Introducing newly opened gourmet spots, from sophisticated cafes and bars to trendy sweets worth waiting in line for. If you're worried about summer fatigue, this is a must-see.
■Hotel Ryumeikan Ochanomizu Main Branch, featuring all-suite rooms, has opened. The Japanese tea restaurant,
is said to be extremely popular with international visitors for its uniquely Japanese tea menu and Japanese-style interior. In addition to the signature dish, ochazuke, try unique dishes like "matcha potatoes," potato salad with matcha kneaded into it, and the "1899 Matcha Beer," which also contains matcha!
■Seattle-based POP! gourmet popcorn opens its world's first directly operated store in Omotesando.
The popcorn boom continues! This store's popcorn is unique in that it can be enjoyed as a meal, not just a snack. It's a little pricey, but it's worth a try.
■Sarabeth's' third store opens at Atre Shinagawa. More than just the standard breakfast menu!
The restaurant floor on the 4th floor of Atre Shinagawa has been renovated, with an interior reminiscent of New York! Sarabeth's is taking on a new challenge by offering a variety of menu items depending on the time of day, from breakfast, lunch, after-hours drinks, and dinner.
■Toriba Coffee, offering coffee beans from around the world, opens in Ginza.
A specialty coffee bean shop that coffee lovers will love. Take your time tasting and find your favorite flavor from one of six varieties.
■Pinkberry, a frozen yogurt specialty shop from LA, has arrived in Japan. Healthy flavors that will please your body.
Its refreshing and healthy taste makes it perfect for the hot summer. It was featured in the TV drama "Gossip Girl" and is said to be popular among Hollywood celebrities. New stores are scheduled to open one after another, so don't miss out!
■Art deli and restaurant by Ryotaro Muramatsu to open in Yoyogi-Uehara.
Muramatsu is responsible for Tokyo Station's projection mapping and the Enoshima Aquarium's "Night Aquarium." There are plenty of exciting features, such as the unveiling of the latest art pieces during dinnertime.
■The multi-purpose shopping complex "Hotel Emmanon" has opened in Shibuya. It combines food, merchandise, and events.
The cafe has a black card system with an annual membership fee of 50,000 yen, and membership apparently offers a variety of services. If you want to feel like a celebrity, be sure to check it out!
■A sky restaurant and bar with a pool has opened in Aoyama.
It offers a panoramic view of Tokyo's nightscape and also has an outdoor pool. The Matsusaka beef sirloin must be delicious in such a wonderful location... This is a must-visit for anyone wanting to experience a bubbly atmosphere.
■Eggs 'n Things opens its second Tokyo location in Aqua City Odaiba.
This spacious restaurant overlooks Tokyo Bay and boasts the largest floor space in the country. The signature pancakes topped with a mountain of whipped cream are sure to get you excited!
■The new United Arrows bar has arrived. Dining options include Fuglen and Jiyugaoka Bake Shop. Enjoy original cocktails and coffee from Fuglen, a globally renowned café, as well as lunch and gastropub menus from the popular Jiyugaoka Bake Shop. The relaxed atmosphere of the restaurant makes it a great place for adults to relax.
