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What Makes Gusto Special? Gusto positions itself as Japan's most value-oriented family restaurant chain, officially describing its concept as "a family restaurant accommodating diverse customer demographics and dining motivations, offeri...

While Starbucks may dominate the headlines, Doutor Coffee holds a special place in the hearts of Japanese locals. If Starbucks is the "glamorous theater," Doutor is the "backstage" where the real work happens. Established in 19...

Slug:Category: Food & Drink > Chain Restaurants Tags: Shabu-Shabu, All-You-Can-Eat, Healthy, Budget Dining, Vegetarian Friendly, Solo Dining, Lunch Buffet Introduction Shabu-shabu has long been considered a "special...

Introduction Walking through Tokyo, you might see a long line of men standing silently in front of a yellow sign. Is it a secret club? A religious gathering? No, it’s Ramen Jiro. Selected by The Guardian(UK) as one of the "50 B...

Intro If you walk through any major station in Tokyo, you will inevitably see the red and white logo of UNIQLO. It is no longer just a Japanese brand; it is a global infrastructure for clothing. However, visiting a UNIQLO in Japan is a s...

Introduction If you only have time to visit one conveyor belt sushi chain in Japan, make it Sushiro. It is the undisputed champion of the industry, boasting the highest sales and number of customers. Why? Because they are obsessed w...

Introduction Intro If you want the absolute best "bang for your buck" in the sushi world, look no further than Hamazushi (はま寿司). While Sushiro champions fish quality and Kura Sushi offers entertainment, Hamazushi is the kin...

Introduction If you walk around any train station in Tokyo, you will see a white sign with black Kanji "日高屋" (Hidakaya). While famous chains like Ichiran or Ippudo are popular for "special" meals, Hidakaya is the undisputed King ...

Introduction If you search for "Ramen in Japan" on social media, you will undoubtedly see a picture of a bowl of Tonkotsu ramen sitting in a private wooden booth. This is Ichiran. Originating from Fukuoka, the spiritual home of Tonk...

Introduction If Starbucks is a "stylish office" and Tully's is a "hospitality pro," Komeda's Coffee (コメダ珈琲店) is Japan's "Living Room." Originating in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, this chain has over 800 locations. It is tech...