Japan

Take a delectable quick peek into the newest and hottest restaurants in the Philippines! It’s all about epicurean enjoyment here!

Alice in a Labyrinth Restaurant in Ginza, Tokyo: A Place to Live Your Fairy-Tale Dream

Alice in a Labyrinth Restaurant in Ginza, Tokyo: A Place to Live Your Fairy-Tale Dream

Alice in a Labyrinth is a themed restaurant in Tokyo that is hugely sought after not just for the food but for the overall experience.
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  • Concept dining
  • Tokyo
  • Tokyo Restaurants 2018
  • Japanese
  • Concept dining
  • Tokyo Restaurants 2018
    • (CLOSED) Matcha Stand Maiko in Yurakucho, Tokyo: The Shop That Will Convert Non-Matcha Lovers

    (CLOSED) Matcha Stand Maiko in Yurakucho, Tokyo: The Shop That Will Convert Non-Matcha Lovers

    A Japanese-owned business, Matcha Stand Maiko was first launched in Waikiki, Hawaii in 2016.
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  • Japan
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Cafe
  • Tokyo
  • Japanese
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Cafe
    • Takoyaki Museum in Odaiba, Tokyo: A Must-Visit for Takoyaki Lovers!

    Takoyaki Museum in Odaiba, Tokyo: A Must-Visit for Takoyaki Lovers!

    Takoyaki Museum has nicely curated Osaka’s well-established takoyaki shops in one place.
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  • Japan
  • Tokyo
  • Tokyo Restaurants 2018
  • Japanese
  • Tokyo Restaurants 2018
    • Tokyo Ramen Street in Tokyo: The Best of Japan’s Ramen Restaurants in One Place

    Tokyo Ramen Street in Tokyo: The Best of Japan’s Ramen Restaurants in One Place

    Tokyo Ramen Street was designed to gather some of the best ramen shops and let people enjoy them in one place.
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  • Japan
  • Ramen
  • Tokyo
  • Tokyo Restaurants 2018
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
  • Tokyo Restaurants 2018
    • Ramen Due Edo Japan in Tokyo: Japanese-Italian Fusion Ramen to Fall in Love With

    Ramen Due Edo Japan in Tokyo: Japanese-Italian Fusion Ramen to Fall in Love With

    Ramen Due Edo Japan is a special branch of Due Italian, a Michelin Bib Gourmand-listed restaurant in Tokyo for three consecutive years.
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  • Ramen
  • Tokyo
  • Tokyo Restaurants 2018
  • Fusion
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
  • Tokyo Restaurants 2018
    • Pokémon Cafe in Nihombashi, Tokyo: A Must-Visit for Pokémon Fans of All Ages!

    Pokémon Cafe in Nihombashi, Tokyo: A Must-Visit for Pokémon Fans of All Ages!

    Opened in March 2018, the Pokémon Cafe at Takashimaya Nihombashi is the world’s first permanent Pokémon Cafe.
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  • Japan
  • Cafe
  • Concept dining
  • Tokyo
  • Tokyo Restaurants 2018
  • American
  • Japanese
  • Cafe
  • Concept dining
  • Tokyo Restaurants 2018
    • Sapporo Kanihonke: A Must-Try Authentic Crab Cuisine in Japan

    Sapporo Kanihonke: A Must-Try Authentic Crab Cuisine in Japan

    It’s time for you to meet their King… crab.
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  • Nagoya
  • Japanese
    • Noboribetsu Enma Yakisoba

    Noboribetsu Enma Yakisoba

    Make sure you order the Yakisoba set menu with kimchi and miso soup.
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  • Hakodate Restaurant 2018
  • Noboribetsu
  • Japanese
  • Hakodate Restaurant 2018
    • Ton-etsu in Hakodate, Japan

    Ton-etsu in Hakodate, Japan

    Ton-etsu is a tonkatsu restaurant that has been using two ways of cooking tonkatsu.
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  • Hakodate
  • Hakodate Restaurant 2018
  • Tonkatsu
  • Hakodate Restaurant 2018
  • Tonkatsu
    • Hasegawa Store in Hakodate, Japan: A Convenience Store Chain Famous for Bentos

    Hasegawa Store in Hakodate, Japan: A Convenience Store Chain Famous for Bentos

    Try their Yakitori Bento!
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  • Hakodate
  • Hakodate Restaurant 2018
  • Japanese
  • Hakodate Restaurant 2018
    • Tanaka Chikusan in Shimoshima, Amakusa

    Tanaka Chikusan in Shimoshima, Amakusa

    If you're ever in Amakusa and are hungry for a slice of wagyu, head for Tanaka Chikusan.
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  • Amakusa
  • Amakusa Restaurant
  • Steakhouse
  • Japanese
  • Amakusa Restaurant
  • Steakhouse
    • Amakusa Soba Dokoro Reishuya in Japan: Serving Superb Soba Offerings

    Amakusa Soba Dokoro Reishuya in Japan: Serving Superb Soba Offerings

    There are not that many soba restaurants in Amakusa, and Reishuya is a discovery that easily makes it a must-visit.
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  • Japan
  • Amakusa
  • Amakusa Restaurant
  • Kumamoto Cuisine 2019
  • Japanese
  • Amakusa Restaurant
  • Kumamoto Cuisine 2019
    • Kaisen-Kura in Shimoshima, Amakusa: Dolphin-watching and seafood restaurant in one

    Kaisen-Kura in Shimoshima, Amakusa: Dolphin-watching and seafood restaurant in one

    One of the pioneers in dolphin watching tour is Kaisen-Kura, which doubles as a seafood restaurant.
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  • Amakusa
  • Amakusa Restaurant
  • Seafood
  • Japanese
  • Amakusa Restaurant
  • Seafood
    • Fukushin in Kami-Amakusa

    Fukushin in Kami-Amakusa

    Want to eat like a local? Book a seat at Fukushin in Kamiamakusa!
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  • Amakusa
  • Amakusa Restaurant
  • Seafood
  • Japanese
  • Amakusa Restaurant
  • Seafood
    • Sarugaku Restaurant in Nagano, Japan

    Sarugaku Restaurant in Nagano, Japan

    For lunch or dinner in Hakuba, Nagano, visit this private teppanyaki restaurant called Sarugaku. The teppanyaki room can only hold up to 6 people, hence their priority on those with reservations. If you are looking for a fun dinner then Sarugaku is the best choice. Enjoy the high quality Japanese-style fresh beef and fried rice risotto prepared by the expert chef at your table. Also read: It’s time to meet Nagano, Japan  Preparing teppanyaki for guests Appetizer (sweet potato, tuna, prawn and peach) Main Dish: Pork Teppanyaki Contact Details:  GO! NAGANO (Nagano Prefecture Official Tourism Guide) www.go-nagano.net Sarugaku Restaurant 3020-957 Hokujo, Hakuba Village, Nagano *This story first appeared in Philippine Primer magazine April […]
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  • Nagano
  • Japanese
    • Gurinderu Restaurant: Traditional Soba in Nagano, Japan

    Gurinderu Restaurant: Traditional Soba in Nagano, Japan

    Located in the mountains of Nagano is a famous restaurant known for its handmade Soba noodles.  On the way to Norikura Kogen, stop by at Gurinderu Restaurant to have lunch. Here, try the famous dishes of Nagano – soba noodles! Gurinderu is only open 4 hours a day and they only make limited amounts of their handmade noodles. Try their Kamo Nanban (¥1480), a buckwheat hot noodle served with duck meat. Another must-try is the Zaru Soba, a cold noodle served with homemade dipping sauce. Kamo Nanban at Gurinderu Restaurant Zaru Soba (buckwheat cold noodle served in bamboo tray with dipping sauce) Details: GO! NAGANO (Nagano Prefecture Official Tourism Guide) […]
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  • Nagano
  • Japanese
    • Lucky Pierott in Hakodate, Japan

    Lucky Pierott in Hakodate, Japan

    This burger chain in Hakodate has been making a buzz not only with the locals but also with foreign tourists. Lucky Pierrot boasts 17 outlets in Hakodate alone, with each having different themes, setting them apart from other restaurants.
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  • Hakodate
  • Hakodate Restaurant 2018
  • Hakodate Restaurant 2018
    • Genova

    Genova

    On the same floor as the observation deck is a restaurant with a 180-degree view of Hakodate. Genova serves Japanese and international cuisine perfect for tourists who would like to have both options. One of the must-try dishes is the Japanese Fused Spaghetti with Salted Cod Roe and Gagome Kelp. With the spectacular night view of Mt. Hakodate and delicious food, Genova is a great romantic place for a couple’s night out.   First appeared in Philippine Primer Magazine January 2017 issue – “Welcome to Hakodate: A Complete Guide to Hakodate, Japan”.    
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  • Hakodate
    • Minato-no Mori Restaurant

    Minato-no Mori Restaurant

    This Italian restaurant located beside the red brick warehouses is a great afternoon snack place to go to after a shopping escapade.
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  • Hakodate
    • Gyosanko

    Gyosanko

    Live Squid Sashimi (¥1,980) You cannot go to Japan and not try their izakaya, a typical Japanese tavern. During a windy and chilly night in Hakodate, Gyosanko is the place to be to get some grub. This izakaya is just a stone throw away from Hakodate Station. Try their Sashimi Platter that is good for 3-4 persons (¥3,500) and Live Squid Sashimi (¥1,980). Pair these up with a bottle of Asahi beer for ¥500 to ¥580. Most of the taverns close late, so you don’t need to hurry to have dinner. Sashimi Platter (¥3,500) Asahi Beer (¥500-¥580) Traditional inerior. Drink while sitting on tatami mats or drink at the bar. […]
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  • Hakodate
    • Ocuda Spirits

    Ocuda Spirits

    Ocuda Spirits is an Italian restaurant known for serving outstanding quality of beef and is currently supervised by world-renowned Masayuki Okuda.
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  • Hakodate
    • Ajisai

    Ajisai

    A trip to Japan wouldn't be complete without having to try at least one authentic ramen restaurant.
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  • Hakodate