Restaurants & Bars | Tokyo Weekender https://www.tokyoweekender.com/category/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-bars/ Japan's Premier English Magazine Sun, 25 Aug 2024 07:35:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/cropped-TW_red_512-1-512x502.png Restaurants & Bars | Tokyo Weekender https://www.tokyoweekender.com/category/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-bars/ 32 32 This Tokyo Bar Will Hypnotize You, Literally https://www.tokyoweekender.com/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-bars/this-tokyo-bar-will-hypnotize-you-literally/ Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:47:46 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=252571 The Wonder Belly Button (Fushigi no Heso) is a hypnosis café & bar in Shinjuku, named so because “the belly button is where we were once connected to our mothers via the umbilical cord. It’s a symbol of the center of the body, its core,” explained the bar’s proprietor and hypnotist Mr. Endo. “It’s also […]

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]]> 7 Affordable Michelin-Rated Restaurants in Tokyo https://www.tokyoweekender.com/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-bars/7-affordable-michelin-rated-restaurants-in-tokyo/ Tue, 20 Aug 2024 08:18:33 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=252243 The Michelin guide is the gold standard of culinary ratings, and we all wouldn’t mind savoring dishes that are given the French tire company’s stamp of approval. Fortunately, experiencing a Michelin-rated restaurant doesn’t have to break the bank, despite its reputation for being illustrious and fancy. There are plenty of restaurants in Tokyo that have […]

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]]> 4 Must-Visit Date Night Restaurants in Tokyo https://www.tokyoweekender.com/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-bars/the-best-date-night-restaurants-in-tokyo/ Tue, 13 Aug 2024 07:26:28 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=251819 Most of the time, it’s the company you keep and not the location you seek. However, getting to know another person in a romantic setting never hurt anyone, right? Whether you’re taking yourself out, going out with friends or you’ve just matched on an app and are searching for your next date spot, these restaurants […]

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]]> The Best Vegan Bakeries in Tokyo https://www.tokyoweekender.com/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-bars/the-best-vegan-bakeries-in-tokyo/ Thu, 25 Jul 2024 23:44:17 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=251036 Wandering past shops throughout Japan displaying rows of Willy Wonka-style cream cakes, it can be hard not to feel left out if you’re vegan or have a dairy or wheat allergy. Within the last few years, however, the vegan bakery landscape has changed. Tokyo has woken up, and now has its own vegan bakery scene, […]

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]]> Kantan na Yume: A Dreamy Café Serving One-of-a-Kind Japanese Sweets https://www.tokyoweekender.com/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-bars/kantan-na-yume-a-dreamy-cafe-serving-one-of-a-kind-japanese-sweets/ Fri, 19 Jul 2024 03:34:02 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=250506 A miniature peach sits on the table, a gem glittering on its blushed skin. A cup of roasted coffee dwarfs the tiny confection, steaming as the diminutive dessert glimmers in the light coming through the window. This isn’t a real peach — it’s a nerikiri Japanese sweet, made near Yoyogi Park in a beautiful little […]

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]]> Ultimate Guide to Café-Hopping in Tokyo: Best Spots for Coffee, Tea and Ice Cream https://www.tokyoweekender.com/tw-collabs/ultimate-guide-to-cafe-hopping-in-tokyo-best-spots-for-coffee-tea-and-ice-cream/ Wed, 10 Jul 2024 02:00:25 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=250110 Tokyo is famous for its bustling café culture. From traditional tea houses to trendy, aesthetic coffee shops and eccentric hyper-kawaii themed cafés, there are endless options to choose from for an afternoon pick-me-up. And if your sweet tooth is calling, many of these cafés offer sweets and desserts that perfectly pair with your coffee and […]

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]]> 5 Best Restaurants in Tokyo With Outdoor Seating https://www.tokyoweekender.com/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-bars/5-best-restaurants-in-tokyo-with-outdoor-seating/ Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:01:33 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=249548 When the sun is out and there’s a nice breeze, it’s great to be outside. Thankfully, there are plenty of spots in Tokyo where you can enjoy the outdoor air while digging into some top-tier cuisine. Here are five fantastic restaurants across Tokyo to visit on a sunny day. Racines Farm to Park Racines is […]

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]]> The Best Cafes in Tokyo With Wi-Fi (That Aren’t Starbucks) https://www.tokyoweekender.com/food-and-drink/the-best-cafes-in-tokyo-with-wi-fi/ Tue, 25 Jun 2024 03:18:43 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=248975 In the current world of hybrid work models, there are days when you need to put your head down and work, and the office or your home won’t cut it. For those in need of a change of scenery, plus some good coffee and free Wi-Fi to get down to business, here’s a list of […]

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]]> The 5 Best Breakfast Ramen Spots in Tokyo https://www.tokyoweekender.com/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-bars/the-5-best-breakfast-ramen-spots-in-tokyo/ Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:23:40 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=248891 Still eating eggs and toast for breakfast? Why not do as the locals do and try ramen instead? Breakfast ramen is common in certain parts of Japan, but it can be tough to weed out the high-quality morning ramen from the commonplace chain options. Whether you’re out after partying, suffering from jet lag, or just […]

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]]> A Peek Behind the Curtains of a World-Class Sushi Restaurant  https://www.tokyoweekender.com/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-bars/a-peek-behind-the-curtains-of-a-world-class-sushi-restaurant/ Fri, 14 Jun 2024 11:23:07 +0000 https://www.tokyoweekender.com/?p=248314 Sushi is said to embody the essence of Japanese cuisine. It’s mild yet nuanced in flavor, highlighting the quality of the natural ingredients the island nation is blessed with. However, at its core, sushi is relatively simple with just two to three main components: shari (vinegar-seasoned rice), neta (an accompaniment or topping) and wasabi.  The […]

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