White azuki bean and Uji matcha kakigōri. Toraya has been producing wagashi, Japanese confectionaries, since the 16th century. It has been a purveyor to the Imperial family for nearly as long. Toraya originated in Kyoto but moved to Tokyo as the noble family moved to Edo, the old name for Tokyo. Hiroshi Naito architect. Toraya's…

Food Sake Tokyo | A chef's guide to the best food in Tokyo.

29.07.2025

Suntory – Food Sake Tokyo

Suntory has a variety of spirits in their portfolio. This summer I played around with three sharing with friends while in Minnesota. All were popular with both the younger kids and us older folk. Suntory is a reputable company in Japan offering a wide variety of products such as tea, coffee, beer, wine, and spirits…

Food Sake Tokyo | A chef's guide to the best food in Tokyo.

29.07.2025

Brookies – Food Sake Tokyo

In the TexaTonka (crossroads of Minnetonka Boulevard and Texas in St. Louis Park) area of Minneapolis is a hip seafood shop called Brookies. @brookiesfishmarket. It was put on my radar by friends of mine, the Oberdorfers, who shop here religiously. I now understand their glowing remarks. We shopped here for sashimi this summer for our annual sushi…

Food Sake Tokyo | A chef's guide to the best food in Tokyo.

29.07.2025

Taiyaki – Food Sake Tokyo

Kanda Daruma hanetsuki Taiyaki @kanda.daruma originated the #taiyaki with the crispy wings. This shop is on a major corner in #Kanda. I love exploring Tokyo. Stumbled upon this. Had to have one, even though it was steaming 🥵 and the azuki-filled cake was hot.🤣🤣🤣 These hané tsuki taiyaki are sold throughout Japan. ☺️ And it…

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