Tokyo’s Top Five Cafes for Book Lovers
Sometimes nothing can replace the luxury of spending an afternoon in the company of a good book and a freshly brewed cup of coffee. Luckily,...
By Alexandra Hongo
December 28, 2015 |
Food & Drink
Healthy Food and Free Play at Organic Cafe Lulu
Located just a three-minute walk from Kiba station on the Tozai line, Organic Cafe Lulu is what the Japanese call an "oyako" cafe, meaning it...
By Harumi Gondo
December 24, 2015 |
Families, Food & Drink
Le Pain Quotidien: A Taste of Belgium in Tokyo
On the first floor of Tokyo's Opera City is a delightful classy establishment perfect for those wanting to eat something light before or after concerts...
By Bonnie Waycott
December 21, 2015 |
Food & Drink
Dars Goes Posh with Omotesando Pop-Up Shop
You know those little bite-sized Dars chocolates that are sold at practically every convenience store and supermarket in the country? Well, they now have some...
By The Savvy Team
December 14, 2015 |
Food & Drink
Ruby Jack’s, Roppongi: Not Just Another Steakhouse
It is hardly a challenge to find a restaurant in Tokyo that will serve you a steak. But getting a good steak (or another cut...
By Kelly Wetherille
December 11, 2015 |
Food & Drink
Japanese Superfoods: Sesame
Sesame seeds have a long history, with research tracing their use dating back to almost 3000BC. Although they are thought to have originated in India,...
By Luisa Heenan
November 17, 2015 |
Food & Drink, Health & Beauty
Vegetarian Night at Crayon House
Tucked away neatly amongst the side streets of ultra-hip Omotesando is a humble organic gem that is sure to satisfy those wanting to snuggle closer...
By Juliette Olah
November 13, 2015 |
Food & Drink
Charcoal Grill and a View of Tokyo Tower at Steak House Xex
On the top floor of Atago Green Hills Mori Tower, over 180 meters skyward, the dining facilities at Xex make a fantastic destination for those...
By The Savvy Team
November 6, 2015 |
Food & Drink
A French Afternoon Tea Fit for Gustave Eiffel
Afternoon tea is a very civilized ritual which has been almost forgotten in our busy world. Fortunately, the Grand Hyatt hotel in Roppongi has resurrected...
By Cheryl White
October 12, 2015 |
Food & Drink
Sky Restaurant 634: One of Tokyo’s Best-Kept Secrets
Even though it opened over three years ago and immediately shot to the top of most tourists' must-visit lists when coming to Japan, I only...
By Kelly Wetherille
September 25, 2015 |
Food & Drink, Restaurant Review
An Elegant Gourmet Experience at Chez Taka, Higashi Azabu
If I had to describe my food experience at Chez Taka in just two words, it would be elegantly sumptuous. Nestled in the quiet neighborhood...
By Ai Faithy Perez
September 11, 2015 |
Food & Drink