JP2012 - Kyushu Jangara

Kyushu Jangara is a well-regarded ramen restaurant located in Harajuku.

 

 

Originated from Hakata, this chain restaurant has now five franchises throughout Tokyo, offering Kyushu-style ramen noodles: Kyushu Jangara, Bonshan, Kobonshan, Karabon, Kyushu Jangara Miso, Muhichan, Hot-Tsukechan and Tsukechan.

 

 

If eight flavours of Tonkotsu soup and extra-thin noodles are not enough, one could also mix and match a variety of toppings. 

 

 

Among the famous ones include the Bonshan Spicy Ramen, …

 

 

… and of course, the No. 1 Kyushu Jangara.

 

 

But for some mix and match fun, we also tried the Bonshan Zenbukara, with pretty much everything in it; green onions, spicy cod roe, pork, seaweed, and a boiled egg, among others!!

 

 

And the best part is, the bargain price of the yummy ramens!!

 

 

Kyushu Jangara
Shanzeru Harajuku II 1-2F, 1-13-21 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
+81 3 3404 5572
http://www.kyusyujangara.co.jp/

JP2012 - Angels Heart

While walking down Takeshita-dori in Harajuku, a stop by at the crepes stand is an absolute must!! There, everyone will be spoilt for choice as both Marion Crepes and Angels Heart offer a combined total of over 200 flavours.

 

 

While Marion Crepes is the first crepe stand that opened in the area, it was its arch-rival, Angels Heart that caught our attention.

 

 

The main difference, really, is just the crowd and queue. Since Angels Heart had a longer queue, we decided to join in!!

 

 

Rolled into a cone wrapped with paper, we decided to try their Banana Chocolate Whipped Cream Crepe …

 

 

… and the Chocolate Cheese Crepe.

 

 

And if that’s not enough, we just found out that the owner of Angels Heart actually has 2 more crepes stalls further down the road called Blueberry House and Strawberry House.

 

 

Angel Heart
Takeshita-dori, Harajuku, 1-20-6 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan.
+81 33 497 0050

JP2012 - Takeshita-dori

Located directly across from the exit of JR Harajuku Station, Takeshita-dori is a pedestrian-only street, lined with boutiques, cafes and restaurants, specifically tailored to the young and fashion focussed.

 

 

While there are major chain stores along the street, the interesting ones are the smaller independent shops that carry an array of styles.

 

 

Thus, this 400 meter long street is generally considered the birthplace of Japan’s fashion trend.

 

 

However, due to its popularity, it is extremely busy and crowded on weekends!!