Tucked away on a quiet side street in the lively Phrom Phong district, Jidori Cuisine Ken is a little slice of Tokyo in Bangkok. The vibe is intimate, minimal, and quietly charming: think a pale wood counter, a handful of low futon-style tables, soft lighting, and mellow jazz in the background — pure izakaya energy.

It’s easy to sum up: Sasaya is our favorite Japanese restaurant in Bangkok.

Hidden down a side street in Bangkok’s Phrom Phong area — dotted with bars of varying levels of sketchiness — Ichigo’s Dining is a small, no-fuss spot worth knowing.

At Sushi Akazu, exlusivity isn’t just a concept, it’s a ritual. Hidden behind a discreet door, this minimalist sanctum seats barely a dozen diners, each privy to an intimate culinary performance orchestrated by Chef Masahiro Misaki.