July 23rd
Five Great Bars Around Meguro Station
Meguro—for when you want to have a couple (or more) decent drinks without being forced to sing, overcharged or having to […]
A Cheapo's guide to Eating & Drinking in Tokyo
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10 Places to Go Terrace Tippling in Tokyo
It’s a great season to sip a drink at a Tokyo terrace bar/cafe while reading a book or chatting with friends. Here are […]
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July 10th
Tokyo Beer Gardens: Where to Spend a Summer Evening
Four picks for places to enjoy a tipple or two.
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July 6th
Five Great Restaurants Near Meguro Station
The area around Meguro Station doesn’t share the hip reputation of neighboring Nakameguro, but there’s a surprising […]
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July 5th
Missed Out on RWC Tickets? A Guide to Tokyo Sports Bars
Not every pub will be showing the games, but luckily there are some good options around town to catch the action.
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July 3rd
5 Foods Under 500 Yen
From cheap Italian meals to classic beef bowls.
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July 2nd
Eating with the Season: 12 Japanese Summer Foods to Try
Japanese summer foods are tasty, refreshing, light—and sometimes you have to catch it yourself! Read on for the season's […]
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June 5th
A Winner Every Time: Eating, Drinking and Testing Your Luck at Kushikatsu Tanaka
Looking to get your junk food on in Tokyo? Don’t fancy a giant bowl of rice with that pork cutlet? Enter the humble […]
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May 30th
The 5-Step Guide to Being Vegetarian/Vegan in Tokyo
Being a vegan or vegetarian in Tokyo can be challenging. But we've got a 5-step guide to make it easier on those with […]
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May 9th
Lavish Lunches: The Best Sets in Shibuya
Try one of these delicious lunch sets in Shibuya which all come in at 1,000 yen or under!
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April 22nd
Tokyo’s 10 Best Value Craft Beer Bars
The cheapest way to enjoy a glass of craft in Tokyo is to buy some at a bottle shop and drink it either outside or at […]
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April 19th
Heaven on a Stick: The What and Where of Yakitori
Don’t know your gizzards from your tail? You’ve come to the right place. Whether it’s a full-blown feast or an […]
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April 4th
HP and Yorkshire Tea: Where to Get a Full English in Tokyo
Eggs, bacon, sausages, mushrooms, tomatoes, beans, toast and at least two hash browns, not to mention a mug of tea to […]
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April 2nd
Not All Skin and Bones: Chicken Wings in Tokyo
Few things spell satisfaction like gnawing on chicken wings and leaving behind a little pyramid of bones, like a less […]
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March 23rd
Three-Tiered Treats: Afternoon Tea in Tokyo
Nothing says luxury like scones, champagne and skyline views.
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March 21st
Sakura R Us: Cherry Blossom-Themed Items in Japan
Love all things cherry blossoms? Here's a guide to seasonal and limited-edition sakura items (food, drinks, tumblers) to […]
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March 14th
Shin-Okubo: Exploring Tokyo’s Biggest Koreatown
Just five minutes from tourist mecca Shinjuku, Shin-Okubo has a vibe unlike anywhere else in Tokyo.
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February 26th
Which Maid Cafe Is For You?
Check out The Granvania—our new cheapo favorite!
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February 14th
Eating with the Seasons: 8 Japanese Spring Foods to Try
From seafood, fruit and even bamboo shoots—these Japanese spring foods will take you on a culinary adventure all season long.
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January 26th
Light As Air: Five Tempura Treasures in Tokyo
Light and crispy or dripping with oil—tempura is the Jekyll and Hyde of Japanese food, but we know where to find the […]
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January 25th
Okonomiyaki: Osaka and Hiroshima-Style Soul Food in Tokyo
It’s hard to precisely and concisely describe okonomiyaki in English. The common translations of “Japanese […]
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January 21st
Eating with the Season: 10 Winter Foods to Try in Japan
10 uniquely Japanese winter foods to try—from yuzu, tofu and the risky dinner option of puffer fish to the celebratory […]
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January 10th
SponsoredThe Epitome of Japanese Fine Dining at 808Tokyo
A contemporary interpretation of kaiseki ryori in its purest form.
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January 7th
Keeping Warm with Nabe: Hot Pot Restaurants in Tokyo
Nabe (or hot pot) is a popular dish that's usually enjoyed in groups. Here are some affordable restaurants in the city.