A very warm welcome to Omoide Yokocho, or “Memory Lane.” You have found one of Shinjuku’s most cherished secrets, a tiny, beating heart of old Tokyo tucked beside the futuristic station. This is a step back in time, a smoky, lantern-lit labyrinth resisting the modern world, offering a true taste of the city’s post-war Showa spirit.

This is a place you will smell before you see it. The air is a wonderful, savory perfume of grilling yakitori. We invite you to be brave and dive in! Squeeze onto a tiny stool, shoulder-to-shoulder with locals. The stalls are small and overflowing with life, laughter, and the sizzle of the grill.

This is where you come for authentic flavor. Point to what looks good, order a cold beer, and watch the masters at work. It’s more than a meal; it’s a shared, warm, and wonderfully noisy experience. We are so happy you are here to taste the real, smoky soul of Shinjuku. Enjoy this unforgettable trip to “Memory Lane.”