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"Definition of a hole in the wall," says Tony. Bourdain had: beer Drinks date: Masa Kokubo, a Japanese film producer and production manager
Eclectic decor, creative cocktails, and intimate vibes across 3 levels
1 Chome-2-11 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan Get directions
¥1,000–2,000
Ramen · Toshima
Michelin-starred ramen featuring truffle sauce and local crab
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Local Flavor · Taitō
Electronics, manga, anime, maid cafes, and arcades abound
Hotel · Minato
Sleek rooms with city views, fine dining, and rooftop cocktails
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Tonkatsu restaurant · Suginami
Specializing in unique white tonkatsu, tender pork melts in your mouth.
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Izakaya restaurant · Chūō
Train-themed sake bar with canned food, memorabilia
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Breakfast restaurant · Shibuya
Hand-shaved bonito flakes served over rice with miso soup
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Fish store · Chūō
Specialty fish roe shop with pasta, rice bowls, and chazuke
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Sleek rooms with city views, free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants, bar
Japanese inn · Taitō
Traditional ryokan with modern design, tatami rooms, and rooftop jacuzzi
Ramen restaurant · Shinjuku
Michelin-starred ramen with truffle & clam broth, homemade noodles
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