Omoide Yokocho Memory Lane

Shinjuku · Yakitori · ¥¥

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Yakitori yokocho stalls

Omoide Yokocho, located beside Shinjuku Station’s west exit, is a historic postwar alley famous for tightly packed yakitori and izakaya stalls. This Showa-era streetscape features about 60–80 tiny food counters. The alley is known for its charcoal-grilled yakitori, grilled offal meats, and nikomi stews.

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When to go

Evenings, 5–10 pm.

Expect lively staff calls of 'irasshaimase!'

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Opening hours

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Hours can change. Check with the venue before you go.

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