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Marina's Extensive Tokyo Travel Guide
Special Restaurants
Roppongi Nakaya
If you choose one nice dinner in Tokyo, this is it. Ask to see the celebrity book, it's incredible! Call for a reservation.
Koba Yashi
Offering omakase at a modern art gallery space. There are only 8 seats, but it's absolutely worth it for a very special night. DM them for reservations. LINK
Gonpachi in Roppongi
This is an easy and great place—and price—for lunch or dinner. The restaurant even recreated the fight scene from Kill Bill. Walk in and you'll instantly recognize it.
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The Pizza Bar on 38th
This is one of the best pizzas in Asia, hands down. You'll need to make your reservation months in advance.
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Drinks Bar at Tokyo Tower
Reservations can be secured 24 hours before. LINK
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Drinks at the Park Hyatt
Modeled after a NY-style grill, this venue offers gorgeous views of the city along with live music nightly.
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Teppanyaki Restauant at Grand Hyatt
Great atmosphere and classic fare.
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Italian Restaurants
PST Higashiazabu
This is the best pizza ever! You can also try PST Roppongi
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PST Roppongi
Since reservations can only be secured in Japanese, ask your hotel to call for you. This is the best pizza you don't want to miss.
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Elio
This is Giorgio Armani's favorite Italian restaurant in town that's easy for lunch or dinner, when you should make a reservation. LINK
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Cignale Enoteca
If you can get in, this is the most romantic Italian spot. Super homey feeling and no kids allowed, with a fun shop you can peruse while waiting.
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Gucci Osteria
In Ginza with Gucci's signature appeal and ambience. LINK
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Traditional Japanese
Kamachiku
Close to the Nezu museum, this is the most beautiful udon restaurant. Since they don't accept reservations, go (early) for lunch. LINK
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Ginza Bairin
One of the best fried pork restaurants in Tokyo—it’s casual and so good. No reservations needed. LINK
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Okei
Okie has great guioza, but they don't take reservations. LINK
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Imo Pippi
They have the most delicious sweet potato desserts. I loved the Mont Blanc, sweet potato creme brûlée.
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Sakurai
An authentic Japanese tea experience that we all loved.
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Ginza Kagari
Truly the best Soba in town. Ask for the truffle Soba—it might be the best meal you have ever eaten. Stay in line, it's worth the wait.
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To See
Kusama Museum
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Mori Art Museum
A lovely collection of art that's fascinating for both kids and adults.
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The Imperial Palace Grounds
The Palace Grounds are beautiful. The perimeter is about 5km, so it makes for a gorgeous walk.
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Shibuya Sky Tree
Offering incredible 360 degree views of the city. Best to purchase your tickets in advance.
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Asakusa (Sensoji)
This is the main Buddhist temple that everyone goes to—it's touristy but still nice to see. Unlike the Meiji Shrine, the area is lively with lots of food vendors, where you can try random Japanese snacks.
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Mi Pig Cafe
The kids had a blast here! Make sure you have a reservation, one is conveniently located on Takeshita Street.
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Takeshita Street
Takeshita Street is a must with lots of fun foods—think rainbow cotton candy, rainbow grilled cheese, and some very cute, fun shops.
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teamLab Borderless
An interactive art space that the kids loved. I would recommend going to the TeamLab Borderless located at the Azabudai Hills Mall since TeamLab is a bit out of the way.
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To Shop
Azabudai Hills Mall
Designed by Thomas Heatherwick, this mall has everything you need for food and shops. You must go.
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Don Quijote
They have this store all over Tokyo, and the one is Shinjuky might be the biggest one. It's like a combination of Walmart, a Dollar Store, and TJMaxx! My kids absolutely loved it.
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Barney's New York
A real joy for me to go back and visit. I came back with so many souvenirs and gifts.
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Beams
Hands down, my favorite shop in Tokyo. The one in Ginza has the best merchandise for women—think great tees, Champion collabs, etc.
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Tsutaya Books in Daikanyama
This might be the most beautiful book store in the world. There are three cafes, a gorgeous bar, and a lounge area inside, where can take a break and seize the moment. The Daikanyama neighborhood is beautiful, too, with lots of charming shops. Make sure you give yourself time to walk around!
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