Traversing Tokyo: With Local Angel & Certified Cutie Misako

Tokyo

— January 27, 2025 —

It may be the middle of winter in Tokyo, but that doesn't stop us dreaming of a bustling getaway to undoubtedly one of the most in-demand travel destinations the world over. Yeah, RHOS gave us a few tips and a whole lot of drama in the colourful city last year, but today, we're bringing you the actual travel guide you need.

Misako is a Tokyo local and a genuine pro at knowing the out-of-the-way spots to stroll around, where to find the best cheap eats and the neighbourhoods you should make a beeline for. Scroll down with your fingers ready to snap that CTRL+C and save all her recommendations for next time you have the good fortune to grace the streets of Tokyo. For those not so lucky, you'll be happy to know her actual perfect day entails something we can do wherever we are in the world... "Spending a day at home, enjoying anime, music and drinking alcohol." Sublime.

 

Name: Misako
Star sign: Capricorn

Where do you live?
Tokyo.

What do you love about your neighbourhood?
There are many Japanese-style pubs, 'Izakaya'.

What does your perfect day look like?
Spending a day at home, enjoying anime, music and drinking alcohol.

Where would you take someone visiting for the first time?
Asakusa and Jinbōchō.

Best area in Tokyo to hang out? 
Shimokitazawa and Kichijyoji.

Best coffee can be found at… 
Cafe Trois Chambres in Shimokitazawa.

Best dessert can be found at… 
Ginza West in Ginza & Patisserie Paris S'eveille in Jiyūgaoka.

Best place to people-watch? 
Harajuku station and in front of Shinjuku Alta.

Best place to read a book/magazine… 
Yoyogi Park.

Spend an afternoon walking in/around…
Yoyogi Park.

Best cheap feed…
Hidakaya & Fujisoba.

Cutest date spot… 
Konica Minolta Planetaria Tokyo.

Best photo opportunity is at…
Shinjuku Gyoen.

You can't leave Tokyo without… 
Tokyo Tower!

 

Photos: Cathy Marshall     Features Editor: Chloe Hill

Special thanks to Nanako <3

                    

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