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The 22 best ramen in Tokyo that will change your life

From old-school noodles and tonkotsu classics to soupless tsukemen and spicy favourites – you'll be bowled over by these ramen

14 best restaurants near Shibuya Scramble Crossing

From ramen and sushi to tonkatsu and burgers, these top restaurants are within a 15-minute walk from Shibuya Crossing

10 best cafés in Tokyo for matcha desserts

Satisfy your cravings with these green tea treats, including matcha parfaits, pastries, ice cream and more

14 best restaurants at Tsukiji Market

The Tsukiji outer market still has enough sushi and seafood restaurants, food stalls and cafés to keep you well-fed for weeks

5 best Japanese charcoal-grill restaurants in Tokyo

Some of the best meals in Tokyo this winter are slow-cooked over charcoal fire at dedicated sumibiyaki restaurants

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Latest food and drink news

Two of Tokyo’s most scenic sky-high outdoor terraces are now open

The terrace menus at Four Seasons Otemachi and Tokyo Edition Toranomon come with panoramic views of the Tokyo skyline

Sézanne in Tokyo is ranked as the best restaurant in Asia for 2024

The French fine dining restaurant at Four Seasons Marunouchi took the top spot in this year’s Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list

Tokyo’s three Michelin-starred ramen restaurants all lost their stars in the 2024 guide

This means there’s currently no Michelin-starred ramen in Tokyo – or the world, for that matter

9 Tokyo pizzerias ranked in the 50 Top Pizza Asia-Pacific list for 2024

The Pizza Bar on 38th in Mandarin Oriental Tokyo retains the crown as the best pizza in Asia-Pacific for another year

Enjoy some of Japan's most popular ramen for dinner at Club the Pepper in Shibuya

Shibuya’s whimsical robot restaurant and club now serves noodles from some of Japan’s most beloved ramen restaurants

Prices for Hibiki, Yamazaki and Hakushu whiskies will more than double next year

Suntory Spirits will be raising the prices of its alcohol in April 2024

Where to eat in Tokyo

10 best tonkatsu restaurants in Tokyo for golden deep-fried pork

These restaurants serve some of the best fried-and-tested pork cutlets, or tonkatsu, in Tokyo

7 best modern ramen in Tokyo, with truffle, lobster, porcini and more

Not your usual shio, shoyu, miso or tonkotsu ramen – these inventive bowls of noodles are just as lip-smacking

7 best fine dining restaurants with affordable lunches under ¥10,000

The low-risk, high-reward solution to trying out Tokyo’s hottest fine dining restaurants

17 best restaurants in Ginza: sushi, tonkatsu, ramen, tempura and more

The most memorable meals for all budgets in Tokyo's top shopping district: from cheap eats to Michelin-rated restaurants

12 best restaurants near Shibuya Scramble Crossing

From ramen and sushi to tonkatsu and burgers, these top restaurants are within a 15-minute walk from Shibuya Crossing

24 best cheap eats in Tokyo – all for ¥1,200 or less

Your ultimate guide to finding the best cheap restaurants and good value food in Tokyo – all for ¥1,200 or less (including tax)

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Where to drink in Tokyo

10 best gin bars in Tokyo

Experience these top-tier craft gin establishments currently dominating Tokyo's bar scene

5 most unique bars in Tokyo

A pharmacy-themed bar, a train carriage bar and more unconventional watering holes for a memorable night out in Tokyo

8 best secret bars in Tokyo

Hidden bars and speakeasies with concealed entrances, secret passwords, mysterious interiors and, of course, great drinks

28 best bars in Tokyo

Find the top bars in Tokyo with Time Out's ultimate drinks guide: craft beer, wine, sake, cocktails and more

13 best wine bars in Tokyo – natural wines included

Old world, new world, natural or even Japanese wines – these top bars in Tokyo are perfect for sipping on the good stuff

11 best rooftop bars and restaurants in Tokyo

For cool cocktails and spectacular views, make your way to the best rooftop bars and restaurants Tokyo has to offer

Special diet restaurants

Best vegan restaurants and cafés in Tokyo

Vegan cuisine is now easier to find in Tokyo. Here are some of our favourite restaurants serving plant-based meals

Best vegan desserts and snacks in Japan

These Japanese snacks and desserts are so good you'll forget they are vegan

7 best vegan, dairy-free ice cream in Tokyo

Guilt-free but still yummy: here are some of the best dairy-free, animal product-free, vegan ice cream the city has to offer

7 best gluten-free restaurants in Tokyo

Sensitive to gluten? These restaurants and cafés serve up delicious gluten-free dishes that don’t skimp on flavour

Guide to Japanese food

7 popular types of ramen and where to eat them in Tokyo

Can’t tell your shoyu from your shio? Here’s everything you need to know about the different types of Japanese ramen

Japanese condiments you should know

These Japanese seasonings and sauces will elevate your next meal: ponzu, shichimi, yuzu kosho, miso and more

In photos: Udatsu’s vegetarian sushi course is a sumptuous modern Japanese omakase

Udatsu Sushi in Nakameguro reinterprets a quintessential Tokyo dining experience for the modern vegetarian diners

30 interesting trivia and fun facts about Japanese food you didn't know

Test your knowledge of Japanese cuisine with this brain-bending list of trivia on everything from sushi to soba noodles

Best restaurants by cuisine

8 best yakiniku grilled beef restaurants in Tokyo

Our favourite go-tos for table-top grilled beef, from cheap and cheerful joints to high-end wagyu restaurants

6 best omakase sushi under ¥5,000 in Tokyo

This quintessential Tokyo food experience doesn’t have to break the bank

7 best omakase and tasting menus in Tokyo for under ¥10,000

Treat yourself to a bargain with these omakase sushi lunches, kaiseki dinners and modern European tasting menus

5 best modern ramen in Tokyo

Not your usual shio, shoyu, miso or tonkotsu ramen – these inventive bowls of noodles are just as lip-smacking

Best soba restaurants in Tokyo

Whether you prefer hot or cold soba, here are the best restaurants to slurp on fantastic buckwheat noodles

Best gyoza in Tokyo

These restaurants serve the best Japanese dumplings in the city, whether it's pan-fried, boiled or steamed

Best restaurants by area

6 best restaurants at Toranomon Yokocho

Seafood, Okinawan cuisine, Thai street food, craft gin and more – you can mix and match them all in this modern food hall

Best street food and snacks at Shibamata

Wander down a historical pilgrim route in Tokyo and sample local treats as you go: mochi, dango, tamagoyaki and more

6 best restaurants at Toranomon Yokocho

Seafood, Okinawan cuisine, Thai street food, craft gin and more – you can mix and match them all in this modern food hall

6 best restaurants at Toranomon Yokocho

Seafood, Okinawan cuisine, Thai street food, craft gin and more – you can mix and match them all in this modern food hall

Best street food and snacks at Shibamata

Wander down a historical pilgrim route in Tokyo and sample local treats as you go: mochi, dango, tamagoyaki and more

Best street food and snacks at Yanaka Ginza

This retro shopping street in Yanaka offers a good variety of Japanese snacks and desserts, from takoyaki to soft-serve

Best restaurants at Toyosu Market

Just like its predecessor in Tsukiji, Toyosu Market is home to some of the top sushi restaurants in Tokyo

Best street food and snacks in Harajuku

Eat your way through Tokyo's kawaii capital: rainbow cotton candy, animal ice cream cones, dessert crêpes and more