Mets Urawa Hotel

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...

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

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...

What's in a name? A rose by another name would smell just as sweet! Shakespeare couldn't say it better. The Kyu-Furukawa Garden is famous...

Although advance reservations are necessary to enter the museum, one can enjoy the building by simply visiting the garden (Kyu Furukawa G...

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

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...

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...

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

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...

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...