Feb 13

Japan Restaurant Search via Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)

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Just noticed in the latest issue of the JNTO’s e-Newsletter that they have a link to a “Japan Restaurant Search.” In theory you can find restaurants in any prefecture sorted by whatever criteria you select (e.g., accepts credit cards; English language menu available; English language staff; etc.)  You can also search by cuisine and even different types of izakaya.

Here’s the link:  http://www.jnto.go.jp/restaurant-search/eng/index.php

It tends to cover the major metropolitan areas well, but not as strong when you get out to the inaka.  Perhaps there’s a way that the JET and JET alumni community can help fill in some of the holes?

Just a thought.  Stay tuned for more info.