About TokyoCalling

Our Story

TokyoCalling began as something simple: a way for friends to share their favorite food spots and hidden gems across Tokyo. What started as casual recommendations between travelers and locals evolved into something much bigger, a comprehensive platform dedicated to helping you experience Tokyo like an insider.

We noticed a gap between the tourist guides and the authentic experiences that locals and passionate travelers were sharing on social media. Those hole in the wall ramen shops with lines out the door, the tucked-away kissaten with perfect coffee, the boutique hotels that understand what makes Tokyo special, all these discoveries were scattered across countless platforms, hard to find when you actually needed them.

What We Do

TokyoCalling connects authentic experiences with the places where they happen. We curate content from trusted creators and locals who genuinely know and love Tokyo, then make it easy for you to discover, plan, and experience these places yourself.

Our restaurant maps let you explore Tokyo's incredible food scene with filters for cuisine, price, and neighborhood. Our shopping guides help you find the products that people are actually buying—no paid placements, just real recommendations powered by social proof. Our accommodation guides range from luxury hotels to cozy capsule hotels, each vetted for quality and experience.

Our Approach

Authenticity matters. We carefully curate the creators and sources we feature, prioritizing those with genuine expertise and passion for Tokyo. Every restaurant, shop, and experience on our platform has been recommended by real people, not algorithms or advertisers.

We're continually expanding our coverage, adding new neighborhoods, categories, and features to help you discover more of what makes Tokyo one of the world's most exciting cities. Whether you're planning your first trip or your fiftieth, we're here to help you find something new.

Get In Touch

Have a recommendation? Found an error? Just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out through our contact page or connect with us on social media. TokyoCalling is built by people who love Tokyo, for people who want to discover it.