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Tonkatsu Agezuki

Tonkatsu Agezuki is a foodie-must waiting in Iidabashi, Shinjuku that stakes its claim by using Minami no Shima pork, a rare premium breed from Miyazaki Prefecture. The shop name translates to “raise one’s luck”, with a hopeful nod that all diners from near and far will get the best in great taste and better luck for the future.

Shinjuku, Okubo, Yoyogi, Yotsuya
Japanese Cuisine

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This restaurant is known for its Miyazaki brand pork, “Minami no Buta.” The breading isn’t too thick, and the outside is crisp and fragrant. When you bite into it, you can taste the tenderness and juiciness of the pork itself. Tonkatsu may look simple, but careful attention goes into everything from selecting the meat and breading it to controlling the oil temperature. You don’t just taste the fried coating—you can also taste the pork’s natural sweetness. It’s no wonder this place is quite popular in the Kagurazaka area.

Ginza Matsuzaki Senbei Main Shop

A long-standing Senbei (a type of Japanese cracker) shop, founded in 1804. The “Oedo Matsuzaki Sanmido” Kawara Senbei, representing the Matsuzaki Senbei, has a smooth surface on which a craftsman will carefully paint a seasonal motif with syrup, one by one. It uses plenty of eggs, and the light sweetness with a crispy pleasant texture is loved by a wide range of customers.

Ginza, Yurakucho
Sweets Shop & Desserts Shop

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Ginza Matsuzaki Senbei is a long-established Tokyo senbei shop founded in 1804, known for its traditionally handcrafted rice crackers. Its signature “Oedo Matsuzaki Koyomi” features seasonal scenes painted on the crackers, making each one look like a small work of art, delicate and full of Japanese charm. The shop also offers a variety of senbei and wagashi, all elegantly packaged and perfect as gifts. They taste a little like Taiwanese tile cookies.

BEAMS Ginza

The Ginza store of "BEAMS", one of the pioneer select shops and favored by a wide range of age groups. The store consists of two floors, the 2nd and 3rd floors, with the men's and women's casual clothing on the 2nd floor and the men's dress and designer goods on the 3rd floor. The third floor features formal items such as the original "BEAMS F" brand and the imported "LARDINI" brand. There is also a salon where customers can order custom suits and shirts.

Ginza, Yurakucho
Miscellaneous Goods

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BEAMS is one of my personal favorite clothing brands. The Ginza store has a stylish, upscale feel, and the displays are very tasteful. It’s a great place to browse and get a feel for the brand’s style, but if you’re hoping to find a bargain, you might be a little disappointed, as there aren’t many discounted items. BEAMS fans may want to visit, but with such beautiful products and those prices, it can be hard to make a purchase.

Tiffany Flagship Store Ginza

Since its establishment in New York in 1837, this jewelry brand has continued to attract celebrities from around the world. In Japan, Tiffany & Co. operates stores in various locations and has three boutiques in Ginza, Tokyo. The Tiffany Ginza Flagship Store, located along Chuo-dori Avenue, is positioned as the flagship store in Japan, where customers can enjoy an elegant shopping experience in a luxurious interior.

Ginza, Yurakucho
Jewelry & Watches

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The Tiffany Ginza Flagship Store is very close to the Mitsukoshi department store. The iconic Tiffany Blue sign and window displays always make you want to take a second look. In recent years, the favorable Japanese yen exchange rate and tax-free shopping have attracted many international travelers to Japan specifically to buy jewelry and luxury goods. When shopping in Ginza, this famous store is also a popular stop for many people. Even if you don't buy anything, just browsing is a real treat!

Ukokkei-an “Silkie Egg Castella”

A signature product from Ukokkei-an, which operates a dedicated farm center for raising silky chickens deep in the mountains of Kanazawa, Ishikawa, surrounded by lush trees. True to its name, it’s made with plenty of fresh eggs laid by silky chickens as a main ingredient, and each loaf is carefully baked by skilled craftsmen from preparation through baking.

Kanazawa
Snacks

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When visiting Kanazawa, it’s really easy to be drawn in by all the glittering gold leaf desserts! I’d heard that Ukokkei-an’s Silkie Egg Castella was quite famous, so I made a special trip to check it out. Made with silkie chicken eggs, the cake has a rich egg flavor and a delicate, moist texture, with the natural sweetness of honey. The top is covered with a layer of shimmering gold leaf, making it a distinctive souvenir as well.

Namacha Jelly at Nakamura Tokichi Main Store

With its main shop in Uji, this veteran tea merchant boasts a history of some 170 years since its founding in 1854 (Ansei 1). Swing by to the cozy café attached to the shop for your choice of tasty sweets including parfaits, zenzai and more. The most popular item on the menu is Namacha jelly, available to takeaway so you can enjoy all the store goodness from the comforts of home.

Uji, Joyo, Yawata
Snacks

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Nakamura Tokichi’s matcha specialty shop offers a wide variety of choices, from matcha parfaits and green tea jelly to green tea soba noodles. The green tea jelly has a refreshing flavor and rich tea aroma. Paired with red bean paste and shiratama dumplings, it has a bittersweet taste and a distinctly Japanese flair. Matcha lovers will easily fall in love with it after just one bite.

Akagi Shrine

This Akagi Shrine is said to have been established in 1300, as a spiritual branch of the Akagi Shrine situated at the foothills of Mount Akagi in Gunma prefecture.

Shinjuku, Okubo, Yoyogi, Yotsuya
Shrines & Temples

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As you wander around Kagurazaka, you may unexpectedly come across Akagi Shrine. Akagi-hime no Mikoto is enshrined here and is said to be associated with women’s happiness, good relationships, and safe childbirth, so the shrine is popular with many female worshippers. Its most distinctive feature is the thoroughly modern architecture, designed in part by Kengo Kuma. The clean, crisp lines create an interesting contrast with the traditional shrine.

Kakurenbo Yokocho Alley

Kagurazaka, stretching between Kagurazaka Station and Iidabashi Station, is a hidden gem within Shinjuku, known for its secluded charm.

Shinjuku, Okubo, Yoyogi, Yotsuya
Shopping Streets

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This is one of Kagurazaka’s most distinctive alleys. Its name comes from the intersecting, maze-like lanes. Walking between the black wooden walls and stone-paved paths, you can get a sense of the atmosphere of Kagurazaka’s former geisha district, which feels completely different from the bustling shopping street. There are also quite a few restaurants and small shops in the alley, making it a nice place to explore while taking a walk.

Obon de Gohan Ueno branch

Eat healthy Japanese food sitting in a stylish cafe-style interior with views of Ueno Station outside the windows. A popular dish is the set meal, where you can select the main dish and the type of rice of your choice.

Ueno, Nippori
Japanese Cuisine

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The restaurant has a wide variety of dishes that you can mix and match to suit your preferences. Whether you want fish, meat, or vegetables, you can find something you like. The meals are relatively well-balanced rather than consisting of just one main item, so they don’t feel too heavy afterward. The dining style is simple and convenient, and even with a large group, everyone can choose what they like without having to compromise.

Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery

Located in the middle of Meijijiugu gaien, Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery is an art museum displaying pictures depicting the achievements of Japanese Emperor Meiji.

Shinjuku, Okubo, Yoyogi, Yotsuya
Museums

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Walk all the way down the golden ginkgo-lined avenue, and you’ll see the Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery. In autumn, the neatly lined ginkgo trees on both sides, together with the gallery in the distance, create one of the most iconic views in Meiji Jingu Gaien. The season when the ginkgo leaves turn yellow is especially popular for enjoying the fall scenery in Tokyo.