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Iron Fairies
There’s no shortage of watering holes in Tokyo, but there’s only one fairy-themed bar with drinks as magical as the décor. Author Ashley Sutton based his bar concept on a series of fantasy books of the same name. A transplant from...
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Jomon (Roppongi)
At first glance, Jomon looks like a slightly more happening version of the thousands of small yakitori joints that dot the side streets of Tokyo. But Jomon is the Izakaya experience on another level – a little louder, a bit more communal...
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Harajuku
By now, everyone's heard of Harajuku thanks to Gwen Stefani's brief appropriation of Tokyo street culture and because of the outside world's fascination with Manga Cosplay. The Harajuku girls are still there with their shock fashion but...
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Harajuku Gyoza Lou
A Gyoza HaikuThe long line moves fast And there you find pork-filled bliss And your soul thanks you.For those craving gyoza and only gyoza, Harajuku Gyozalo is the place to feed the beast. In the middle of Harajuku’s bustling Omotesando...
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GR8
In a fashion and design-obsessed city such as Tokyo, it's no easy feat to keep things fresh and continue to surprise your clientele. But ten years after it burst onto the street fashion scene, GR8 still manages to shake things up on the...
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Fugu Fukuji
Fresh from the Bungo channel, this Ginza gem specializes in serving blowfish dishes. A premier seafood in Japan and a rare find around the world, this delicacy requires restaurants to have a special license in order to serve due to...
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Dept
First opened in 1981, Dept Tokyo built a reputation and following around its premium vintage goods only to suddenly close it's doors in 2011. Well good news folks, the founder's daughter and designer behind Japan's “Mother” brand, Eri...
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Don Quijote
When faced with the question of "what do you get someone who has everything?", take thee to Donki. When you know you want to buy things but don't know what you want to buy and have hours to spare, find your nearest Donki and head there...
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Café Fukuro Sabo (Owl Café)
There is no shortage of themed cafes in Tokyo. Basically whatever you're into - whether it's cats, subservient maids, prisons, hospitals - there's a café to fulfill your wierdest fantasies. And if you happen to have a thing for owls, now...
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C'est Vingt-Trois
C'est Vingt-Trois is the brainchild of Taku Kono who spent 7 formative years in the US between LA and NYC where he developed a deep and abiding love for Michael Jordan, basketball, American hip hop and high-end street fashion.These...
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Robot Restaurant
If we were forced to describe the Robot Restaurant show in a few words, we might start with a light show + vegas cabaret + dance club + furries + robots – but that still doesn't convey how bizarre this combination is. Located in...
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Ramen Jiro
Before you head to this tiny outpost that begat the empire of knock-off Ramen Jiros, you must be prepared to face a challenge that you may not win. If you approach the experience with arrogance and an assumption that all of your previous...
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Nikuzushi at Ebisu Yokocho
Amongst the cluster of restaurants and bars that make Ebisu a prime night-time destination lies a cluster of restaurants and bars called Ebisu Yokocho. Behind the sliding doors of this cramped space, one finds a gloriously chaotic mess...
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Monja Street
Before we go any further, a foodie PSA: Monjayaki is not for everyone. Especially if you're the type who insists on dishes that taste AND look good. Now that we've gotten that disclaimer out of the way, here's a brief and most likely...
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Mihoncho
Tokyo is the global mecca of stationery and Mihoncho is at the center of the fine paper game. Located in Kanda (the more traditional part of Tokyo), this local gem specializes in the highest quality fine paper which boasts an impressive...
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Loopwheeler
Obsessing over where to find the perfect sweatshirt? Look no further than Japan's Loopwheeler. Named after the slow-weaving machines that knit their high-quality wares (a machine only found in Japan), Loopwheeler strives to produce the...
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Katana Exercise
The way of the Samurai is one steeped in ritual and strict codes of conduct that seeks to avoid conflict rather than seek it. But make no mistake, those crazy enough to mess with a samurai often met with the sharp end of the samurai's...
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Kanemasu
Kanemasu is well off the beaten path of most well-known Tokyo restaurants on a literal island that is Tsukishima just east of Ginza and Tsukiji market. There's not much to see on this man-made island but Kanemasu (and if you're feeling...
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Juubanukyou
It's hard to know what came first at Ukyo - the sake or the truffle. Although most refer to Ukyo as a sake bar or izakaya, lately it has become known as the sweet spot for the truffle hunters of Tokyo. In contrast to Tokyo's typical...
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Shosaikan
Feeling more like a museum than a store, this specialty stationary stop favors fancy penmanship. With over 3,000 quality writing utensils available – ranging from ink brushes to traditional fountain pens – the price points vary from $100...
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Senso-ji Shrine
Whether in peak or offpeak season, the Senso-ji Temple is worth the visit. Knows as the oldest temple in Tokyo, this gorgeous piece of work can hold it's own to the grand palace grounds in Thailand. Large and beautifully structured, the...
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Saya-no-yudokoro
Where do you go to relax when you live in a city that never sleeps? While the suburbs and countryside offer the most common retreats, this rare find allows you to enjoy the comfort of a natural hot spring just 30 minutes from Shibuya....
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Tsukiji Fish Market
Taking part in Tsukiji's famed tuna auction is no easy feat. It takes dedication and a really early bedtime (or lack thereof) to be part of the lucky 120 that gets the pleasure of lining up at 3:30am in the morning for a 15 minute show....
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Ushigoro
If you've ever wondered “What exactly is yakiniku?”, Ushigoro is the epitome of craftsmanship, quality and attention to detail when it comes to this Japanese cuisine. Today the style is widespread, but Ushigoro is one of those places...