Barbies and Beer in Shimbashi

No, I'm not talking about Barbie dolls drinking beer in Shimbashi. But right in the middle of one of Tokyo's busiest business areas, a barbecue—"barbie"...

By Jody Pang
August 14, 2015 | Food & Drink

Japanese Hospitality and Cuisine at Shinjyuku Kappo Nakajima

You may have tried the finest, most famous restaurants within Tokyo's numerous offerings. You may have also experienced the attentiveness of typical Japanese customer service....

By Jody Pang
August 3, 2015 | Food & Drink

Slow French Food at Argent, Meguro

Argent is part of the long-standing European food movement known as slow food. Established in 1980, the sign above the door proclaims the restaurant's dedication...

By Cheryl White
July 31, 2015 | Food & Drink

Dine with Alice in Shibuya’s Very Own Wonderland

Stepping into the Alice in a Dancing Land restaurant in Shibuya is like riding a merry-go-round of delight. You will be greeted by one of...

By Joanna Pearce
July 27, 2015 | Food & Drink

An Elegant Evening at Le Bar á Vin 52, Azabu Juban

Looking for a new place for that special date night rendezvous? Le Bar á Vin 52 on the main street of the Azabu Juban is...

By Cheryl White
July 24, 2015 | Food & Drink

A Breakfast to Luxuriate Over at the Imperial Hotel

Anyone who has ever tried getting a meal in Tokyo before 11 a.m. knows that our city’s breakfast culture is nearly nonexistent compared to that...

By Kelly Wetherille
July 17, 2015 | Food & Drink

The Magic of Mos Burger

MOS Burger is the second largest fast-food chain in Japan and holds a special place in the heart of many people. The founder, Satoshi Sakurada,...

By Joanna Pearce
July 13, 2015 | Food & Drink

Recipe: Japanese Tofu and Vegetable Chowder

Kencho-jiru is a soup that is a typical example of Japanese home cooking, but in fact it is also a Buddhist "shojin ryori" dish that...

By Mariko Nakamura
July 6, 2015 | Food & Drink

Cocktails and Sushi at Andaz Tokyo

When you look out from the 52nd floor of the Andaz Tokyo hotel at the top of Toranomon Hills, your heart skips a beat. You...

By Katharina von Tschurtschenthaler
July 3, 2015 | Food & Drink

Pom Pom Purin Cafe, Harajuku

Pom Pom Purin is the lovable golden retriever character brought to us by Sanrio. He is never seen without his signature brown beret, and he...

By Joanna Pearce
June 29, 2015 | Food & Drink

Genki Sushi: Perfect for Tokyo Visitors on a Budget

Genki Sushi draws diners from all over the world with two things quintessential to Japan: sushi and super cool robotics. At the Shibuya branch, white...

By Amanda Taylor
June 26, 2015 | Food & Drink