Japanese

Guide to Ramen

Delicious Ramen from Kamukura in Tokyo. Photo by alphacityguides.

We explain what is ramen, how to eat it, and where to get the best bowls in our comprehensive guide to Asia's favorite comfort food.

Japanese Street Fashion 101

Tokyo fashion outside Harajuku in Tokyo. Photo by alphacityguides.

Japanese street fashion can be complex, and a little confusing to an outsider. So we've put together a simple guide to help you understand the the quirky and awesome street style of our favorite city.

RyuGin

RyuGin in Tokyo Photo by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/acme/8176106479/"> acme </a>

Michelin star restaurant in Tokyo that blends traditional kaiseki with molecular gastronomy.

Momofuku Noodle Bar

Buns and brussel sprouts at Momofuku Noodle Bar in New York. Photo by alphacityguides.

One of David Chang's uber successful Momofuku restaurants that just happens to also be wallet-friendly.

Daiwa Sushi

Sushi at Daiwa Sushi in Tokyo. Photo by alphacityguides.

Rival to Sushi Dai, this is the other most popular sushi joints in the Tsukiji Market.

Oriental Bazaar

Japanese souvenirs at the Oriental Bazaar in Tokyo. Photo by alphacityguides.

Traditional and authentic Japanese souvenirs.

Korin

Japanese knives at Korin in New York. Photo by alphacityguides.

A chef's dream: The largest collection of Japanese knives in the world.

Nihonkai Asakusa

Sashimi at Nihonkai Asakusa in Tokyo. Photo by alphacityguides.

Asakusa sushi joint and bar. 

Ippudo Ny

Noodles at Ippudo Ny in New York. Photo by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/michaelvito/7052318241/">Michael Vito</a>

One of New York's best ramen joints.

Muginbo

Udon bowl at Muginbo in Tokyo. Photo by alphacityguides.

Budget friendly udon and tempura in Shibuya.