WHY TOKYO?
It's a dynamic mix of culture, technology, cuisine, and experiences
Tokyo, Japan's busy capital, mixes the ultramodern and the traditional, from neon-lit skyscrapers to historic temples. Experience various cultural festivals throughout the year, such as cherry blossom festivals, which offer a deep dive into Japanese traditions and celebrations. If you're a fashion enthusiast, Tokyo stands as a trendsetting hub. Harajuku is renowned for its diverse street fashion, and districts like Ginza and Shibuya offer upscale shopping experiences. Tokyoites express themselves through fashion. Strolling the fashion district provides a unique and inspiring encounter. Tokyo is known for safety and cleanliness, where the city's efficient public transportation, punctual services, and overall orderliness contribute to a stress-free and enjoyable travel experience.
Tokyo offers a culinary journey like no other, where you can savor unique street food, indulge in exquisite sushi at Tsukiji Outer Market (fish market) where you can indulge in the freshest sushi, explore local izakayas for an authentic taste of Japanese flavors, and let Japanese sweets melt in your mouth. Tokyo invites you to explore its diverse street food and traditional kaiseki dining experiences. It offers a rich and authentic taste of Japanese cuisine.
FOOD
Places to experience street food
Tsukiji Outer Market
Tsukiji Market is a top tourist attraction for both domestic and overseas visitors in Tokyo. The area contains retail markets, restaurants, and associated restaurant supply stores. Before 2018, it was the largest wholesale fish and seafood market globally.
Address:
4-16-2-1F Tsukiji, Chuo-ku,Tokyo
What I like about it
The best way to experience Tsukiji Outer Market is to enjoy a fresh sushi breakfast or lunch at one of the local restaurants.
Kondo Honten
Monja-yaki is a Japanese pan-fried batter dish popular in the Kantō region. It's similar to okonomiyaki but uses different liquid ingredients. Kondo Kondo Honten, Tokyo's oldest monja-yaki restaurant, established in 1950, is in the bayside neighborhood of Tsukushima.
Address:
3-12-10 Tsukishima, Chuo-ku,Tokyo
What I like about it
Monja-yaki is a traditional Japanese food and one of Tokyo's famous dishes. It is one of those savory Japanese-style pancakes.
Asakusa Nakamise Kikuya
Kikuya is a Daifuku (a small round mochi stuffed with a sweet filling) / Dango (Sweet rice dumpling on a stick) / souvenir store for over 100 years holding a store in Nakamise in Asakusa. They use selected domestic ingredients to make tasty Japanese traditional sweets.
Address:
1-20-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
What I like about it
You can taste Japanese sweets made from just a few simple ingredients. They are the perfect teatime treat or secret snack.