Ameyoko Dining and Street Food

The best food and restaurants near Ueno station

Geoff Day 별

Japan Travel Staff

Just a few minutes from Ueno or Okachimachi station. You will see the big signs above the streets.

Start out your day with some fresh fruit

Several varieties depending on the season, each for 100 or 200 yen

This place has some amazing fried fare and drinks and is certainly worth the queue

The specialty is the hamburger beef, yamitsuki menchi

When your ready to sit down for a bit head under the tunnel and try this place, daitouryou (President)

You will likely be approached with conversation and recommendations as the tables are quite close

They specialize in innards and giblets, but there are plenty of other options on the menu

After a few hours of shopping you will likely be hungry again and the sushi at Magurodonya Miura Misakiko is unbeatable in price and flavor

One of several chefs serving up dishes for the rotation

The most popular item on the menu, Mount of Tuna - only 100 yen. No need to eat all the wasabi!

Finish the day off with a bit of ice cream, this is located within Chanokiminoen, which also specializes in tea

Ameya-Yokochō, commonly Ameyoko, in Taito-ku is one of Tokyo's most vibrant markets for souvenir shopping with over 400 shops to visit. Within easy range of Ueno park and zoo there is a lot to do in the area. Ameyoko is also famous for food with a great variety of street food and restaurants to choose from. Here are a few well-known recommendations for the next time you visit.

New fruits stand - Though not a restaurant the fresh fruit along the street is certainly worth sampling. Try a variety of fruits for 100 - 200 yen each.

Oyama meat dish and beer - A quick stop that should not be missed. Try a piece of fried food here and wash it down with a drink to tide you over between meals.

Daitouryou - This is a fun and cozy Japanese style izakaya with tables and bar seating. They specialize in innards and giblets, but there is a standard izakaya type menu with a variety of vegetables, yakitori and (of course) alcohol.

Magurodonya Miura Misakiko sushi - You may need to line up a bit for this one, but this is the area's best (and cheapest) sushi. They specialize in a huge Mount of tuna, a heaping serving of tuna. There is an English menu and ranking for those unsure of what to try! Sushi ranges from 100 - 300 yen per plate.

Chanokiminoen ice cream - Though the store specializes in tea the ice cream should not be overlooked. Try ice cream from cone or cup in vanilla, green tea or mixed flavor.