Heart pounding. Eyes on the finish line. Countdown: 3, 2--watch out for that shell! Well, maybe not quite, but it’s the closest you will get to Mario Kart in real life and easily the coolest way to experience the streets of...

Rock ‘n’ roll might be an American invention, but true guitar nuts know Tokyo is like a mecca of stringed instruments. Whether it’s a vintage Les Paul, a Gibson or shiny ESP, you’ll most likely find it on Ochanomizu’s Meidai Street. The...

If the words Nintendo, Super Mario Brothers and Playstation bring a smile to your face and an itch to your trigger finger, you’ll go bonkers for this three-story fun house in Akihabara, the heartbeat of all things anime, manga and more...

Don’t let a monkfish fool you. It might not have a pretty face, but it is some seriously good eating. The bottom-feeder typically has a huge head, scraggly visage and large mouth, but the meat is some of the most tender and supple...

Located in Chiyoda, this Shinto shrine has been watching over the neighborhoods of Kanda, Nihonbashi, Akihabara, Ootemachi, Marunouchi and others since the 14th century. Although the Gate of God suffered the fires, earthquakes and wars...

Known as the “city of sneakers” to many, Harajuku is filled to the brim with specialty shopping opportunities for sneakerheads. One of the best selections of new release, vintage kicks and rare collaborations can be found at Atmos....

Inspired by the hustle and bustle of NYC burger stands, Henry's burger combines vintage diner vibes with a modern Japanese experience. Built for the casual dining encounter, Henry's only has four seats and offers two menu items: a single...

Located along the Yamanote Line, this street market is always bustling and provides ample shopping options. The literal translation means “candy store alley” but the more intriguing connection dates back to World War II. “Ame” also...

Have you ever had a craving for a luxury crepe finished with a cocktail? Us too. Located in the posh Ginza district, Parla Ginza is not your everyday crepe stand. High-end crepes filled with premium Japanese ingredients await you here,...

A quick 10 minute walk from the Nakameguro station, CABIN sits along the Meguro river and offers an extensive selection of whiskies with particular attention to the Japanese variety. While it feels like a homey log cabin in Canada, the...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

An offshoot of the original and famed Sawamura in Kuruizawa, Sawamura Tokyo has snuck into the hearts of discerning Tokyoites as a favored breakfast/lunch/dinner spot. Although Sawamura Hiroo is up there with the best bakeries in Tokyo,...

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...

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...

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...