Japan 2026

A collection of 294 places curated by Jeffrey Alterman

Places in this collection

  1. Betty Smith Ginza

    shop

    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 4 Chome−1−1 NISHIGINZA B2F

    Custom denim workshop, tax free shopping, easier to book last minute, offers same products as Ebisu location including denim jackets and jeans, cuts that are made to complement a woman's silhouette, hemming is also included

    Betty Smith GinzaView on Google Maps

  2. BRISK STAND SUNSHINECITY

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒170-0013 Tokyo, Toshima City, Higashiikebukuro, 3 Chome−1−2 サンシャインシティ 専門店街アルパ 3F

    Japan Burger Championship winner, known for juicy steakhouse-like beef, crispy seared edges, sweet onions, and melted cheese

    BRISK STAND SUNSHINECITYView on Google Maps

  3. Tatsunoya辰乃家

    restaurant

    1 Chome-2-7 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan

    Izakaya specializing in chicken meatballs cooked over charcoal and glazed with a sticky soy sauce, served with extra sauce and egg yolk for dipping. Located in Memory Lane (Yakitori Alley).

    Tatsunoya辰乃家View on Google Maps

  4. Hakata Standard

    restaurant

    5 Chome-50-1 Nakano, Nakano City, Tokyo 164-0001, Japan

    One of the best izakayas in Nakano

    Hakata StandardView on Google Maps

  5. Honky Tonk

    bar

    東京都, Japan

    Beer

    Honky TonkView on Google Maps

  6. Weapon shop

    shop

    Japan, 〒164-0001 Tokyo, Nakano City, Nakano, 5 Chome−52−1 階 125号

    Cosmetics shop

    Weapon shopView on Google Maps

  7. Maguro Mart

    restaurant

    5-chōme-50-3 Nakano, Nakano City, Tokyo 164-0001, Japan

    One of the craziest culinary experiences

    Maguro MartView on Google Maps

  8. Nakano City

    other

    Tokyo, Japan

    Cool alleys with izakayas, manga, and cheap drinks

    Nakano CityView on Google Maps

  9. Mandarake Nakano

    shop

    5-chōme-52-15 Nakano, Nakano City, Tokyo 164-0001, Japan

    Full sets of manga for 95% off

    Mandarake NakanoView on Google Maps

  10. PST Roppongi (Pizza Studio Tamaki Roppongi)

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 7-chōme−6−２ 六本木エムケイアートレジデンス 1F

    Known for having some of the best pizza in Tokyo, light airy crispy crust, recommends margarita and spicy nduja pizza, make a reservation.

    PST Roppongi (Pizza Studio Tamaki Roppongi)View on Google Maps

  11. Katsukura Shijo Teramachi

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒600-8004 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Naramonocho, 379

    #4. KATSUKURA SHIJO TERAMACHI tonkatsu Tabeleg: 3.16

    Katsukura Shijo TeramachiView on Google Maps

  12. Onikai

    restaurant

    388 二階 Komeyacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8026, Japan

    #1. ONIKAI izakaya Tabeleg: 3.62

    OnikaiView on Google Maps

  13. Wagyu Volcano OAGARI, Gion

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒605-0073 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Gionmachi Kitagawa, 347-9 サンシステム祇園ソーシャルビル 1階

    #3. WAGYU VOLCANO OAGARI wagyu donburi Tabeleg: 3.62

    Wagyu Volcano OAGARI, GionView on Google Maps

  14. Panel Cafe Kyoto

    cafe

    Japan, 〒605-0079 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Tokiwacho, 165番地 ジェイ・プライド祇園白川 1階

    #5. PANEL CAFE fluffy pancakes Tabeleg: 3.48

    Panel Cafe KyotoView on Google Maps

  15. Tendon Makino Kyoto Teramachi

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒604-8047 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nakasujicho, 481-3

    #2. TENDON MAKINO KYOTO TERAMACHI tempura donburi Tabeleg: 3.44

    Tendon Makino Kyoto TeramachiView on Google Maps

  16. Higashi Chaya District

    attraction

    1 Chome-13 Higashiyama, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0831, Japan

    More refined, but still great for night dining.

    Higashi Chaya DistrictView on Google Maps

  17. Kiyamachi-dori

    attraction

    Kyoto, Japan

    More local, lots of hidden spots.

    Kiyamachi-doriView on Google Maps

  18. Harmonica Yokocyo

    attraction

    1-chōme-1 Kichijōji Honchō, Musashino, Tokyo 180-0004, Japan

    Less touristy, great vibe.

    Harmonica YokocyoView on Google Maps

  19. Omicho Market

    shop

    50 Kamiomicho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0905, Japan

    Seafood + small local spots nearby.

    Omicho MarketView on Google Maps

  20. Shinsekai

    other

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

    More casual, local eats.

    ShinsekaiView on Google Maps