Step Into Pavilion KL’s Tokyo Street to Try ‘Ice Cream Noodles’, Try on a Yukata, Watch a Kendo Demo, and More

If you’ve visited any Japanese restaurant, you’ve probably spotted a maneki neko, the ‘lucky cat’. This popular Japanese figurine is believed to bring good luck, prosperity, and fortune, and you’ll find it everywhere for Tokyo Street’s 13th anniversary.

Visitors can explore maneki neko-themed decorations and take selfies with a six-foot-tall statue. The showcase also features a variety of mini maneki neko designs. There is also a ‘Maneki Neko Matsuri’ art exhibition by Malaysian artist Chun Yu, showcasing playful forms of the lucky cat. The area is adorned with colourful maneki neko-printed lanterns, floor stickers, flags, and figurines.

Best stores & restaurants

If you haven’t visited Tokyo Street and are wondering what there is to see there, here’s our pick of the best five stalls and restaurants, which sit alongside photobooths, trinket shops, jewellery stores, and yummy restaurants.

If you need a bit of luck in your life, here’s where to go: it’s solely dedicated to the maneki neko. Tastefully handcrafted lucky cats are available here as trinkets and charms, making perfect housewarming gifts.

Haru To Natsu

If you’ve wondered what Japan smells like but have never been there, this is the next best thing. This store has everything to make your home smell amazing: house fragrances, aromatherapy candles, and scented diffusers.

You might’ve tasted okonomiyaki before in Malaysia, but this is probably one of the best spots to go (it used to be located in Lot 10). Resident teppan specialist and chef Takeshi Wada prepares each okonomiyaki with care, and it is served alongside yakiniku, yakisoba, teppan set meals, and multi-course meals.

Bubu Kōbō’s

You’ve probably seen these curious-looking ice creams on TikTok but haven’t tasted them (unless you’ve been to Japan). This place serves up the Japanese mont blanc dessert, which looks like noodles in ice cream form. With four flavours to choose from, Bubu Kōbō combines a base of sponge cake or meringue, topped with layers of crisps, flakes, and puree of your choice to create the decadent dish. Yum! We personally tried out the Kuri flavour and loved how nutty it tasted.

Matcha Hero Kyoto

Matcha Hero Kyoto is your one-stop shop to satisfy all your matcha needs. Taste the richness of Japanese green tea ice cream and drinks made from Marukyu Koyamaen green tea to further immerse yourself in the celebration of Tokyo Street’s 13th anniversary. From freshly made teas and carefully crafted ice creams, it’s the perfect spot to get your dose of matcha.

True fans of Japan all own a kimono and yukata, right? You can also dress up for a special occasion with their special garments for men, women, and children. You can also take pictures at Studio 808’s photo booth. Say ‘konnichiwa’!

A quick stroll through Tokyo Street is sure to leave you hungry with the delicious aromas from the various restaurants in the precinct. With favourites such as Sushi Zanmai which has hundreds of Japanese dishes to choose from. We got to try some of their delicious August specials including the Spider Crab roll, Chicken Katsu Teppan rice, as well as the must haves such as the tuna and salmon sashimi.

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