Shinsen
A Passed Over Gem
We lived right outside of Shinsen and love it here. A quaint little walking street sits between Shibuya and the Daikanyama/Nakameguro corridor. You're in a real residential neighborhood but with excellent food and bars. The winding walk from here to Shibuya station passes everything you need.
Stay here if
You want to be adjacent to Shibuya without being IN Shibuya
Skip It If
You’d rather stay directly in Shibuya.
Top Picks
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RestaurantGreat Japanese-Italian local spot in Shinsen. Rotating menu with great Japanese inspired pastas.
Don't MissThe pasta and the wine selection.
Skip It IfYou’re in a rush - it can take a while.
Verified by Max (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Kari Kari Spice
RestaurantTiny Japanese curry spot with some amazing curry rice dishes.
Don't MissCounter seating only. Chat with the chef, she’s a sweet former nutritionist now making amazing curry! Ask about specials
Skip It IfYou want heavy, traditional curry. This is lighter and more unique.
Verified by Karalena (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Kitchen Hasegawa
RestaurantOur most frequented lunch spot. Japanese-Western, always a line, always worth it.
Don't MissSay 'full set' to get the soup and salad. The garlic butter chicken and hamburg steak with demi are the best.
Skip It IfYou're in a rush. There's usually a line, though food comes out fast.
Verified by Max (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Lucky Alexander China
RestaurantOur favorite Chinese in central Tokyo
Don't MissGyoza, cucumber salad, spicy fried chicken.
Skip It IfYou don’t like dumplings or want to eat only Japanese.
Verified by Max (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Misawa Soba
RestaurantStanding-only soba made by a super old and cute grandma.
Don't MissOrder extra meat. Use translate as the staff don't speak English but they're delighted you're there.
Skip It IfYou need to sit down. Standing only, no exceptions. You will feel out of place.
Verified by Max (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Neo Natural Wine Bar
BarStanding-only natural wine bar with excellent food. Go early, no reservations, hard to get a spot.
Don't MissGo early (4-5pm) before it fills up. The food is as good as the wine.
Skip It IfYou're arriving after 7pm. It will be difficult to get in.
Verified by Max (lived in Tokyo 6 months)
Utsuwa Marukaku
Shop / RetailThe best ceramics store in Tokyo. Tons of stunning pieces, great space, some antique stock too.
Don't MissThe antique ceramics section. Take your time.
Skip It IfYou can't carry fragile things home. (Buy them anyway and pack carefully.)
Verified by Karalena (lived in Tokyo 6 months)