, and isobeyaki
Enjoy your handmade wagashi

Discover the art of Japanese confectionery in this mochi-making class in Tokyo. Make mochi with a certified instructor and savor your creations with a cup of tea. Try mochi ice cream, warabimochi, and isobeyaki made by the host.

Learn to make mochi and dango with a certified instructor in Tokyo. Then, enjoy this quintessential Japanese treat with green tea. Try mochi ice cream, warabimochi, and isobeyaki made by the host.

Make Mochi and Taste Homemade Mochi Ice Cream in Tokyo | byFood

Make Mochi and Taste Homemade Mochi Ice Cream in Tokyo 

Though you may not know it by name, you’ve definitely seen it before. Shokado bento’s red and black square lacquerware box is an iconic centerpiece in traditional Japanese kaiseki meals. But what exactly goes into a shokado bento? 

If you’ve ever asked yourself that question, Miho is here to answer. A certified graduate of a Tokyo sushi school, she has led culinary classes in the Japan Information and Cultural Center in Switzerland for 10 years, teaching hundreds of students. Having recently returned to Japan from her stint in Switzerland, she continues to teach out of a kitchen in Tokyo’s trendy Kichijoji neighborhood.

On arriving at JR Kichijoji Station, you’ll follow Miho to her nearby kitchen. There, under her guidance, you’ll learn to make a shokado bento to rival the finest kaiseki chefs. Drawing on her knowledge of Japanese cuisine, Miho will tailor the dishes to incorporate seasonal produce and other traditional delicacies. At the end of the class, you will enjoy the shokado bento you’ve made for lunch — but don’t forget to take pictures first!

After the meal, you’ll discover more about the Kichijoji area, following Miho on a tour of Kichijoji’s shopping arcades. She’ll take you to spots that only locals know about, including the best places to buy traditional Japanese snacks and cooking ingredients.

A popular stopping point for westbound travelers on the way to Mt Takao and Arakura Sengen Shrine or Mt Fuji in neighboring Yamanashi, Kichijoji is full of trendy eateries and cafes, boasts a thriving nightlife scene and enjoys easy access by train.

The nearby Mitaka-no-Mori Ghibli Park also draws a steady stream of Miyazaki Hayao enthusiasts all year round, but it’s thanks to Inokashira Park that visitors surge in the spring and autumn, thanks to the cherry blossoms and maple leaves respectively.

Parties looking to forgo the Kichijoji tour can book only the bento-making class option (see Options tab).

Make the iconic red-and-black shokado bento, guided by a certified instructor with 10 years of overseas teaching experience! Afterwards, uncover the best places to eat, drink and shop in Tokyo’s trendy Kichijoji neighborhood.

Learn how to make shokado bento and other traditional Japanese dishes from a certified instructor with 10 years of overseas experience! Afterwards, let her show you the locals’ favorite dining and shopping spots in the Kichijoji neighborhood.

Traditional Bento Making Class and Kichijoji Area Tour | byFood

Enjoy a 3-hour bento-making class. This option does not include the tour of Kichijoji with the host.

Traditional Bento Making Class and Kichijoji Area Tour

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The archipelago of Japan consists of four main islands, eight regions of Japan, and a total of 47 prefectures between them, each with their own diverse traditions, culture, food, and history. Hokkaido is the main northern island, followed by Honshu (home to Tohoku, Kanto, Chubu, Kansai, and Chugoku), Shikoku, Kyushu, and the Okinawa islands to the southwest.

Discover the unique offerings of each region by checking out the Japan areas above, like the coastal prefecture of Shizuoka (home to hot springs, Mt. Fuji, and a booming agricultural industry) and Nara Prefecture (which boasts eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites). While Japan might be perceived as a tiny country (the archipelago is smaller than the state of California), the nation is diverse in climate and culture. Each area of Japan has its own staple produce and regional Japanese cuisine.

Not only can you explore the popular destinations of Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto, but there are also a variety of other areas in Japan ranging from adventurous spots for daredevils to super-rural areas where visitors can connect with the land and people. From climbing Mt. Fuji in Shizuoka to indulging in matcha tea in Uji to enjoying island life in Okinawa (considered to be Japan’s Hawaii), these Japan areas each offer diverse experiences and ample opportunity for exploration. To make your Japan travel planning a little easier, browse these area pages where you can discover Japan tourist attractions, Japanese food experiences, and more!

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Delve into Japanese food culture, discovering the distinctive and diverse range of Japanese dishes which are sometimes sophisticated, sometimes hearty and comforting, but always delicious. These Japanese foods offer a window into the world of “washoku” (Japanese cuisine), which made UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List in 2013.	


There’s worldwide appreciation for Japanese food, with Tokyo boasting the world’s highest number of Michelin-starred restaurants for the 12th year in a row in 2019. Not only is Japan home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the world, but the Japanese cuisine (“washoku”) is also celebrated as one of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritages. The main staples of Japanese food include rice (in various forms from steamed white rice to mochi), soy products (tofu, soy sauce, miso soup, natto), fish (sashimi, bonito flakes, grilled salmon), seaweed (kombu, nori, wakame), noodles (soba, udon, ramen), and tsukemono (Japanese pickles). Different regions of Japan also have their own specialty foods. Osaka, considered “The Nation’s Kitchen” is the birthplace of takoyaki, Kyoto is famous for tofu and yuba, and Okinawa is known for goya champuru (bittermelon stir fry). Many regions in Japan have their own special twists on dishes like Japanese ramen, nabe (hot pot), and ozoni (mochi soup eaten on New Year’s Day). Explore the Japanese foods above and learn about the diversity of Japanese cuisine, then perhaps you can join a food experience and learn to make Japanese food during a cooking class, become an expert on Japanese sake or tea during a tasting experience, or discover your new favorite type of ramen during a ramen tour. The landscape of Japanese food is evolving, so eating in Japan is always an adventure, with restaurants and chefs riffing on traditional and modern foods, Eastern and Western cooking styles and flavors, and creating inventive eats like chocolate ramen, matcha beer, or ridiculously pillowy Japanese pancakes. Discover your new favorite Japanese food here on byFood and delve deeper into Japanese food culture.

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A former wholesaler in Tsukiji Fish Market, Kotaro Sakita, opened his own sushi restaurant that specializes in Edomae-style sushi.

The fish are handpicked by Sakita himself with an eye well trained over years as a broker. He looks out for the freshest and highest quality, using seasonal ingredients unsparingly at his restaurant. The heightened natural flavors are almost unnatural, but rest assured they 100% are. As skilled with his hands as he is with his eyes, chef Sakita has a magical touch that adds multiple dimensions to every single dish.

The traditional Japanese-style room in which you’ll enjoy his cooking has the atmosphere of a tea room. Despite the formal setting, it has a homey atmosphere that allows guests to relax while savoring the delicious dishes — yet another charm of the restaurant Sakita.

A former wholesaler in Tsukiji Fish Market opened his own sushi restaurant that specializes in top-quality Edomae-style sushi.            

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Sakita

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Ramen

Tokyo ramen enthusiasts caught onto this highly-regarded ramen shop in the city for its quality and excellent ingredients. Torikokuchuuka Suzuki reinvented chicken shio ramen, and has taken it to the next level. Offering only two menu items, Koku Shio and Koku Shoyu, each has their own unique aspects, but both are excellent. 

On top of the usual two-item menu, Torikoku Chuka Suzuki also has daily specials for toppings and rice bowls, however they sell out extremely fast even though the shop only opens for three and a half hours. With the broth simmered carefully for hours to get a perfect level of richness, and no cream or thickening agent added, the consistency of the soup is basically a work of art.

Unparalleled by any other chicken ramen shop, it’s worth making several visits to Torikokuchuuka Suzuki to sample the full range of options.

Torikokuchuuka Suzuki reinvented chicken shio ramen and has taken it to the next level. Offering only two dishes, Koku Shio and Koku Shoyu, they’ve perfected both.

Torikokuchuuka Suzuki | Ramen Restaurant in Tokyo | byFood

Torikokuchuuka Suzuki

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Izakaya (Japanese Style Pub) / Bar

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Yakitori

Locals have been pouring through the doors of this yakitori shop for decades, with generations of Japanese meat skewer lovers making it their home away from home. Iseya is located in Kichijoji, just north of the beautiful Inokashira Park (a great spot for cherry blossom viewing).

Its corner building has a Meiji-era facade, with tiled wooden awnings and red izakaya lanterns hanging from them. You can just grab a few skewers in passing from their takeaway street counter, but you’d be mad to not take a seat and make a full meal out of it.

That’s because their prices are unbelievably good. You don’t find such good chicken at such crazy cheap prices just anywhere. Grab a beer and settle in for a leisurely meal, ordering skewers as and when you feel like it. Their Chinese steamed dumplings are also definitely worth a try.

You’d struggle to find such a delicious and affordable yakitori shop anywhere else, which is why the locals love it. Reserve your seat here.

Iseya | Yakitori Restaurant in Tokyo | byFood

Iseya

With over 27 years of operation in the highly competitive “sushi battleground” of Akasaka, Sushi Ito Ichiro has more than made a name for itself in the Tokyo sushi scene. Fresh fish from local markets are treated with care and attention, the counter gives guests an up-close view of the masters in action.

However, the chefs at Ichiro manage to differentiate themselves not only with a prime location in the Kichijoji Excel Hotel Tokyu, but also with their selection and handling of ingredients. Serving as the literal base of the meal, Kinuhikari rice imported from Shiga Prefecture features a delicate lightness that barely supports the weight of generous toppings, shaped so expertly so as to contain miniscule air pockets to enhance the sense of lightness and fluffiness when bitten into.

While many sushi restaurants make claims of seasonality for their ingredients, Ichiro defines it in practical terms. Every menu lasts roughly a week, inspired by the extremely short harvest periods of bamboo shoots and the prime period in which they should be eaten. With nearly 52 potential menus to look forward to, repeat visitors are more than welcome.

With over 27 years of service in its Akasaka location, this famed Edomae sushi restaurant continues its dedication to quality ingredients and exquisite craftsmanship in the Kichijoji Excel Hotel Tokyu.

Discover exactly how fresh seasonal sushi can be, at this restaurant in Tokyo’s “most liveable” neighborhood. Weekly menu rotations guarantee an ever-changing taste of the season through traditional Edomae sushi.

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