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My Top 5 Bites in Tokyo

Tokyo was overwhelming. These five meals made it worth it.

My Top 5 Bites in Tokyo

The tiny little city of Tokyo, Japan hosts roughly 137,000 restaurants (per the first result on Google) and 239 Michelin Stars. I recently spent 12 days in Japan, 4 of which were in Tokyo. Despite my best efforts, I wasn't able to try every restaurant and collect all 239 stars. Nonetheless, here are a few of my favorite bites and where I ate them.

Hakkinton Sirloin Tonkatsu (bonus: world's greatest tomato) from Butagumi

Our spread at Butagumi in Tokyo. Greatest Tonkatsu I have ever had. Our spread at Butagumi in Tokyo. Greatest Tonkatsu I have ever had.

Shumai, tomato, and acorn squash from Butagumi. Shumai, tomato, and acorn squash from Butagumi.

Creamy Chicken Ramen from Kagari Ginza

Creamy chicken ramen from Kagari Ginza

Kohada from Togoshi Ginza Sushi Bando

Kohada on rice at Togoshi Ginza Sushi Bando

  • Bonito Bonito
  • Seared scallop (feat Amber) Seared scallop (feat Amber)
  • Oyster Oyster

A5 Wagyu Skewer from Tsujiki Market

A5 Wagyu skewer being grilled at Tsujiki Market in Tokyo

  • Shrimp tempura from Tsujiki Market
  • Tuna from Tsujiki Market
  • Tamago from Tsujiki Market

Clementine, Yaourt, Kadaif & Agneau & Morille, Pommes de terre (French menu) from Azur et Masa Ueki

Clementine, Yaourt, Kadaif Clementine, Yaourt, Kadaif

Agneau & Morille, Pommes de terre Agneau & Morille, Pommes de terre

BONUS: Amanatsu Sour from The Four Seasons

Amanatsu Sour from The Four Seasons Amanatsu Sour

NIKKA WHISKY FROM THE BARREL used for the Amanatsu Sour Nikka Whisky from The Barrel used for the Amanatsu Sour