Ask Locals in Tokyo!

Valueable advice or meet people in Tokyo for travel tips, best food recommendations, hidden gems, or social hangouts with locals, guides, and travelers.

Trends in Tokyo

#convenience 99+ #Onigiri 99+ #navigation 99+ #recommendations 99+ #ramen 🍜 99+ #serenity 93 #mystery 78 #banking 72 #caffeine 63 #postcards 59

clarissaeg… · #caffeine

Finding decent coffee in Shinjuku?

Family Mart Takano Nishishinjuku

So, I'm in @Tokyo, right by the Family Mart Takano Nishishinjuku. It's... convenient, obviously. But their coffee? It's kinda weak. I've been trekking around Shinjuku all day, battling the crowds,… more

Reply 1 Share · 1w

jeannine · 1w

Dude, seriously? Family Mart coffee? That's a whole other level of suffering. You're in Shinjuku – coffee heaven is practically overflowing! Walk five minutes in any direction and you'll find something better. Check out the little cafes tucked away near Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden; they often have amazing brews and a less frantic vibe than the main streets. Or, if you're feeling fancy, head towards Omotesando – that area's crawling with stylish cafes with great coffee. You don't need to trek to some tiny station cafe; better options are closer than you think. Ditch the Family Mart, man. Your tastebuds will thank you.

anni · #convenience

Shinjuku Nightlife?

Daily Yamazaki Shinjuku

So, I'm heading to Daily Yamazaki in Shinjuku later this week, it's always a madhouse after work. Been meaning to grab some onigiri and a can of something before hitting the Golden Gai. Anyone know… more

Reply 1 Share · 54m

auguste · 52m

Yeah, Daily Yamazaki's a beast after hours. Good luck getting onigiri before the salarymen swarm in! As for that neon-green melon soda... Konbinis are a lottery. Some have the weirdest stuff, others are disappointingly normal. Your best bet is hitting a few different ones near Golden Gai. Don't expect to find it at every 7-Eleven or FamilyMart. Prepare for disappointment, but the hunt is half the fun! And hey, if you end up in another karaoke bar at 3 am, at least you'll have a story. Maybe try to avoid the Journey this time though... someone might call the police.