Best Tokyo Restaurants For Business And Pleasure
Whether you're looking to take a new client out to a great restaurant or just have a quiet dinner on your own, it's easy to find what you want within the city. The first question to ask yourself is whether the restaurants within your hotel will be a good experience for your business partners, or whether they will appeal to you if you are eating alone. Many of the nicer Tokyo hotels will offer great restaurants just a few floors below (or above) your room.
In addition, consider whether your business contacts will be choosing the restaurant. Many Japanese businessmen will want to host you for dinner, and so you may not have to choose a restaurant at all. Finally, if you are eating alone, consider whether in-room dining makes sense. Travel can be hectic, and room service can mean a lot of added productivity. But if you're looking to go out alone or take your business partners out to dinner, there are some great restaurants to choose from.
Impress Your New Business Partners
There is nothing quite like Nobu Tokyo when you're looking to make a great first impression. This restaurant is a fusion of East and West, designed by famous chef Nobu Matsuhisa. He is well known for creating interesting combinations with traditional Japanese ingredients given a unique twist through the addition of South American tastes.
From a business standpoint, Nobu is great because it will appeal to Japanese associates without appearing too conspicuously authentic. At Nobu, there is truly something for everyone.
Enjoy Traditional Western In A Beautiful Setting
The New York Grill is a great choice for an impressive dinner. Whether your travel has you with clients, with family, or alone, this hotspot is an unforgettable experience. The cuisine is updated American and all very good, but the star of the restaurant is the view. The restaurant is on the 52nd floor of the Park Hyatt Tokyo, and the walls of the restaurant are entirely of glass. With wonderful touches like live jazz, this is a very impressive place for a business dinner, or a relaxing spot to travel to when dining alone.
Fun and Authentic Japanese Experiences
There are many authentic restaurants to choose from within Tokyo. Generally, don't bring business partners to any restaurant claiming to be "authentic"; as often as not, the cooking isn't authentic and simply ends up being an embarrassment. But if you're out alone or your family is with you, look for a traditional Kaiseki feast. While expensive, these meals are a lot of fun and very different from what can be found during travel in most other countries.
