🌻Free Guide🌻 Tokyo Street Food (in Ameyoko, Ueno)
*Note: As individually-run places, many of these spots will have irregular hours. Check Google or their websites before you go, but know that they may be randomly closed anyway, so have a back-up!
Takoyaki at Minatoya
If you're visiting Japan, you need to try takoyaki at least once. They're fried dough balls with octopus in them, so it's not for everyone, but don't you dare back down on the challenge! (All the sauces and toppings are a must)
All Things Tea at Cha-no-Kiminoen
Known mainly for its rich matcha ice cream, Cha-no-Kiminoen is also a great place to get some tea to bring home.
Korean Food at Uncle Joe
This picture is adorable but the majority of items you'll get at Uncle Joe are cheese-filled hot food. This type of Korean food is very popular in Japan, so you can even try out a cheese dog, which is just deep fried cheese on a stick!
Traditional Cakes at Karuta-ya
I love finding anything that mildly resembles cake, and while these are called "manju" they are closer to a castella cake, with a mildly sweet bean paste inside. Soft, warm, and filling!
Fresh Fruit at Hyakka-en
If you want something light and sweet, why not grab some fruit on a stick? These guys are mainly a fruit grocers, but they often have cut fruit in cups or on sticks to grab and go.
Xiao Long Bao at Fits Market
One of the fun things about Ameyoko is that it kind of feels like an East Asian market, rather than being strictly Japanese. One of the things people rave about here is the distinctly Chinese Xiao Long Bao.
Fresh Fish at Uo Kusa
Fresh sushi doesn't have to be expensive! Uo Kusa has absolutely none of the frills (and no overly polite service) so they can focus everything on bringing you tasty fish.
Sweet Potatoes at Oimoya san koshin
"Daigaku imo" literally means "university potato", but food-wise, it means a deep-fried sweet potato in a sweet and sticky sauce. They're a fun way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Meat at Furusato Aji
"Furusato Aji" means "a taste of home", and is full of local flavour. While some items seem a bit like a kebab, this is the kind of simple yet flavourful meat cuisine you won't find in fancy restaurants. It's a bit of a cheat to call it street food, but you can sit down for one skewer and go.
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