- EAST AREA
- ODAIBA
O GARDEN CAFE
This cafe features a lovely terrace seating area with views of the Harumi Pier Park. The menu is stylish, emphasizing quality ingredients. The second floor is designated as a workspace.
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- SOUTH AREA
- SHIBUYA
NEZU MUSEUM
This museum houses the national treasure “Irises Screen” by Ogata Korin. The building, renovated by Kengo Kuma, is also quite impressive. Behind the building, there is a spacious garden you can explore, which includes a cafe. The “Irises Screen” is displayed annually from late April to mid-May.
- SOUTH AREA
- SHIBUYA
A PIECE OF CAKE
A small cafe is located adjacent to the Taro Okamoto Memorial Museum. Although a bit pricey, you can enjoy delicious homemade cakes and drinks. While overlooking the garden adorned with artworks, you can relax and forget that you’re in the middle of the city. If you have time, consider visiting the nearby Nezu Museum as […]
- SOUTH AREA
- SHIBUYA
TONKATSU MAISEN AOYAMA
The main store of “Mai-sen,” well-known from stations and department store basements, is housed in a renovated public bathhouse, which makes its interior quite enjoyable. At the street-facing shop, you can also purchase items like katsu sandwiches.
- SOUTH AREA
- SHIBUYA
OMOTESANDO ST
The wide street that leads from Meiji Shrine to Omotesando Station is lined with high-end brand stores and beautiful trees. Venturing into the side streets, you’ll find numerous small shops offering clothing and food, making for an enjoyable detour.
- SOUTH AREA
- SHIBUYA
TAKESHITA ST
A well-known historic street for the youth. Recently, it has become cleaner and easier to navigate with many chain stores, but it still retains shops like the ever-popular crepe stands, offering a nostalgic atmosphere for all generations.
- SOUTH AREA
- SHIBUYA
THE BRIDGE HARAJUKU
Sarutahiko Coffee’s Harajuku store is located on the second floor of a building near Harajuku Station. It’s a great place to take a break when visiting Meiji Shrine or Yoyogi Park. The atmosphere is very pleasant.
- SOUTH AREA
- SHIBUYA
MEIJI JINGU
This shrine is dedicated to Emperor Meiji, as its name suggests. It resembles a vast, deep forest filled with greenery, though most of the trees were planted by people. Its fortunes are also unique, as they do not predict good or bad luck.
- EAST AREA
- ODAIBA
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.
- EAST AREA
- TSUKIJI
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.