Image of Lunched at a Higashi-Ginza eel spot, strolled in Hamarikyu, then off to Odaiba by monorail.

Lunched at a Higashi-Ginza eel spot, strolled in Hamarikyu, then off to Odaiba by monorail.

This time, we start at a slightly unusual vegan Komeda Coffee, just a short walk from Higashi-Ginza Station (H10).

Since Higashi-Ginza Station is connected to the basement of Kabukiza Theatre, you can immediately enjoy shopping for souvenirs or taking photos of the exterior.

For lunch, we’ve made an effort to go to a long-established eel restaurant. However, for those looking to save, a nearby udon noodle shop is also recommended.

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KOMEDA IS HIGASHI GINZA
It is affiliated with Komeda Coffee, but the contents are completely different. It is a rare cafe that offers a vegan menu. A little expensive.
  • VEGAN
  • EAT
It is about a 10-minute walk. Here you can hesitate whether you want “eel” or “udon”.
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DAITSUNE UDON
They do not use chemical seasonings and say that their udon noodles are “safe, and you can drink up to the dipping sauce. Since this udon shop was started by a green grocer, vegetable tempura and avocado are recommended.
  • EAT
These two are about 3 minutes apart on foot, but there is a wide street on the way, so we will detour a bit to the traffic light.
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CHIKUYOTEI HONTEN
An eel restaurant with a history of over 100 years. You can enjoy delicious eel bowls and the cozy building is lovely. I really recommend this restaurant.
  • EAT
With our bellies full, let’s head over slowly, passing by the skyscrapers of Shiodome for about 10 minutes.
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HAMARIKYU GARDEN
A spacious Japanese garden surrounded by buildings and the sea. It used to be a feudal lord’s garden owned by the Tokugawa family. Visitors can enjoy the seasonal scenery while having green tea at the Nakajima teahouse. The pond is filled with sea water, so there are sea fish.
  • PUBLIC
The next spot is across the sea. We’ll use the monorail. After about a 10-minute walk to Shiodome Station (U02), head to Odaiba Station (U07). From Odaiba Station, it’s about a 5-minute walk inside the facility.
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BILLS ODAIBA
Many people visit Odaiba for breakfast and pancakes here. It is a little easier than other restaurants. There is also Eggs ‘n Things nearby, so if you like pancakes, I recommend both.
  • EAT

The final spot is “bills,” our top recommendation, but Odaiba offers a wide area for exploration, including beaches and parks. I think it’s fun to stroll around with a drink in hand. There’s also a life-sized Gundam. As the day turns to evening, you can see the beautiful night view of Tokyo beyond the Rainbow Bridge.

The nearest station is not only Odaiba Station (U07) but also Tokyo Teleport Station (R04) on the Rinkai Line.

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