Yangxiang Ajibo

Ueno & Yanesen


Lamb isn't a common meat on Tokyo's menus, but at this casual eatery specialising in the cuisine of northeastern China, it's the raison d'etre. Sample it served as grilled chops, on skewers, in luscious dumplings and as a base for the peppery broth used for ramen.


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