Gay Tokyo Restaurants & Cafes

Alamas Cafe is an LGBTQ+-friendly taco bar and café on Nakadori, the main street running through Shinjuku Ni-chome. This trendy space is operated by the AiSOTOPE Lounge group.

The small indoor space spills outside, with Mexican-inspired décor, tacos, drinks and music. DJs and drag performers appear on selected nights. You may see flyers for nearby queer events in Alamas, so it's a perfect starting point before heading deeper into Ni-chome.

Popular Chinese restaurant that is well-known for its delicious Peking duck, prepared by certified chefs.

Chinese Cafe 8 is open around the clock and has many locations in Tokyo. Great value and perfect for a late-night munch. Try their premium malts beer.

The best tempura in town! This famous restaurant, which started over 100 years ago, specialises in all things tempura (deep-fried food).

Tempura Funabashiya's Set menus come with salad, rice, miso soup and tea. English menu available. Funabashiya is located a few blocks off the Shinjuku Station.

Favourite ramen/noodle restaurants, with several locations in Tokyo. The Ebisu branch is located a short walk from Ebisu station (one stop from Shibuya). If you crave traditional Japanese ramen, this is the place to be.