Shabu-shabu & Sukiyaki All-You-Can-Eat restaurant “Mo-Mo-Paradise” opens its Ikebukuro restaurant on the 8th floor of the building that faces MUJI Seibu-Ikebukuro honten. This Ikebukuro restaurant is the company’s first restaurant in Japan in the last 12 years, since the Takadanobaba restaurant opened in 2003. Mo-Mo-Paradise had started its business in 1993. Since 2000, it has expanded the business by starting another hotpot all-you-can-eat restaurant “Nabezo” and opening other Mo-Mo-Paradise restaurants domestically and internationally, brushing up the quality and enhancing value of the brand name. The Ikebukuro restaurant features “Yasai Ichiba” (stands for vegetable market) that offers extremely fresh vegetables grown by selected farmers. The selection changes monthly to offer vegetables…
“Urban Research ROSSO” is now holding its annual event “Yukata-ten (Yukata Exhibition).” This year’s theme is “Taisho Roman.”
Yukata. One of traditional Japanese clothes wore in summer. All stores of fashion boutique “Urban Research ROSSO” are now holding one of its annual events “Yukata-ten (Yukata Exhibition).” This year’s theme is “Taisho Roman.” There are Yukatas of many different patterns that include various standard patterns and limited new patterns available only in the year. In addition, ROSSO features its original Yukata made by the old established clothing company TONOYO that boasts more than 300 years of history. The original retro-modern Yukatas were created using modern colors on classical patterns. One of the representative patterns is “Fuyo (hibiscus),” and that of this year is revival of the first generation that…
【billboard classics World Premium Robert Glasper Experiment x Tomomi Nishimoto Symphonic Concert】is scheduled to be held at Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre on June 6!
【billboard classics World Premium Robert Glasper Experiment x Tomomi Nishimoto Symphonic Concert】is scheduled to be held at Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre on June 6! Robert Glasper, Grammy-Award-winning jazz pianist, collaborates with IlluminArt Philharmonic Orchestra that features the art director/chief conductor Tomomi Nishimoto. Glasper and Nishimoto, who are now the representatives of current jazz and classical music scenes respectively, made the whole program by having conversations between New York and Tokyo. The program includes “Mozart Piano Concerto No.21,” and Glasper plays this for the first time on stage. Also they play covers and standards such as “Smells Like Teen Spirit” and “Aflo Blue” from his album “Black Radio” that won a Grammy…
The Soba Noodle Stand “Shibusoba” Opened in Tobu Hope Center on May 25, 2015!
Those who use Tokyu lines must be familiar with the soba noodle stand “Shibusoba.” We would like to inform you that its Ikebukuro shop just opened on Monday, May 25. The company, that has opened soba noodle stands in station premises of Tokyu lines, is now trying to expand the business outside the lines, and this Ikebukuro shop is its first attempt! As other Shibusoba shops do, this Ikebukuro shop uses strictly selected soba (buckwheat) flour and bonito flakes to offer the authentic soba noodle dishes. It also boasts a variety of tempura of ingredients in season. Please enjoy the traditional, quick, delicious Japanese noodle! <Popular Items (you can choose…
Sakura Cafe & Restaurant Ikebukuro features limited time offers of two types of specially made au gratin for one month!
Sakura Cafe & Restaurant Ikebukuro in Sakura Hotel Ikebukuro features limited time offers of two types of specially made, unique au gratin for one month! “Wafu Hamburger-iri Gratin” is made with white sauce, hamburger buns, tofu hamburger steak, mushroom starchy sauce, and Yuzu-kosho. The tofu hamburger steak is made with organic, chemical free vegetables, and the white sauce is made from soy milk and flavored with sake lees. “Natto Hamburger-iri Gratin” is made with hamburger steak and special chili con carne mixed with Natto, fermented soy beans rich in Isoflavones. Surprisingly, Natto enhances natural goodness of meat and all other ingredients, and there is no distinctive smell of itself. They…
BBQ Beer Garden “THE ROOFTOP” Opens on Friday May 29, 2015!
J.S. BURGERS CAFE by JOURNAL STANDARD opens BBQ Beer Garden “THE ROOFTOP” from May 29 to October 12, 2015 in LUMINE Ikebukuro. This is the third “THE ROOFTOP,” and this year’s theme is “Mexican BBQ Resort.” It offers a variety of Mexican foods, beers, and cocktails in the relaxing open-air space decorated after the image of resorts in the coasts of Mexico and Texas! Spicy Mexican foods and drinks are great in the hot summer months, and they will give you a sensation that makes you feel cheerful and energetic! It proudly offers authentic Mexican foods including nachos, salads, and burgers, and there are three different course meals available for…
The community revitalization campaign “Machi Card Festa Ikebukuro” has been held!
Aiming at increasing economic activity in Ikebukuro area, the community revitalization campaign “Machi Card Festa Ikebukuro” has been held since Monday, May 11. This is its 6th campaign and goes on until Sunday, June 14. 20 people of those who used a credit card for a total payment of 10,000 Yen (tax. incl.) or more at designated shops during the campaign could win the package tour for two to Kanazawa or Toyama! In addition, 345 people win a second prize! Why don’t you enjoy shopping using a credit card in Ikebukuro area? 【Dates】From Monday, May 11 to Sunday, June 14, 2015 【Valid credit cards for this campaign】 Saison, UC, Orico,…
“Bird-motif” Creators Market & Kotori Cafe at Tokyu Hands Ikebukuro
Creators Market at Tokyu Hands Ikebukuro is now offering “bird-motif” handmade items, featuring those of Java sparrow. The market is open from Monday, May 11 to Sunday, May 31. There are so many different one-of-a-kind items created by more than 100 creators waiting for you! For example, there are stuffed animals, tote bags, keychains, decoration items, accessories, stationeries, mugs, plates, towels and many more! In addition, Kotori Cafe Omotesando offers original miscellaneous goods and bird-motif sweet treats such as cakes, cookies, and candies! Please enjoy finding your bird at Tokyu Hands Ikebukuro! Venue: 1st Floor of Tokyu Hands Ikebukuro Dates: Monday, May 11, 2015 to Sunday, May 31, 2015 For…
The rooftop of Ikebukuro PARCO has turned into a beer garden named “ALOHA HAWAIIAN BEER GARDEN”!
The rooftop of Ikebukuro PARCO has turned into a beer garden named “ALOHA HAWAIIAN BEER GARDEN”! This fun beer garden is open from April. 20 to October 12! Please enjoy great beers and foods in the relaxing, open-air space that offers atmosphere of southern island resort. It offers a variety of American foods featuring Hawaiian BBQ foods such as “Smokey BBQ Spareribs” and “Spicy BBQ Chicken.” In addition, there are authentic Hawaiian-style pancakes and Acai bowls that attract so many female customers! Of course, there are many different kinds of soft drinks so that everyone can enjoy the beer garden! For more details (Japanese website): http://www.parco.jp/beergarden/detail_ikebukuro.php Venue: Rooftop, Ikebukuro…
Japan’s biggest event of reptiles and exotic animals “EXO TERRA Tokyo Reptiles World 2015” is scheduled to be held on May 16 & 17 !
Japan’s biggest event of reptiles and exotic animals “EXO TERRA Tokyo Reptiles World 2015” is scheduled to be held on May 16 & 17 on the 4th floor of World Import Mart Building in Sunshine City. Under the theme of “Living Together with Reptiles and Exotic Animals,” many different types of reptiles such as turtles, snakes, lizards, chameleons, and exotic animals such as frogs, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, hawks, and owls will be displayed and for sale. Of course, there are lectures about morals and manners important for keeping these animals. Free consulting services with regard to animal diseases, etc. are also available. Furthermore, it offers a variety of events such…