japan

A collection of 45 places curated by Lucy

26 trip

Places in this collection

  1. FamilyMart

    shop

    Japan, 〒150-0002 Tokyo, Shibuya, 1-chōme−24−６ マトリクス・ツービル １F

    Recommended to add a Family Mart fried chicken to a 7-Eleven egg salad sando for the ultimate cheap delicious sandwich.

    FamilyMartView on Google Maps

  2. Ginza Tsuboyaki-imo

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 7-chōme−6−４ GINZA7BLDG 1階

    Only sells slow-roasted Japanese sweet potatoes. Mentioned as an alternative for an amazing sweet potato.

    Ginza Tsuboyaki-imoView on Google Maps

  3. Fruits Shomeido

    shop

    70-14 Uematsucho, Chuo Ward, Hamamatsu, Shizuoka 430-0803, Japan

    The melon in Japan is described as next level and a hundred times better than in the states. Mentioned as being available at hotel buffets.

    Fruits ShomeidoView on Google Maps

  4. 7-Eleven

    shop

    1325 Grand Ave, Walnut, CA 91789, USA

    The 7-Eleven egg salad sando is highly praised. Pro tip: add a Family Mart fried chicken for the ultimate cheap delicious sandwich.

    7-ElevenView on Google Maps

  5. Hatoya Asakusa

    cafe

    2-chōme-14-3 Hanakawado, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0033, Japan

    Our favorite matcha from the trip. Recommended to get it with the matcha cold front.

    Hatoya AsakusaView on Google Maps

  6. Giraffa Asakusa

    restaurant

    2-chōme-3-26 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

    Makes something called a curry pan, which is a crispy deep-fried milk bread filled with rich umami Japanese curry and gooey mozzarella cheese. Described as crispy, light, and flavorful.

    Giraffa AsakusaView on Google Maps

  7. Iyoshi Cola

    cafe

    Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 5-chōme−29−１２ 武居ビル

    Makes a freshly made cola that was a favorite.

    Iyoshi ColaView on Google Maps

  8. Men-ya Inoichi

    restaurant

    542 Ebisunochō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8033, Japan

    A Michelin-rated ramen spot in Kyoto. The dark soy ramen with grilled A4 wagyu beef is highlighted as the best bite of the trip. The chefs are described as ramen magicians.

    Men-ya InoichiView on Google Maps

  9. Tonkatsu Marushichi | Monzen-nakacho

    restaurant

    1-chōme-12-5 Monzennakachō, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0048, Japan

    A small restaurant in Tokyo with only about eight seats, known for its katsudon (pork katsu, scrambled eggs, and rice). Described as potentially the best fried pork ever. Expect a wait of over an hour.

    Tonkatsu Marushichi | Monzen-nakachoView on Google Maps

  10. Imo Pippi

    cafe

    2-chōme-3-24 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

    A restaurant in Tokyo specializing in Japanese sweet potato. Their creme brulee sweet potato is highly recommended for its perfect custard and creamy, dense sweet potato.

    Imo PippiView on Google Maps

  11. Fish Market Tsukiji Outer Market

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒104-0045 Tokyo, Chuo City, Tsukiji, 4-chōme−16 および６丁目一部

    A popular tuna nigiri stand at Tsukiji Market in Tokyo, known for incredibly fresh tuna. Expect a line, but it moves fast and is worth it. A tray of tuna nigiri was about fifteen dollars US.

    Fish Market Tsukiji Outer MarketView on Google Maps

  12. Cremia Ice Cream

    cafe

    3-chōme-34-2 Ōsu, Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0011, Japan

    Soft serve from a brand called Cremia, known for its iconic sugar cookie-like cone. The vanilla flavor is milk-flavored and described as incredible. Available at many places across Japan.

    Cremia Ice CreamView on Google Maps

  13. Hikiniku to Come (Kyoto)

    restaurant

    363 Kiyomotochō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0084, Japan

    Number six is a hamburger, not even a cheeseburger. It's in Kyoto at a spot called Hiki Miki to come. They only do one thing, burgers with rice. Their burgers are first grilled then open roasted and you eat them with rice. No buns here. The amount of flavor and moisture in these burgers is unlike anything I've ever had. One of my favorite dinners on the trip.

    Hikiniku to Come (Kyoto)View on Google Maps

  14. Harajuku Gyozarou

    restaurant

    6-chōme-2-4 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

    Number seven is the best gyoza I had on my trip and the best I've ever had. Harajuku gyoza roux in Tokyo. Now you can get them either boiled or pan fried. They're cheap and go down so easily. This is actually one of Chrissy's favorites from the trip.

    Harajuku GyozarouView on Google Maps

  15. T nakameguro | Wagyu T-bone steak

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒153-0051 Tokyo, Meguro City, Kamimeguro, 2-chōme−37−１２ Comfort Nakameguro, 1階

    Number eight is a Wagyu Omakase experience, a tea nakame burrow in Tokyo. They're cutting a fat t bone Wagyu steak and grilling them up as part of the Omakase. Overall, a really fun and delicious experience.

    T nakameguro | Wagyu T-bone steakView on Google Maps

  16. MooKEN

    cafe

    Japan, 〒542-0085 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Shinsaibashisuji, 1-chōme−5−２６ Ｒｉｐｐｌｕ 日宝 大阪屋ビル

    Number nine might have the longest line out of any spot on the list. It's all for these little crispy cream puff donuts. This spot is called Mooken in Osaka. These aren't your average cream puffs. They're delightfully light, crispy, almost caramelly. One bite in and I know exactly why they're so famous among Osaka locals and why they sell it every day.

    MooKENView on Google Maps

  17. Godaime Hanayama Udon Ginza

    restaurant

    3-chōme-14-13 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

    Number ten is the udon set at Kodaimi Hanayama in Tokyo. These extra wide udon noodles are served cold and you dip them right into the sauces. They're so incredibly chewy. I've never had any texture like them. They also come with some delightful tempura as well. And pro tip, the line gets crazy here so get there early. And second pro tip, they actually sell the udon right in their store so stock up after you eat inside.

    Godaime Hanayama Udon GinzaView on Google Maps

  18. Yamacho

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒151-0051 Tokyo, Shibuya, Sendagaya, 3 Chome−52−3 サニー原宿 １階

    Serves clay pot black udon. Walking distance from Harajuku Station.

    YamachoView on Google Maps

  19. flour＋water Nakameguro

    cafe

    1-chōme-30-10 Aobadai, Meguro City, Tokyo 153-0042, Japan

    A bakery and café known for naturally leavened bread and pastries made with high-quality ingredients.

    flour＋water NakameguroView on Google Maps

  20. AMAM DACOTAN

    cafe

    3-chōme-7-6 Kitaaoyama, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0061, Japan

    Originally from Fukuoka, this bakery is famous for its stuffed brioches filled with cream, fruit, or savory ingredients.

    AMAM DACOTANView on Google Maps