Tokyo's Best Hoods

July 14, 2014 by Michelle London in Japan

Everywhere we've been in Tokyo, it has been hard not to notice the beauty, perfection, innovation and quirkiness of each area. However, occasionally, we were also able to escape the crowds, luxury brand stores, and Michelin-starred restaurants to find some gems.

Best. Meal. Ever.

July 12, 2014 by Stephen London in Tokyo, Japan, Food

Lost. And late. We meandered down a Tokyo alley in a light drizzle.

After asking a few strangers, a security guard ushered us to a pebbled entranceway, where a red and blue curtain marked the spot. We poked through, and found a locked sliding door and a small black doorbell.

Not Your Nana's Benihana

July 10, 2014 by Michelle London in Japan, Food, Tokyo

For our first night in Tokyo, we headed to Omae XEX Teppanyaki. The restaurant was beautiful...but empty! We were a little nervous, but once the food started coming out, we were put at ease. This is nothing like your local hibachi restaurant!