Palette Takashimadaira

For an aesthetic Japanese experience, visit this museum to admire some lovely examples of calligraphy. A few pieces are shown at a time,...

When people talk about Toshimaen, the first thing that comes to mind would be summer and pools. Its Hydropolis has seven swimming pools w...

An account of university students over the ages are collected here which is related to interesting memorabilia, university fashion and o...

Entering this restaurant is like returning to the time when its namesake was crossing Asia. There is only a slight Chinese influence, the...

With affordable drinks, congenial staff and Kilkenny and Guinness on tap, this is one of the few international pubs in Ikebukuro. No expe...

With a large selection of very reasonably priced dishes, and a casual atmosphere, Tengu is a favorite of many Japanese. The menu features...

To concentrate the vast number of items from Japan, China and Korea which the Mitsui family owns, the annex was established in 1985. Kept...

Often overlooked is this memorial to Eiichi Shibusawa (1840-1931) who played an important role in the development of Japan's modern banki...

Artwork from one of Japan's best-known illustrators of children's books forms the bulk of the museum's collection. Primarily a memorial t...

When looking out over the Ikebukuro area, Fukusuke feels like an island within Tokyo. Unlike most places, Fukusuke offers sushi in indivi...

The beautiful view through the large windows of the Japanese garden immediately puts the diner in the frame of mind to fully appreciate t...

The secret to good Tonkatsu (deep-fried pork) is a crispy outside with a soft juicy inside. Umehachi have the secret just right. B...

This famous chain is very popular with meat lovers. Only quality beef is used, but prices are reasonable and there is a great view high a...

As its name suggests, the Jolly Roger is a seafood restaurant with a pirate's flair. Modern day pirates can enjoy a choice of an all-you-...

All you can eat is not so unusual, but say that and French cuisine in one breath and people will think you are crazy. F.L.O. offers a var...

Although it is a bit of a walk from Asagaya station, this French restaurant is well worth the exercise. It is a cozy little place with st...

You don't have to take that two hour flight to Okinawa if you're stopping by the Dachibin. Just walk past the big Orion (Okinawa's home b...

This is a perfect place to come with a friend; at night it is full of groups of women doing just that. The restaurant opened in 1990 and...

A Thai restaurant which has basically adapted it's flavor to suit Japanese tastes. Dishes such as Chiang Mai soba, or Thai curry are avai...