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Coconoma Season Dining
I recently visited Roppongi for a day of museum hopping:http://www.deepjapan.org/a/3738Before I got started, however, I stopped by Coconoma Season Dining for lunch. They're located in the chic Roppongi Hotel and Residence building in 1-chome, just a few minutes walk from Tokyo Metro's Roppong…(270 words)
Former Deep Japan Writer
A Cozy Tavern in Shibuya, offering Local Cuisine of the Mt. Fuji Region.
Shibuya is known as an exciting town, a center of the latest culture. This city attracts both young and old.This reputation for new and cutting edge is perfectly true, but the other side of Shibuya is historical and retro. A small town with a never-changing atmosphere, people and stores thrives…(566 words)
Hagi
Enjoy Craft Beer, Delicious Pizza at Two Dogs in Roppongi
The craft beer movement is booming here in Japan, with new establishments and brands popping up all the time. Opened in Spring 2013, Two Dogs Taproom offers 25 beers on tap plus bottled offerings from around the world at their multilevel brewery and restaurant just a block off the main drag in Ropp…(339 words)
Petra
One Vine Day…
Those who follow trends in alcoholic beverages may know, that Japan`s whiskies have done very well in international competitions. For example, Distiller Suntory was named` Distiller of the Year` at the International Spirit Challenge this year-for the third consecutive time. Japanese wines have …(527 words)
GoodPeople
Start Your Deeper Sushi Education
Sushi. One of life’s little delicious pleasures. Say the word and images of towers of empty plates at kaiten (“conveyer belt”) sushi shops spring to mind. The food is so popular that the once only-in-Japan item can now be found around the world in nearly every supermarket’s take-away section.If…(346 words)
Former Deep Japan Writer
High End Tempura Dining
So if you are like me and love the oxymoron of a food dish, which we all know and love called tempura, then you are in for a foodie treat. Being both a healthy vegetable and fried food at the same time, tempura is the perfect nibble anytime of the day. So what’s new about it you might ask? You can …(322 words)
Alex
Italian Deliciousness in Delightful Izu
Izu is a favourite go-to locale for Japanese and tourists alike; its seaside hotels, hot springs, and some of the freshest seafood in the country are only a few of the reasons why. I recently spent a few nights there (in the Ito region) partaking in so much that the peninsula has to offer.So im…(225 words)
Former Deep Japan Writer
Skipjack Tuna (Katsuo) in Japanese cuisine
Skipjack tuna is used extensively in Japanese cuisine, where it is known as katsuo. It is smoked and dried to make katsuobushi, the central ingredient in dashi(=a common Japanese fish stock).Besides being used as katsuobushi, it can be eaten seared (katsuo tataki) and raw in sushi and sashimi. As…(69 words)
OKAKI-sun
Make Friends with Great Food at AMI in Ishikawacho
Ami is a wonderful Japanese-Euro fusion bistro that's located just around the corner from Ishikawacho Station. It’s a tiny, comfortably cozy place run by well-known local chef, Yasu. Bossa nova jazz-infused music fills the atmosphere; the interior is left intentionally sparse, so as not to distract…(151 words)
Former Deep Japan Writer
Cantonese Cuisine Restaurant, Ryusenkaku in Yokohama Chinatown
Ryusenkaku is a very popular restaurant which local workers in Chinatown visit repeatly. It's a tiny restaurant, but their food is undoubtedly good. Fresh, hot and well cooked. Especially, their fried noodle with various vegetables, seafood, and meat is fabulous. It's elaborately prepared food with…(183 words)
Suetsumuhana
Molecular Gastronomy at Mandarin Oriental
For those who have never been to Japan before, when someone mentions the island nation, many preconceived perceptions may come to mind. Stories of a land that is technologically advanced and driven filled with striking trends and exotic fare are what often come to mind. This perception is also like…(278 words)
Alex
Yokohama's Best BBQ and Beer
Bashamichi Taproom is now celebrating their 4th year of serving locals and guests some of the most amazing authentic American-style barbecue and first rate craft beer. The restaurant, located in an area filled with jazz bars, coffee shops, and an exciting night life, has three floors, and is actual…(215 words)
Former Deep Japan Writer
Pokemon Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire Cafe in Shibuya
The Guest Cafe&diner on the 7th Floor of Shibuya PARCO PART 1 has had many different themed cafes before from Hello Kitty to Funasshi Cafe. Opened from January 9th, the Pokemon Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire cafe is an adorable attraction for anyone in or visiting the Shibuya area.The cafe offers a …(379 words)
Alex Kobayashi /Subtokyo
While in Japan Enjoy the Planet's Healthiest Drink, Green Tea
Yes, I love green tea too! I remember working in my Japanese firm and there was always a green tea machine on the floor. Just like we have water stations in offices overseas, Japanese companies have hot or cold green tea dispensers for your health and happiness 24/7.There are many reasons why peo…(564 words)
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February, US Black History Month
February is Black History Month in the US. The Pink Cow was the first place in Tokyo and has been celebrating African-American History Month for 10 years now! We are very proud of the contributions of African-Americans to our rich US culture and history and want to share some of that with people fr…(318 words)
Traci Pink Cow
Chocolate on Valentine, chocolate any time
I am Belgian. Don't talk to me about Swiss chocolate. Or nightmarishly, French chocolate. I have been eating chocolate everyday under any possible form since I was born, and most probably my mum gave me chocolate in my bib when I was a baby. Today, I had hot chocolate in the morning. If you…(274 words)
Claire
Make a Break for Coffee
The cold and wet of these last few weeks has certainly put me in the mood for coffee. And I can think of no better place for a better cup of it than Café Elliott Avenue in Yokohama.Café Elliott Avenue has been a local favourite for years, run by Seattle-trained baristas Junko and Kengo, who mak…(216 words)
Former Deep Japan Writer
Hot Cake at Jinguen in Harajuku
Do you like pancake? It is very popular now and many foreign style pancake shops are opened in Japan. Harajuku is famous pancake battleground, you will see many pancake shops especially Hawaiian style, and some have long lines in front of the shops. However, I would like to show you very Japanese …(175 words)
skymaho
Hakata Ippudo Ramen in Asakusa
Asakusa is known for the sweets and senbei sold near Senso-ji temple, but there are also quite a few ramen shops in this area. There must be at least 20. The newest one is Hakata Ippudo Ramen's new Asakusa store. It just opened this March in the new ROX 3G building near the TX Asakusa station.I…(278 words)
David
Shimokitazawa Area Restaurants #3 Pizzeria LaBefena
From the outside of Pizzeria LaBefena it would be understandable if you saw it as no more than any other small one man operation selling Italian~Japanese style catering to the taste of the local market. but once you take a few steps to the door you enter into a restaurant where you know immediately…(495 words)
Andrew Grimes
Vietnamese Dining in the Heart of Roppongi
Cyclo is a trendy, semi-casual Vietnamese restaurant located in Roppongi Green Hills. They have a lovely spacious interior with, comfortably dimly lit, with clean tables and interesting decor. The staff are courteous and treat customers well.Their menu has quite a lot to choose from, all the st…(262 words)
Former Deep Japan Writer
A little bit of Kyushu in Tokyo
While a visit to Kyushu Japan’s southern archipelago is highly recommended, the 1,000 Km trip from Tokyo often means short-term Japan travelers and even long-term foreign residents don’t travel there or get there often enough. Fortunately, we can get a taste of Kyushu right here in Tokyo for a reas…(223 words)
Aron
Ramen Noodle Shop “ Ippudo”
I would like to introduce a ramen shop called “Ippudo” which has many exuberant fans in Japan.The “Ippudo” originated in Hakata of Fukuoka prefecture serves not only Tonkotsu Ramen (Pork Bone Broth Ramen Noodle Soup), but also other flavors like Shoyu Ramen (Soy Sauce Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup) a…(113 words)
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A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Kiuchi Brewery
If you're a beer enthusiast, nothing is better than a brewery tour. You get to go behind the scenes and see how your favorite brew is made and sample the freshest product.Beer enthusiasts visiting Japan should make their way out to Kiuchi Brewery, home of Hitachino Nest Beer, to have a look at …(368 words)
Petra
We All Scream For Ice Cream!
With Japan soon entering the rainy season and summer, there's neither a quicker nor easier way to keep cool and feel refreshed than with - scream it with me - ICE CREAM!Should you be lucky enough to be in the right area, I'd like to recommend you have a lick at Paletas Frozen Fruit Bar. Their f…(336 words)
Former Deep Japan Writer
Deep crawl at night in Shinjuku - Golden Gai(District)
Which is the best place to visit in Tokyo at night?To experience the local and enjoy the talk with the locals?Well, one has his/her own interest so does other. And Tokyo has so many options to offer. So it's not easy to pick only one.But this is for you who might be looking for some ol…(294 words)
Zara
One-of-a-kind kakigōri (shaved Ice dessert) for Adults
Have you tried Japanese traditional summer sweets, “kakigōri” (shaved ice dessert)? Kakigori has been going under great changes in recent years and I would like to bring you up to date about this popular summer sweets loved by Japanese people.kakigōri was already mentioned in the book written m…(446 words)
Tackey
Takayama: A Sake Lover’s Paradise
Known as “Little Kyoto”, Takayama is very famous for its sake. The old town hosts several breweries, some of them existing for several centuries, and each having its own “style”. The perfect spot to visit for Sake enthusiasts everywhere! To introduce the town further, let’s go through a brief overv…(223 words)
Japanista
"If you knew Sushi..."
Tama Sushi, their HQ and prime restaurant in the area famous for the largest wholesale fish market in the world, Tsukiji, invited three lucky DeepJapan senpai to try their 'Nigiri Sushi Experience', give feedback and ideas as well as share the experience with DeepJapan readers and our friends. (Spo…(686 words)
GoodPeople
A Unique Experience of Chinese Cuisine for the Japanese Palate at Ginza Aster
Last week I was lucky enough to have lunch at Ginza Aster with a couple of friends. I had not been there before although I had heard that it was a quite a classy establishment and had walked past many times when walking around in Ginza so I knew of it and always wanted to try eating there. The…(404 words)
Adstev73
Kobe Beef: The Caviar of Meat
Everyone has heard about Kobe beef at least once while venturing out to their favorite steak restaurant. It’s definitely one of the best you can find in Japan. If you are a meat lover, you know it’s considered the epitome of fine dining.But what is, exactly, Kobe beef, and how is it prepared? W…(252 words)
Japanista
Osaka Souvenir
Hello guys. This is my first writing. My friend gave me this Osaka souvenir. This is pancake of black beans. Black Beans are Kuromame in Japanese. Do you know black beans? Black beans are Japanese beans. It was so delicious, so I ate a lot. Maybe I was getting fat.(50 words)
Haruka
A night to remember at Ginza Aster
I was invited to the special quarterly dinner at Ginza Aster, Shinochanomizu branch. This was honestly the best Chinese meal I have ever had. The effort put into each dish by the team of more than 20chefs, the ingredients, and the presentation were all outstanding. The concept of the eveni…(370 words)
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Grand Wine and Fine Yakitori in Yokohama
Toriromeo was among the first restaurants to help revive Ishikawacho's food Renaissance back in 2010. It's an intimate, attractive yakitori shop with a counter that only seats nine, and customers lucky enough to sit down are always glad that's so. The no-gimmicks menu offers about 30 varieties of g…(294 words)
Former Deep Japan Writer
Connecting with your customers: what I learned watching a Sushi Master from Tama Sushi in Action
Taking a Sushi class at Tama Sushi close to Tsukiji was real fun, but also truly eye-opening. I realized that if I ever want to change profession and become a successful Itamae (Sushi Chef) it takes a lot more than just knowing how to cut the fish properly or how to produce a pretty shaped nigiri. …(489 words)
Katharina
A special place for a special occasion
If you are looking for a special place for special occasion with a special person I would like to suggest that Ginza Aster will certainly fulfill all of your needs. I had the privilege of dining there recently with some friends and it was fantastic. The décor and service make the atmosphere really …(234 words)
Adstev73
An Elegant Lunch - Chinese Fine Dining at Ginza Aster
I recently had the pleasure of having lunch at Ginza Aster, a very well-known Chinese restaurant with a long history in the heart of downtown Ginza. The restaurant is famous for very good reasons. They offer some of the finest Chinese food available in the country, food that comes with excellent se…(388 words)
Former Deep Japan Writer
Mario i Sentieri
This restaurant's name "Mario i Sentieri" means "Mario's Paths" in English, as chef Mario says he wants his patrons to see their time at his restaurant as an experience, and it was clearly the best restaurant dining experience of my life so far.The lighting is dim enough to be relaxing and roma…(421 words)
Laurier Tiernan
Casual Cool Dining in the Hippest Part of Tokyo Town
I knew I wanted to come back after my first visit; now after several, Weekend Garage Tokyo has become my latest favourite Shibuya-Ebisu-Daikanyama hang. They're a unusually large restaurant/live house unconventionally located on an almost hidden street along the JR Yamanote Line train tracks.We…(267 words)
Former Deep Japan Writer
The History of Aster Ginza
The story of the history of the Ginza Aster brand is a very interesting one. Established in 1926, its first product was an American style of Chinese food – Chop Suey, and It’s initial store in Ginza proved very popular soon after opening. Although interrupted by the War and the recovery of Japan …(272 words)
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