Food & Nightlife

Late-night ramen near the hotel. Try the Kobonshan with fried garlic oil.

Outdoor izakaya near Sensō-ji. Great seafood. Cucumber with miso is a must.

Proper sushi sit-down. Reserve ahead if possible.

Yakitori under the JR tracks. Open until 5 AM. Smoky, loud, authentic.

Pre-game yakitori at Piss Alley — tiny smoky stalls outside Shinjuku Station.

Elite udon + tempura. Long waits (60–90 min) but worth it. Ticket system. Cash only.

No reservation. Ticket system with 60–90 min waits. Cash only.

High-quality wagyu rice bowls. Counter seating, watch the chef.

Affordable omakase sushi with fresh seasonal fish. Chef explains each piece. Tiny spot.

Reserve at least 1 week ahead.

200+ tiny bars in a maze. Bar hop with the crew. Most have a small cover (~¥500–1000).

Breaded rare beef cutlet you grill yourself. Expect 1–2 hr wait.

No reservation. Get there early or off-peak.

Famous hamburg steak. Juicy beef patties grilled in front of you.

Pre-book on TableCheck — walk-ins get turned away.

Famous fluffy soufflé pancakes. Arrive early — always a queue.

No reservation. Arrive at opening.

3D latte art — they sculpt bears/characters in your drink. Cash only. Closed Mon.

Solid chain ramen, huge portions for ¥1,000. Open late (11:30 PM).

Premium beef yakiniku omakase. Staff grills for you — tongue, brisket, sashimi, ends with shaved ice. Splurge meal.

Book well in advance. ¥8,800+ sets. Call or use concierge.

Incredible izakaya. Uni corn puree, aged chicken wings, donabe rice. Worth the detour.

Reservations recommended for weekends.

Japanese robata-grill tasting menu at the Fuji Speedway Hotel. Watch the chefs work.

Booked.

"Kyoto's Kitchen" — 5 blocks of food stalls, pickles, seafood, sweets. Great for grazing.

Elite ramen — shoyu broth, blowtorched meat, shumai. Get a ticket early.

Booked by Asif. 3 people, table seating.

BOOKED. Confirmation # SZEQVH.

Cozy craft cocktail bar in a converted house. Fireplace, moody lighting. ¥880 cover includes appetizer.

Call just before going — 075-496-8679. They hold a seat for 30 min.

Vinyl + drinks — listen to records while sipping cocktails.

5.0 star omakase with Chef Gen (wagyu, tempura, sushi). Small spot — call ahead.

Call directly. Small spot.

Okonomiyaki + yakisoba grilled at your table. Vegan options. Closed Wed/Thu.

Viral matcha spot. Get the "extra rich" uni matcha latte. Card only.

Scenic Aussie-style cafe. Great brunch + terrace by the pond. Right at Fushimi Inari entrance.

Charming riverside cafe. Famous honey cheese toast. Reserve ahead!

Reserve via website or Instagram DM. Book 2–3 weeks ahead.

Grilled eel (hitsumabushi). In the alley behind Dotonbori.

Book via TableCheck or Tabelog.

Hidden cellar sake tasting. ~¥140/cup. Closed Fri/Sun.

No reservation needed — walk-in.

Flagship takoyaki chain. 2 min walk from Dotonbori canal.

Top-tier Osaka ramen. Local fave. Closed Wed.

Birthplace of Kitsune Udon (since 1893). Closed Sun.

Hidden 4th-floor bar in Pontocho. Gothic vibes, Kyoto gin cocktails, river views.

Top 50 bar worldwide. Speakeasy vibes. No reservations — arrive 30 min early. Closed Sun.

No reservations. Arrive 30 min before 6 PM opening. Seats ~20.

4.9 star izakaya in Ginza. Incredible yakitori, karaage, lively atmosphere.

Make a reservation — lines form after 8 PM.

World-class cocktail bar. No menu — bartender crafts drinks based on your preferences. Intimate, elegant.

4.9 star sushi near the hotel. Fresh, high-quality omakase at reasonable prices. Small and intimate.

Viral fried stuffed sandwiches (crème brûlée, short rib, curry). Expect 30 min wait.

No reservation needed, just queue.

Insanely popular fluffy donuts. Pistachio cream is the GOAT. Sells out early.

No reservation. Arrive early for best selection.

Premium beef yakiniku omakase. Staff grills everything — tongue, brisket, sashimi, shaved ice. Splurge-worthy.

Book well in advance. ¥8,800+ sets.

Outstanding izakaya in Koenji. Uni corn puree, donabe rice, aged chicken wings. Worth the 20 min train.

Reservations recommended for weekends.