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Where to Eat in Taito City, Tokyo: All 13 Spots
This guide turns Tokyo's Ultimate Street Food Tour: 15 Must-Try Eats You Can't Miss! from TabiEats into a practical food map with 13 saved spots around Taito City, Shibuya, and Shinjuku City. The mapped places include a cafe stop, a restaurant stop, and a bakery stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
TabiEats focused on showcasing legendary Tokyo street food stalls that have stood the test of time, some dating back to 1928. They were particularly impressed by the high quality and affordability of the 100 Yen Yakitori at Isaya and the perfectly balanced sweetness of the Taiyaki at Wakaba. The duo emphasized that while many of these snacks can be found in supermarkets, the authentic, made-to-order versions in Tokyo's local neighborhoods offer a superior experience.
What this map is good for
- Planning a cafe stop or short itinerary in Taito City.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 13 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Taiyaki Wakaba
Cafe in Japan, 〒160-0011 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Wakaba, 1-chōme−１０ 1F, 1-chōme, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan
Hours: Hours available - Kimura Ningyōyaki
Dessert Shop in 2-chōme-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan, 3, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan
Hours: Hours available - Satou Kichijoji Steak House
Steak House in Japan, 〒180-0004 Tokyo, Musashino, Kichijōji Honchō, 1-chōme−1−８ 吉祥寺さとう ２Ｆ, 1, Musashino, Tokyo, Japan
Hours: Hours available - Oiwake Dango
Confectionery in 3-chōme-1-22 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan, 1, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan
Hours: Hours available - Karaage-ya Oshu Iwai Akihabara Main Store
Chicken Restaurant in Japan, 〒111-0053 Tokyo, Taito City, 台東区Asakusabashi, 4-chōme−16−５ 染谷ビル 1F, 16, 台東区, Tokyo, Japan
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Oyakidokoro Refutei
Fast Food Restaurant in Japan, 〒164-0001 Tokyo, Nakano City, Nakano, 5-chōme−63−３ サンモール, 63, Nakano City, Tokyo, Japan
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - Mochinyan-yaki(Chewy Cat-shaped Pancake)
Dessert Restaurant in 2-chōme-3-25 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan, 3, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan
Hours: Hours available - Kotobuki Seian
Dessert Restaurant in 2-chōme-7-21 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan, 7, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan
Hours: Hours available - Giraffa Asakusa
Snack Bar in 2-chōme-3-26 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan, 3, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan
Hours: Hours available - Pan-no-Tajima (Tajima Bakery) Sasazuka
Bakery in 1-chōme-22-2 Sasazuka, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-0073, Japan, 22, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - Asakusa Takomaru
Meal Takeaway in 2-chōme-3-24 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan, 3, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - CHAVATY Omotesando
Cafe in Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 4-chōme−6−９ 南原宿ビル １階, 6, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - 1 more spots
Open the map in Varedelo to see the full saved list.
Food notes from the video
- Menchi Katsu
- Tsukune (chicken meatballs)
- Negima (green onion Yakitori)
- Matcha and Hojicha soft serve
- Taiyaki with anko
- Chicken breast Karaage
- Fruit mix and Shrimp avocado Koppepan
- Lemon and Mitarashi Dango
- 2 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- Explored Kichijoji street food scene
- Ate Yakitori in a local park
- Visited a 70-year-old Taiyaki shop in Yotsuya
- Walked through Asagaya Pearl shopping street
- Sampled seasonal Dango in Shinjuku
- Tried freshly fried curry bread in Asakusa
- Visited historic Ningyoyaki shops near Senso-ji Temple
- Waited in line for popular crepes in Harajuku
Planning notes for Tokyo
Tokyo, located at the head of Tokyo Bay on the Kantō Plain, serves as the capital of Japan. The city originated as a fishing village named Edo before becoming the seat of the Tokugawa shogunate in 1603. During the Edo period (1603–1867), it developed into an urban center with a population exceeding one million by the 18th century. Following the Meiji Restoration in 1868.
Must-try foods nearby
- Halal Wagyu Yakiniku
Premium A5-grade Japanese beef slaughtered according to Islamic law, served at specialty spots like Gyumon in Shibuya. - Wagyu Beef Ramen
A 2026 trending favorite that combines Japan's two most famous exports. Restaurants like Shinjuku-tei serve a rich, slow-simmered beef broth topped with premium halal wagyu slices. - Halal Tendon (Tempura Bowl)
A generous bowl of steamed rice topped with crispy, light-battered seafood and vegetables. - Mochifuwa Custard Donuts
A viral 2026 dessert trend from Poteri Bakery in Sangenjaya. These handcrafted donuts are made with Hokkaido wheat and filled with rich, alcohol-free custard. - Halal Yakitori
Skewered and grilled chicken seasoned with salt or alcohol-free tare sauce. While hard to find in standard izakayas, dedicated spots like Hikaruya provide a cozy.
When to go: The best times to visit Tokyo are spring (March to May) for cherry blossoms and autumn (October to November) for vibrant fall foliage and mild, dry weather. While these peak seasons offer the most comfortable temperatures.
Local tips
- Purchase a digital Suica or Pasmo card on your phone for seamless tap-to-pay access on all trains, buses, and at most convenience stores.
- Maintain a quiet environment on public transportation by refraining from talking on the phone and keeping your voice low.
- Carry a small bag for your trash throughout the day, as public waste bins are rare and littering is strictly discouraged.
- Stand on the left side of escalators to allow others to pass on the right, following the local flow of foot traffic.
What travelers are noticing
- PokéPark Kanto: The world's first permanent Pokémon theme park, featuring immersive nature zones and life-sized sculptures, opened in February 2026 at Yomiuriland.
- Tokyo Dream Park: A massive new entertainment complex in Ariake by TV Asahi, hosting major concerts, theater performances, and digital art exhibitions like '100% Doraemon & Friends.'
- Edo-Tokyo Museum Reopening: The city's iconic history museum reopened in March 2026 after a four-year renovation, featuring modernized multimedia exhibits and a recreated Meiji-era Ginza street.
Official tourism resource
The official tourist information site of Taito City, providing travel guides for the Ueno and Asakusa areas, including events, sightseeing, and culture.
Planning questions
Where did TabiEats eat in Taito City, Tokyo?
This guide maps all 13 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Taito City, Tokyo.
What are the must-try foods in Taito City, Tokyo?
Creator picks from the video include Menchi Katsu, Tsukune (chicken meatballs), Negima (green onion Yakitori), Matcha and Hojicha soft serve. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this food map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.