Toritake (鳥竹), Tokyo

If your parents were salary persons, this could have been their go to place.   http://s.tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1303/A130301/13001702/  

Tsurutontan (つるとんたん 六本木店), Tokyo

Very good udon.  http://s.tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1307/A130701/13001859/

MOS Burger, Tokyo

It's boss.  MOS > Maccas

Ramen Jiro, Tokyo

OK, prefer others.  

Fancy Oriental Chinese Restaurant, Box Hill

Singapore Chilli Crab - it's all about the crispy vermicelli.

Yama No Chaya, Hakone

Atmospheric ryokan, sublime kaiseki dinners, and breakfasts make sure you start the day well.

Gionhitsujikafe (祇をん ひつじカフェ), Kyoto

Wasabon sugar crispy puff; Hoji tea ice cream ; Just the right amount of sweetness.  http://s.tabelog.com/en/kyoto/A2601/A260301/26019132/

Kyoto Gogyo (京都 五行), Kyoto

Burnt... miso... ramen... ?  Sounds crazy but good in a rich, bold, in your face kind of way. http://s.tabelog.com/en/kyoto/A2601/A260201/26002029/

Katsukura (名代とんかつ かつくら 京都駅ビル店（なだいとんかつ かつくら)), Kyoto

It just melts in your mouth.  http://tabelog.com/kyoto/A2601/A260101/26001923/

Hakata Gensuke, Melbourne

Tsukemen would have been alright if I hadn't been spoilt by the standards in Japan only 2 weeks ago... Just not quite the same. Interesting idea with the hot pot option though.

Sukiya (すき家 円町店), Kyoto

Not again, but i suppose the chain of shops says it ain't that bad.  http://s.tabelog.com/en/kyoto/A2601/A260203/26018445/

Akagakiya (赤垣屋), Kyoto

The local.   http://s.tabelog.com/en/kyoto/A2601/A260302/26001072/

Salon De The Au Grenior D'or, Kyoto

Cute, petite desserts.  http://www.ladyironchef.com/2013/10/kyoto-best-dessert-shops/

Nobu, Melbourne

It's been a while... And they still got it.

King of the Roast, Oakleigh South

Generous, quality roasts, served with a side of charm.

Daiichiasahi Honke (第一旭本店), Kyoto

A clean, soy based ramen that's very tasty.  http://thecitylane.com/kyoto-food-guide/ ; http://s.tabelog.com/en/kyoto/A2601/A260101/26000873/

Ootoya, Universal Studios, Osaka

BAU goodness - katsu don, egg just cooked.  

Osaka Takoyaki Museum, Universal Studios, Osaka

Threesome: original, salt, tempura crisps.

Mel's Drive-In, Universal Studios, Osaka

Classic theme park burger.

Japan Food Map 2015 and Quick Tips

This is the map I used for my recent trip to Japan bit.ly/1KX7ASU.  It was created using various sources on the net.  Most points have additional information such as the sourced site.  Please check tabelog.com to confirm opening hours, estimated costs and exact location.  

Also, other quick tips:

- Get a SIM or a pocket WiFi device, made traveling Japan so much easier!

- With the GPS and internet, Google Maps got us around

- Google Translate app saved my non speaking ass

- Hyperdia is awesome for navigating the train system

Hope you find this useful!  :D

Gyunabe M (Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M), Osaka

Matsusaka beef is freakin awesome.  http://www.matsusaka-projects.com/english/place.php

Gion Kinana (祇園きなな), Kyoto

Kinana ice cream - roasted soy bean mmmmmmm  http://www.ladyironchef.com/2013/10/kyoto-best-dessert-shops/

Omen (おめん 高台寺店), Kyoto

Classic udon and seasonal noodles.  http://s.tabelog.com/en/kyoto/A2601/A260301/26018201/  

Royal Hawaiian, Osaka

Do the steak, not the roast beef.

Kyuushuuramenkiou (九州らーめん 亀王 梅田総本店), Osaka

A less intense tonkotsu broth but it's the caramelisation on char siu that makes it so good. http://s.tabelog.com/en/osaka/A2701/A270101/27001911/

Genrokuzushi (元禄寿司 道頓堀店), Osaka

Cheap sushi train, about average. http://s.tabelog.com/en/osaka/A2701/A270202/27017693/

Dotonbori Konamon Museum, Osaka

Tourist fun.  http://www.osaka-info.jp/en/facilities/cat3/post_403.html