With its consistently delicious broth and perfectly chewy noodles, Fuunji is a no-brainer. Get there at 11 a.m. when they open, or be prepared to wait in a long line. Read more.
The owner of this shop, Koitani-san, is one of the ramen legends. He was a founding member of Bassanova, a shop instrumental in nurturing the ramen boom. Read more.
Miso ramen has both Sichuan peppercorns and chili peppers, and you can customize the amount in each bowl. They even have an oni (devil) spice level that’s the ultimate challenge for thrill-seekers. Read more.
It's absolutely vital you get the burnt miso ramen. Whether you're a "Ramen? That stuff from a packet?" person or an "I wait for 2 hours at NYC's Ippudo" snob (like me), you'll freak out it's so good.
3 words: Shio Yuzu Ramen. Mindblowingly delicious and unique. Umami-rich chicken broth base combined with a herbaceous, citrus note from the Yuzu is married flawlessly with thin Hakata-style noodles.
A somewhat hidden cocktail speakeasy. the bartender is incredibly meticulous and the "serendipity" is a great original cocktail.
The gadget shops around Akihabara are pretty stunning. Be aware that most of them sell racks of porn as well.
One of the most unique coffee experiences in the world. Perhaps one of the most quiet coffee shops in the world, with the focus truly on the coffee in the cups. Espresso is like chocolate motor-oil.
Fantastic coffee, simple un-pretentious decor, lots of laptop power and fast WiFi (password = HiroshiSawada). Did I mention the incredible, smooth coffee? 2008 Seattle Latte Art champion.
