Restaurant Kinoshita (3-37-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo) – despite its name, this is actually a French restaurant, serving dishes such as home-smoked duck breast, roast quail, joue de boeuf (tender cheek of ox slowly simmered down in red wine) and soups like chilled vichyssoise, bouillabaisse and onion gratin. This, along with dishes that fuse both Japanese […]
Pintokona (Roppongi Hills Metrohat B2F, 6-4-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo) – this sushi restaurant stands out, since the meals are served in conveyor-belt fashion (such eateries locally known as “kaitenzuski” – or “one-dollar conveyor belt sushi”). Diners have the option of taking an already-prepared sushi meal that’s already been prepared, or make a special request and […]
Piacere (Shangri-La Hotel, Marunouchi Trust Tower Main, 1-8-3 Marunouchi Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) — Meaning “pleasure” in Italian, Piacere succeeds in delighting the palates of the most discerning of diners. The style, passion and creativity that Piacere epitomizes are reflected in the creations of its Executive Chef, Andrea Ferrero. Signature dishes served there include: Infused Leaf Mountain […]
Owan (Okada Bldg., 2-26-7 Ikejiri, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo) – despite the fact that this restaurant is not intended for international diners – with only Japanese being spoken, travelers have nonetheless found their way into this modestly-size, well-decorated restaurant (of 16 seats) for its well-regarded local dishes.
Ogo Ono-Loa Hawaii (5-1-4 Isomura Bldg. 5F, Akasaka, Tokyo) – located in a part of Tokyo where hostess bars tend to predominate, this is a restaurant launched some years ago by a Hawaiian native. Given the fascination that some Japanese have had of Hawaii, it’s perhaps expected that such a restaurant would eventually find its […]
Nogizaka Uoshin (9-6-32 Akasaka, Minato-ky, Tokyo) – just a short walk away from the upscale Roppongi midtown complex, this restaurant stands out for its fish shack dining. Fresh seafood is served according to the diner’s preference. Its no-frills atmosphere reflects its modest pricing. Given that Uoshin’s parent company is actually a seafood wholesaler, this guarantees […]
New York Grill (Park Hyatt Tokyo, 3-7-1-2 Nishi Shinjuku, Shunjuku-ku, Tokyo) — Dramatically perched on the 52nd floor of Park Hyatt Tokyo is the dynamic New York Grill, with floor-to-ceiling glass windows offering breathtaking views of Tokyo. The contemporary and sophisticated interior features four substantial paintings of New York scenes by Italian artist Valerio Adami […]
Nakajima (Nichihara Bldg. B1, 3-32-5 Shinjuku, Tokyo) – this Michelin-starred restaurant, located near Shinjuku station, surprises patrons with serving meals for as little as US$10 per person (for a traditional set Japanese lunch – consisting of miso soup, rice, and tsukemono — pickled vegetables, which may be daikon and mustard greens), with green tea available […]
Mado Lounge (Mori Tower 52F, 6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo) – this restaurant attracts those visiting Tokyo City View and the Mori Art Museum, so patrons can, at the very minimum, enjoy the spectacular view of the city. The international dishes served there include pasts with Salsiccia, Savoy Cabbage and Inkanomezame Potato Ragu Spaghetti Sauce; […]
Kanda (3-6-34 Motoazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo) – this is another restaurant highly-regarded by Michelin (in this case, being given three stars). The Asian-influenced dishes served here include: White Asparagus in Bean Curd Sauce, Grilled Ayu Sweet Fish, Abalone with Sesame Jelly, Clear Clam Soup with Egg tofu and Bamboo Shoot, Sashimi Flounder, Seabream Sushi, and Grilled […]