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The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo
The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo
The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo
From award-winning ramen to Japanese sweets, street food — and beyond.
Tokyo Cheapo staff recommend some of the best budget sushi Tokyo eateries.
Here are some great picks to enjoy a tipple or two.
As one of the most popular destinations in every Tokyo guidebook, Asakusa is home to a good number of shrines, temples, and a historic shopping district that make you feel like you’ve somehow slipped back in time (the Edo period […]
It’s hard to precisely and concisely describe okonomiyaki in English. The common translations of “Japanese pizza” or “Japanese pancake” just don’t do it justice. Literally translated to “grilled as you like it,” okonomiyaki is something like a savory pancake with […]
Coal? Sweet Potato? Cherry Blossom? Try these odd flavors (and your fav traditional flavors too!) at these ice cream shops in Tokyo.
Asakusa sweets are among the best in Tokyo. Try treats like melonpan and the world's richest matcha gelato.
Nothing signals the start of the cold months like oden. As early as September, convenience stores start rolling out simmering oden pots, with various ingredients suspended in a broth made of soy sauce and dashi (fish or seaweed stock). While it’s […]
Sukiyabashi Jiro may be one of the most famous sushi restaurants, but reservations are tricky and they aren't always nice to foreigners. Try these instead.
Looking beyond sushi for your Japanese foodie experience? Try these seafood-based dishes that'll leave you just as satisfied and wanting more.
A little while back I said that for some things it’s better to avoid konbini (aka convenience stores). As I had predicted, this statement raised some eyebrows, but I stand firmly behind it and use Kagetsudo‘s melon pan to support it: […]
If, like us, you’re a fan of all things green tea, your time in Japan won’t be complete without a glimpse into the ancient art of tea ceremony. Here is what you can expect, and where to enjoy it. A little […]
Although the Chinese are one of Japan’s largest minority groups and there are Chinese restaurants aplenty, most Chinese food in Japan has been adjusted to suit local palates. These dishes are called chūka ryouri (which literally means “Chinese cuisine”), but if you’re […]