Wonderful, peaceful gardens to visit both for tourists and locals! The ponds, statuary, trees, and flowers make you feel you are in a faraway paradise. There is a convenient Information Center near the entrance, and many clean restrooms. Fees are very reasonable including 50% discount for Senior Citizens and disabilities and students. Beautiful backdrops for photo opportunities.

A beautiful and peaceful escape in the middle of Tokyo. Shinjuku Gyoen is incredibly clean, spacious, and well-maintained. The park has lovely Japanese gardens, open lawns, and a stunning greenhouse. Perfect for relaxing walks, picnics, and photography. I went during ___ (spring/autumn/etc.), and the scenery was breathtaking — especially the cherry blossoms! Very easy to access from Shinjuku-Gyoenmae Station. Highly recommended if you want to enjoy nature in the city.

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is a beautiful botanical Garden in Tokyo Japan. if you’re a plant and flower enthusiast there is a lot to see. There are a lot of lakes to which makes it very calming. there is a lot of place to play and run around for kids, and it’s also a great picnic spot similar to Hyde Park in London. it’s great to see cherry blossoms in the spring season. I went in autumn season in secon first week of November. As you can see in the pictures. There were no red and yellow trees, and I was disappointed. so it might be better to go in end, November when autumn hits in tomyo

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is truly an oasis amid the bustle of Shinjuku. We visited on a lightly drizzling day and spent about an hour exploring the grounds. Although we managed to see most of the main areas in that time, we easily could have spent another hour or two strolling through the beautifully maintained landscapes. The gardens feature a variety of scenic areas, along with several pleasant cafés and refreshment spots, making it a relaxing place to pause and enjoy the surroundings. The facilities and amenities were exceptionally clean and well maintained, consistent with Japan’s high standards. Admission was 500 yen per adult, and the gardens are open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Overall, Shinjuku Gyoen offers a peaceful retreat from the city and is well worth a visit for anyone spending time in Tokyo.

Oh my, i visited Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden a couple of months back. I went with wife and daughter, since she is studying in japan. I found this gem by coincident after having breakfast. As you need to walk to release your heavy tummy. Need to pay at the gate, and it raise our expectation, as some park in tokyo are free. However it was exceed my expectation, you may find big trees, a wide and clean road, green grass, clean lake. This typicall garden that you yave spend in long hours, do not rush, so you earn it. I loved it, love it very much. Btw, you may grab a delicious matcha inside, a few cafe will provide it.

Amazing place to visit and chill, especially in autumn when the weather is sub 20 degrees. Beautifully crafted landscaping and really appreciated the breeze and silence. Always wanted to see the pavilion featured in Garden of Words and it certainly didn't disappoint! Just note they're very strict on the closing time and will go around to chase people out so don't overstay your welcome!

An excellent and beautifully maintained garden right in the heart of Tokyo. The entrance fee is 500 yen, which is very reasonable for the size and serenity of the place. The park features a wonderful mix of traditional Japanese style gardens, with wide walking paths and plenty of benches to relax. It’s a peaceful escape from the busy streets of Shinjuku, perfect for a quiet stroll, enjoying seasonal flowers, or simply taking a break in nature. Definitely worth a visit.

Plan to visit to experience the Golden Gai ? If you are a fan of tight spaces and pocket size bars, this is the place for you. Some bars even have a no-cover charge welcome signs to attract customers. There's a bar for everyone - American style, Asian style, Hard Rock Metal Heads, Laid back style, etc. etc. Walkable distance from Shinjuku Metro Station, this area is a part of the Tokyo night life. Pretty safe area this.

Better than Kabukicho Main Street! Amazing place with little Japanese bars. Plenty of bars with no charges or little charges(¥500-600) with drinks priced starting ¥800. Some of them have Karaoke, music while few are members only. Small alley with good vibes.

Really cool looking alleys with bars in them. For some reason it didnt feel like the friendliest place though, which felt unusual for my experience of Japan so far. Still some great photo opportunities at night time. Didn't go into a bar because im an introvert and it felt like I would have to speak to strangers as they so small. Would recommend a walk around here though. Was better than Omoide Yokocho.

This area has a ton of bars to choose from, and it’s definitely worth exploring if you’re looking for a fun night out. That said, most of these bars are very small—some can only fit a handful of people—so if it’s just you and one other person, you’ll be fine. But if your group is around four or more, it can get tricky to find space. I would avoid visiting on Friday or Saturday, as it gets absolutely packed. It’s much better to come during the weeknights, or even on a Sunday if you want a bit of a crowd but still room to breathe. The best time to come is around 19:00–20:00 (7–8 p.m.), since that’s when most of the bars are open and starting to get lively. Be aware that many of these places have cover charges—usually between ¥500–¥1,000—which they either add to your bill or require before you order. Some bars are members-only, so if you see that sign, just move along to the next one. Others advertise no cover charge, but their drink prices tend to start a bit higher, around ¥1,000 per drink. For payment, I recommend bringing cash, since while some bars do take cards, quite a few are cash-only or simply prefer it. Overall, this is a great place to meet new people, especially tourists and expats, which is the main crowd here. I’ve been to this area many times over the months and have always had a good experience—never any issues, just good vibes and fun nights. If you’re visiting the city, this is definitely a nightlife spot to check out.

What looks like dirty, dangerous alleyways are actually quite clean and welcoming. There is a bar for all types of people. Only problem is that when it gets busy you can't get a drink 🤣. Too many people at peak hours. Enjoy

This is such a unique and cool place. Bar hopping is really fun here not only bc of the variety and number of places, but each one is super intimate (seating between 5-10 ppl). And because this is a tourist hot spot, the small alleys and bars are a fun way to connect with people from all over. Knowing some Japanese helps here more than other places because proprietors tend to speak Japanese only. Many bars are cash-only and maybe half require a seating fee ranging from 500-1,000 Yen. There is a Family Mart nearby if you need to pickup some cash. A few offer food as well as drinks, and some specialize in whiskey/spirits versus beer. I've been told that the ones on the first floor are more expensive, which kinda makes sense since they're more convenient to walk into as opposed to ones on the second floor where you have to climb treacherous stairs.

So cool! I don’t drink, so there’s not much here for me, but the look of the area is unlike any place I’ve ever been. Fun to walk through and take pictures. If you like drinking, then bonus for you.

Incredible nightly video shows with music on the building. Has a fantastic observation deck on the top of both buildings. On the ground floor there is a small mall with two of the best visitors information centers in Tokyo. Visit during the daytime to learn about Tokyo and overlook the city then visit at night to see show and a very different view from the observation deck.

Not a lot of tourists know about this attraction, which is completely free!! The observatory decks are as good as the other towers out there. The wait to go up is minimal. The fact that there is a public piano for performances makes it more mesmerizing. There is a small cafe on the top, so you can easily chill while watching the view or the performers. The night shows are also worth watching. There are different songs and projections. The building is quite close to a station.

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 An unforgettable (and free!) Tokyo experience! Hard to believe that such a professional and well-managed observatory is completely free to visit! The panoramic views of Tokyo are truly breathtaking—even though I couldn’t catch Mt. Fuji due to cloudy weather, the experience was still remarkable. What made the atmosphere even more special was the public piano—each performer played so beautifully, and the queue was organized very smoothly. Small details like a free water fountain and reasonably priced vending machines made the visit even more comfortable. If you’re visiting Tokyo, this is a must-see spot! Can’t recommend it enough.

It's an amazing free viewing platform! South entrance has always short lines. Come for stunning sunset views. And dont forget to catch the light show, starting from 19.30... This summer they have a nice grassy area to chill while watching.

Unlike incorrectly recommended Shinjuku L Sun Tower, the Metropolitan Government building has a free observation deck on the 45th floor. You can view almost every direction from there. The have gifts and refreshments for sale too. Highly worth the visit IMHO.

One of the best observatories in Tokyo, with two separate observatory decks, a north one and a south one. Both have amazing views of the city at just the right height. The south observatory even has a piano designed by Yayoi Kusama free for your playing (five minute limit). Best of all, both decks are free!

One of the best observation decks in Tokyo! The view was absolutely amazing — and it’s free! We’re glad we came. Honestly, the North deck alone is enough; no need to visit both. Also a small shopping area filled with cool trinkets such as Godzilla. Highly recommended!

★★★★★ Omoide Yokocho, Shinjuku, Tokyo If you’re in Tokyo, go here. Tourist or not, this is the real thing. People call it a tourist trap. It’s not. You walk through narrow smoky alleys filled with tiny yakitori stalls. Each one has its own rhythm, its own smell, its own story. You sit shoulder to shoulder with strangers, surrounded by the sound of sizzling skewers and laughter. The chef who cooked for us was incredible. He kept pouring us shots of sake, making us taste different dishes from his grill — every single one was amazing. There was no menu, no prices, just trust. He cooked what he wanted, and we ate everything. We sat next to locals who didn’t speak English, and we didn’t speak Japanese. But we laughed, clinked glasses, and somehow understood each other. It was one of those moments that make travel special. If you ever find this place, and you see the chef from these photos, go there. He deserves every star. Come at night. Come hungry. Come thirsty. This is Tokyo at its best.

Street food hidden gem that serves Yakitori. Narrow allies filled with small business grilling different types of Yakitori. Majority of places takes cash only. As you know everywhere in City limits of Tokyo is crowded. Expect the same here. Always nice to walkbt just to look or have some beer and enjoy appetizer style tapas!

Really small alley. Literally holes in the wall with eateries right next to each other. Patrons eating and sitting elbow to elbow, obviously locals. We came here on a weekday around 10am. A few establishments were open. The food smelled realllyyyy good. If you are the adventurous type, dont mind eating what the locals do then this is worth seeing.

The memory lane is a crowded, tiny and narrow alley full of small bars and restaurants. It does not give privacy but seemed very cozy and fun. I did not try the food here but I did walk through the alley.

Good experience and met some tourist along the way from Netherlands, France and US. It was a great food but prepare to spend a little bit more as it is a bit touristy trap area. Great atmosphere. Definitely try one for experience unless you love skewers so much.

If you like high energy, fast pace, not enough time to think kinda street. This is for you, find a place stick your head in ‘Excuse me, do you have seats for two’ and you’ll get seated in no time. Don’t be afraid just engage!

It is a pretty cool place. Really good to take pictures and video of your visit to Japan. Also the food was great. The locals were very friendly, having a few laughs, and things like that. Really great experience.

Went to the shrine today for the antique market. About 35 stalls and lots to look at. Some over priced items but was nice to walk around. There are a few amulets to purchase and you can get goshuins too. Not busy and some traditional artworks for purchase. A short walk from Shinjuku Station and easy to find. Worth a Sunday afternoon visit.

Quiet shrine. Especially at night. Under renovation. Not so successful when trying to take the perfect picture due to the many pipes sticking from everywhere. Lots of locals visit it to pray and throw a coin (I guess for good luck). Better to visit after dark (well lit) as no crowds are likely there (though a huge group of foreigners entered the place I was leaving at 18.30h…)

Hanazono Shrine stands quietly amidst the hustle and bustle of Shinjuku in Tokyo. Despite being nestled between towering skyscrapers, the moment you pass through the torii gate, the atmosphere changes. As you walk along the path, the rustling of the trees echoes in the stillness, and the hurried pace of city life seems to slow down. This shrine, which has existed since the Edo period, enshrines the gods of business prosperity and performing arts, and has been cherished by many people. During the autumn Tori-no-ichi market, the light of lanterns envelops the shrine grounds, filled with lively shouts and smiles. A place to forget the busyness of everyday life and calm the mind—Hanazono Shrine is a quiet space for prayer that breathes in the heart of the city. On a November night, the grounds of Hanazono Shrine are bathed in the red light of lanterns. It's the beginning of the Tori-no-ichi market. Many Japanese-style items are displayed and sold. It's a great place to experience Japanese culture.

We visited this shrine on November 12 during one of its festivals, and even though it was extremely crowded, it was still a beautiful and memorable experience. The shrine itself is stunning, especially considering its location right in the heart of the city. Despite the crowds, we were able to see a lot of the shrine and enjoy the atmosphere. If you happen to visit during a festival, don’t let the crowds discourage you—it’s absolutely worth going. The energy, decorations, and overall vibe make it a really special experience. There were also food stands set up for the festival, which added to the fun. I’m not sure if those are available during regular days, but during the event, they definitely added a nice touch. I’ve heard there may be another festival happening around November 24, though it’s best to double-check. I’m planning to come back again when it’s not festival season, just to see the difference and experience the shrine in a quieter setting. Overall, it was beautiful, lively, and absolutely worth visiting, whether you catch it during an event or on a calm day.

A nice shrine to see, but nothing that really stands out compared to others in Tokyo. It’s on the smaller side and doesn’t have amulet stands or shrine stamp books like you’ll find at more iconic spots. Still, it’s a pleasant place to visit if you’re nearby — worth about 15 minutes of your time.

Hanazono is a Shinto shrine in the Shinjuku area, built in the seventeenth century. Dedicated to Inari, who is the god of fertility and worldly success. Apparently it is a favourite among businessmen. It was quite empty when I visited and I managed to get a goshuin without any issue.

Hanazono Shrine 花園神社, Hanazono Jinja in Japanese, is a large, ancient Shinto shrine in the very heart of Tokyo's Shinjuku district. It is considered the most important shrine of Shinjuku, the shrine guarding the area, its inhabitants, merchants, craftsmen and artists. Though surrounded by modern buildings, the shrine itself is quiet and serene. Its main building, the honden, stands on top of a stone staircase, overlooking the small wooded park belonging to the shrine. It is quiet and serene on most days of the year. However, the shrine features several large festivals during the course of the year, on those days expect big crowds on the grounds. The shrine is also very popular during the sakura cherry blossom season in late March / early April due to its many cherry trees. In the evening, the shrine is colorfully lit up and invites a romantic stroll. The origins of the shrine are unknown. It is known, however, that the shrine already existed in 1590, when Ieyasu Tokugawa took over Edo, today's Tokyo. Soon after, in 1603, Ieyasu established Edo as the capital of Japan, ushering in the Edo Era (1603-1868). At that time, the shrine was at a slightly different location, however, on the grounds now occupied by the Isetan Department Store. Located only a few minutes on foot from Shinjuku Station on the Yamanote Line and the Kabukicho entertainment district, the shrine is somewhat hidden behind buildings lining Yasukuni Dori Avenue. Take the East Exit of Shinjuku Station, walk towards Kabukicho. On Yasukuni Avenue, turn right and walk towards Shinjuku 2-chome (Tokyo's gay quarter). After about a two minute walk, you will see a small alley to your left, framed by a stone torii gate. It is located between a Family Mart convenience store and the Tsukiji Sushiko sushi restaurant. Enter the tree-lined alley. It will lead you right into the center of Hanazono Shrine. Alternatively, enter the shrine through its big red torii gate from Meiji Dori Avenue.

Came across this authentic looking restaurant with no queue so we gave it a try. Tempura shrimp cooked from live shrimp right in front of us, with perfect light crispy batter, remarkable. Fried fish and stuffed mushrooms both delicious. I ordered two sashimi, portions were generous and tasted fresh with natural sweetness. Service was great, would recommend.

Very old Tempura restaurant right in a middle of Shinjuku. Their lunch set gives you quite a bit tempura and tempura don also had many kinds on top of rice. Definitely recommend!

It was my first time to eat tempura shop in Japan. 10 of 10! Every piece of tempura which the chef will show you how to taste them with various seasoning. The texture was so incredible. Thank you so much, that was the best tempura I’ve ever had.

This place is the real deal. Classic Tokyo tempura-ya. Quality ingredients. Solid seasonal selection. Killer atmosphere. Lovely people. Multiple counters and dining areas. And all at a very fair price. Don’t miss out on a pre-tempura appetizer of sashimi. Their fish is always excellent.

Absolutely thrilled with the incredible satisfaction! The shrimp is truly phenomenal, bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection.

Consistent and delicious. One of the oldest (102 years) establishment in Shinjuku area, their insistence on freshest ingredients sets them apart from ordinary touristy tempura places. Nostalgic old building with ancient artifacts. Counter seats are the best to see the food preparation if you are willing to wait. Only drawback was the feeling of being rushed as their service was hurried and the atmosphere is like a fast food joint.

It's pricey for this standard. No premium ingredients option too. Regardless a good quick fix for tempura place..

Honestly amazing, and 100% worth a visit! I went pretty early, the queue formed about 15-20 minutes before opening. So highly recommend doing the same so you can grab a spot immediately when it opens. It's all counter seats, you buy a ticket of what meal you want when you enter - the machine takes both card and cash. I ordered their signature tsukemen, the noodles were thick, chewy and delicious. It's a decent portion, so only order extra noodles if you're really hungry. The broth itself is thick, full of flavour with chunks of meat and egg within. It's salty and everything you want and didn't know you needed in a tsukemen.

We accidentaly came to this popular ramen shop. But to our taste buds, it is not good and broth too salty. We don't mind about about the atmosphere, it is small and giving authentic Japanese ramen bar vibes which is good. The service was also okay, there were about 3-4 staff when were there and they seem nice but always on a rush. We came when they just opened and we didn't know it was popular, there were already a line after 15 minutes. There are ony 4 items in the menu, 2 traditional ramen and 2 Tsukumen (dipping noodles). There are 4 of us in the family and each got a ramen and none of us finished! We didn't liked it, as it was too salty. Maybe it is different on some other days? maybe it was the ambiance that made it popular? There are alot of ramen shops around Tokyo, maybe some are not so good, but definitely not too salty.

I had an amazing experience at this ramen place. The ramen was incredibly hearty, rich, and absolutely delicious — truly one of those bowls that you can’t stop eating once you start. I visited during dinner time and there was a queue, but it moved surprisingly fast. Most people finish quickly because the ramen is just that good, so I only waited about 10 minutes. There were four staff members working that evening, all of whom were very polite, efficient, and pleasant. Their warm service added to the overall dining experience. If you’re looking for satisfying, mouth-watering ramen, this is definitely a place worth visiting. I loved every bit of it and would happily come back again.

The best ramen I had during our family's trip in Tokyo. Their noodles had the right firmness and it was not too thick nor thin. The broth it came with was rich and tasty but not overpowering. You have and option to have your order in medium or large which is good for people who eat a lot or less. Once you finish the noodles, you can pour hot water on the leftover broth making it a soup, making it a perfect ending to your meal.

CASH ONLY | 2 KINDS OF RAMEN | RICH FLAVOR You enter this quite narrow street and you will see this ramen place. You will enter and go to the machine to get your style of ramen. It appears the broth is the same for the ramen and broth in the dipping noodles. Then you will fall in line to get seated. When we visited around 5:30pm it’s filled and waited for like 20mins. We spent 25,000 yen for two orders of ramen and some few extra sides. This place offers traditional ramen and dipping noodles ramen. The broth was so rich and the noodles for ramen is mid thin and their dipping noodles has the thick noodles. The broth maybe quite salty for some and thick and so they offer hot water so you can adjust in a way. The place was good and plus the kind of show where you can see how they prepare it in front of you.

Absolutely fantastic ramen - rich, flavourful broth and perfectly cooked noodles. Note the seating is quite limited. It’s definitely easier to get a spot if you’re dining alone or in a pair, as the restaurant only has bench seating and gets very busy. Solo diners are prioritised when single seats open up. There were two of us, and although we had to let three individual customers through, we got our seats as soon as a couple left 🍜

Delicious ramen! Be sure to order through the machine first and line up(if there is a line). The servers will direct you. The noodles are firm, soup is very thick, and the pork is delicious. Highly recommend.

My sis in law told me about this place. We decided to check it out as we finished our city sighr seeing walking tour earlier than expected. Despite the early hour dor dinner, there was already a queue outside. We dutifully stood in line. A server came out and handed us the menu for us to peruse. Dur to the limited space and seating capabilities, she asked if she could split our party to 2. We agreed and placed our order. One by one, the diners finished their food and left. We were seated and our food was served fairly quickly. It was really, reaaly good. My udon was succulent and springy. The broth was rich and flavourful. My sis in law had the soba and she said it was good as well. The star of the meal was undoubtedly my bacon tempura. I heard the pork belly was excellent but I didnt get the chance to sample it. If you don't mind standing to queue, give this place a try.

Absolutely worth the hype. I’ve been feeling a bit under the weather these last few days in Tokyo before flying back, so I decided to just pay the reservation fee instead of waiting in line. When you arrive, just let the staff know you have a reservation and they’ll move you to the front and you’ll be seated in less than 5 minutes. The udon is incredible. Its fresh, bouncy, and perfectly cooked. The fermented butter is packed with flavor. And don’t skip the deep fried sweet potato as it was my favorite part of the meal!

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Come early to get a ticket which will have a QR code you can scan and check when the restaurant is ready to serve you (you can’t wait in line unless you get the okay). Restaurant opens at 11 I got my ticket at 10:25 (19th in line) was called to come to the restaurant around 11:45 and wasn’t seated until 12:20. If you want to eat right at 11 I suggest coming by the restaurant 9:30/10 to get your ticket. While you’re waiting to get seated they’ll give you a menu and you can place your order so once you get seated the food is already in front of you. Definitely not a place to spend hours in I was out by 12:45. Service was brisk rather than friendly but it made sense due to the amount of people they had to serve. The food was incredible and I don’t know how I’ll go back to eating carbonara anywhere else.

so many things that i did not like about this overhyped udon spot. first of all, the queue system is ridiculous. It doesnt go by order of when you get your ticket. for example, when we got our ticket, it said 17 parties ahead and a 75 min wait so we left and did other things. came back when our status said we were first in line but it didnt matter because we had to line up again and wait to get inside. a group who just got there and grabbed a ticket number was able to line up behind us. To summarize, THEY DO NOT GO BY SEQUENTIAL ORDER. Also we signed up for LINE notifications but we didnt get one when we were first in line.. we only found out because we kept refreshing the page. second, service was cold and unfriendly. did not feel welcome there despite trying my best to be respectful and speak japanese to the workers as a tourist. it felt embarrassing to speak japanese to the waitress only for her to speak english back to me 😭 like im sorry for trying third, and most importantly, the food. it was so insanely salty. I couldn't finish my bowl, even after drinking lots of water with my meal. the initial bites were fine. good flavor and chewy noodles but as i kept eating, it just got saltier and saltier. this applied to both udon dishes that we ordered: the citrus/sesame and the cod roe udon. cant seem to understand why people love this place so much. i would not eat this again, much less wait in line for it either.

Straight to the point: The Udon (noodle itself) is indeed one of the best and freshest I’ve eaten. BUT had to wait 3h to be seated – arrived before opening @ 10:30am. Tempura was really greasy, all of them, but their ingredients are very high quality – pork was good, cheese was good, bacon was really lean and meaty, smoked, great taste, but again, greasy tempura fry. Now talking about the staff, specially the guy who handles the line outside, they’re really unclear and don’t care about the customers. Almost like they don’t want to serve you. Summing it up: The Udon itself is great. Everything else is debatable. It’s also very pricey for Udon. $3000~ per person. It’s a lot of hype in my opinion.

This Udong restaurant is a hot place in Shinjuku now. I expected Udong to have a chewy texture; however, it was not as chewy as I expected. This is the reason why only tourists are lined up there. I waited about 2.5 hours after I registered. When I registered, the suggested time was about 70 minutes, but without any explanation, the wait lasted more than 2 hours. It has only six counters and two tables, seating up to 6 people. I will not visit here again.

Arrived 5:30pm on a Tuesday. Waited 15 min and sat at a table for 2. Staff came out and guided each step, brought menus, and took orders before we even sat down. Best shrimp tempura we’ve tried in Japan so far due to its texture & seasoning, absolutely delicious. First time my fiancé finished his soup and mine. Definitely get the one with soup & beef. Simple but out of this world. Udon is made fresh

1-star Michelin restaurant. We really love this one. We booked omakase dinner and find it amazing in every course. Entrance is downstair with narrow staircase. Service is great and staff can explain each course in English. The best dish for us is flounder fish. Seasonal dish, firefly squid & bamboo shoot, is also tasty. Booking can be done 3-month in advance via a link in google map. Concierge service will support you through booking process.

Unique restaurant that specializes in sardines. We tried the top two dishes: sashimi sardines (which were great and tasted like ceviche) and the coated in egg and fried sardines served boiling hot in a broth. Both great and very different. We arrived before it opened and there was already a line, but we were seated without waiting once it opened and it was a Saturday

This was an incredible dinner experience that I had here. This restaurant is located in the basement of a building near Shinjuku station and I got reservations ahead of time. It was a complete tasting course of a ton of different Japanese sushi and food. All of it was so good it is hard to decide what my favorite was. I think it is definitely the freshest and best wasabi I have ever had in my life here. But there wasn't anything that tasted bad at all. The staff was also very friendly and explained all the dishes to us and made sure that our drinks were always full or if we needed anything. For what this place offers it is a very good value and I can't wait to come back when I am in Japan again!

Got here at 11:15 and there was a line. Get there a little early! Came for lunch and the food was great. Really cute area and cool atmosphere. We tried the fried sardines, the egg sardines and sashimi style. The sashimi style is definitely an acquired taste. Definitely order the one with egg. Our whole meal was around 2,800 yen!

4.1/5. Very simple yet delicious, also incredibly affordable for what it is. Tried the sashimi, fried sardines and sardines in egg. Sashimi was very special, fresh and extremely sweet. Fried sardines and sardines in egg were classic, definitely worth trying as well. Can come back again.

What a gem! This was the highlight of our dining in Tokyo and such a special experience. Nakajima is run by a husband and wife. The service was phenomenal. Everything was fresh and carefully curated to create a true Michelin style dining experience with a set menu and multiple courses. One of those places where the team have great pride in their craft and work to ensure your own experience is special. Thank you!

Arrived 5mins before they opened and were first in line. Once they opened their doors, a queue quickly formed, so get there a little earlier if you can. The menu really has just the three set options and a number of sides. The meals are cheap and the done very well. When we left there was still a queue to the top of the stairs. Great place for an affordable but highly regarded lunch!

Before renovation I came for the holiday lunch buffet. The plan was golden week only and included a glass of champagne. My first time came, it need some time to find out the restaurant. View gorgeous, food ok, presentation added much points. Everything was beautiful. Highly recommend baked ricotta cheese, cheesecake, Vanilla ice-cream, sourdough bread, and should have the Champagne. Services really good, but some dining corners were strange such as mine was just one step near the stairs, and the wash room was quite small for a 5 star Hotel. Other than that, the dining experience was great in a beautiful environment with beautiful food. It's worth for it. 2/5/24 JGW 🍽🍾

We decided to dine here on our last night in Tokyo after a 3 week honeymoon. We reserved for a 6:30pm reservation a week in advance so we could see the skyline from daylight to night. And the view did not disappoint! However, just before leaving our hotel we realised there is a dress code, it's on the website so we should have known, but we didn't have that formal clothes with us so we muddled something together. It's generally smart dress, with Japanese in mainly business wear. We decided to order from the a la carte menu (but there is a set menu too) with a birthday gift budget of $250. We both ordered starters and main courses. My husband had steak which bumped the price up. I had two glasses of wine and my husband had one. However, including service charge we actually ended up spending $300. Overall our food was nicely cooked and everything tasted nice, but we both found it a little too rich. My bigger issue was my glass of Riesling was far too sweet, almost sickly. I expect if I see a Riesling on the menu of an upscale restaurant it will be dry, especially a California Riesling- but maybe my mistake for ordering it. Our only other slightly odd issue is it felt weird having modern European food with a California wine list in Japan.

Top class restaurant with highly professional staff members. Lunch menu offers a buffet with an entree of your choice. Appetizers & dessert were so good as well. A must visit restaurant with one of the most amazing 360 views of Tokyo. Priceless experience.

I’ve had lunch here twice now and the food was amazing! You get a appetizer buffet which was really delicious - there was a variety of food to choose from which was all really tasty. The main course was also really good (had steak). The flavor of all the food was amazing. To top that off they do complimentary message plates if you are celebrating something which was a pleasant surprise for the birthday boy. The cakes and ice cream were also really good! The service was amazing too. And the view is just incredible. I also liked that we moved to the lounge after finishing the main course where we could see more of Tokyo and eat sweets and have some tea. This is definitely worth a try.

Decided to make a reservation here for my birthday and loved the ambience. We were seated with one of the best seats in the house! The buffet style starters as well as dessert course were delicious to say the least. Give the key lime pie a try if you can! For the main course we opted for the chick pea curry and seafood pasta! Both were so tasty. Thank you for the perfect end to our Tokyo trip!

It can only be 5 stars. This was my third visit to this restaurant (lunch), each time has been amazing. It is upmarket for what I am used to and they really control your movements, maybe due to Covid restrictions or because we are uncultured savages, you have to follow the meal flow strictly and the staff are super attentive. The buffet is the absolute best. Every single thing is fantastic and delightful to the palate, I’d eaten 2 plates full before my main even arrived. I was tempted to grab the bowls of ricotta cheese and bacon and trough them down. Salmon is fantastic as are all of the sauces and dressings available. My main today was the American sirloin with mash and asparagus. It was ok, not the best steak I’ve had but pretty damn good, just the right size as well. In the future I’d get the fish or chicken again. After all that food…. desert time!!!! Back to the buffet for amazing cakes, ice cream, pastries and all goodies! The staff will offer tea or coffee with your desert and it’s good stuff. It’s on the 52nd floor and offers an amazing view of Tokyo. You really feel the special environment of this restaurant. Great for dates, get togethers, celebrations or any damn reason you can think of. Just go. Cost is just over 7000yen per person. That is 1000% worth it for the food, service, location, everything. I’d pay 7000 just for the buffet lol. Use the bathrooms at the top of the first elevator….. super fancy.

An amazing holiday lunch buffet and main on the 52nd floor. Amazing selections and flavors, with carefully selected sauces for each meat preparation. After your meal, move over to the lounge area for coffee and dessert. Be sure to try to ice cream station and the cheese cake with cherry sauce. The Grill is also amazing for dinner and drinks, but will save that for a separate post!