SUB Store Tokyo — Restaurant in Tokyo

SUB Store Tokyo is definitely the kind of place I’d frequent if I could. It’s a cozy spot that serves drinks and used books, with a selection of reference books available to read on-site. They also usually serve Indonesian food, but unfortunately, when I visited, there weren’t any Indonesian dishes on the menu.

One of the highlights for me was the collection of books on Palestine, along with an ongoing exhibition featuring artwork by Palestinian artists. I ended up buying a few zines and a mini poetry collection - just a small taste of what I’d love to explore here. Can’t wait to come back and spend more time...

Substore is unique inasmuch as it is a record shop and a cafe combined. But Substore takes it farther than many select shops because they are also a Livehouse venue. Much of the music sold at Substore has a connection to past performers playing there. That music is on some of the vinyl records, CDs and cassette tapes. And everything can be auditioned and previewed on the shop's music systems with no pressure to buy. Check out the QR code for a detailed interview with the founder where he discusses the music offered on the racks, the cafe menu, his art collection, and much more. Enjoy your...

Longtime hub for cultural and art workers with an internationalist commitment to solidarity. Owners are friendly and kind and the place is full of regulars from the neighborhood as well as from abroad. It’s a must visit if you like good music (live or not), have rad politics, and thoughtfully made and delicious Indonesian food. Also if you enjoy arak cocktails which is rare outside of Indonesia you’re in for an...