Japan 2026

A collection of 488 places curated by Elias Mendiola

Places in this collection

  1. 400℃ PIZZA TOKYO

    restaurant

    kif annex, 102 13-1 Wakamiyacho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 162-0827, Japan

    Pizza place in Tokyo

    400℃ PIZZA TOKYOView on Google Maps

  2. Eel Nakasho Shinsaibashi store

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒542-0083 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Higashishinsaibashi, 1 Chome−17−15 1階

    Extremely thick eel rice, popular with long queues. The rice is a bit dry.

    Eel Nakasho Shinsaibashi storeView on Google Maps

  3. The Matcha Tokyo Shinjuku

    cafe

    Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 4 Chome−1−6 NEWoMan新宿 1F

    Organic matcha.

    The Matcha Tokyo ShinjukuView on Google Maps

  4. Ramen Kanetora

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒810-0004 Fukuoka, Chuo Ward, Watanabedori, 4 Chome−9−18 福酒ビル 1F

    Chewy tsukemen noodles perfect for dipping. Spice level adjustable—highly recommended

    Ramen KanetoraView on Google Maps

  5. Cup Noodles Museum Osaka Ikeda

    attraction

    8-25 Masumicho, Ikeda, Osaka 563-0041, Japan

    Cup Noodles Museum Osaka IkedaView on Google Maps

  6. Izumo Ikebukuro

    restaurant

    1-chōme-13-7 Nishiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 171-0021, Japan

    Izakaya-style spot known for giant Unatama Don (Unagi + Tamago), generous portions, grilled with a nice bit of char

    Izumo IkebukuroView on Google Maps

  7. Onitsuka Tiger NIPPON MADE Tokyo Midtown Yaesu Store

    shop

    Japan, 〒104-0028 Tokyo, Chuo City, Yaesu, 2 Chome−2−1 東京ミッドタウン八重洲 1F

    Cheapest place to get Onitsuka Tiger shoes in Japan, with craziest options. Shoes were 15,000 yen (about $98 USD, $87 after discount)

    Onitsuka Tiger NIPPON MADE Tokyo Midtown Yaesu StoreView on Google Maps

  8. Shinsekai

    other

    2 Chome-5 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0002, Japan

    Shinsekai is all retro streets and character. Loud, excessive and playful. Not a hidden gem, but it's home to some if you know where to go (especially for kushikatsu)

    ShinsekaiView on Google Maps

  9. Excelsior Caffé

    cafe

    Iwasaki Building, 2 Chome-6-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan

    Finish the night off at Excelsior Caffe and get a Cremia ice cream

    Excelsior CafféView on Google Maps

  10. Asics

    shop

    Japan, 〒542-0085 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Shinsaibashisuji, 1 Chome−8−1 心斎橋カワチビル 1F

    Plenty of stock here, super helpful staff

    AsicsView on Google Maps

  11. Menya Shichisai

    restaurant

    2 Chome-13-2 Hatchobori, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0032, Japan

    Unique individual booth experience

    Menya ShichisaiView on Google Maps

  12. Kamatama Chukasoba Napoleon-ken

    restaurant

    1 Chome-5-1 Nakane, Meguro City, Tokyo 152-0031, Japan

    Ramen shop with chewy noodles

    Kamatama Chukasoba Napoleon-kenView on Google Maps

  13. Sato Yosuke Ginza Inaniwa Udon

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 6 Chome−4−17 銀座出井ビル 1階

    Restaurant that only serves beef patties with rice and an egg yolk, book in advance

    Sato Yosuke Ginza Inaniwa UdonView on Google Maps

  14. Bar Livet

    bar

    東京都, Japan

    Whiskey & chocolate pairing, walk in possible

    Bar LivetView on Google Maps

  15. Saryo Tsujiri Tea House

    cafe

    Japan, 〒600-8555 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Higashishiokojicho, 901 ジェイアール京都伊勢丹 6階

    Matcha cafe

    Saryo Tsujiri Tea HouseView on Google Maps

  16. Sen

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒171-0021 Tokyo, Toshima City, Nishiikebukuro, 1 Chome−24−8 江戸半ビル 1階

    Serves medium-thick straight noodles made with Hokkaido wheat, delivering a smooth yet chewy texture. Pairs perfectly with a rich concentrated soup. The char siu features juicy pork and chicken tender and full of flavor. Finish with the wari soup.

    SenView on Google Maps

  17. Kyoto

    other

    Kyoto, Japan

    Insane day trip

    KyotoView on Google Maps

  18. Turret Coffee

    cafe

    5 Chome-3-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0045, Japan

    Mentioned as a place to visit in Ginza

    Turret CoffeeView on Google Maps

  19. Onigiri Hatsuki

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒604-8144 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Motohonenjicho, 683 烏丸錦ビル １階

    Onigiri was freshly made, huge and delicious, truffle chicken & cream cheese

    Onigiri HatsukiView on Google Maps

  20. HEP FIVE

    shop

    5-15 Kakudacho, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0017, Japan

    150+ Stores, dining, Pokemon events, Ferris wheel with views of Osaka

    HEP FIVEView on Google Maps