An izakaya is a casual Japanese pub where food is just as much a part of the evening as drinks. You can share grilled skewers, try Japanese comfort food, and order a few more dishes whenever something catches your eye.
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What to Buy for Breakfast at Japanese Supermarkets: Easy Hotel Meals
Not every morning in Japan needs to start with a hotel buffet or a search for an open café.
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Where to Buy Japanese Skincare in Japan: Drugstores, Donki & More
Wondering where to buy Japanese skincare during your trip?
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Tokyo Yamanote Line Guide: How to Ride & Where to Go
The Yamanote Line is a JR East loop line connecting many of Tokyo’s best-known neighbourhoods, including Shinjuku, Shibuya, Harajuku, Ueno, Akihabara and Tokyo Station.
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Tokyo with Kids: A Flexible 3-Day Family Itinerary
Planning three days in Tokyo with kids? I would divide the trip into three areas: Asakusa and eastern Tokyo, Harajuku and Shibuya, then Toyosu and Odaiba.
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Japanese Noodle Guide: 8 Noodle Dishes to Try in Japan
Not sure which Japanese noodles to order? Ramen is only the beginning.
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Japanese Supermarkets vs Don Quijote: Where Should You Shop?
Should you shop at a Japanese supermarket or Don Quijote during your trip?
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Do You Need a Suica Card in Japan? Where to Buy It and How to Use It
You do not have to buy a Suica card to travel in Japan, but it can make everyday train journeys and small purchases much easier.
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What to Order at Conveyor Belt Sushi If You Don’t Eat Raw Fish
Your travel companion wants sushi, but raw fish is not really your thing. Does that mean you have to sit there with a cup of tea while everyone else eats?
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