Italian cuisine is famous all over the world and is loved by many Japanese. There are plenty of top-notch places where you can savor appetizing Italian dishes in the capital, Tokyo, from amazing pizza joints to authentic fine-dining establishments. However, if you want to take your romantic Italian dining experience to another level, check out…

Japan is famous for its cuisine. It is thought to have the most Michelin Starred restaurants of any country in the world, and takes food very seriously! There are numerous dining options to choose from if you are in staying in Japan. With the growing competitive food market in the country, it can be tough…

Omotesando is a fashionable avenue in Tokyo which targets fashion-conscious urbanites. It is known for its cutting-edge architecture, high-end shops featuring international fashion brands, and relaxing cafes and restaurants. If you ever find yourself spending a lot of time in the area, it would be best to know which places offer the best-tasting lunch and…

Table tennis, also known as “ping-pong,” is one of the classic games around the world. Its popularity spread to Asian countries like Japan through the British armies who held posts in those places. In 2016, Japan’s table tennis representative, Jun Mizutani (水谷隼), made history by winning bronze in the Rio Olympics, the first Olympics table…

Ueno (上野) is one of the oldest cities in Tokyo (東京) and is a must-visit when you are in Japan. Thousands of visitors come to the place due to its rich cultural spots and shopping districts. But aside from these, there are also many places to eat or enjoy a good meal. Many restaurants and…

Have you ever had a tiramisu that literally melts upon contact with your tongue? If you are a sucker for sweet things like I am, I highly recommend trying the tiramisu from Aquila! Aquila Store Aquila is a tiramisu speciality store located in Urawa (浦和) in Saitama (埼玉). The owner is a former Italian chef…

Have you ever dreamed of having an entire meal made from cheese? I certainly have and now, you can turn this dream into a reality at this cheese specialty restaurant in Shibuya (渋谷)! Cheese Cheers Cafe (CCCチーズチーズカフェ) is located in the middle of Shibuya and every dish on their menu, from the appetizers to the…

What do you imagine when you hear mashed potatoes? The typical white mush, occasionally seasoned with oregano or black pepper? Well, there is actually a store in the Tohoku (東北) region called NORMA that offers a new kind of dish that will make you question all of the mashed potatoes you’ve ever eaten. Potato Cream…

For those fans of Iron Chef (料理の鉄人) and the newest iteration Iron Chef America, you probably already know the premise. It takes top chefs from each cuisine – French, Japanese, Italian, and Chinese just to name a few – and has them going up head to head against another chef with a secret ingredient. Growing…

Everyone knows that Shangri-La Hotel Tokyo is one of the best five-star hotels in the country. It is located in an international visitor-friendly shopping and dining hot spots accessible to guests. It does not only boast beautiful rooms and suites but also legendary cuisines. The hotel’s Italian restaurant, Piacere, and Japanese restaurant, Nadaman, will give…