This may sound a bit hyperbolic, but we think that Tsutaya Daikanyama may just be the most incredible bookstore in the whole world. It's open nearly 24/7, so on jetlaggy nights we love to come here and dive in the books!

Epulor is café/bar that transitions from coffee to natural wines throughout the day. A focus is on the sound; a resident DJ spins vinyls chosen from the extensive recorb library behind the bar as bartenders shake coffee-based cocktails and pour generous glasses of wine. During the day, the music continues – albeit a calmer genre – as baristas brew a rich hand-drip coffee and serve slices of tangy cherry pie.

Laekker is a tiny, understated bakery known for its rich, custard-filled pastries and Scandi-Japanese style. The focus is on quality over quantity, with a small, ever-changing selection each day. Go early as quantities are limited, and favourites sell out fast. There’s no real seating or coffee, so plan to take your pastries away and eat nearby. If you’re unsure what to choose, ask the team what’s just come out of the oven. 

CaNARi Nakameguro is a carefully curated vintage store with a stylist’s eye, blending well-known designers with lesser-known pieces across denim, jewellery and leather goods. The layout feels spacious and gallery-like, giving each item room to stand out. The selection leans towards more distinctive finds, so we’d suggest setting your sights on a rare piece that you’ve never seen before. Staff are knowledgeable and friendly but unobtrusive, so feel free to approach them to ask about the provenance of a piece or how to style.