Near the JR railway, between Akihabara Station and Okachimachi Station, the closest subway station is Suehirocho on the Ginza Line. Close to the intersection of Ryogoku Bridge and Showa Street, it used to be a jazz café, I believe (not particularly popular, though…). A new restaurant has opened in the same space, but I'm curious why they are offering dishes from these two countries? **Lunch Menu:** - Asakusa Kaikara Ramen Rim Napoli (a bit pricey) - Singapore Chicken Rice (Hainanese chicken rice) - Laksa Noodles (spicy noodles with a creamy curry flavor) - an exquisite blend of spices and coconut milk. **Order:** - Singapore Chicken Rice (Hainanese chicken rice) **Flavor:** ♡♡♡ Sweetness precedes the rice ♡♡♡ The chicken broth is impressive. **Chicken:** ♡♡♡ The chicken is tender, and the sauce is ♡♡ Good balance among the three sauces ♡♡♡ Full of exotic flavors. The Thai rice is fluffy and matches the chicken’s broth flavor. The three sauces—rich soy sauce from Singapore, spicy chili sauce, and refreshing ginger sauce—enhance the taste of the Thai rice and chicken. Next time, I plan to challenge the slightly more expensive Asakusa Kaikara Ramen Rim Napoli. Thank you for the meal!

Hainan chicken rice (Singapore chicken rice) comes with a soup and a drink; I chose apple juice. The chicken rice is classic, and the chicken is juicy. It also includes cilantro, making it authentic. Additional sauces are provided, which are great for enhancing the flavor. I would love to try other dishes as well.

In mid-September, I took a morning one-station walk from Okachimachi to Akihabara. I walked along Showa Street for the first time in a while. I thought there was a coffee shop there, but when I arrived, it had turned into a different store. The name was RIMLAND. Since it was 8 a.m., of course, it was still closed. There was a wooden sign for Asakusa Kaikarou's noodles hanging outside, so I wondered if it was a ramen shop. When I peeked around, I could see a blackboard menu through the window that looked like Italian food. It was quite intriguing. I was curious, so I looked it up online and found out that it had just opened in July, offering a fusion of Italian and Singaporean cuisine. Sounds interesting. After this long introduction, I visited the restaurant the following week for lunch. It was full, but after a short wait, I was seated at the counter. On that day's lunch menu, you could choose between pasta or Hainanese chicken rice (commonly known as Singapore chicken rice). This unique offering really showed the fusion of Italian and Singaporean cuisine. Although I love Hainanese chicken rice, I decided to go with the pasta that day. The oil pasta was made with thick noodles from Kaikarou, minced meat, bok choy, and tomatoes. It was light and simple, with a gentle flavor. The meal came with an appetizer and a drink for 1,200 yen. After eating, I spoke with the owner for a bit. I told him that I really love the cuisine of Singapore and Malaysia, and he replied with a smile that there are many delicious dishes, so I should definitely come back for dinner. I took home a dinner menu as well. Along with Italian snacks and pasta, there were plenty of Asian dishes, such as stir-fried water spinach with fish sauce, shrimp in Sichuan-style miso cream, Hainanese chicken rice, rendang, bak kut teh, and more. I’m looking forward to dinner!

I had lunch at RIM Napoli in Suehirocho for 1,200 yen. There was a restaurant in Higashi-Ueno that I was interested in, but on the way there, I spotted an A-frame sign. Ah, Neapolitan pasta sounds good! I was more curious about this place, so I decided to visit the restaurant in Higashi-Ueno tomorrow instead. I entered at 11:45 AM, and there were 2 people ahead of me and 7 people who came in after. There were two types of lunch sets available (with bread/salad and drink): A, RIMLAND’s special Neapolitan pasta, and B, shrimp ragout peperoncino. I ordered the Neapolitan pasta in a regular portion and chose jasmine tea for my drink. They were offering a free large portion of Neapolitan pasta for the grand opening, but I opted not to have it since I’m on a diet for an upcoming health check… The bread and salad arrived first while I waited. It took about 8 minutes to get my order. When the Neapolitan pasta arrived, the portion was more refined than I had imagined. The noodles were thick and chewy, feeling soft yet with a good bite. There was plenty of ham in it, which made me happy. I finished it quickly, feeling satisfied but not overly full. I slightly regretted not going for the large portion. I really enjoyed my meal! Visited for lunch on August 8, 2024. No rating provided.

ID: jigenace777 Instagram ID: jigenace777 A new restaurant serving a fusion of Italian and Singaporean cuisine has opened in the former location of a dedicated coffee shop. The interior is designed in a sleek, monochromatic style with a straight counter and three tables extending deeply into the space. ◆ Napolitan (1,200 yen, tax included) Includes a baguette, salad, and a drink. The pasta is made with thick noodles from Asakusa Kaikarou. They offer free large portions, so I opted for a large serving. The salad features avocado, and I chose iced coffee as my drink. Cheese and spicy condiments are available upon request; the spicy, ethnic-style condiment is homemade. Although technically a Napolitan, it has a subtle hint of cumin that adds a touch of ethnic flavor. It’s a fusion of Japanese, Italian, and Singaporean influences, which I would describe as a "Wafu-Ita-Sing" fusion dish. (≧∀≦) Additionally, they offer natural wines. I wonder what the dinner menu is like?

Opening on July 23, 2024!! ✨ I finally tried lunch for the first time! ✌ The restaurant's recommendation is the RIM Napoli's Napolitan pasta, but since I came with a friend, I opted for the other creamy pasta dish. I’ll definitely try the Napolitan next time (laughs). The creamy pasta had a chewy texture, and the white wine sauce paired nicely—it was delicious! ✨ I learned that the noodles are from Kaikaro. I ended up eating the baguette first, but I wish I had saved some sauce to dip it in at the end! That’s definitely an option too (laughs). The restaurant particularly recommends the RIM Napoli, which uses Kaikaro’s noodles. ✌ The owner of the restaurant was very kind and had a lovely smile—she had a great laugh too (laughs). I also got a glimpse of the night menu! I’d love to come back for dinner soon! ✨

Had lunch at Rimland near the office! Surrounded by three men, I enjoyed a delicious meal! Was it Italian? Singaporean? It was a bit mysterious, but everything was tasty! I'll definitely go again!