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April 19, 2012 saw the opening of DiverCity Tokyo Plaza in the new Tokyo waterfront subcenter area. Here you’ll find everything from the latest fashions to Akihabara culture and famous eateries. DiverCity Tokyo is a hot new mall with all the attractions of Tokyo, and we’ll be introducing these attractions here!

The word “Senbero” is an underground boom among Japanese drinkers. “Senbero” means to get totally drunk for just 1000 yen = drink at a cheap price. But the price is not the only item that attracts such drinkers. Check out the attractions of Tokyo’s classic bars. (Top image: the Koen branch of Iseya Sohonten)

Ramen has roots in Chinese noodle cuisine, but has been continually reimagined and has eventually become one of Japan’s favorite foods. “Girls’ ramen” is the latest trend in this area. While customers at ramen restaurants used to be mostly male, There is currently a rapid increase in the number of women visiting ramen restaurants! Here we will introduce recommended restaurants and the reasons for this sudden increase in popularity. (Top image: Gold salt ramen at DueItalian)

Make sure not to overlook breakfast when you're out enjoying the foods of Tokyo! Elegant, sumptuous “mini celebrity breakfasts” are a stealthy fad right now. We take a look at some perfect breakfast spots for the traveler by asking Rie Kawamori, a food writer, for some tips on breakfast in Tokyo. (above photo: Le Pain Quotidien)

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