ARTICLES
GASTRONOMY
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THE MODERN TEA CEREMONY
The stylish Sakurai Japanese Tea Experience in fashionable Aoyama is the perfect place to explore the wonderful world of Japanese tea beyond the usual thick matcha. Explore the more than 50 varieties of local Japanese tea or perhaps one of the tea-infused cocktails.
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CUSTOMIZED SUSHI-MAKING EXPERIENCE WITH MATSUNOZUSHI
At Matsunozushi, a family enterprise that’s been serving classic Edomae-style sushi since 1910, book a dining experience that’s complete with a tailor-made master class by the fourth-generation chef.
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EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC TRADITION
From traditional craft techniques to the elaborate tea ceremony, a host of unique hands-on experiences awaits the traveller to Tokyo.
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A HIDDEN VILLAGE RICH IN NATURE AND TRADITION
See the other side of Tokyo on Mount Mitake. Just two hours from the bustle of the city center, this richly forested holy mountain has welcomed pilgrims and visitors for centuries, in lodgings run by Shinto priest families. Discover a world of ancient worship, traditional cuisine, and stunning natural beauty.
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SIMPLE, YET A NOVEL IDEA
Experience a uniquely modern take on cha-kaiseki tea ceremony dining at Sokkon in upscale Aoyama. Owner Soko Udagawa, the 18th-generation master of the Sowa-ryu school of tea ceremony, turns convention on its head with a refreshingly accessible approach that he calls “a return to the essence of tea tradition.”
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TOKYO'S PLANT-BASED CUISINE
Japan's ancient world of Zen Buddhism-inspired vegetarian cuisine has been given a fresh modern upgrade by top Tokyo chef Daisuke Nomura. Accompany the culinary innovator on a shojin ryori journey - from morning vegetable market shop to an exclusive private tasting in his restaurant.
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JAPANESE HOME COOKING MADE EASY
It's perhaps the ultimate souvenir from a trip to Tokyo: the ability to cook Japanese food. TOKYO COOK excels at teaching the art of Japanese home cooking, from gyoza dumplings to dashi broth, with experiences that are fun, tasty - and surprisingly easy.
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A HIDDEN TASTE OF TOKYO
Step back in time at a legendary traditional restaurant wrapped in gardens in the heart of Tokyo - and savor an atmospheric meal of seasonal, homemade dishes.
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FOR ALL TEMPURA AFICIONADOS
Tempura has been a popular source of nourishment in Tokyo since the 17th century. At Tempura Tenko, international visitors can take a genuine masterclass with head chef and owner Hitoshi Arai, covering everything from browsing a wholesale market to frying the tempura with his proprietary blend of oils.
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IN TUNE WITH NATURE AND UNIVERSE
There are two main types of Shojin-ryori, Japan's time-honored take on Buddhist vegetarian cuisine: simple, practical dishes served to monks, and those served to guests as a mark of hospitality. The Tokyo version of this cuisine focuses on delighting guests with premium ingredients and aesthetics. Experience this traditional style with a modern twist at Daigo, a reservation-only restaurant near Tokyo Tower that's one of only two Michelin-starred Shojin-ryori restaurants in Japan.
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YOUR VERY OWN TEA CEREMONY WITH A GREAT MASTER
The tea ceremony, which flourished in the Edo period, lives on in ultra-modern Tokyo. Let Charen Tranquilitea, helmed by a tea-ceremony specialist descended from feudal lords, introduce you to the way of tea through tailor-made experiences such as cha-kaiseki (tea ceremony and kaiseki fine dining) at a Michelin-starred restaurant.
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STEPPING INTO THE INTIMATE WORLD OF THE LOCALS
Explore the rich history of Japan's national drink at Toshimaya Shuzo. This brewery is attached to Tokyo's oldest sake shop, established in 1596. Feel the living sake tradition with a personal introduction from the head brewer and a sake tasting paired with locally-grown vegetables you pick yourself.
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A BOAT JOURNEY TO UNCOVER TOKYO'S ORIGINS
Trace the history of Tokyo - from its roots as a humble fishing village, to its days as the prosperous capital called Edo, to the dynamic metropolis that it is today - on a boat ride through its waterways. A cruise from Nihonbashi will take you on a journey through time and give you a peek into Tokyo's food culture, architecture, and religious traditions.
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LUXURY ON THE WATERFRONT
Tokyo was built around Edo Bay and the waterways that feed it. One of the secrets to the city's success, today the waterfront affords a sense of luxury and escape in the glittering city. Read on for waterfront experiences to elevate a visit to unforgettable heights.
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FINE DINING AND FERMENTATION
Sake, shoyu, miso, and more - some say fermentation is the foundation of Japanese gastronomy. With interest growing globally, eyes turn to the superb Tokyo restaurants leading the way in fermented food culture.
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TOKYO HAUNTS
When the sun sets on the city, these enclaves of excellence are shining stars that stand out even amid Tokyo's glittering nightlife.
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TOKYO'S TOP NEW HOTELS
In a timeless city that's always evolving, Tokyo's newest luxury hotels push the boundaries of excellence in every direction.
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SUSTAINABILITY-CONSCIOUS RESTAURANTS
In a city with more Michelin stars than any other, choosing a Tokyo restaurant is no trivial matter. These restaurants though, are not only among the finest in the city, they are each commended for championing sustainability in their own way.