Soul Grill
Just a five-minute walk from Hachioji Station in Tokyo, Soul Grill is a genuine American burger joint that has also become a fan pilgrimage spot for the anime Hibi wa Sugiredo Meshi Umashi (Days Go By, But the Food Is Delicious). The patties are made from a blend of five different cuts of beef, slowly grilled over charcoal for a juicy, savory char, and guests praise the flavor of the house-made bacon and pickles. The menu runs from the enormous Fatboy to a classic bacon cheeseburger, each served with coleslaw and fries, while the mac and cheese and vanilla shake are popular on the side. Many diners single out the balance of melted cheese and a thick, meaty patty as the best they have had, and vow to return again and again.