Update-date: Jan 30 2020
Whether you're traveling for work or leisure, when you're in a place far away from home you most likely want to taste local specialties while you're at it. You might not have enough time in your schedule, but not to worry! If you only have an hour to spare before your shinkansen (bullet train) departs, it is a chance to visit several places serve local food and easy access from the station so that you can squeeze in some of the regional cuisines. Here are a few examples!
1. Gyutan Sumiyaki Rikyu Sendai
Don't miss out on Sendai's famous [Gyutan] (beef tongue)!
If you're in Sendai, you absolutely must try [Gyutan], and if you do, go for the favorite restaurant Rikyu. This is what anyone in Sendai would answer if you asked them for advice on what to eat, and the good news is that you'll have the opportunity to try it before getting on the shinkansen.
If you're in Sendai, you absolutely must try [Gyutan], and if you do, go for the favorite restaurant Rikyu. This is what anyone in Sendai would answer if you asked them for advice on what to eat, and the good news is that you'll have the opportunity to try it before getting on the shinkansen.
Order the [Deluxe] for thicker and juicier slices of gyutan.
If you're in a hurry, they also have gyutan-based, quick-to-eat dishes, like stew or curry
Gyutan Sumiyaki Rikyu Sendai
Open: Hours: 10:00 am -10:30 pm (last order 10:00 pm) * 12/31 and 1/1 (New Year's) hours are 10:00 am-9:30 pm (last order 9:00 pm)
Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 1,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: Within Sendai Station on the Shinkansen Gates Floor (3F) Gyutan-dori Street
Address: 1-1-1 Chuo , Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi (Map)
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Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 1,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: Within Sendai Station on the Shinkansen Gates Floor (3F) Gyutan-dori Street
Address: 1-1-1 Chuo , Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi (Map)
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2. Shusaron
Don't leave Shinagawa without tasting its well-cured sake (Japanese alcohol).
Located in the building right in front of the Takanawa Exit, it's only 3 minutes away on foot from Shinagawa Station. How many of their 100 well-cured sake do you think you'll be able to taste before getting on the shinkansen? Think of it as a time trial!
Located in the building right in front of the Takanawa Exit, it's only 3 minutes away on foot from Shinagawa Station. How many of their 100 well-cured sake do you think you'll be able to taste before getting on the shinkansen? Think of it as a time trial!
The characteristic amber color of well-cured sake is just as enjoyable to look at as it is to drink.
Savor each sip with a side of snacks.
Shusaron
Open: [Weekday] normally 5:00 pm to 12:00 am (last order 11:30 pm) last order for food 11:00 pm
[Saturday, Sunday, public holiday, day before public holiday] normally 3:00 pm to 12:00 am (last order 11:30 pm) last order for food 11:00 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: Three minute walk from JR Keihin Tohoku Line, Tokaido Line, Yamanote Line, Yokosuka Line & Keihin rapid Line Shinagawa Station
Address: Keikyu Shopping Plaza Wing Takanawa WEST 2F, 4-10-18 Takanawa , Minato-ku, Tokyo (Map)
[Saturday, Sunday, public holiday, day before public holiday] normally 3:00 pm to 12:00 am (last order 11:30 pm) last order for food 11:00 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: Three minute walk from JR Keihin Tohoku Line, Tokaido Line, Yamanote Line, Yokosuka Line & Keihin rapid Line Shinagawa Station
Address: Keikyu Shopping Plaza Wing Takanawa WEST 2F, 4-10-18 Takanawa , Minato-ku, Tokyo (Map)
3. Ueno Seiyoken 3153 Branch
Only 1 minute's walk from Ueno Station! Finish off your trip at a renowned restaurant of Western-style cuisine.
This is a traditional and formal restaurant that opened its doors during the Meiji era (1868 - 1912). Today, you can enjoy these dishes in a casual atmosphere. Ueno Seiyoken serves delicious western-inspired cuisine prepared with the utmost care.
This is a traditional and formal restaurant that opened its doors during the Meiji era (1868 - 1912). Today, you can enjoy these dishes in a casual atmosphere. Ueno Seiyoken serves delicious western-inspired cuisine prepared with the utmost care.
The luxurious [Beef Tenderloin Steak]
Their [Hayashi Rice] has the incomparable flavor of a restaurant specializing in Western-style cuisine
Ueno Seiyoken 3153 Branch
Open: 11:00 am - 9:30 pm (Food L.O. 8:30 pm, Drink L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: 8,001 JPY - 9,000 JPY
Address: 3F, Ueno3153, 1-57, Ueno-koen, Taito-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Source: hitosara (Japanese)
Closed: None
Average price: 8,001 JPY - 9,000 JPY
Address: 3F, Ueno3153, 1-57, Ueno-koen, Taito-ku, Tokyo (Map)
Source: hitosara (Japanese)
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
