There’s never a bad time to visit Japan’s former capital, but May is an especially good time.
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Matcha wine, sausage, and desserts also on offer at elegant restaurant in the heart of the city.
Meteorite Curry and Amethyst Panna Cotta are just two of the elegant and educational foods at Usaginonedoko.
Eat like an undead and indulge in a little light cosplay at this limited-time cafe celebrating the upcoming Tokyo Ghoul franchise.
Although bleak and scary on the outside, on the inside Maruya is the epitome of reliability and value.
This part of Japan is often overlooked by foodies, but ironically it’s hard to see over these towering desserts.
Shake Shack has no problem selling its sandwiches in Japan, but it’s decided to give away over a million yen in food anyway.
Hello Kitty’s frog buddy sits with lonely diners, entices with adorable, delicious food and drinks.
Moulded by hand by a sushi chef in front of you at the counter, this impressive selection is the type of special locals usually keep a secret to themselves.
In a country filled with great bakeries, you’ve got to do something special to stand out, and this shop/cafe in downtown Tokyo does just that.
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