Joanna James
Tokyo is a cutting-edge imperial city full of adventurous spins on traditional experiences. Even the most blasé globetrotter will find nothing commonplace about Japan’s dynamic Capital, with its food culture stealing the show for its delicious diversity. Here’s what no gastronome should miss in Tokyo!
From fish market stalls and miniature standing bars to Michelin-starred restaurants and artisan eateries, Japan’s sushi scene spans from gritty to gourmet and it’s all deliciously authentic! Though you may think you’re a sushi connoisseur, wait till you’ve had these iconic bites of vinegared rice and raw fish in their birthplace, whether it's budget-friendly conveyer belt sushi or perfectly plated fatty salmon, creamy yellowtail, and vinegared mackerel with decadent dips, condiments, ponzu, and sashimi. Sushi lovers will not be disappointed!
Amidst Tokyo's dynamic cityscape and a plethora of captivating experiences, including eccentric museums, historic pockets, and adrenaline-pumping activities like airsoft gun stunts, finding solace in a comforting meal becomes essential. As night falls, reinvigorate your adventurous soul by indulging in your preferred go-to comfort food after experiencing the vibrant Shibuya Crossing. Deliciously slurp-worthy and refreshing, whether devoured hot or cold, chewy buckwheat soba noodles, with their nutty flavour, smooth consistency, and a fabulous assortment of sweet-savoury dipping sauce and toppings, are the perfect pick-me-up after a delightfully exhausting day. If you prefer a dense, flavourful broth to slurp with your noodles, try tsukemen; a ramen variety flavoured with shrimp, miso, or tomato and perfect as a dip for these satisfyingly thick noodles.
Even if you aren’t the greatest meat eater, the succulent smokiness of these charcoal-seared skewers of chicken or seafood slathered with sweet soy sauce is a budget-friendly street snack you won’t be able to resist! If you’re looking for sophisticated Shinjuku apartments near subway, offering prime access to Tokyo’s enticing gastronomic emporiums, venture no further than the likes of Oakwood Apartments Nishi Shinjuku Tokyo.
If you’re an ardent snacker chasing the stimulating allurements of Tokyo’s atmospheric urban hubs and nature-kissed escapes, you won’t find anything as heartily satisfying tendon, comprising morsels of sweet potato, seafood, and vegetables batter-fried in sesame oil to golden perfection.
As renowned for its snackable treats as for its dynastic architecture, contemporary entertainment, and stunning outdoor escapades, you shouldn't miss Tokyo’s dangerously lip-smacking batter-fried octopus balls enhanced with scallions, dashi stock, soy sauce, and bits of fried tenkasu.
If you’re up for an unusually palatable Tokyo delicacy, the protein-rich unagi dish is composed of sweetly salty grilled eel slices slathered in an addictively sticky glaze and presented to you on a pristine bed of rice. As eels are not the easiest to catch, this speciality dish is on the pricier side, so make sure you choose an eatery with the best value for your budget.
If all this savoury goodness has awakened your sweet tooth, head straight to an artisan café or modest streetcorner cart for this iconic shaved ice dessert in summer-sweet varieties, from mango-yoghurt, Italian tiramisu, and spiced apple to milk tea with blueberry macrons and Habanero chilli syrup with sweet red beans.
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