Japan Really Wanna Do

A collection of 22 places curated by Alexis

Places in this collection

  1. cas:pace 殼空間

    shop

    Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 3 Chome−24−3 桑原ビル 1階B

    Phone and laptop cases

    cas:pace 殼空間View on Google Maps

  2. BicCamera AKIBA Store

    shop

    4 Chome-1-１ Sotokanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0021, Japan

    Offers tax-free shopping for visitors. Look for tax-free signs and go to the tax-free checkout. Minimum purchase of 5000 yen required. Bring your passport.

    BicCamera AKIBA StoreView on Google Maps

  3. Shinjuku Kitamura Camera

    shop

    3-chōme-26-14 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan

    Large selection of used cameras, rare vintage pieces, and high-end Leica cameras, 2-minute walk from Shinjuku Station

    Shinjuku Kitamura CameraView on Google Maps

  4. fancypods Harajuku

    activity

    Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 1 Chome−6−8 WaMall 原宿テラス 2F

    A store where you can personalize phone cases and other accessories with beads, charms, and patches. Recommended to visit at night to avoid crowds. The process of decorating a phone case takes about 20-30 minutes.

    fancypods HarajukuView on Google Maps

  5. Ikedaya TeaStore Matcha

    shop

    Japan, 〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 1 Chome−1, 小田急エース

    Small store with a variety of matcha including Marukyu Koyamaen and Kanbayashi Shunsho, tea equipment like whisk, bowls, canisters, and other tea varieties. Tax free. Has a little window out front which sells cheap matcha drinks and matcha soft serve.

    Ikedaya TeaStore MatchaView on Google Maps

  6. Masaka (Vegan Izakaya)

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒150-0042 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawacho, 15−1 渋谷PARCO B1

    Vegan restaurant with a huge menu featuring more than 25 shareable small plates. Known for their karaage made from soy based meat.

    Masaka (Vegan Izakaya)View on Google Maps

  7. Rakuzan Kagurazaka

    shop

    4-chōme-3 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 162-0825, Japan

    Offers powdered green tea, with in-house powder similar to MK and friendly service.

    Rakuzan KagurazakaView on Google Maps

  8. Shibuya Loft

    shop

    21-1 Udagawachō, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0042, Japan

    Offers tax-free shopping for visitors. Look for tax-free signs and go to the tax-free checkout. Minimum purchase of 5000 yen required. Bring your passport.

    Shibuya LoftView on Google Maps

  9. Seishō-en Shinjuku Store

    shop

    1 Chome-5-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan

    Offers Yamamasa Koyamaen matcha powder (limited to 2 tins per person) and teawares.

    Seishō-en Shinjuku StoreView on Google Maps

  10. five star camera

    shop

    Japan, 〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 1-chōme−13−６ 浜夕ビル 2階

    Vintage & New Camera Shop.

    five star cameraView on Google Maps

  11. Daruma Jeans

    activity

    Harajuku Tw Building, 4F, 1 Chome-14-24 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

    Custom jeans experience that takes about an hour. Reserved guests get priority, but walk-ins are welcome.

    Daruma JeansView on Google Maps

  12. HYOZAEMON Chopsticks Specialty Shop

    shop

    5 Chome-3-9 Hiroo, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0012, Japan

    Shop selling custom engraved chopsticks as souvenirs from Japan.

    HYOZAEMON Chopsticks Specialty ShopView on Google Maps

  13. HISEKI 東京原宿店

    shop

    Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 1 Chome−15−1 Via, １０４

    Turns old coins into custom rings and necklaces in front of you. The process is fast, taking about 10 minutes, and is surprisingly cheap. Offers a unique souvenir from Japan.

    HISEKI 東京原宿店View on Google Maps

  14. Nijiya

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒604-8022 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Minamikurumayacho, 287 木屋町会館 １階

    Tiny 6 seater izakaya, 7 course vegan omakase, run by 2 chefs, best meal in Japan

    NijiyaView on Google Maps

  15. glänta Kyoto Sanjo Kawaramachi

    shop

    Japan, 〒604-8004 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nakajimachō, 三条通河原町 東入中島町87番地 1F

    A place to create custom handmade rings, offering gold or silver materials, various textures, finishes, and engraving options. Booked appointments allow skipping the line and a private room experience.

    glänta Kyoto Sanjo KawaramachiView on Google Maps

  16. MERCY Vegan Factory KYOTO STATION

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒600-8239 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, 鎌谷町3 エリートイン京都駅地下 1階 Elite Inn Kyoto Station B1F

    MERCY Vegan Factory KYOTO STATIONView on Google Maps

  17. Totaro

    cafe

    101-2 Nushiyachō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8182, Japan

    Tiny cafe that serves matcha and desserts, tried the brown sugar dango, which are sticky rice balls, topped with matcha ganache, scoop of matcha ice cream, and sugar

    TotaroView on Google Maps

  18. MOON and BACK Ramen Bar & Brunch Cafe

    restaurant

    585 Takamiyacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8056, Japan

    Ramen bar with rich Tandan Spicy Ramen. Also serves edamame and tofu.

    MOON and BACK Ramen Bar & Brunch CafeView on Google Maps

  19. Kiyomizu

    cafe

    2 Chome-226 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto 605-0862, Japan

    Coffee shop in Kyoto.

    KiyomizuView on Google Maps

  20. 開運風水花文字屋

    shop

    166 Yamashitacho, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0023, Japan

    Master craftsman engraving shop, specializes in calligraphy and lucky charms, located opposite Kuan Ti Miao temple, closed on Wednesdays

    開運風水花文字屋View on Google Maps