Typically, yokocho are ramshackle streets filled with small bars and restaurants. The most popular in Tokyo are Nonbei Yokocho in Shibuya, Omoide Yokocho in Shinjuku, but yokocho have also been a popular theme for some of the town’s new developments. From this relatively new space in Shin-Okubo serving Korean food …
Read More »Tokyo sights and attractions are temporarily closed to stop the spread of Covid-19
To curb the spread of the Covid-19 Omicron variant, a number of popular Tokyo attractions are temporarily closed from January 11 until further notice. As Kyodo News reported, the facilities affected so far are those run by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, such as zoos and aquariums, Japanese and botanical gardens, …
Read More »These top Tokyo attractions will close permanently in 2022
Despite the ongoing pandemic which has been difficult for businesses and attractions of all kinds, we have seen many new restaurants, cafes, bars and galleries pop-ups around Tokyo Last year. However, we also had to say goodbye to some Tokyo’s iconic landmarks last year, including top tourist attractions like Kawaii …
Read More »With an impressive 26.2% CAGR, the alternative fuel vehicle market
Pune, India, December 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – The world alternative fuel vehicle market The market size was $ 293.45 billion in 2020. The market is expected to grow from $ 330.45 billion in 2021 to $ 1,681.80 billion by 2028, showing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26 …
Read More »With an impressive 26.2% CAGR, the market size for alternative fuel vehicles [2021-2028]
The major players in the alternative fuel vehicle market are Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan), Toyota Motor Corporation (Aichi, Japan), Nissan Motor Corporation (Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan), Daimler AG (Stuttgart, Germany). ), Tesla (California, United States), BYD Company Ltd. (Shenzhen, China), Ford Motor Company (Michigan, United States), MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORPORATION. …
Read More »Tokyo now has three ramen restaurants with one Michelin star
With Japan being the land of ramen, you’d think the country would have a long list of Michelin starred ramen restaurants. Surprisingly, this is not the case. In fact, it wasn’t until 2016 that the prestigious food guide awarded a ramen restaurant its very first star. Tsuta in Tokyo has …
Read More »Tokyo is officially home to over 200 Michelin-starred restaurants
Between the continued state of emergency and strict travel restrictions, dining out in Tokyo hasn’t been easy this year. Nonetheless, Tokyo has a world-class gastronomic reputation to uphold, with more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other city in the world. The Tokyo 2022 Michelin Guide video reveal on November 30 gave …
Read More »The 6 major Tokyo attractions that closed permanently this year
The past two years have been difficult for many businesses in Tokyo and Japan due to the pandemic and Japan’s intermittent states of emergency. While we still mourn the institutions we have lost in 2020, there have been a few other closings announced over the past year. However, all is …
Read More »Japan’s restaurants and hotels hail life after state of emergency
TOKYO – As Japan slowly opens its economy after a lengthy declaration of emergency, the restaurant and tourism industries are starting to see light at the end of the tunnel. “We can finally stay open until late at night,” said Kazunari Maguchi, owner of Rockfish bar in Tokyo’s upscale Ginza …
Read More »Tokyo to lift early closure rules for bars and restaurants on Monday
Although Tokyo officially ended its multi-month state of emergency on October 1, some rules have been maintained as the metropolitan government announced a plan to carefully ease restrictions over a period of several weeks. The roadmap provided for the resumption of alcohol sales in bars and restaurants as well as …
Read More »Three Tokyo restaurants make 2021 World’s 50 best restaurants list
One of the most popular rankings in the culinary world, World’s 50 Best Restaurants returned this year after taking a pandemic-induced hiatus in 2020. Three of Tokyo’s most renowned restaurants, all with Michelin stars, make the list . Photo: Den Modern Japanese Restaurant Den, known for its contemporary take on …
Read More »Tokyo to re-allow alcohol service in restaurants and bars
It’s been a long time since we’ve been able to order a bottle of wine with dinner or sit in a bar, but with the state of emergency expiring on Thursday, September 30, it looks like the alcohol restrictions in Tokyo will also be relaxed. According to Mainichi, the government …
Read More »Japanese Mimaru Hotels Have Pokémon Rooms With Giant Snorlax
Japan doesn’t disappoint when it comes to Pokémon. If you’ve shopped at Pokémon Center in Shibuya and seen these cool manhole cover popping up across the country, here’s another experience you can add to your list. Pocket Monster fans can now stay overnight in a Pokémon-themed hotel room in Mimaru …
Read More »APA Hotels has an amazing deal that lets you travel to a hotel across Japan for 30 days
With international travel virtually at a standstill in this time of Covid-19, many of us are now taking more domestic travel, exploring the many beautiful attractions that Japan has to offer. But let’s face it, though: hotels in Japan can get very expensive, especially since the Go to Travel campaign …
Read More »These Tokyo Vegan Restaurants Offer Take-Out Food
With social distancing being the norm these days, and as restaurants are now closing earlier due to the state of emergency, eating in is the new restaurant out there – that’s why we’re all taking take out more. than ever. While Tokyo is full of restaurants serving beef bowls, katsu …
Read More »Hakkeijima Sea Paradise in Yokohama receives four new attractions this month
Hakkeijima sea paradise in Yokohama is known to be an ideal attraction for children. The park is divided into two main areas: the amusement area called Pleasure Land and Aqua Resorts, which is an aquarium home to around 120,000 sea creatures including dolphins, penguins and sharks. It also has its …
Read More »Tokyo lands seven places in Asia’s 50 best restaurants 2021
With social distancing rules, restaurant closings, and reduced opening hours, this hasn’t been a good year for dining out. That said, the world’s best restaurants have worked tirelessly to stay one step ahead until the food scene can fully reopen once again. Menus have been reinvented and cooking techniques refined …
Read More »Step into Tokyo’s unique restaurants and bars with this new book series
Imagine you could sit down with the owner of your favorite Tokyo restaurant or bar and ask him anything: how did they get started, where did they learn to make their dashi? A new book series called Take Away Tokyo aims for the same level of intimacy with bilingual Japanese-English …
Read More »These Tokyu hotels in the heart of Shibuya have budget vacation deals
While the Go to Travel campaign won’t be returning anytime soon, there are still many offers to stay in Tokyo. If you’ve been waiting to indulge yourself, this deal might be for you: Four Tokyu hotels in Shibuya have rooms starting at 2,667 per night, weekends included, for a limited …
Read More »Visit the shops and restaurants inside the JR East station gates with your IC card
Major city transit hubs like Ueno, Shinagawa, and Tokyo Stations have more than just train platforms. These bustling one-stop shops, called ekinaka to locals, offers restaurants, shops, and sometimes even an entire department store inside its front doors. Ekinaka like Tokyo Gransta, Execute Shinagawa and Ecute Ueno have become popular …
Read More »Tokyo hotels offer rooms for remote working at just 500 per day
A year after the start of the coronavirus pandemic, many companies are still adapting to the concept of remote working. It was previously rare in Japan but, as the second state of emergency is prolonged, telecommuting is strongly encouraged by the Tokyo government, which declared February as an Emergency Telework …
Read More »Tokyo urges bars and restaurants to close, people to stay at home from 8 p.m.
On January 4, Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga announced that he was considering declaring a state of emergency for Tokyo and its surrounding prefectures. But the governors of Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama and Chiba have decided to pursue their own coordinated emergency measures without waiting for the central government’s decision. NHK …
Read More »These Tokyo stores and restaurants have closed for good this year
Tokyo is an ever-changing city with restaurants and shops opening and closing regularly – but more so in this year of the Covid-19 pandemic. On the one hand, we have seen some exciting new additions in anticipation of the Tokyo Olympics, like that of Shibuya Miyashita Park, the metropolis also …
Read More »Tokyo still has more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other city in the world
For restaurants in Tokyo and around the world, 2020 will be one of the industry’s toughest years. But, despite the difficulties, December 7 was an opportunity to celebrate the resilience, excellence and future of restaurants, with the release of the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2021. Announced via the live-stream below, a …
Read More »Tokyo urges restaurants and bars to close early, people to stay home amid Covid-19 wave
According to The Mainichi Shimbun, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has called for sites to shorten their opening hours to a three-week period as the metropolis continues to register a high number of new Covid-19 case. This applies to restaurants that serve alcohol, bars, and nightlife businesses such as karaoke lounges. …
Read More »Best Western® Hotels & Resorts expands in Asia with brand new midscale hotel in Tokyo
Best Western Hotel Fino Tokyo — Photo by BWH Hotel Group® Best Western Hotel Fino Tokyo — Photo by BWH Hotel Group® Best Western® Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of the Best Western Hotel Fino Tokyo Akasaka, located at 3-7-12, Akasaka, Tokyo. The hotel has 87 rooms, including standard, …
Read More »Pan Pacific Hotels Group enters Tokyo, Japan in 2020
Pan Pacific Hotels Group has signed an agreement to enter Tokyo, Japan to market the five-star hotel Cerulean Tower Tokyu as a Pan Pacific partner hotel through its distribution channels and loyalty program, Pan Pacific DISCOVERY . Culminating at 188 meters, Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel, a partner hotel of Pan …
Read More »Westin Hotels & Resorts Expands Presence in Japan with Signature of Westin Yokohama
Scheduled to debut in 2022, The Westin Yokohama will bring the brand’s signature wellness offerings to Japan’s second-largest city. Tokyo, Japan – Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International Inc. today announced the signing of the 373-room building The Westin Yokohama, scheduled to open in 2022. Owned by Sekisui …
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