In the B1 of most department stores there are amazing prepared foods, breads, snacks, bento boxes, great to eat in a hurry OR to take home for a high quality already cooked meat.
The Isetan in Shinjuku has one of the best b1 food areas in Tokyo, Also LOVE the one in the new Daimaru building in Tokyo Station. This is also a great way to pick up gifts, gourmet food OR a snack for the train.
LShannon
United States
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