Asakusa is often known for its traditional Japanese food, but it’s also a great area to enjoy Taiwanese cuisine. If you’re looking for something a little different during sightseeing, or want a lighter Asian meal, Taiwanese food is a perfect choice.
In this article, I’ll introduce four Taiwanese food spots in Asakusa that are easy to stop by while exploring the area.
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1. Kayuyasato（粥や佐藤）
What kind of place is it?
The shop is small with about eight counter seats, and features stylish dried flower decorations at the entrance.
The owner, Mr. Sato, was inspired by rice porridge he tasted in Taiwan and created his own dashi-based recipes to bring that flavor to Japan.
What to Order
The A Set, which comes with a choice of rice porridge and two small side dishes, is a satisfying option that works well for breakfast or a light meal.
You can choose from several types of rice porridge, such as shiitake mushroom and pork rice porridge, Japanese dashi rice porridge, century egg rice porridge, and lu rou (braised pork) rice porridge.
I ordered the Japanese dashi rice porridge.
The broth is made with bonito flakes, kelp, and dried sardines, and the rice porridge is topped with umeboshi (pickled plum), kelp, and dried small sardines.
Don’t forget to add the seasoned soft-boiled egg as a topping.
The rice porridge is full of umami and has a gentle, comforting flavor that slowly warms your body with each bite.
If you’re looking for something more filling, the B Set is also recommended.
In addition to everything in the A Set, it includes a bamboo steamer with steamed vegetables and shumai, as well as almond tofu for dessert.
It’s a healthy yet hearty option that will leave you fully satisfied.
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| The small side dishes change daily, so it’s always fun to see what you get. |
Who it’s for
Basic Information
🏠 Name: Kayuyasato（粥や佐藤）
📍 Address: 3-23-3 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
🚶♂️ Access:
🕘 Hours: 9:00 - 15:30 (L.O. 15:00)
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💴 Payment: Cash only
2. Steams（スチームス）
What kind of place is it?
The shop offers set meals featuring Taiwanese mianxian paired with steamed vegetables and steamed buns.
Mianxian is a warm dish made with thin noodles similar to somen, simmered in a thick, bonito-based broth. It’s a very popular Taiwanese street food.
The steamed vegetables and buns are made mainly with organic, low-pesticide, and pesticide-free produce.
The steamed buns, made with domestic wheat flour and rice flour, are soft and fluffy, and a great way to enjoy a nutritious meal.
What to Order
The Steams Set is an excellent value at ¥1,100 and includes a small bowl of mianxian,
one steamed bun of your choice, and steamed vegetables.
The soup also contains clams and is light and easy to drink, with mild seasoning.
If you’re not a fan of cilantro, you can ask to have it replaced with green onions.
You can choose your steamed bun from the day’s selection.
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| It’s best enjoyed with a spoon. |
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| I chose the steamed bun filled with pumpkin paste. |
Who it’s for
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| The shop is small, with about 12 seats, so it can get full during lunchtime. |
Basic Information
🏠 Name: Steams（スチームス）A 3-minute walk from Asakusa Station (Exit A1) on the Toei Asakusa Line.
🕘 Hours: Weekdays: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Last Order 3:30 PM)
🕘Weekends & Holidays: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Last Order 3:30 PM)
💤 Closed on irregular days
💴 Payment: Credit cards, electronic money, and QR code payments accepted
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3. Mei Dou Fua（美豆花）
What kind of place is it?
Mei Dou Fua is a Taiwanese teahouse that opened in August 2025.
It is the sister shop of Jia Dou Fua, a popular Taiwanese teahouse in Asakusabashi.
The nearest station is Asakusa Station on the Toei Asakusa Line.
Walk toward the Kuramae area from Exit A1, and you’ll find the shop along the way.
In addition to Taiwanese lunch dishes such as lu rou fan (braised pork rice) and ji rou fan (chicken rice), the teahouse also offers Taiwanese sweets, including their signature douhua.
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The interior has a charming atmosphere that feels like being in a traditional Taiwanese house. It’s a space that makes you want to take photos. |
What to Order
The “Mixed Douhua with Taiwanese Tea” set (¥1,000) is highly recommended.
For an extra ¥100, you can add taro balls as a topping.
The douhua comes generously topped with Taiwanese tapioca pearls, white fungus, red beans, job’s tears, and mung beans.
Made from soybeans, douhua is rich in isoflavones, nutrients known for its health benefits.
It’s delicious, good for your body, and surprisingly filling — perfect for a sweet yet satisfying break.
Who it’s for
Basic Information
🏠 Name: Mei Dou Fua（美豆花）🚶♂️ Access: A 2-minute walk from Asakusa Station (Exit A1) on the Toei Asakusa Line.
🕘 Hours: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
💤 Closed on irregular days
💴 Payment: Cash only
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4. YIFAN TAIWAN FRUIT TEA（一芳台湾水果茶）
YIFAN TAIWAN FRUIT TEA is a Taiwanese fruit tea specialty shop with over 1,500 locations worldwide.
The Asakusa Kaminarimon branch is conveniently located right outside Exit A4 of Asakusa Station on the Toei Asakusa Line.
In addition to fruit teas, the menu offers a wide variety of drinks, such as milk tea and tea lattes. When ordering, you can choose whether you want your drink hot or iced, as well as your preferred ice level and sugar levels. Ice levels can be selected from less, normal, or no ice (+¥60). Sugar levels range from 0%, 30%, 50%, 70%, to 100%. You can also add toppings for an additional ¥80. Available toppings include tapioca pearls, jasmine jelly, grass jelly, coffee jelly, red beans, black tea jelly, and oolong tea jelly.
The shop is perfect for enjoying your drink here or to-go, making it easy to enjoy Taiwanese drinks anytime. It’s an ideal stop when you need a refreshment break while sightseeing or a drink to enjoy as you walk around Asakusa.
What to Order
With so many options on the menu, first-time visitors can’t go wrong with YIFAN Fruit Tea, the shop’s No.1 best-seller. I ordered mine with less ice and 70% sweetness.
The fruit tea has a perfectly balanced sweetness and acidity, giving it a refreshing taste. It contains pieces of fresh fruit such as apples and oranges, so you can enjoy the fruit even after finishing the drink. Packed with fruit, it feels like a delicious and healthy choice.
To go with your drink, be sure to order Ji Dan Gao (Egg pancakes).
This classic Taiwanese street snack is similar to Japanese baby castella. It’s crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside — hard to stop eating!
Flavors include plain, tapioca, chocolate, cheese, red bean, and taro. Each set comes with five pieces, and each piece is quite large and satisfying. If you order it together with a drink, you’ll get ¥100 off.
Who it’s for
Basic Information
🏠 Name: YI FANG TAIWAN FRUIT TEA Asakusa Kaminarimon（一芳台湾水果茶浅草雷門店）📍 Address: 2-18-15 Kaminarimon, Taito-ku, Tokyo
🚶♂️ Access: Right outside Exit A4 of Asakusa Station on the Toei Asakusa Line
🕘Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays: 11:00–21:00
💤 Closed on irregular days
💴 Payment: Credit cards, electronic money, and QR code payments accepted
Asakusa is home to many Taiwanese food spots that are perfect for stopping by between sightseeing. The four places introduced in this article offer everything from sweets and drinks to meals, and all of them are easy to visit casually. From photogenic cafés serving authentic Taiwanese flavors to casual spots perfect for a quick break while sightseeing, Asakusa offers options to suit every situation.
While exploring Asakusa or enjoying street food, be sure to add some Taiwanese food spots to your itinerary. They’ll surely take your travel experience to the next level.
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