The Pizza Bar On 38th Tokyo

The Pizza Bar On 38th sits on 2 Chome, Nihonbashimuromachi, a five-minute walk from the Mitsukoshi Main Store. It holds a spot at no. 3 on the 50 Top Italy list of the world's best pizzerias.

The room runs smart and elegant, but the real distinction is the focus. Most pizzerias in Tokyo treat the oven as a shortcut, but here, the Italian menu receives the kind of technical precision usually reserved for high-end sushi counters. It is a more deliberate, quiet experience than the frantic pace of the kitchens near the Imperial Palace East Garden. By stripping away the usual chaos of a popular pizzeria, the chefs allow the ingredients to dictate the rhythm of the meal. It is a rare find for those who prefer their crust with ceremony.