28 Rin's World
Japanese Cooking Class: Be a Master Chef
If eating at restaurants is too ordinary for you, you should definitely join one of cooking classes held in Tokyo. Japanese cooking class has been a popular activity among eager foodies travelling in Tokyo.
Not only typical Sushi making class, but a wide variety of cooking classes are available today such as Ramen, Gyoza (Japanese Dumplings), Udon Noodle, Wagashi (Japanese confectionery) and home cooking Japanese dishes as well as vegan and vegetarian options. You can pick your favourite Japanese food cooking class, learn how to make, enjoy tasting and bring the recipe back home to cook for your family and friends!
Most cooking classes are held by Japanese teachers in English. Cooking class is not only about cooking, but it also provides a great opportunity for foreign visitors to communicate with local Japanese, and you can also learn Japanese culture and make friends through the class!
Maid Cafe “Moe” Experience ONLY in Akihabara
Akihabara, a.k.a. Akiba is one of most popular areas to visit in Tokyo, and the area is best known for electronic products and as home to Otaku culture. Waking down the street of Akihabara is simply entertaining even for Japanese people. Even if you are not into Japanese Otaku culture such as underground idols, gaming, anime, electronics, etc, Akihabara is still a great place to have a whole new Tokyo experiences.
One of the most unique things to do in this neighbourhood is visiting one of Maid Cafes. It is said that Maid Cafe was originated in Akihabara and become gradually popular among Otaku, then today’s top tourist attraction in Tokyo. Be served by cute maid, enjoy colourful food and drinks and have the weirdest “Moe” experience in Tokyo!
Eat Tokyo’s Best Ramen at Shinjuku
Ramen is one of most popular Japanese dishes among foreigners along with Sushi and Tempura, and it is indeed most beloved food among Japanese nations. Tokyo has thousands of Ramen restaurants, but most notably Shinjuku area owns most with over 300 and the area is often called the most competitive Ramen district in Tokyo. So if you are a Ramen lover and hunting for best Ramen dishes, simply visiting Shinjuku would be the best option.
From everyone’s favourite Ichiran to Tsukemen (dipping Noodles) and Halal Ramen, many kinds of ramen dishes can be found in Shinjuku area. Be prepared to queue up for 30 mins or more at some popular Ramen stores, especially during lunch time!
Harajuku: Be a Fashionista
If you are into Kawaii culture or Japanese fashion, you know where to head. Yes, the kingdom of Kawaii culture, Harajuku is home to hundreds of chic and stylish boutiques and trendy shopping malls. Harajuku’s Takeshita Street is the center of teenage culture where you can hunt trendy and colourful fashion items and unique variety goods at surprisingly affordable prices . Moreover, there are numbers of cafes and street food stands (crepe, cotton candy, etc) to stop for a break by while shopping.
There are also numbers of high street clothing brand stores on the backstreets of Harajuku area such as Bape and Supreme. On the main streets of Harajuku, Omotesando Street and Meiji Street, there are large shopping malls like Laforet, Tokyu Plaza, and Omotesando Hills which are also suitable for adult.