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Ueno Station, right after exiting the Uguisudani exit! At first glance, the entrance facing the main street looks quite ordinary, but once you step inside and look to the left, you'll be surprised! It's gorgeous! The sparkling staircase leading down to the seating area is so glamorous! The pathway to the seating area is like a bridge, shining all the way up to the ceiling. The waitresses in their cheongsams are cute. The luxurious feel is reminiscent of the Showa era. There are two private tatami rooms available, which is great. There's actually an elevator available, so if you have a baby stroller or are a wheelchair user, it's worth asking about. Start with a craft beer for KP, and for starters, go for the recommended assorted platter by the adorable waitress in a cheongsam. She neatly arranged it for us, which was nice. When they're busy, it might be tough, but they seem willing to help with the arrangement. It might be a bit of a hassle, but sometimes you just have to ask for it. The jellyfish was delicious. This is where the high-class touch of the restaurant shows. The dim sum, mapo tofu, sweet and sour pork, spring rolls, stir-fried dishes, all delicious classics. The standout dish was the lemon and chicken dish (not sure of the name). The lemons were neatly arranged on top, with steamed chicken underneath... but between the chicken skin and meat, there was a layer of minced white fish, giving it a bouncy and delicious texture! The skin was delicious, the chicken was delicious, and the lemon sauce was delicious! The volume was impressive. The Fukahire soba we had at the end was amazing! The soup was thick and rich, with plenty of Fukahire. The flavor was intense, but it was so delicious that even though we were full, we couldn't stop eating it! It was the perfect way to end the meal and also a great snack! I shared this dish (the waitress in the cheongsam helped with the sharing), but I really wanted to have it all to myself! I heard they have a lunch set with the Fukahire soba and fried rice, so I've already promised myself to come back. I think Chinese food is best enjoyed with a large group, but for this place, I love it so much that I want to have the Fukahire soba all to myself! My Instagram ☞ @sanpocorner I love Higashi Ueno, it's my favorite! ♡