Tokyo, Japan’s capital city, attracts millions of tourists a year. This massive metropolitan area is home to famous landmarks such as Senso-ji Temple, the oldest Buddhist temple in the country, Akihabara, the otaku mecca of manga, anime, and video games, and Shibuya’s famous Scramble Crossing that sees thousands of crossers per minute. These are just…

The Japanese just adore their cake shops and bakeries. Despite bread not being a big part of the Japanese diet until relatively recently, bakeries, patisseries, and cafes have gained huge popularity for coffee and cake lovers all over the country. Jiyugaoka is a sweet community with a village-like feel to it, and it is found…

Have you ever wished that you could enjoy a campfire meal without the hassle of preparing an actual campfire or going out into the woods? If so, The Banff might be the cafe for you. About The Banff A post shared by THE BANFF 自由が丘 (@the_banff) on Sep 16, 2016 at 2:49am PDT If it’s…

If you think you’ve explored everything Tokyo (東京) has to offer, think again. There’s a place in Jiyugaoka (自由が丘) that is literally hidden from the public eye but could make your jaw drop, especially if traditional Japan is your thing. Kosoan (古桑庵), a tea house, is a real hidden treasure which is open to guests…

Are you looking for some delicious homemade burgers? If so, Jiyugaoka Burger (自由が丘バーガー) is the perfect place for you to visit! This restaurant has become increasingly popular due to their healthy and good-tasting ingredients. Let’s find out more about it and its burgers! Jiyugaoka Burger View this post on Instagram 自由が丘バーガー 青山店 🍔テリヤキカシスバーガー🍔 EATの居抜きに自由が丘バーガーが6月にオープンしていた😲 ジンジャーベースのテリヤキソースにカシスを加えたテリヤキカシスバーガー、そこにチーズをトッピング🧀…

Are you looking for a place to enjoy a filling, cozy breakfast with delicious soup and bread? Then you better check out potage! potage is, as the name suggests, a potage (a thick soup) specialty restaurant that serves bouillon-based vegetable soups, homemade bread, and handmade baked sweets. potage View this post on Instagram . 🚃奥沢駅…

Non-aficionados maybe not be familiar with the burger scene but scouting good legit burgers is a highly acclaimed skill especially in Japan, where “hamburg steaks” may throw you off the scent. Hamburg steaks are very popular in Japan but do not be fooled, they are arabiki 粗びき meat patties, or a mixture of coarse ground…

“Fete” means “festivities” in French. The fete cafe serves stylish healthy meals made from home grown, organic vegetables. This cafe is a great spot to dine for anyone who does not get enough greens in their daily diet. All of their meals are completely organic including the dressing on the salads. This cafe also provides…