Tamaki Journey | Real Tokyo Dining🍣
Exploring Tokyo restaurants through real dining experiences.
I’m a Japanese based in London, returning to Tokyo regularly.
This site shares Tokyo restaurants I personally visit — from refined omakase to hidden local spots.
If you’re looking for an authentic Tokyo restaurant guide with reliable recommendations, you’re in the right place.
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Sakana-masemase (魚ませませ) – Seafood Kappo Dining in Shimbashi, Tokyo | Tokyo Restaurant Guide
Short Verdict Sakana-masemase (魚ませませ) is a hidden seafood-focused kappo-style Japanese dining spot tucked away in a Shimbashi office building. With well-prepared fish dishes and a relaxed atmosphere, it offers a satisfying omakase-style dinner at a reasonable price for the area. 🟦 Quick Info Item Info 📍 Area Shimbashi, Tokyo 🗓 Visit Date October 2025 🍽…
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Sushi Hana (すし華) – Omakase Sushi Lunch in Shimbashi
Short Verdict Sushi Hana (すし華) is a sushi restaurant near Shimbashi Station that serves high-end sushi at night but offers a relatively accessible omakase sushi lunch. For around ¥6,000, it provides a satisfying counter sushi experience — a nice option when you want something a little special for lunch. 🟦 Quick Info Item Info 📍…
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KOMOREBI Cafe (コモレビカフェ) – A Quiet Morinaga Café in Tamachi
Short Verdict KOMOREBI Cafe (コモレビカフェ) is a surprisingly spacious café located inside the Morinaga confectionery headquarters building in Tamachi. With very affordable coffee and a relaxed atmosphere, it feels more like a quiet corporate lounge than a typical busy Tokyo café. Address: 1 Chome-13-16 Shibaura, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0023 https://maps.app.goo.gl/8SbRzjkq9TLqn6MH9 🟦 Quick Info Item Info…
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Pasta Vola (パスタヴォラ) 2nd visit– Casual Fresh Pasta Counter in Tamachi
Short Verdict Pasta Vola (パスタヴォラ) is a small counter-style pasta shop in Tamachi known for its chewy fresh pasta and well-executed sauces. Despite the tiny space, the kitchen delivers professional-quality pasta — especially dishes like peperoncino where proper emulsification really matters. 🟦 Quick Info Item Info 📍 Area Tamachi, Tokyo 🗓 Visit Date March 2026…
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Tempura Kakiage Yukimura (てんぷらかき揚げ 之村) – A Popular Tempura Lunch Spot Near Shimbashi
Short Verdict Tempura Kakiage Yukimura (てんぷらかき揚げ 之村) is a long-established tempura restaurant near Onarimon and Shimbashi known for its generous kakiage bowls and lively lunch atmosphere. With Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition and approachable lunch prices, it offers one of the most satisfying tempura lunches in the area. 🟦 Quick Info Item Info 📍 Area Onarimon…
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🍛 Curry Anderson(咖哩アンダーソン) Tamachi: Experimental Dashi & Spice Curry
📝 Short Verdict for quick browsing Curry Anderson is a tiny, 8-seat counter-only curry shop in Tamachi specializing in highly experimental, dashi-infused spice curries. While deeply creative, the extremely unique flavor profiles and exotic spice toppings might be polarizing for those expecting a standard Japanese curry. A must-visit for hardcore curry enthusiasts, but potentially too…
