They say that Tokyo has some of the best pizza in the world. And authenticity discourse aside, it seems to me natural that a culinary destination like Tokyo and the Japanese dedication to craft would produce a phenomenal version of any food. So why not pizza? Sure, it might feel silly to go out of your way to get pizza on a trip to Japan, but the chefs and food writers are right. It is definitely worth saving one meal for pizza. And Pizza Marumo is a great place to partake in this culinary pilgrimage.

Pizza Marumo is the realized vision of Masatoshi Marumo, who trained in the art of pizza in Naples. Back in Japan, he combined the traditional Neapolitan technique with seasonal local ingredients into one of a kind creations. The thin crust with a perfect chew are the consistent foundation. The flavors range from traditional Italian (margherita) to decidedly Japanese (enter mayo, bonito and teriyaki). The restaurant itself is cozy and contemporary, with an open kitchen and a large woodfired pizza oven as the centerpiece of the space. Sit at the bar to be mesmerized by the methodical artistry of the chefs.