Tokyo - City Guide
NEW SPOTS
HOTELS / ACCOMMONDATION
Citan / Modern hostel with functional dorms & rooms. Great location in a trendy neighborhood, vibrant atmosphere and warm hospitality / Chou
Minimal Hotel Our Our / Nice hostel with a great location in a quiet area / Taito
Trunk Hotel Yoyogi Park / Unique boutique hotel with pool and rooftop bar / Shibuya
K5-Tokyo / Hotel K5 offers accommodation in a renovated historical building that is built in 1924 / Chou
The Okura Tokyo / Bringing the elegance of Japanese history and design to life / Minato
Hotel Toranomon Hills / All the luxuries of a high-end Tokyo hotel, but at midrange prices / Minato
Janu Tokyo / Located in Azabudai Hills, the city's most exciting new district. An area alive with creativity, exceptional bars and eateries / Minato
Aman Tokyo / Exceptional luxury hotel / Chiyoda
Cocoshuku Premium / Modern, clean and quiet hotels with reasonable prices / Minato + Shinjuku
Yuen Bettei Daita / A relaxing experience like visiting a countryside hot springs area just 10 minutes from city center / Setagaya
Onsen Ryokan Yuen Shinjuku / It is a calm, quiet space, born of an austere and simple design, possessed of a minimalist beauty, that welcomes all five senses across all four seasons / Shinjuku
All Day Place Shibuya / A modern hotel with a great location just an easy walk from Harajuku, Aoyama and Omotesando / Shibuya
Hamacho Hotel / Tokyo's Nihonbashi Hamacho combines the elegance of Edo with a friendly downtown atmosphere / Chou
Hotel Niwa Tokyo / Enjoy charming seasonal gardens, comfortable and relaxing facilities, and the harmony of nature with our beautiful interior / Chiyoda
Nohga Hotel Ueno Tokyo / Ueno’s culture is still very much alive, and one of deepest and richest cultural areas gathering with Ueno Park, museums, local restaurants and traditional shops / Taito
The Edition Hotel Ginza / Clean and amazing design hotel with a small roof / Chou
Royal Park Hotel / CH / Good location and often very reasonable prices / Chou
BAKERIES
Ciest / Modern bakery with high standards and very delicious sandwiches / Koko
Et Nunc / Offers a wide variety of breads that are perfect for everyday life / Shibuya
Boulangerie Sudo / Quality bread and pastries / Setagaya
Pelican / Renowned for white toast bread and rolls. Has been selling only two items on the menu for over 70 years / Taito
BREAKFAST / BRUNCH
Parklet Bakery / Naturally leavened breads along with breakfast and lunch / Chou
Locale / A farm to table spot. Buying directly from small farmers and producers around Japan / Open for brunch: Saturday & Sundays from 9.30am / Meguro
Hekkelun / The pudding’s recipe hasn’t changed since the coffee shop first opened more than 50 years ago and features a wonderfully smooth steamed custard topped with a homemade bitter caramel / Minato
Yakumo Saryō / Japanese breakfast served in the most elegant way / Price: Set JPY 4.400 / Reservation is needed / Meguro
CAFÉS
Sputnik / Café and bar run by Tamaki Ito. Standing style / Cash only / Shibuya
Shashokudo / The cafeteria offers not only food for daily life, but also well-stocked bookshelves to feed the mind / Shibuya
GYRE / GYRE is a multipurpose complex located along Omotesando, a shopping street lined with luxury brand stores. On the top floor there is a café with a fantastic view over Omotesando / Shibuya
ALL DAY DINING
PATH / Popular bistro beside Yoyogi Koen Station. From morning to dinner, enjoy authentic flavors in a casual setting / Shibuya
CAFE DANCE / The menu features homemade waffles for breakfast and brunch, and natural wines and tapas for all-day dining in the evening / Located: Hotel K5 / Chou
LUNCH / DINNER
Nihonbashi Kaisen Donburi Tsujihan Nihonbashi / Kaisendon is pretty much the only dish on the menu at this Nihonbashi restaurant. Tsujihan isn’t exactly a well-kept secret anymore, so expect to queue - sometimes up to two hours - for a seat / Chou
Yogoro / The spinach curry with braised chicken thighs served in an iron pot is spicy yet mild and moreish and keeps regulars coming back. Expect to queue / Shibuya
Itasoba Kaoriya Ebisu / A hidden gem where you can enjoy rustic soba made from Yamagata buckwheat / Shibuya
Grigio / A small cozy Italian restaurant with a Japanese touch / Shibuya
Maruyama / “Japanese bar”. Izakaya in a unique setting / Located: Hotel K5 / Chou
Harajuku Gyozarou / Counter-serve boiled and fried gyoza. Expect to queue / Cash only / Shibuya
Freeman Shokudo / Unmistakably authentic NY BBQ dishes are paired with craft beers / Shibuya
Sue zen / Eat "grilled mackerel set meal" or "sashimi set meal" / Shibuya
Goloso / Italien cuisine with a casual vibe. Nice spot for lunch / Taito
Gifuya / Great lowkey Japanese food and vibrant atmosphere / Open from 9am until late / Located: Omoide Yokocho / Shinjuku
Chao Chao bamboo / Cute little Thai cuisine / Shibuya
DINNER ONLY
Narukiyo / Super cool Izakaya with funny atmosphere - reserved seats at the counter / Reservation is needed / Shibuya
Le Cabaret / Parisian bistro vibe and great natural wine / Shibuya
Nihao / Just tasteful gyoza and lots of dimsum / Shibuya
Aurelio / Handmade pasta and natural wine / Shibuya
NEWPORT / Restaurant serving vegetarian dishes with seasonal vegetables and natural wines. Falafel sandwiches are also available for take-out / Shibuya
Sowado / An intimate spot that hits the sweet spot between a casual pub and a sophisticated Japanese restaurant. The menu is primarily à la carte. They offer dishes that are perfect for enjoying alone or sharing with others, along with drinks to suit your tastes / Shibuya
Sakai Shokai / The chef, Hideaki Sakai also has another place called Sowado, but Sakai Shokai is fantastic. They have beautiful natural wines, a great sake list / Shibuya
SHIZEN / Located in Shibuya, this progressive restaurant emphasizes the art of wood-fired cooking and fermentation techniques / Shibuya
Fudan / Just really good curry and nice atmosphere / Koko
bhive / Nothing fancy, just really good braised beef shank / Chou
MICHELIN / FINE DINING
Tempura Kondo / One of the most renowned and distinguished Tempura restaurants in Tokyo / Two-star Michelin / Reservation is needed / Chou
Sushi Shin by Miyakawa / A world-class sushi experience with the most amazing view over Tokyo / Three-star Michelin / Located: Mandarin Oriental Hotel / Reservation is needed / Chou
Sukiyabashi Jiro / Owned by sushi master Jiro Ono / Two-star Michelin / Reservation is needed by phone / Chou + Minato
Sushi Mizukami / Chef Mizukami honed his skills for 16 years at the renowned Sukiyabashi Jiro before venturing out to start his own business - reservations are very difficult to make / Reservation is needed / Chiyoda
Sushi Masunaga / Eight-seat counter. Watch one of the best sushi craftsmen prepare it all in front of you while providing authentic traditional service with the finest ingredients / Reservation is needed / Chou
Sushi Masuda / One of most prominent sushi chefs in Japan / Reservation is needed / Minato
Sushi Ryujiro / The interior design of Sushi Ryujiro is opulent, yet the ambience Chef Ryujiro Nakmura creates here is casual and relaxing / Reservation is needed / Minato
Sushi Suzuki / Chef Takahisa Suzuki, trained at top sushi restaurants, brings expert craftsmanship and warm hospitality for an exceptional dining experience / Reservation is needed / Chou
Sushiya Shota / Shota-san is a South Korean-born chef who previously worked at Sushi Kanesaka with famed sushi chef Koji Saito / One-star Michelin / Reservation is needed / Minato
Sushi Yuki / A high-end, 8-seat omakase restaurant from Yokohama managed by a third-generation / Reservation is needed / Shibuya
Takumi Shingo / A night to remember with its lively atmosphere, friendly hospitality and meticulously prepared sushi / Reservation is needed / Minato
Tempura Motoyoshi / The chef takes pride in offering an extensive range of tempura pieces / Two-star Michelin / Reservation is needed / Shibuya
SUSHI
Chiyoda Sushi Ningyocho / Sushi stand with takeout-only / Chou
TONKATSU
Nihonbashi Tonkatsu Hajime / Popular Tonkatsu restaurant, be aware they have two restaurants and they are almost the same name. But this one is just a slightly better / Chou
Wagokoro Tonkatsu Anzu Hanare / Serves premium Miyazaki beef cutlets and Joshu pork cutlets / Chou
Katsudon-ya Zuicho / This small family-run restaurant serves only one dish Katsudon / Shibuya
Tonkatsu Nanaido / Gently deep-fried Tonkatsu served on gorgeous Imari porcelain plates / Only open monday to wednesday from 11am to 1.30pm / Shibuya
Tonkatsu Takeshin / Good spot for Tonkatsu / Shibuya
Butagumi Shokudo / Rappongi eatery with good Tonkatsu. The lunch deal, available daily until 3.15pm / Minato
Hashiya Bakurochō Shop / Delicious, crispy, golden and tender chicken Tonkatsu / Chou
Happiness is Katsudon / Must-try Tonkatsu with fluffy eggs. Takeaway is also recommended since all items are available for takeout. Just buy a meal ticket upfront, and then you're in / Chou + Minato + Minato + Chiyoda
YAKITORI
Ginza Yakitoryki Take-chan / Family-run hole in the wall restaurant with great Yakitori and warm service / Chou
Fuku Yakitori / Small Yakitori joint with outstanding quality / Shibuya
Yakitori Ogawa / A cozy 15-seat grilled chicken restaurant located in the streets of Arakicho / Shinjuku
TEMPURA
Daikokuya Tempura / Specialising in deep-fried tempura shrimp / Minato
Tempura Akimitsu / Chef Akimitsu Tanihara he has mastered making tempura / Minato
Kaneko Hannosuke Nihonbashi Ningyocho Branch / Renowned restaurant known for its specialty dish, tendon, which features a delectable combination of tempura and rice / Chou
RAMEN
Ginza Kagari - Soba / Very successful ramen store in the heart of Ginza. Expect to queue / Chou
Chūka Soba Ginza Hachigo / A 6-seat counter eatery known for thin noodles in a golden duck and chicken broth / Chou
Chūkamenten Kiraku / This 68-year-old ramen shop has been serving up Tokyo-style noodles since 1952 / Shibuya
Nara Seimen / A simple, elegant ramen that some people don’t even consider to be proper ramen / Shibuya
Namiki Yabusoba / One of the most historical soba stores in Japan / Taito
Hashigo Ginza Hon-ten / A favourite ramen place for tantanmen. Go early if you want to avoid long lineups. They also do great gyoza / Chou
Sato Yosuke Ginza Inaniwa Udon / They serve a uniquely thin Inaniwa-style udon, and it's incredible / Chou
Godaime Hanayama Udon / This unique udon restaurant specialises in extra-wide noodles, otherwise known as Himokawa udon. Expect to queue / Chou + Chou
Udon Shin / This little udon shop, with six seats at the counter and just two tables, serves freshly made noodles. Try the signature 'carbonara udon' and expect to queue for long time / Shibuya
Afuri / A modest ramen empire on the back of its popular shio ramen with yuzu citrus / Many Locations
Menya Shichisai / Freshly-made ramen noodles / Chou
BURGERS
McLean Old Fashioned Diner / American diner, serving authentic burgers and shakes / Taito
McLean Old Burger Stand / Good burgers for take-out / Taito
Burger Police / A natural wine bar that also serves perfectly grilled wagyu beef burgers / Meguro
418KAMIYAMA / Run by a proprietor who has lived in the U.S. for a long time. Two types of buns: regular and brioche / Shibuya
SWEET TREATS
La Patisserie by Aman Tokyo / A selection of spectacular culinary creations, off homemade breads and traditional French pastries / Located: Aman Tokyo / Chiyoda
Kabuki / Pursuing "The essential Japanese taste" in coffee and chocolate / Taito
Pâtisserie ease / The owner-chef Keisuke Oyama, is a renowned pastry chef who has studied in France and worked at several Michelin-starred restaurants / Chou
Paysage / Paysage, a sweets brand created by up-and-coming pâtissier Hideki Eto. Eat-in and takeaway / Shibuya
The Mandarin Oriental Gourmet Shop / Offering artisanal sweets and savouries. Located: Mandarin Oriental Hotel / Chou
Kashiya Shinonome / A daily backery that use natual and organic ingredients, within the counter there are plenty of choices for you. The store is decorated into antique style wich is fantastic / Taito
Higuma Doughnuts × Coffee Wrights / Doughnuts and juicy coffee / Shibuya
Yanagiya Taiyaki / One of Tokyo's top three traditional taiyaki dealers / Chou
ICE CREAM
Kasiki / Artisanal ice creams with new and refreshing flavour combinations such as pineapple and green tea and natural wines / Shibuya
Floto / Seasonal gelato / Shibuya
Harlow Ice Cream / All the selections here are made in-house using premium Hokkaido milk / Shibuya
HiO Ice Cream Atelier / Ice Cream made with premium ingredients handpicked from producers in 50 different locations across Japan / Setagaya
Chavaty / Matcha soft serve / Shibuya
Cheese no Koh / Cheese shop with tasteful soft serve made with Hokkaido milk / Koko
COFFEE
Leaves Coffee Roasters / In a class of its own. The shop is only open four days a week, leaving the rest of the week for roasting. It is also possible to buy beans in their vending machine two streets further down on the right side in the direction away from the city center / Sumida
Koffee Mameya OMOTESANDO / Perfection of every cup. Minimalist and elegant coffee shop only serve take-out / Shibuya
Koffee Mameya KAKERU / A stylish coffee haven with carefully selected coffee from all over the world / Reservation is needed via Google Maps reservation link / Koko
* Send e-mail for our full Coffee Guide
MATCHA & TEA
The Matcha Tokyo / Modern tea house specialises in organic matcha / Shibuya
Sakurai Japanese Tea Experience / Carefully selecting Japanese tea from various regions around the country / Minato
Nakamura / A designer share the wonders of a Japanese tea life / Taito
HIGASHIYA man Marunouchi / Elegantly fuses the traditional art of Japanese confectionery and tea with a modern, minimalist aesthetic, offering a tranquil retreat in the heart of Tokyo / Reservation is needed / Chiyoda
WINE
Ahiru Store / Everybody's favourite secret wine bar in Shibuya / Shibuya
coyacoya / A Chinese bar with a rich selection of natural wines. The creative cuisine, draws many fans / Reservations not accepted / Shibuya
Baro / Small dishes based on the theme of spices and fermented ingredients are paired perfectly with natural wines / Shibuya
Pitou / Super tiny natural wine bar / Located: Golden Gai / Shinjuku
Yose / Soba noodles and natural wines in a chic setting / Shibuya
Winebar West / Great little rare wine bar / Shinagawa
Boat / An authentic bistro bustling with natural wine lovers every day / Shibuya
Winestand Waltz / You’ll know you’re in the right place once you slide open the glass door and see the Jaques Tati posters and bottles of natural wines, largely from France and Italy / Shibuya
COCKTAILS
Bar Benfiddich / In an unfashionable corner of Tokyo’s Shinjuku district, up on the 9th floor of a slim sliver of a building, you’ll find a wooden door that creaks open to reveal the 17-seat salon of Hiroyasu Kayama / Reservation is needed via Google Maps reservation link / Shinjuku
Unknow / At this beautiful bar in Ebisu, where an impressive bonsai tree sits on a grey bar counter while ukiyoe-inspired artworks of pop culture figures adorn the walls, Japanese tea culture is combined with stylish cocktails / Shibuya
Gen Yamamoto / With just eight seats, minimal decor and no background music, the atmosphere is hushed without being reverential, and first-time customers should quickly feel at ease / Reservation is needed via phone / Minato
Mori Bar Gran / Try the famous Martini or to meet owner-bartender Takao Mori, an icon of Japanese bartending. Locals go there as much for the warmth of the hospitality as the quality of the drinks / Chou
Virtù / 60-seat art deco space on the 39th floor of the Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi, with double-height windows offering views of the world’s most populous metropolis / Located: Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo / Reservation is highly recommend / Chiyoda
Mixology Salon / Located on the 13th floor of Ginza Six, this small but stunning cocktail bar offers an unmissable array of teatails with housemade blends of spirits / Located: Ginza Six / Chou
Folklore / Iconic Japanese beverages like sake and shochu are traditionally not mixed into cocktails, but the cunning bar staff at Folklore are forging a fresh vision for the future of Japanese mixology as they integrate these ingredients into avant-garde creations / Chiyoda
Mixology Heritage / The intention here is to revisit the canon of classic cocktails, and then go beyond these. A curated selection of vintage bottles from days gone by, used in cocktails such as the Ultimate Martini, with gin from as far back as the 1950s, and vermouth from the 1970s / Chiyoda
Quarter Room / Helmed by bartender Soran Nomura of acclaimed Asakusa standing bar Nomura Shoten, Quarter Room is a unique fusion of art and cocktails. Drawing inspiration from Renaissance and contemporary art and translating them into experimental cocktails / Setagaya
The Lounge by Aman / The beauty of nature meets the elegance of Japanese design. Huge floor-to-ceiling windows offer panoramic views of the Tokyo skyline / Located: Aman Tokyo / Chiyoda
Bar Trench / Located down a back alley near Ebisu Station. Japan’s biggest collection of bitters / Shibuya
Nakagawa / A secluded bar for grown-ups. As well as the interior design, the music is also a highlight here. The semi-private table seating is my favorite spot for a good night / Shibuya
The SG Club / The SG Club is three bars in one. The ground floor and basement offers carefully crafted cocktail soften with Japanese ingredients. Second floor is Savor, a membership cigar and cocktail lounge / Shibuya
The Bellwood / This lower-key sister to the wildly popular SG Club specializes in coffee and tea-based cocktails / Shibuya
Punch Room Tokyo / Elegantly decorated with dark walnut coffered walls and velvet-upholstered sofas / Order: Green Tea Yuzu Paloma / Located: The Tokyo Edition / Chou
The Bvlgari Bar / Mediterranean garden surrounded by Tokyo's skyline / Located: Bvlgari Hotel Tokyo / Chou
APERITIVO
New York Grill / Enjoy a 360-degree view of the city from the iconic New York Grill & Bar on the 52nd floor or savor world-class, authentic Japanese cuisine overlooking Mt. Fuji at Kozue / Arrived at 6 or 7pm for pre dinner and drinks / Located: Park Hyatt Hotel / Shinjuku / TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR RENOVATION — REOPEN AUTUMN 2025
BARS
Bar Nica / A listening bar hidden just off Shinjuku-sanchome. The bar specialises in whisky and craft gin and there are only seven stools here / Photos are not permitted / Shinjuku
Bar Martha / A listening bar, where music comes first and talking a definite second / Photos are not permitted / Shibuya
Bar Track / Excellent vinyl selection with a vintage sound system. Alongside all that vinyl is an impressive whisky collection. There are also cocktails on offer – and bar snacks / Shibuya
Another8 / Located on a side street of the low-key Meguro neighborhood, Another8 is chill and stylish (like the crowd) and a relaxed place to stop in for an early evening drink / Meguro
Golden Gai / Cosy bar street with lots of tiny bars / Shinjuku
Mikkeller Kiosk/Bar / The first kiosk business in Japan by Mikkeller, a pioneer in global craft beer culture / Shibuya
Grandfather's / Old vinyl bar in a basement / Smoking allowed / Shibuya
VENUE
Bunkamura Orchard Hall / One of the world's leading concert, opera, and ballet halls / Shibuya
LIQUIDROOM / One of Tokyo's leading live music venues / Shibuya
SUPERMARKETS
Peacock Store / A chain of Japanese supermarkets found throughout Tokyo. They offer a variety of food items, snacks, and other products, and are known for their consistent quality and taste / Many Locations
DELICACY STORE
Imahan Delicatessen / Delicatessen specializing in fried stuff and Japanese side dishes, bentos, salads and hors d'oeuvres, all made with flavorful, fresh ingredients / Lunch box around ¥1500 / Chou
Yuwaeru / Delivering natural and healthy food to modern people in Kuramae / Taito
3amours / A pioneer in natural wine / Shibuya
Tokyo Camii Halal Market / This is my go-to when I'm looking for rare ingredients / Shibuya
Yasai no Chikara / Specializing natural and healthy food / Koko
Teapond Kiyosumi-shirakawa Store / Charming tea shop / Koko
FOOD MARKETS
Azabudai Hills Market / Japan’s leading specialty store - a vibrant luxury food market / Minato
Tsukji Outer Market / The “old” fish market. A visit to Tsukiji Outer Market is best combined with a fresh sushi breakfast or lunch at one of the local restaurants, which typically open from 5am in the morning to around noon or early afternoon / Chuo
Aoyama Farmers Market / Organic and local fare is readily available every Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4pm / Shibuya
Marche of the sun / Japan's largest regular urban farmers' market always features more than 100 vendors from around the country. The market is held on the second Saturday and Sunday of each month from 10am to 4pm / Chou
Isetan Shinjuku / High end shopping mall. Amazing food court in the basement / Shinjuku
FLEA MARKET
Gokokuji Antique Market or Gokoku-ji Temple / Ceramic, glass, kokeshi, small things and a little bit clothing. Around 80 stalls. Mostly professionals / Every second Saturday of the month from 7am-3pm / Bunkyo
Oedo Antique Market / Maybe the best flea market in Tokyo with around 250 stalls. Mostly professionals / Every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month from 9am-5pm / Chiyoda
* Send e-mail for our full Flea Market Guide
SELECTED SHOPPING
ITO BINDERY / The unmistakable precision and quality in craft / Sumida
Book & Sons / Art, books, beauty and soulfulness / Meguro
CIBONE / The store carries a well-curated range of lifestyle goods from fashion, furniture and art to jewellery, watches and beauty products / Shibuya
Desk Labo / A stationery lover’s dream come true, the shop is filled with a mix of stationery and trinkets sourced from all over Europe / Setagaya
Itoya / Everything in office supplies / Ginza
Kakimori / Range of pens, inks and letter sets / Taito
Shibuya Publishing & Booksellers Main Store / Talk events by writers, photographers, and other publishing professionals are held frequently / Shibuya
stacks bookstore / Specializing in zines and collections of works by domestic and international artists / Chiyoda
à côté / The name of the store comes from the French word meaning "next to" or "nearby". As well as daily necessities, they sell natural wine and hold tasting events / Shibuya
Forager / Have fun discussing your flower needs with Chi-ko. After shopping, why not grab a coffee next-door at Paddlers / Shibuya
Tsutaya Books Daikan-yama / Charming shop with a large selection of books, musik and more / Shibuya
Jimbocho Book Town / A Story of Antiquarian Books and Publishing / Chiyoda
Ogura Clock Shop / Vintage watch / Chou
G.B.Gafas SHIBUYA / Optician / Shibuya
Eguchi Store / Vintage watch / Shibuya
HIGH TIDE Store / Specializing in office supplies and stationery / Shibuya
Union Coffee / A barista’s dream come true, Union Coffee is spread across two separate shops: one selling tea and coffee beans, and another selling such a comprehensive range of coffee and brewing equipment / Located: Kappabashi Kitchen Street / Taito
Kanaya Brush / Here you’ll find a vast selection of artisanal brushes / Located: Kappabashi Kitchen Street / Taito
Kama-Asa Shoten / The fine craftsmanship of Japanese knives and mandolin knives / Located: Kappabashi Kitchen Street / Taito
BULLPEN / Furniture and general merchandise store. The store has forged relationships with craftsmen and artists in Japan and abroad and is known for its discerning eye for quality / Shibuya
Nishikan Honten / Specializing in cutlery, pruning shears and plastering tools / Chou
Shoyeido Ningyocho Store / Flavours fragrances and aroma store / Chou
戸田屋商店 日本橋人形町 / Unique small shop with kitchen equipment and a large assortment of wickerwork / Chou
SHOPPING
Dover Street Market Ginza / High-end designer line and luxury shopping / Chou
Porter Ginza / Highly recognized Japanese brand that has established itself as one of the leading manufacturers of bags, backpacks and accessories / Located: Dover Street Market Ginza / Chou
Muji Flagship Store / Discover simple, functional, and high-quality homeware, clothing & lifestyle essentials / Chou
Visvim General Store / Menswear shop. Hiroki Nakamura, the founder and creative force behind the cult Japanese brand. The store are housed in two renovated detached houses with a stylish garden / Meguro
and wander Marunouchi / Outdoor clothing and equipment shop / Chiyoda
SECOND HAND
RAGTAG / Specialising in secondhand designer clothing for men and women / Many Locations
AMORE Vintage AOYAMA / Carefully curated luxury vintage bags / Shibuya
Komehyo Shinjuku / Carefully curated luxury vintage bags / Many Locations
QOO / Carefully curated luxury vintage bags / Shibuya
INTERIOR DESIGN / CRAFTMANSHIP / TABLEWARE
Pejite / Ceramics, tableware and elegant Japanese craftsmanship. Highly recommended / Minato
Tool Shop Nobori or Douguya Nobori / Ceramic, glassware and wooden tableware. You can find tools that improve your quality of life here / Taito
Proto / The shop specializes in selling unique and distinctive pottery pieces, mainly crafted by young and emerging artists, offering items that you won’t find in other stores / Taito
Yumiko Iihoshi Porcelain / A clean tableware brand designed and produced by an artist Yumiko Iihoshi / Shibuya
Hakujitsu / Unique Japanese refined antiques and contemporary art shop / Taito
SyuRo / Traditions & craftsmanship of Japan, together with welfare Designer products created for long-life use / Taito
Ikoi. / Cute little antique shop & café / Taito
Lost and Found Tokyo Store / High-quality tableware, especially its Fine Bone China collection, used by many restaurants and hotels worldwide / Shibuya
Antique Life Jin II / Little antique shop with plenty to explore, if you’re on a tight budget this can be a great place to find a small treasure of your own / Setagaya
base FUURO / An art shop of Japanese contemporary artists. Mainly handles pottery, glass and objects / Toshima
AELU / A gallery specialising in Japanese and international ceramics / Shibuya
FU WA RI / Matcha bowls / Located: Kappabashi Kitchen Street / Taito
PARKS
Koishikawa Korakuen / Is arguably the most beautiful Japanese landscape garden in Tokyo / Bunkyo
Hamarikyu Gardens / Attractive landscape garden in central Tokyo / Chuo
Tōgō Shrine / Tōgō Heihachirō, who led Japan to victory in the Russo-Japanese War, is enshrined as the "God of Victory and Sincerity." There is also a garden with a pond and a circular garden with lush greenery / Shibuya
Yoyogi Park / Along with the Imperial Palace, it is one of the two most popular running spots in Tokyo. The secret to its popularity is that you can run in an environment surrounded by greenery, away from the hustle and bustle of Harajuku / Shibuya
ART GALLERIES
Ginza Graphic Gallery / The exhibition in the basement space, where new work by Yagi comes face to face with masterpiece / Ginza
Licht / Art gallery and lots of unique furniture / Meguro
Lurf MUSEUM / A museum that mainly focuses on exhibitions / Shibuya
Gallery Claska / Art gallery / Minato
MUSEUMS
Nezu Museum / Art Museum. Home of a diverse collection of Japanese and Asian premodern art. Beautiful garden with teahouse. Highly recommended / Minato
Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum / Former residence of Prince Asaka — a beautiful home filled with details and a garden with teahouse / Check the website for openings, sometimes closed when they change the exhibition / Minato
teamLab Planets / A super modern museum for the new generation combining digital art and the beauty of nature / Reserve tickets in advance / Koko
teamLab Borderless / A super modern museum with a world of artworks / Reserve tickets in advance / Minato
21_21 DESIGN SIGHT / A modern art museum designed by architect Tadao Ando and fashion designer Issey Miyake / Minato
Artizon Museum / Art Museum with works by Manet, Picasso & Rotho / Future Exhibitions — Claude Monet: Questioning Nature 7 February - 24 May 2026 / Chou
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum / Art Museum. Works from famous artists in their permanant collection, like a Monet, Van Gogh, Picasso, Miro etc. has an exciting line up of exhibitions / Taito
The Sumida Hokusai Museum / This striking modern museum is dedicated to the life and work of ukiyo-e print master Hokusai / Sumida
TEMPLES
Meiji Jingu / Surrounded by a lush green forest right. Tokyo's most revered Shinto shrine / Shibuya
Senso-ji / Also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple, is a Buddhist temple located in Asakusa. Is the oldest temple in Tokyo / Taito
Shibuya Hikawa Shrine / The 13,000 sq. feet temple grounds are designated as a protected forest. The magnificent Platanus and Zelkova trees are the main attractions / Shibuya
Yoyogi Hachimangu Shrine / This verdant shrine sits in an oasis of greenery in the heart of the city / Shibuya
Yasukuni Shrine / The shrine was founded in 1869 with the purpose of enshrining those who have died in war for their country and sacrificed their lives to help build the foundation for a peaceful Japan / Chiyoda
SIGHTSEEING
Imperial Palace / The current Imperial Palace is located on the former site of Edo Castle, a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls in the center of Tokyo, a short walk from Tokyo Station. It is the residence of Japan's Imperial Family / Chiyoda
Shibuya Scramble Crossing / Shibuya Crossing is the world's busiest pedestrian crossing / Shibuya
Shibuya Sky / Located at the top of the Shibuya Scramble Square building, offers breathtaking 360° views of Tokyo. At 229 meters (754 feet) high. Most beautiful after sunset / Reserve tickets in advance / Shibuya
Kappabashi Kitchen Tools Street / Kappabashi kitchen town has all your cooking needs, from Japanese knives and crockery to plastic food models and more / Minato
Tokyo City View / Panoramic city view from a 52nd floor indoor tower / Minato
Tokyo Tower / Soaring above the city, Tokyo Tower is the second tallest structure in Japan after the 2012 completion of Tokyo Skytree tower. With a design based on Paris’ iconic Eiffel Tower, Tokyo’s version stands 13-meters taller than its more famous rival / Minato
Tokyo Skytree / A one-of-a-kind panoramic view at heights of 350 and 450 meters / Sumida
Omoide Yokocho / Cosy arcade with colourful lanterns, lots of tourist, yakitori, tiny restaurants and bars / Shinjuku
Shibuya Nonbei Yokocho / Tiny street with lanterns and small izakaya pubs and restaurants / No photo! / Shibuya
Golden Gai / Around 280 tiny bars fit into a tight six-row block of alleys, seating only five or six persons at a time / Shinjuku
Azabudai Hills / One of the most ambitious urban redevelopment projects in Tokyo. It's also home to the new teamLab Borderless digital art museum, public art installations as well as numerous restaurants and retail stores. Enjoy the view over Tokyo from the observation deck which is free / Minato
MEMBERS CLUB
Soho House Tokyo / Situated in the Aoyama district – close to Omotesando – Soho House Tokyo will be set across four floors. Set to open in early 2026 / Minato
CHERRY BLOSSOMS
Meguro River / The Meguro River meanders nearly 8 kilometers through several chic neighborhoods before emptying into Tokyo Bay / Meguro
SPA / WELLNESS
SOJYU spa / Human well-being / Located: Yuen Betti Date / Satagaya
Onsen One Day Trip Tokyo / A Hakone hot spring in Tokyo / Soothe your soul in the indoor bath that overlooks a courtyard or in the outdoor bath with its hinoki cypresses. Enjoy this respite away from the bustle of the city and the preoccupations of daily life / Located: Yuen Betti Date / Satagaya
Shibuya Saunas / Sauna facility features nine sauna rooms and four water baths, making it the apogee of urban saunas / Shibuya
Daikoku-Yu / A public bathhouse that opened its doors five decades ago / Sumida
Kairyo-yu / A storied public bathhouse running for over a century. Renovated with a modern design / Shibuya
Sengokuyu / This long-established bathhouse is adored by the local community. The facilities include herbal and massage baths, and the cleanliness of the building is another factor that makes it so popular / Shibuya
Tatsumiyu / Public bathhouse / Koko
CITY BIKES
Download @DocomoBikeShare App!
You need to have a Japanese number or you need to buy a a physical plastic card, for example at your hotel!