Since I was a kid I wanted to visit Tokyo and I finally had the chance in 2011 while studying abroad in South Korea for my 22nd birthday. I’ve been numerous times since then and these are recommendations for your next visit.
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- EVERYONEs CAFE: If you’re looking for a brunch spot in Tokyo, this breakfast place next to Ueno Zoological Gardens close to Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum has excellent Japanese-style pancakes right outside Ueno Station. Recommend. Dining on the patio is my preference. 8-4 Uenokoen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0007, Japan
- Seafood Donburi Ginhachi Ginza
- Joint Burger Ginza
- La Cabina Shibuya:
- ARTNIA Square-Enix
Bars:
- LOST
Coffee Shops/Tea Shops/Bakeries:
- Fuglen Tokyo Asakusa
- % Arabica Tokyo Azabudai Hills B1: I am in LOVE with the coffee from % Arabica, you can really taste the attention to detail and they make a mean iced coffee. It’s located right near teamLab Borderless and a good stop for your caffeine fix before or after visiting. Japan, 〒105-0001 Tokyo, Minato City, Toranomon, 5 Chome−9−1 ガーデンプラザA B B1F
- Tiphareth Coffee Roastery: If you’re staying out in Shinjuku, this is a great coffee shop that actually opens early (IYKYK) and has a nice selection of freshly roasted beans with pour overs available. The owner was there when I visited and friendly. Japan, 〒160-0004 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Yotsuya, 2 Chome−11−18 磯合ビル 1F
- JAHO Coffee Roaster
- bricolage bread & co
- All Seasons Coffee Shinjuku
- Cha Bar Shinjuku
- Kanda Coffee
Attractions + Things to do:
- mipig cafe (Harajuku)
- teamLab Planets Tokyo
- teamLab Borderless
- Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
- Meiji Shrine
- Shibuya Sky
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