Eating and Drinking at a Luxury Drinking Alley on Top of Tokyo!

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Shizuka heads to Minato City in Tokyo to check out a yokocho of a different kind. Yokocho, meaning “alleyway” or “side street”, are a network of narrow alleyways lined with various eateries and bars. Yokocho are a fascinating part of Japan’s urban dining culture, but today, we’re checking out a new interpretation of this timely social dining concept: a sky-high themed indoor yokocho!
Shizuka makes her way up to the 38th floor of the Shinagawa Prince Hotel in Minato City (Tokyo) to Ajikaido Gojusantsug: a high-end indoor yokocho where the restaurants are named after the 53 stations (or rest areas) along the Tokaido Road, which connected Kyoto to Edo (otherwise known as modern Tokyo).
First stop on our indoor yokocho journey, Sanjo-a teppanyaki restaurant serving Japanese wagyu beef. Shizuka sits and indulges in a luxurious course meal starring pancakes with caviar, Japanese black beef sirloin, and more. Next stop on our Tokaido-themed yokocho pilgrimage is Odawara, where Shizuka savors fresh seafood and vegetable tempura. Full but with room for more, Shizuka walks to her final stop, Nihonbashi-a premium sushi restaurant with a breathtaking view of the Tokyo skyline. The chef prepares fresh sushi using the finest local seafood, ensuring our host ends the journey on a delectable high.
Note: Business hours are subject to change at the establishment's discretion.
Additionally, restaurant decorations are subject to change with the season.
FEATURED FOODS
Sanjo - Course Meal: Wagyu Tsukudani, Corn Pottage and Beef Gelée, Seafood Salad, Pancake with Caviar, Japanese Black Beef Sirloin, Hitachi Beef, Eggplant, Fried Rice, Seasonal Dessert
Odawara - Course Meal: Shrimp Tempura, Hokkaido Scallop Tempura, Asparagus Tempura, Mushroom Tempura, Kakiage, Tempura Rice Bowl, Seasonal Dessert
Nihonbashi - Course Meal: Appetizer, Komochi Kombu, Seaweed Salad, Red Sea Bream, Fatty, Hokkaido Bafun, Seasonal Dessert
LOCATION
Shinagawa Prince Hotel, Minato City, Tokyo
TIMELINE
0:00 Intro
0:13 Shinagawa Prince Hotel
0:47 Ajikaido Gojusantsugi - Shinagawa Prince Hotel
1:37 Sanjo - Tokyo
2:33 Hata Kenichi - Chef
2:53 Wagyu Tsukudani
3:53 Corn Pottage and Beef Gelée
4:21 Seafood Salad
4:38 Pancake with Caviar
5:24 Japanese Black Beef Sirloin
5:33 Hitachi Beef
6:21 Eggplant
7:07 Fried Rice
7:11 Seasonal Dessert
7:50 Odawara - Tokyo
8:12 Itakura Hiroshi - Chef
8:38 Shrimp Tempura
9:42 Hokkaido Scallop Tempura
10:33 Asparagus Tempura
10:57 Mushroom Tempura
11:17 Kakiage
11:20 Tempura Rice Bowl
11:52 Seasonal Dessert
12:25 Nihonbashi - Tokyo
12:52 Noguchi Nobuyuki - Chef
13:11 Appetizer
13:23 Komochi Kombu
13:50 Seaweed Salad
14:15 Red Sea Bream
14:59 Fatty Tuna
15:23 Shrimp
16:10 Kohada
16:53 Sea Urchin
16:55 Hokkaido Bafun
17:31 Seasonal Dessert
18:34 Outro
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[@JapanbyFood]

Book the restaurant here: www.byfood.com/restaurant/ajikaido-gojusantsugi-2046 🤩

[@Omikoshi78]

As a half Japanese that looks Japanese, there is a constant struggle to meet peoples expectation when they talk to me like a native Japanese. I can speak Japanese, and some times have no accent, but my Japanese language capability is probably at elementary school level. It's a tough spot to be in as I look Japanese, can speak Japanese to a degree, but just have problem expressing myself fully. So there is this frustration with not knowing how to respond in certain situation. Life would be easier if I just didn't speak Japanese at all and didn't look Japanese at the same time. At any rate, I'm proud of anyone leaning in to this struggle on youtube and elsewhere.

[@yuyutubee8435]

Often, half Japanese can look very Japanese to foreigners but are easily identifiable as half to locals, even just because of body language or facial expression. Do you think you're usually viewed as fully Japanese by locals?

[@Omikoshi78]

@@yuyutubee8435 yes because I’m half Japanese but 100% Asian.

[@etanaratsastaja]

@@Omikoshi78 It's kind of the opposite of the "nihongo jouzu" problem that western looking people run into when they speak Japanese. I'm not Japanese but East Asian and ran into similar issues when I visited earlier this year where people just naturally assumed I was fluent and were shocked when I wasn't 😅

[@vint1475]

I just want to say how underrated your videos and channels are! they informative, great presentation, and love how Shizuka is so into her food / travels. Keep it up 😊 Definitely going to visit next time I come to Tokyo!

[@calnative4904]

Every episode is great, Shizuka is always a pleasure and the food is fantastic. 🍣

[@JapanbyFood]

Thank you for watching! Food was TOP!

[@sunnymusyc]

When I saw the shrimp legs, I remembered the grasshoppers dishes? :))

[@TheBradylands]

Thank you again for taking us on this journey with you enjoyed it .

[@JapanbyFood]

Thank you for coming along!

[@IAmWillJR]

Once more… excellent video. Keyword: Fancy 😁

[@astroboy3507]

I think I gotta say Shiz I like your job!!!!! 😊👍🏻

[@JapanbyFood]

We hope she likes it too:P

[@homfes]

If one had replicate the journey from Kyoto to Tokyo by eating a full meal at every representation of each station, then it is by no means an easy journey.

[@JapanbyFood]

Very true indeed!

[@R0gue0ne]

You have the best job! Thank you for giving us the opportunity to explore Japan and its cuisine with you.

[@davidinouye2606]

Oh Shizuka, I was so envious of you eating the delicious food! Those meals absolutely looked mouth watering. Can't wait to watch your next video Shizuka! Matane!

[@rossengg]

Japan is just amazing ❤❤❤❤

[@ryanh8128]

Thank you for pronouncing lychee the right way. I love your videos. Can't wait to visit my homeland one day

[@paulk4662]

All the dishes look great. I can tell you enjoyed your day(s) out 😊.

[@Gratn]

This channel is so underrated

[@JapanbyFood]

Thank you for your support!

[@Bad_Karma1968]

Shizuka another great vlog 😊

[@meltoycorral]

Shizuka, my dream drinking buddy 🍺

[@billshepherd4331]

3 Master Chef's within yards of each other? Fantastic! Lucky Lady!

[@MajorAddiction]

Even the grapes are fancy 😮

[@JapanbyFood]

Yep :D

[@Lawrencedimayuga]

Great episode! Take care!!

[@JapanbyFood]

Thanks for watching! Cheers!

[@yoshinot6131]

Thank you for your hard work today, Shizuka. Listening to Shizuka's voice makes me feel better.🎉

[@clsybear]

Great video, wonderful service

[@JapanbyFood]

The best!

[@alexanderdavis7749]

She's a pro drinker haha❤

[@roynobody]

that sfx lol 7:36

[@roarntito]

Another fantastic video by a most informative young lady, thank you for the insights to such delectable foods….🌹

[@algernon5776]

Fabulous journey !!

[@zarakkhan5524]

Every video you put out is very enjoyable and the way you convey information is great. This place looks like a very enjoyable experience so I definitely am going to visit it.

[@JapanbyFood]

So nice of you!

[@panathenaea]

These are the kind of places I would live to experience but may be too intimated to make that first step. Happy that this service exists to open the door

[@Tom_kimetsunoyaiba]

I loved watching your video love japan food ❤beautiful lady

[@JapanbyFood]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@eugenejustin5314]

Ms. Shizuka is Japan Ambassador.

[@jtdx_]

Shizuka is such a lovely and cheerful host😊

[@xxCablexx]

I want to travel these yokocho's, and experience those amazing views, and such tasty mouthfuls, especially want to try the Hitachi beef too

[@JapanbyFood]

Please come and visit!

[@travelmurmur]

Everything you tried looked so delicious, I'm salivating! Also, love your trousers, Shizuka!

[@adelbert8981]

The view looks amazing!

[@JapanbyFood]

It was sooo cool! Especially when it got later!

[@mikerguitarwolfgaming4206]

You take so many cool journeys! Keep being awesome

[@JapanbyFood]

We will keep doing our best!

[@-DirtyShoes]

Yes yes yes! Yokocho is right up my alley....see what I did there? Sorry. But really I absolutely love hitting multiple spots on a street to eat at for an outing. Yum! The Tokaido Road theme is a great way to do it, too. Going on the list. That scallop tempura made me salivate!

[@SOAR-OF-AVEM]

Ha, ha! Shizuka in the Yokochos is so maneuverable! These are the areas I would really like to dine in as they are small and have some "cuisine" like chefs. I mean, you keep on finding out of all these different types of sushi's that are worth trying! Than you Japan By Food team! Thank you Shizuka for the tasty meals!

[@JapanbyFood]

We want to discover all the sushi there is!

[@happyguy61]

Really enjoyed this episode Shiz. You’re such a fabulous and informative guide👍

[@stevend9527]

We were there last February. Love the view and selection of quality food. 🙌

[@JapanbyFood]

Woow! that is cool! Glad you got to experience it too!

[@sowhatsupeirik]

Broke character for a second when tasting the Tsukudani at 3:05.😂 Has to be delicious.

[@frankmacleod2565]

Keep up the good work.

[@JapanbyFood]

Thanks, will do!

[@rainerlovesjapan9468]

Nice job Ms Anderson🩵🎌.

[@JapanbyFood]

Thank you kindly

[@Eleventy_Five]

Watching this from my room while eating my Family Mart fried chicken. For some reason my chicken seems low quality haha.

[@slide7132]

Domo, Shizuka-san!

[@jeffhou4142]

Beautiful.

[@roshanshrestha3836]

The food looked so amazing. But where is the producer? Would love to have seen Shizuka san and producer fine dining at a high end restaurant.

[@joits]

I've stayed at this hotel three times over the past few years and didn't even know they had this... lol

[@rodolfomendez6886]

Whisper ally i okinaw😂😂

[@thejessta]

Shizukaaaaaaa

[@AllyG-ig4yv]

Japan by Food where can you get Maneki Neko blue curtain at 0:55-59 timeframe?

[@rodolfomendez6886]

You are so eleget

[@typerightseesight]

Fan of the grapes plate. lol.

[@JapanbyFood]

Same:D

[@typerightseesight]

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[@otogigamer]

corn pottage!! what is this restaurant from another world

[@JapanbyFood]

It was AMAZING!

[@JohnHausser]

❤️ 🇯🇵 😊 👍

[@jonothanhithcock6700]

Hello beautiful wow I love your videos 📹 I want m to go Japan one dayexperience the culture & food great job 👍 🇯🇵

[@JapanbyFood]

We hope you visit one day!

[@allnighterist]

I could never eat raw fish it'll instantly give me the runs ✌🏻😂

[@ranmisael]

i didnt even know these places existed

[@JapanbyFood]

Now you know!

[@johanvviscounte5271]

🎉

[@benjmin1542]

🎉🎉👌👌

[@paulocoelho558]

This time, I'm thrilled to announce that I occupied the esteemed position of "thumbs up" number 944, as per Sarah Scoop, the angel number 944 signifies success, financial stability, and abundance in all aspects of life - just what I'm looking for! 😄 I truly relished this episode! 😁😉

[@spang9782]

Kind of "high class!" Beautiful but certainly not the same ambience. Waikiki has a new yokocho (replaces one that closed due to COVID) and tries to keep the closeness of traditional ones but probably has to adhere to fire codes.

[@JapanbyFood]

Oh that is interesting! We did not know yokochos were a thing abroad!

[@spang9782]

@@JapanbyFood Well, we get a lot of Japanese tourists, though not as much as before COVID, and about 30% of the local population is also ethnically Japanese. And Hawaii people in general love Japanese food.

[@sunchero]

Was the Hokkaido Bafun uni caption a typo? Could someone please explain why it read “Hokkaido’s horse manure sea urchin”?

[@JapanbyFood]

That is what it means:P This sea urchin is called horse manure sea urchin because it is rather large in size. Strange name indeed!

[@jomangeee9180]

is there Japanese made wines, whisky or brandy? how do they measure up to the competition?

[@capital0v]

I used to do a ton of scotch tastings at parties my old boss hosted. I actually found the japanese offerings were my second favourite after one specific region of scotland (i believe it was speyside. i have not kept up with the hobby since moving).

[@yuyutubee8435]

Japanese whisky tends to be a blend of whiskies purchased from Europe and/or sometimes North America and they often do include some scotch. Like any whisky from anywhere, I've found them to be hit or miss. I'd imagine their brandies are similar.

[@jacobjche]

Hot spring with dining pls

[@JapanbyFood]

Coming very soon!

[@jacobjche]

Dam this channel blowing up

[@JapanbyFood]

Hopefully!

[@Ricochet622]

Is it unusual no one else is in the restaurant? You guys have the whole place reserved?

[@JapanbyFood]

All reserved for us:P

[@Ricochet622]

@@JapanbyFood That's AMAZING! And a special privilege too as an honored guest!

[@Zigzag00733]

🇧🇩🖤 🇯🇵

[@montelw121]

What are the prices?

[@JapanbyFood]

You can check here: www.byfood.com/restaurant/ajikaido-gojusantsugi-2046

[@buntipapu3816]

Why are the restaurants so empty?

[@yuyutubee8435]

They likely opened the restaurants early for Japan by Food, or temporarily closed the three restaurants to the public that Shizuka went to. Keeps noise down and allows the chefs to focus on her.

[@JapanbyFood]

You got it right;)

[@popptrp]

at 9:50 I see, vhef has personal toilet!

[@tonoinam7344]

M gonna marry you! ! ❤💋

[@vitovitale169]

Does Shizuka do like the ancient Romans who after they finished eating would stick a finger down their throats to regurgitate their meals and start all over again? Because otherwise how does she find room in her little tummy for all the food she eats while maintaining that perfect physique?

[@JESSROCKEDChannel]

i hope those costs as cheap as their sizes

[@sw4692]

I understand the Japanese Govt is spending alot of $$$ to promote Japanese Goods after the Fukushima dumping of "treated water". What is the regular people's reaction, are they staying away from certain products?/

[@summerlinpublic5673]

Can I have your job?

[@JapanbyFood]

We all want it:D

[@jameslund2658]

You're cute but I'd like to see the real you behind the scenes. Let your hair down and just be yourself. If others don't like you that's Okay also.

[@forwork2601]

I feel like 99% of the subscribers here are males lol

[@stevegonzales527]

i think that defeats the purpose of yokocho, this "luxury" version looks boring. rather interact with locals