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Savvy Tokyo » Food & Drink
1w ago
Looking for the perfect sweet slice to finish up your Christmas Day feast? Read on below for 12 of Tokyo’s tastiest Christmas cakes and stollen ..read more
Savvy Tokyo » Food & Drink
1M ago
These dessert bars and cafes offer the promise of something sweet well into Tokyo’s later hours ..read more
Savvy Tokyo » Food & Drink
2M ago
Here's where to get a pumpkin and spice and all things nice latte in the city ..read more
Savvy Tokyo » Food & Drink
2M ago
Looking to get into the creepy holiday spirit with sweets this October ..read more
Savvy Tokyo » Food & Drink
3M ago
No need to rush your order, sit in crammed seats or burn your tongue minutes before your next meeting. Time has stopped here — welcome to Tokyo's best traditional kissaten ..read more
Savvy Tokyo » Food & Drink
3M ago
Summer is around the corner. I can feel it on my skin. The hot, heavy air; the gentle sizzle you feel on your shoulders when you step outside. If you’ve never experienced a summer in the concrete jungle, you’re in for a ride ..read more
Savvy Tokyo » Food & Drink
4M ago
Looking for a fun, tasty and educational activity for the whole family? Try these Japanese food factory tours, which are mostly all free to enter in and around Tokyo ..read more
Savvy Tokyo » Food & Drink
5M ago
Sometimes buying vegan products in Japanese supermarkets can feel like an impossible task. Plant-based diets are far from mainstream, and many Japanese people are unfamiliar with what the word ‘vegan’ actually means. Even Japanese dishes centered on plant-based ingredients are frequently seasoned with dashi (fish stock) and other ingredients derived from animal products.
All of this can make shopping for vegan food in Japanese supermarkets a considerable challenge, especially since some vegan-friendly products are not labeled as such. But with a little research, it is possible to find what yo ..read more
Savvy Tokyo » Food & Drink
7M ago
When it comes to LGBTQ+ spaces in Tokyo, the lion’s share lives in Shinjuku Ni-chome. While Ni-chome’s well-known nightlife is great for the right mood, it’s hard to capture the tenderness of gazing into each other’s eyes over a drink when the soundtrack is bass music and shouting. We sniffed out six queer-positive eateries in Tokyo that don’t limit the fun to bar time.
Alamas Cafe
Seijo Sakedokoro En
Cafe & Bar Hinata
Shinjuku Dialogue
Dorobune
Roy to Silo
While you’ll certainly be able to get a beer at most featured establishments, we’ve picked spots where alcohol isn’t the main focus ..read more
Savvy Tokyo » Food & Drink
10M ago
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One thing that many people in Japan eagerly anticipate during the winter months is the arrival of ichigo (strawberry) season. These delightful berries are primarily cultivated within greenhouses, providing a controlled environment with carefully regulated temperatures that ensure exquisite taste and consistent quality. With over 300 varieties characterized by deep red color, sweetness and mild acidity, Japan leads global strawberry consumption. While you can enjoy Japanese strawberries by simply purchasing them from supermarkets, fruit shops or department stores ..read more