“Kyushu Jangara,” a ramen restaurant with multiple locations centered in Tokyo, has its flagship store in Akihabara. The Kyushu Jangara main branch has been boasting strong popularity as a representative ramen shop of Akihabara for many years, even appearing in Japanese anime and manga. KYUSHU JANGARA AKIHABARA-HONTEN’s exterior One of the main attractions of Kyushu Jangara is their refined and elegant tonkotsu (pork bone broth) soup, which is rich in flavor. Their ramen bowls are also generously topped with specialty dishes and ingredients from the Kyūshū region, offering a satisfyingly he ..read more

“ABURICIOUS” is a play on words combining aburi (blow-torched) and delicious. It also happens to be the name of a signature menu item at “KINKA sushi bar izakaya Roppongi” in Tokyo. “サーモンとアイオリソースの炙り押し寿司,” SALMON OSHIZUSHI As many satisfied diners have already discovered, ABURICIOUS is blow-torched pressed sushi which originated in Canada. Not only delicious, it’s a hit on social media, captivating people of all nationalities and ages. “アブリシャス12貫,” ABURICIOUS 12pc 2,790 JPY (tax included) A lineup of popular sushi! “ABURICIOUS 12 pieces” The “ABURICIOUS 12 pieces” at KINKA sushi bar izakay ..read more

Just a short walk from Roppongi Station, you’ll find a restaurant offering a paradise for lovers of sea urchin, or uni, as it’s known in Japanese. At the aptly named “UNIHOLIC,” diners can enjoy a delightful time savoring sea urchin sashimi and various original sea urchin dishes, indulging in uni to their heart’s content. This luxurious uni and salmon roe claypot rice dish will send your tastebuds to flavor heaven As indicated in UNIHOLIC’s menu, the restaurant ranks the “UNI Level” of their dishes from 1 to 5 based on how lavishly they feature their star ingredient. Of course, true uni fans ..read more

Tonkotsu, made from pork bone, is a classic ramen soup known for its milky white color and creamy texture. Tonkotsu soup is commonly used in the Kyūshū region, the southwesternmost of Japan’s main islands. However, it’s enjoyed all throughout Japan and has an enduring popularity. Located right inside Ueno Station, “Tokyo Jangara ecute Ueno” (hereafter referred to as “Tokyo Jangara”), is a popular restaurant where you can enjoy a bowl of tonkotsu ramen, a specialty from the Kyushu region, which has been creatively adapted through experimentation and tweaking. Thanks to its excellent accessibil ..read more

Kyoto’s rich culture, spanning architecture, traditions, and culinary arts, finds a new home in Tokyo. At “Kyoto Ichinoden Roppongi Hills,” diners can delve into the essence of Kyoto’s dining culture without leaving the city. “蔵みそ焼懐石御膳,” Kura Miso-Yaki Kaiseki Gozen (available only through reservation) 5,500 JPY (tax included) A culinary journey through the seasons Kyoto Ichinoden, established in 1927 in Kyoto, is celebrated for its mastery of saikyōzuke. This traditional dish involves marinating fish or meat in Saikyō miso, a traditional Kyoto miso which is mild due to lower sodium content ..read more

Omurice, or omelette rice, is a dish that boasts immense popularity in Japan, to the extent that events are held to determine the best-tasting ones. Its charm has also spread to international visitors to Japan, and as a new trend in Japanese cuisine, its popularity only continues to grow. “ハンバーグオム,” Hamburger Steak Omelette Rice 1,290 JPY (tax included) Kanda Tamagoken’s fully loaded omurice delivers satisfaction Located just a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station is Kanda Tamagoken, a restaurant that specializes in omurice. They craft the dish with such skill you’ll be hooked! One of the cl ..read more

Conveyor belt sushi, where sushi plates are delivered to your seat on a rotating conveyor belt, is a unique system that is characteristic of revolving sushi restaurants known as kaitenzushi. Located in Akihabara Station, “Magurobito Akihabara” (hereinafter referred to as “Magurobito”) is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant that is highly recommend for international visitors to Japan. One reason is its excellent accessibility, as it is directly connected to the 8th floor of “Yodobashi-Akiba” (Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Akiba Store) which is adjacent to Akihabara Station. Another reason is the a ..read more

Teppanyaki, Japanese cuisine cooked on hot iron griddles, varies quite a bit between Japan and other countries. Internationally, teppanyaki is often enjoyed as a high-end entertainment show (sometimes referred to as “hibachi”), including performances by the chef during cooking. In contrast, Japan showcases more casual, everyday-style dishes like okonomiyaki. Furthermore, it’s quite common for customers themselves to cook on the teppan grill. At “Hokkaimonja Teppan Shabushabu KIBORI” (referred to hereafter as “KIBORI”) in Shinjuku, customers can enjoy Japan’s unique teppanyaki dishes alongside ..read more

Roppongi, alongside Shinjuku’s Kabukicho, stands as one of Tokyo’s most lively entertainment districts. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Roppongi, however, is a sushi-lover’s destination unlike any other: “SUSHI Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu” (hereunder referred to as “SUSHI Gonpachi”). The restaurant offers a tranquil oasis with a picturesque interior inspired by Japan’s “Taisho Romanticism” during the 1910s and 20s in which Western- and Japanese-style elements were combined. SUSHI Gonpachi serves sushi made from carefully selected ingredients. Guests can enjoy traditional Edomae sushi, roll ..read more

Nestled in Ginza, a lively shopping district of Tokyo filled with an array of eateries, “YAKINIKU MARUUSHI GINZA HONTEN” (hereunder referred to as “Yakiniku Maruushi”) captures the hearts of international diners with its exceptional selection of yakiniku (grilled beef) dishes. They pride themselves on their exceptional wagyū, beef sourced from specific Japanese cattle breeds. Enjoy a luxurious course offering a selection of premium Kuroge wagyu “This course comes highly recommended for those new to wagyu or visiting from abroad.” So says the manager of Yakiniku Maruushi about one of the re ..read more