33 Survival Kanji for Japan First-Timers
Learning Japanese Life in Japan
Coming to Japan, but don't know any kanji—or what kanji even means? Take a deep breath, relax and we'll get you started along the way!
The Best All-You-Can-Eat 'Gyoza' Deal in Town
Not only do you pay just ¥2,000 for some delicious pan-fried dumplings at this restaurant, but the deal even includes an unlimited supply of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
This Bowl of Ramen Will Have You Seeing Stars
Tokyo is now home to not one, but two ramen restaurants that have received a Michelin star!
Gorge on All-You-Can-Eat Meat for ¥1,000
This restaurant is a carnivore's dream situated in the center of Tokyo.
Dean & DeLuca Bread, Ranked
Dean & DeLuca offers some great bread in Japan—but which buns are worth the funds, and which should stay at the back of the rack?
5 Top Desserts to End the Date on a Sweet Note
On a date, a good dessert after a meal is as sweet as a memorable goodnight kiss. Hop to a stop on our list before calling it a night, as sweet memories are made of these!
The Most Expensive Sushi Roll We've Ever Seen!
Invite good fortune into your mouth with sushi wrapped in edible gold.
The Perfect Valentine's Day Ramen
Whether it's in a sauce, sprinkled around a foie gras ball or just in plain bar form, there are three ways to enjoy chocolate in your ramen at this Tokyo ramen restaurant—for a limited time!
Chow Down on Giant Burgers & Shakes
What better way to quench your thirst after devouring this burger behemoth than to slurp down some giant milkshakes?
The Melon Pan of Asakusa
After you're done exploring Senso-ji Temple, duck around the corner to grab some sweet melon pan, one of Japan's oldest bread-based snacks.
Stuffed with Garlic, Meat & Compassion
There are a lot of tasty reasons to want to visit Shinjuku Kakekomi Gyoza, but the importance of this restaurant goes even beyond the vast range of savory dumplings.
Afuri's Mouthwatering 'Yuzu' Ramen
It's so delicious, you'll honestly want drink all the soup!
Eat in the World of Final Fantasy XV
The makers of Final Fantasy are now also the makers of awesome burgers and cake at this Akihabara restaurant and gift shop.
Edible Origami Crane Has Our Mouths Watering
While normally you wouldn't dare eat an origami crane, this one's the exception!
Gorge on Tsukiji Sushi for as Low as ¥80!
Trying to find an inexpensive, yet high quality sushi restaurant in Japan's notorious Tsukiji fish market can be a bit tough, but we have found the best restaurant that won't hurt your wallet.
All-You-Can-Eat Crab For Less Than $18!
If you have a large appetite and absolutely love crab, but are afraid of making a large dent in your pocket, then head over to Chikugoya, where you can eat as much crab as you can for two hours!
These Baths Are So Clean You Can Eat Off Them
Japan has no shortage of unusual or unique restaurants, and this izakaya that used to be a bathhouse is no exception!
Absorb Energy from Dragon Ball Lattes
To celebrate 30 years of 'Dragon Ball' three themed cafés will be rolling out in Tokyo and Osaka.
Traditional 'Sobaya' Around Tokyo
There are quite a few famous and historical 'sobaya' that have been in the Japanese capital for a while. Some of them have serving delicious soba noodles for more than a century!
New Gudetama Café Opens in Tokyo!
Sanrio made the egg a star, then this café made his butt a marshmallow.
