Shinjuku Guide

Directly connected to Shinjuku Station, the busiest station in the world, the Shinjuku Mylord Department Store is a convenient place to go shopping. It’s common to see people checking out the latest fashion here after work. Floors 7 to 9 are filled with restaurants, including some that are the first and only location of that chain in Japan. Grab some unique eats at Shinjuku Mylord! Keep reading to find out which ones the Shinjuku Guide staff recommend!

Vegego (Korean Bowl Market)

The dishes at Vegego are filled with fresh green vegetables that are naturally appetizing. These dishes that will fill you with energy were inspired by the food served in Korean markets. These Korean Power Bowls are made to keep both your heart and soul healthy with the best ingredients. You can customize your bowl as you like, with rice, noodles, or original namul (Korean herb) toppings. As you can choose what combination of ingredients you would like, you can enjoy a different bowl each time.

Shinjuku Mylord 7F
Hours of Operation: Hours of operation – 11:00AM-10:00PM
(*To prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, business hours may change without notice.)

Saodouhua (Taiwanese Café)

This is the first Saodouhua in Japan! There is usually a line up outside of this popular douhua (Taiwanese sweet tofu) café. The authentic Taiwanese flavor has been faithfully recreated at the Shinjuku branch. Enjoy douhua topped with plenty of brightly colored seasonal fruits. They offer not only sweets but Taiwanese dishes as well, so it’s perfect to go anytime!

Shinjuku Mylord 7F
Hours of Operation: Hours of operation – 11:00AM-10:00PM
(*To prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, business hours may change without notice.)

Teppan Steak and Okonomiyaki Pasta-kan (Teppan Grilled Steak and Okonomiyaki)

Teppan Steak and Okonomiyaki Pasta-kan has a wide variety of over 70 types of sake that you can enjoy with steak, okonomiyaki (Japanese-style savory pancakes), and a wide variety of side dishes. They are especially proud of their sweets and desserts. You can take the whole family here, and everyone is sure to find something that they enjoy.

Shinjuku Mylord 8F
Hours of Operation: Hours of operation – 11:00AM-10:00PM
(*To prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, business hours may change without notice.)

Coto-Coto Saryo (Japanese Café)

Coto-Coto Saryo is the sister café of Kagurazaka Saryo and was designed to help your mind and soul relax in the middle of the big city. Women can feel comfortable going here alone and enjoying a meal or some desserts.
Their original healthy udon menu has all types of udon noodles, from Japanese inspired to Italian inspired, which are cooked at a low temperature in your own personal pot. Japanese sweets that are not overpoweringly sweet are served all day and go well with a tea or green tea-based smoothie.

Shinjuku Mylord 8F
Hours of Operation: 11:00AM-10:00PM
(*To prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, business hours may change without notice.)

Shimokaido Asahizushi Honten (Sushi)

Asahizushi is an Edo-style sushi restaurant that has over 40 locations in the Tokyo metropolitan area.
The prices are reasonable, and the interior allows you to relax. In addition to sushi, they also serve sashimi, side dishes, salad, and a wide variety of sake.

Shinjuku Mylord 8F
Hours of Operation 11:00AM-10:00PM
(*To prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, business hours may change without notice.)

So everyone can have peace of mind when dining at the Shinjuku Mylord Department Store, the following measures are in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19:

- Staff members must wear masks, have their temperature taken every day, and sanitize their hands.
- Cleaning, sterilization, and air circulation are regularly done.
- Measures are in place for staff members to keep a safe distance away from customers. (Money is placed on a tray at check out, and vinyl sheets are used to prevent the spread of germs.)
- A limit on the number of customers allowed in a shop is in place during busy periods.
- To prevent the spread of COVID-19, the hours of operation have been reduced. Please see the Shinjuku Mylord website for details.

If you’re hungry in Shinjuku, head to the restaurant floors of Shinjuku Mylord. There’s something for everyone, so you’re sure to find somewhere that suits your needs!