Sushi Kanesaka, Tokyo

First Michelin star sushi restaurant.  That feeling of having been in economy all your life then getting a taste of business class.  Can't go back now..... http://www.sushi-kanesaka.com  

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.