Plate & Taste at MEALS ARE DELIGHTFUL — Design-Forward Lunch & Tableware Hunt (Okushibuya)

Quick Overview

In 45–75 minutes, enjoy a seasonal set meal or dessert at MEALS (2F) served on Marumitsu Poterie plates, then pop downstairs to DISHES (1F) to "hunt" the exact tableware you just used. Staff provide a brief English explanation; you leave with photos, a favorite plate (optional purchase), and a sharper eye for Japanese table styling.

Where/When: MEALS ARE DELIGHTFUL (DISHES 1F shop + MEALS 2F café), 1-17-5 Tomigaya, Shibuya. 8 min from Yoyogi-Koen / Yoyogi-Hachiman. Hours: DISHES 11:00–19:00; MEALS lunch 11:30–17:00, dessert & drinks from 14:30 (weekends from 15:00). Closed Wed. MEALS reservations: only the 11:30 opening slot is bookable; otherwise walk-in.

What You'll Do

• Order & Taste (20–40 min): At MEALS (2F), choose the seasonal "Monthly Meals" set or a dessert & drink. Note the plate/bowl names on the menu cards or ask staff (basic EN)
• Photo & Style (5–10 min): Snap your plating—MEALS intentionally showcases Studio M'/SOBOKAI ware with seasonal food styling
• Tableware Hunt (15–20 min): Head to DISHES (1F) and find the exact items you used; browse ~1,500 pieces arranged by theme and season
• Optional Add-On (5 min): Pick up your favorite plate/cup to take home, or just window-shop—no purchase required

What's Included

• Self-guided activity map (these steps)
• Café seating at MEALS (order separately) and access to the 1F tableware showroom
• Basic English support from staff (ordering/product names)

Perfect For

• Design lovers, foodies, couples, solo travelers; rainy-day plans near Yoyogi Park; anyone curious about Japanese tableware & plating

Need-to-Know

• Price Guide (pay as you go): MEALS set/dessert & drink typically ¥1,000–¥1,999 at the café; shop items priced individually
• Closed: Wednesdays
• Café location: 2F of the same building as the shop (1F); arrive a few minutes before 11:30 if you want a bookable slot
• Concept: The concept ties food with plates—expect seasonal, home-style dishes and thoughtful plating

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