It’s safe to say that Edo Lopez runs Mexico City’s burgeoning Japanese scene—and it is a scene. Over the last decade, matcha cafés, izakayas, and even a Japanese–style ryokan boutique hotel have cropped up on the north side of town. Despite being born in Tijuana, Lopez’s group, Edo Kobayashi, presides over “Little Tokyo.” All of his spots are great, including his ramen restaurant, yakitori restaurant, and fine-dining restaurant, but the best is undoubtedly Sushi Kyo, which is dedicated to omakase. It’s located just behind the popular French restaurant Havre 77, in Juárez, and serves up the best tuna, mackerel, and salmon in town. The bar only fits 13, so we recommend booking seats in advance. —Elena Clavarino

Elena Clavarino is the Senior Editor at AIR MAIL