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Kiko Mizuhara’s Tokyo: A Stylish Insider’s Guide

Follow Kiko Mizuhara’s footsteps to Tokyo’s most stylish and delicious destinations.

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All You Need to Know About Toyosu and Tsukiji Markets

Top-quality ingredients, traditional snacks, tuna auctions—there’s something for everyone at these markets.

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The Ultimate Guide to Tokyo’s Vintage Fashion Districts

Discover where Tokyo’s fashion insiders hunt for hidden vintage treasures.

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Escape the City: The Best Day Trips from Tokyo

From coastal escapes to mountain retreats, these unforgettable destinations are just a short trip from Japan’s capital.

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Spas, Sento and Onsen: The Best of Bathing Culture in Tokyo

Immerse yourself in one of Japan’s oldest traditional practices

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Must-Try Dishes in Tokyo, According to MICHELIN Guide Inspectors

All year round, our MICHELIN Guide inspectors incessantly sample dishes from the best chefs and restaurants in Japan. Here are their most memorable ones.

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Tsuru to Kame, a Japanese Kappo-Style Restaurant Run by an All-Female Staff

From Ancient History Books and Traditional Poetry to the Tea Ceremony: Transmitting Culinary Culture to the World

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Florilege, A Pioneer in Tokyo-Style Plant-Based Cuisine

Chef Hiroyasu Kawate of two MICHELIN Star and MICHELIN Green Star restaurant Florilege on his creative process and emphasis on sustainable practices.

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The Best Hotels for Solo Travelers in Tokyo

Whether you’re setting out on an epic adventure or seeking a refreshing weekend getaway, get ready to create your own personal Tokyo story at one of these MICHELIN hotels.

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The Most Luxurious Hotels on an Unlimited Budget in Tokyo

If you’re willing to pay for a high-end experience, then Tokyo is your dream destination.

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The Best Hotels for Design Lovers in Tokyo

Immerse yourself in the ambience of some of the most creative spots in the city.

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Hotels with the Best Views in Tokyo

Choose from these MICHELIN hotels with swoon-worthy views—and service to match.

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Hiroyuki Kanda of Three MICHELIN Stars Kanda Shares His Favorite Tokyo Highlights

This project introduces Tokyo through the lens of culinary figures and celebrities connected to the city. Try visiting these cafés, bars and other trendy hot spots, and you might discover an entirely new side of Tokyo.

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85 restaurants shine within the 2024 restaurant selection of the MICHELIN Guide Nara

Restaurant le content is newly awarded the Bib Gourmand and 5 establishments are newly joining the selection. 22 restaurants maintained their MICHELIN Stars for outstanding culinary proposals.

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Kanamean Nishitomiya — A tea ceremony house-style Ryokan where the traditions of Japan’s former capital coexist with modernity

Enjoy the hospitality of this One MICHELIN Star Japanese run by a husband-and-wife team who won the MICHELIN Service Award

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Behind the Dish: Kunihiro Hagimoto’s Dorayaki e Tartare at INITA Taiwan

MICHELIN-Starred INITA’s famed starter, the Dorayaki e Tartare, is a dish that gourmands still dream about, no matter how many times they visit.

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2023 Year in Review: MICHELIN Inspectors’ Trends in Tokyo

Restaurants showcasing the diversity of Tokyo, the world’s greatest gourmet city

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MICHELIN Guide Hotels in Japan with MICHELIN Star Restaurants

After the anticipation and then the joy of elegant dining, savour your memories in a comfortable guestroom.