Japan 2026

A collection of 195 places curated by Maegan Hayward

Places in this collection

  1. Odai Sushi

    restaurant

    9-22 Sagakariwakechō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8342, Japan

    A tiny family home turned into a sushi counter, where the chef serves what’s fresh that morning, piece by piece, in silence. No sign outside, no menu. Just decades of mastery hidden in a quiet Kyoto residential street.

    Odai SushiView on Google Maps

  2. Omote-Sando Ave

    other

    Tokyo, Japan

    A street to stroll down before heading to Shibuya.

    Omote-Sando AveView on Google Maps

  3. Tokyo Solamachi

    shop

    1 Chome-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan

    Shopping center located at Tokyo Skytree.

    Tokyo SolamachiView on Google Maps

  4. Sumō Museum

    attraction

    Japan, 〒130-0015 Tokyo, Sumida City, Yokoami, 1-chōme−3−２８ 国技館 1階

    A free museum in the sumo district, recommended on Day 3.

    Sumō MuseumView on Google Maps

  5. Ginza Steak Shibuya

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒150-0031 Tokyo, Shibuya, Sakuragaokacho, 15−17 渋谷グランベルホテル ２F

    All you can eat Wagyu, lunch set has great value, get the Akami meat because it isn’t too rich (unless you like super rich Wagyu), wear stretchy pants.

    Ginza Steak ShibuyaView on Google Maps

  6. Age.3 GINZA

    cafe

    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 1-chōme−24−１１ 杉浦ビル 1Ｆ

    Age.3 GINZAView on Google Maps

  7. Standing Sushi Bar

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 1 Chome−16−4 国際通りビル, 3F

    A hidden gem sushi spot near Shinjuku station, offering sushi starting at 88 cents for two pieces.

    Standing Sushi BarView on Google Maps

  8. Stabler Shimokitazawa Meatsand

    restaurant

    2 Chome-12-15 Kitazawa, Setagaya City, Tokyo 155-0031, Japan

    A restaurant serving steak sandwiches, with an option for garlic chips as a topping.

    Stabler Shimokitazawa MeatsandView on Google Maps

  9. Roast Beef Ōno Akihabara

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒101-0021 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 1 Chome−2−3 土屋ビル 地下1階

    A restaurant known for its delicious roast beef bowl with a rich and refreshing combination of flavors.

    Roast Beef Ōno AkihabaraView on Google Maps

  10. Ginza Hachigou

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 3 Chome−14−2 第一はなぶさビル 1階

    A luxury ramen spot, recommended for its Japanese/French fusion experience with foie gras ravioli.

    Ginza HachigouView on Google Maps

  11. Gyukatsu Motomura Shibuya Branch

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒150-0002 Tokyo, Shibuya, 3-chōme−18−１０ 大野ビル2号館 B1F

    A chain restaurant serving gyukatsu, described as one of the best bites of food.

    Gyukatsu Motomura Shibuya BranchView on Google Maps

  12. Otago Nenbutsuji Temple

    attraction

    2-5 Sagatoriimoto Fukatanichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8439, Japan

    Home to over 1,200 unique stone statues, each with its own unique expression. Entrance fee ~300 yen. Go early morning or late afternoon to have the place to yourself.

    Otago Nenbutsuji TempleView on Google Maps

  13. Peace Torii

    attraction

    80-1 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0522, Japan

    Described as the most scenic Torii gate in the world, part of a magical shrine in Hakone.

    Peace ToriiView on Google Maps

  14. Tokyo

    other

    Tokyo, Japan

    This place serves fried sandwiches, including original cream, strawberry cream cheese, and grilled cheese. The creator found them delicious but messy and greasy, rating it perfectly hyped.

    TokyoView on Google Maps

  15. The Matcha Tokyo Miyashita Park

    cafe

    Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 6 Chome−20−10 South 2F

    The creator found the matcha overhyped, especially the ice cream.

    The Matcha Tokyo Miyashita ParkView on Google Maps

  16. Menchirashi

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 6-chōme−13−７ 1F

    The creator found the carbonara udon bland and overhyped despite a long line.

    MenchirashiView on Google Maps

  17. Sushi Dai

    restaurant

    6 Chome-5-1 Toyosu, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0061, Japan

    A Michelin star omakase that requires waking up at 4 AM. The creator called it the best sushi they've ever had and underhyped.

    Sushi DaiView on Google Maps

  18. I’m donut ? Nakameguro

    cafe

    1 Chome-22-10 Kamimeguro, Meguro City, Tokyo 153-0051, Japan

    A popular donut shop with massive lines. The creator found the donuts to be among the best they've ever had and perfectly hyped.

    I’m donut ? NakameguroView on Google Maps

  19. Nihonbashi Kaisen Donburi Tsujihan Nihonbashi

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒103-0027 Tokyo, Chuo City, Nihonbashi, 3-chōme−1−１５ 久栄ビル １Ｆ

    This restaurant serves only one item, a popular seafood bowl, and has multiple locations. The creator found it perfectly hyped.

    Nihonbashi Kaisen Donburi Tsujihan NihonbashiView on Google Maps

  20. Kunōzan Tōshōgū

    attraction

    390 Negoya, Suruga Ward, Shizuoka, 422-8011, Japan

    Located nearby, this shrine preserves the timeless atmosphere of old Japan and is associated with a Tokugawa shogun.

    Kunōzan TōshōgūView on Google Maps