Japan 2026

A collection of 6 places curated by Ash Schmidt

Places in this collection

  1. HOKKAIDO MILK BAR Asakusa Milk Cafe

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    Japan, 〒111-0032 Tokyo, Taito City, Asakusa, 2 Chome−7−13 北15

    Hokkaido milk soft-serve in cones, cups, cream soda, milkshakes, parfaits, and affogato. Milk Flight (¥880) offers a taste of Hokkaido milk from 3 dairies: Machimura Farm, Kato Farm, and Inoue Milk Farm. Located near Sensō‑ji Temple, Kagetsudō (melon-pan), and a viral curry-pan shop.

    HOKKAIDO MILK BAR Asakusa Milk CafeView on Google Maps

  2. Kappabashi Kitchen Supply Town

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    3-chōme-18-2 Matsugaya, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0036, Japan

    Tokyo's best spot for unique souvenirs like matcha bowls, handcrafted chopsticks, and chopstick holders, with prices cheaper than Don Quijote.

    Kappabashi Kitchen Supply TownView on Google Maps

  3. Flippers

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    Japan, 〒155-0031 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Kitazawa, 2 Chome−26−20 1F

    Known for fluffy and delicious pancakes.

    FlippersView on Google Maps

  4. TOLO COFFEE AND BAKERY

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    Japan, 〒155-0033 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Daita, 5 Chome−3−1 ２F

    Famous for its Totoro cake, which was sold out during the visit.

    TOLO COFFEE AND BAKERYView on Google Maps

  5. Chermside Sandwich

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    Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 1 Chome−6−8 3F WA MALL HARAJUKU TERRACE

    Signature dish is the 'MEAT BOX', featuring tender 'sagari' cut meat with tendons carefully removed. Best shared.

    Chermside SandwichView on Google Maps

  6. NEWoMan Takanawa LUFTBAUM

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    Japan, 〒108-0074 Tokyo, Minato City, Takanawa, 2 Chome−21−1 THE LINKPILLAR1 NORTH 28 29F

    A free, hidden rooftop garden in Tokyo, open until midnight. It's over 300 feet above ground, designed around Japan's four seasons, offering a peaceful atmosphere with real plants, nature sounds, restaurants, bars, and skyline views. It's a great spot for a date night and is currently not crowded.

    NEWoMan Takanawa LUFTBAUMView on Google Maps