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Tokyo Trip 2010: Food – Yakiniku

Posted on 22 July 2010 by chaz

I love my meats, and I love my Japanese BBQ or Yakiniku. There are many Yakiniku restaurants in Tokyo, but finding one that is well priced and has great cuts, well thats hard.

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Tokyo Trip 2010: Food – Deserts

Posted on 19 July 2010 by chaz

If there’s one thing the Japanese are good in doing, it’s making deserts. They make their deserts with such passion. Even the way they are displayed and packaged, are second to none. A lot of the Japanese cakes and deserts … Continue reading →

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Tokyo Trip 2010: Foods

Posted on 7 June 2010 by chaz

There’s a lot to love about Tokyo, and one of my main loves is the food. There’s so much variety in Japanese food and different flavours from eating sushi to eating yakiniku. In anticipation of my last two posts about … Continue reading →

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Tokyo Trip 2010 – Yokohama

Posted on 5 June 2010 by chaz

Ok, I know Yokohama isn’t exactly Tokyo, but it is part of the Greater Tokyo Area. Yokohama is a port city south of Tokyo. It’s pretty easy to get to as it’s just a train ride away. About 45 mins … Continue reading →

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Tokyo Trip 2010 – Asakusa

Posted on 26 May 2010 by chaz

Asakusa, famous for the Sensō-ji, a Buddhist temple, is a popular tourist destination where there is the highest concentration of buildings from the 1950s & 60s.

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Tokyo Trip 2010: Food – Ramen

Posted on 24 May 2010 by chaz

Ramen, its one of those dishes that has to be done right. And even in Japan, it’s hard to find a great ramen place to suit ones liking. I managed to find this little place in Shibuya, just off the … Continue reading →

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Tokyo Trip 2010 – Tsukiji Fish Market

Posted on 21 May 2010 by chaz

Tsukiji Fish Market is a must visit for anyone visiting Tokyo. It’s the biggest wholesale fish and seafood market in the world. And whether you are a seafood lover or not, it’s just a great place to visit and see … Continue reading →

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Tokyo Trip 2010: Food – Yakitori

Posted on 26 April 2010 by chaz

Yakitori, skewers of chicken, beef, etc. cocked over a charcoal flame. Simple food if you ask me. Add in some beer or sake together with that, and it’s the perfect pub food. One place to check out is Yakitori Doori … Continue reading →

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Tokyo Trip 2010 – Ginza

Posted on 15 April 2010 by chaz

Ginza, possibly one of the most famous shopping streets in the world. On an average day, it’s teeming with shoppers going in and out the shopping malls. On the weekends the main road is closed to traffic to create a … Continue reading →

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Tokyo Trip 2010: Food – Korean BBQ

Posted on 7 April 2010 by chaz

I love my korean BBQ. And BBQ in Japan rocks. Yakiniku in Japan does have much influence from Korean BBQ. But Yakiniku is a post for another day.

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