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Only Japan’s top-rated restaurants—praised on gourmet sites and in famous guides—are selected. These expert chefs bring signature recipes, master techniques, and help create bold new menus for the U.S. market. This food hall is a dream team of Japan’s finest flavors, all in one place.
Dream Team
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Udon-Dokoro Shigemi
Dive into the golden warmth of Kansai-style udon, where supple noodles and shimmering broth come together in perfect harmony. Taste the essence of tradition in every slurp.
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Kidatake Udon
This Osaka favorite is worth the wait—Kidatake Udon serves up freshly cut, firm noodles with an umami-rich broth that hits all the right notes. It’s udon with attitude!
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Onigiri Gorichan
Onigiri goes gourmet! Gorichan elevates the humble rice ball with top-grade rice and flavor-packed fillings—each one a little masterpiece you can hold in your hand.
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Onigiri Asakusa Yadoroku
Tokyo’s oldest rice ball shop, Yadoroku, wraps tradition in every bite. Made with carefully selected ingredients and wrapped in classic Edo-style nori, these onigiri are time-tested treasures of Japanese comfort food.
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Okonomi Taro
Taste Osaka's iconic soul food at Okonomi Taro—crafted with premium ingredients and finished with a rich, tangy soy glaze. This is okonomiyaki turned culinary art.
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Okonomiyaki Hana
This isn’t your usual okonomiyaki—Hana reinvents the classic with bold style and creativity. Get ready to discover a whole new side to Japan’s favorite savory pancake.
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Shaved Ice Housekibaco
Straight from the historic streets of Nara, Housekibaco’s shaved ice is pure magic. Feather-light texture meets jewel-like fruits for a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. A must-try experience.
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Karaage Agesho Shigemori
Crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. Agesho’s karaage is marinated in a secret soy-based sauce and served with two bold finishes—including an unforgettable yuzu-pepper mayo that’s bursting with citrusy heat.
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Iro Tori Dori
This is karaage redefined. From rare chicken cuts to precision marinades, Iro Tori Dori serves Japanese fried chicken done with chef-level care.
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Curry SOMA
Legendary in Osaka, SOMA serves curry that defies expectations. The explosion of spice, aroma, and depth will flip everything you thought you knew about curry on its head.
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Curry Hakugintei
Elegant and intense, Hakugintei’s European-style curry begins with sweet, fruity notes—then delivers a swift, spicy kick. A one-plate journey of flavor contrasts.
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Gelateria Il Brigante
This is not just gelato—it’s a revelation. Made by an Italian master in Japan, Il Brigante crafts ultra-rich, all-natural gelato from handpicked ingredients that even Italians rave about.
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Takoyaki Do-Raku WANAKA -OSAKA-
WANAKA’s secret? It’s all in the batter—delicate flour, umami-rich flavor, and a signature salt-pickled ginger. Crispy on the outside, melty inside, these Osaka-style takoyaki are grilled on copper for perfection in every bite.
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Osaka Iggy
Carefully grilled takoyaki (octopus) and succulent sujiyaki (beef tendon) —Osaka Iggy brings the bold, nostalgic flavor of Japan’s streets straight to your plate.
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TONKATSU KEITA
Juicy, tender pork. Crispy, golden crust. Made with premium ingredients and perfected by a true pork master, Keita’s tonkatsu delivers an irresistible crunch and richness in every bite.
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Tonkatsu Narikura
A tonkatsu legend from Japan reinvents the classic. At narikura, this master chef introduces a new style of tonkatsu for the U.S.—prepared with little to no oil for a lighter, healthier take. Delicately crisp, unbelievably tender, and unlike anything you’ve tried before.
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BODEGA
Artisan pizza made with love. BODEGA’s dough is crafted from scratch and baked to crispy-edged, pillowy perfection. Classic Italian soul with a modern twist.
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Pizzeria Da Naghino
Step into a little slice of Naples. Da Naghino captures the taste and spirit of a true Neapolitan pizzeria—where tradition, craftsmanship, and wood-fired flavor come together in every pie.
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RAMEN HAYATO
Three ramen legends—soy sause, salt, and miso—all under one roof. From double-layered broth to Sapporo-style miso, Hayato’s ramen brings time-honored taste to life. Try them all.
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Nanjing Ramen Kuromon
A lighter, half-clear tonkotsu ramen with a Nanjing twist—deeply flavorful yet refreshingly refined, it’s a fresh perspective on a beloved classic.
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Himawari
Sapporo-style miso ramen like you’ve never had before. Centered around a rich, savory white miso base, this bold take on tradition delivers deep, unforgettable flavor in every bowl.
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Tonjinchi
A flavor bomb of seafood umami and snappy thin noodles. Tonjinchi’s ramen hits that perfect harmony of richness and refinement.
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Black Pig Noodle
Born in Kyushu, Black Pig Noodle balances deep, creamy tonkotsu flavor with a refreshingly clean finish. It’s hearty yet light—a rare ramen feat.
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Men-ya Mufu
Subtle, soulful, and endlessly creative. Mufu’s light broths and unique toppings bring out the playful spirit of ramen. Worth the journey, every time.
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Kushiage 010
Crisp meets clean. Kushiage 010 lightly fries seasonal ingredients to perfection, creating golden skewers with unbeatable flavor and delicate balance.
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SOUI KUFU
Where tradition meets imagination. Each skewer is delicately fried and creatively presented—offering unexpected combinations, refined textures, and a touch of surprise in every bite.
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Yamato
Carefully sourced chicken, expertly prepared. Each skewer at Yakitori Yamato is grilled with precision—bringing out deep flavor and elegant texture in every bite. Refined, stylish, and unforgettable—this is a must-try for true yakitori lovers.
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Yakitori TORI bien
Bold and balanced. TORI bien crafts each skewer with precision—adjusting grilling and seasoning by cut to bring out the full umami of every bite. This is yakitori, elevated to an art form.