Tokyo Food Guide 2023: Top 5 Foods You Need to Try
Are you a foodie visiting Tokyo and looking for a Tokyo food guide in 2023? When Ninja Food Tours gives food tours in Japan, people often ask me: “Where should I go for good food? Do you have any recommendations for traditional Japanese food in Tokyo? Can you just tell me about Japanese food culture?” […]
Kyoto Food Guide: Best local food to eat in Kyoto
Are you visiting Kyoto and looking for a Kyoto Food Guide? I know there are A LOT of restaurants across Japan, and it is overwhelming to do restaurant searches for every single city you visit. Tripadvisor and Yelp are not as reliable in Japan. Based on my experience at Ninja Food Tours, most people stay […]
Best Wagyu Beef in Tokyo in 2021
The Best Places to Try Wagyu in Tokyo in 2021 Wagyu, literally meaning “Japanese beef,” is one of the most popular luxury foods that visitors look for when they visit Japan. There is no other beef quite as juicy, rich, and flavorful as wagyu due to its unique fatty marbling and texture. But where can […]
Sake, the Japanese Ambrosia
What is Sake? It is is by far the most famous Japanese drink. It’s a fermented alcoholic beverage made from rice, yeast, koji mold, and water. In Japan, it’s called Nihonshu, which literally means “Japanese alcohol”, and internationally is usually referred to as sake. The term sake in Japan refers to all alcoholic beverages in […]
Top 5 Best Sake Breweries in Tokyo
For an interesting and authentic outing, I would suggest one of the many great sake breweries, which you can visit with just a day trip from the city. Although it is not widely known, Tokyo boasts nine sake breweries, and there are many sake breweries in nearby prefectures as well. Most of them offer brewery tours and tastings.
Kichijoji: Local Nightlife in Tokyo
Kichijoji is a popular neighborhood for travelers to visit in the north-western part of Tokyo, mainly due to the famous Ghibli Museum and Inokashira Park. But among the Tokyoites, it is ranked as one of the most desirable areas to live in Tokyo. The rent here isn’t expensive, especially compared to Shinjuku (even though they […]
Nishi-Ogikubo: Tokyo’s Hidden Treasure
After you’ve seen Shinjuku’s bright lights, Harajuku’s bizarre fashion, and Asakusa’s touristy traditional district, you might be searching to find something a little more authentic. If you’ve been thinking to yourself that you’d like to avoid the usual tourist spots and find the real heart of Tokyo, then you’ll have to leave Shibuya Crossing behind […]
Ultimate Guide to Akihabara: Top Things to Do, See, and Eat
Welcome to the very unique Akihabara! Akihabara is entirely different from the rest of Tokyo. This part of the city focuses on four things: anime, manga, video games, and technology. Let us take you through this neighborhood by looking at its history, its landmarks, things to do, and last but not least, its best bites. […]
Ultimate Guide to Ginza: Top Things to Do, See, and Eat
Looking for fashion, brands, and luxury? Ginza is definitely the place for you! Always energetic and full of people, Ginza has a lot to offer. Its stylish streets and bright lights are a must to capture with your camera! Let’s check out this neighborhood together by looking at its history, its landmarks, what to do, […]
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