This series explores the charms of a city and its people by walking around the area from the station, asking people you meet about it, and chatting with bar owners. This time, we're taking a business trip to Tokyo. So, look forward to seeing which stations we explore...

In the huge underground shopping mall in Ikebukuro, there is a stand-up sushi restaurant that has been in business for over half a century. It's called "Tachigui Sakura Sushi." It's conveniently located near the JR, Tobu, and Metro ticket gates, so you won't get wet in the rain. It offers a charm that chain restaurants don't. The finest ingredients, delivered directly from Toyosu, and the skilled work of a chef...

Founded in 1914 (Taisho 3), Okina Soba is a long-established restaurant with over a century of history, building a strong relationship with Asakusa's entertainment culture. While it's famous for its overwhelmingly popular Curry Nanban, there's one dish that regulars and entertainers alike adore: Mujina Soba, a secret dish not listed on the menu. A dish from the Edo period...

Ikebukuro is like a hometown to me, and I've walked there many times and have many favorite restaurants, but there was one Chinese restaurant I'd never been to. It's been there since 1954, long before the area north of Ikebukuro's west exit became a Chinatown several decades ago. In Taiwan's modern history...

As you exit Shin-Nakano Station and enter the alleyway, you'll find Tonkatsu Marufuku, marked by a yellow sign. The word "tonkatsu" (pork cutlet) on the sign makes you think of a delicious set meal restaurant. However, this isn't just any tonkatsu restaurant. At night, regulars enjoy sashimi and alcohol, making it a truly...