Top 5 Curry Shops in Tokyo

Japan has an extensive curry culture that has been inspired by multiple cuisines. Below are my Top 5 picks around the city (in alphabetical order), scroll down for more info!

1. Hiroo No Curry, Hiroo

2. Minoringo, Harajuku

3. OXYMORON, Futako-Tamagawa

4. Shiva Curry Wara, Sangenjaya

5. Spicy Curry ROKA, Okubo

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Hiroo No Curry

• Huge portions, perfect for comfort food!

• Book via phone: +81 (0)3 6450-3872 (reservations for dinner only)

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Minoringo

• Best for spicy keema curry covered with melted cheese!

• Walk-in only

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OXYMORON

• Famous for its "Soboro" curry, seasoned with Japanese flavours

• Walk-in only

• Sister restaurants in Kamakura and Osaka (can book 11AM and 11:30AM seatings, respectively)

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Shiva Curry Wara

• Hands down the best authentic Indian curry in Tokyo!

• Book via phone: +81 (0)80 9432-8200 (reservations for tables of 4 for dinner only)

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Spicy Curry ROKA

• Best curry in Tokyo, but make sure to plan your day around it!

• Walk-in only (details in Instagram post below)

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Top 5 Western Brunch Spots in Tokyo

Fancy a western brunch in Tokyo? Below are my Top 5 picks around the city, scroll down for more info!

1. Bricolage, Roppongi

2. Buvette, Hibiya

3. Jade 5, Hiroo

4. OUT, Shibuya

5. Tractor, Nakameguro

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Bricolage

• Bakery founded by the Head Chef of 2 Michelin-starred L'Effervescence

• Book via Facebook

• All-day brunch (Tue-Sat 11:00AM-9:00PM, Sun 11:00AM-8:00PM)

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Buvette

• Tokyo branch of the renowned bistro from New York

• Book via Tablecheck

• Brunch on weekends & public holidays (11:00AM-5:00PM)

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Jade 5

• An adorable western all-day brunch cafe tucked away in Hiroo Shotengai

• Walk-in only

• All-day brunch (Tue-Sun 7:30AM-6:00PM)

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OUT

• The truffle pasta restaurant offers weekly changing brunch menus on Sundays!

• Book via Tablecheck

• Brunch on Sundays 11:00AM-2:30PM

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Tractor

• Aussie brunch by day, bar by night

• Walk-in only

• All-day brunch (usually 7:30AM-4:30PM)

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Top 5 Coffee Spots in Tokyo

I have recently started discovering the extensive coffee scene in Japan's capital! Below are my Top 5 picks around the city (in alphabetical order) - let me know if you have any other favourites!

1. BONGEN, Ginza

2. Jubilee Coffee & Roaster, Shirokane

3. Little Darling Coffee Roasters, Nogizaka

4. Onibus, Nakameguro

5. Shozo Coffee Store, Omotesando

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BONGEN

• Tucked away down a side street in Ginza, the cafe’s interiors are inspired by traditional Japanese design, with a Bonsai tree at the back; highly recommend their “Japanese lattes” - including matcha latte, amazake soy latte, roasted green tea latte, and more!

• Walk-in only

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Jubilee Coffee & Roaster

• A stunning cafe located opposite Teien Art Museum, where you can enjoy the beautiful greenery and natural lighting from their large glass windows

• Walk-in only

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Little Darling Coffee Roasters

• The LA-inspired complex with a large astroturf green outdoor area - the perfect spot to enjoy a cup of carefully selected and roasted coffee on a sunny day

• Walk-in only

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ONIBUS COFFEE

• Their name is derived from “ONIBUS”, which means “public bus” with the hope to connect people through coffee; their Nakameguro branch is located next to a park, and has a tranquil veranda covered in green

• Walk-in only

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Shozo Coffee Store

• An adorable cafe located next to Commune, one of my favourite outdoor hangout spots in Tokyo

• Walk-in only

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