Originally Posted by
robyng
The first sentence is not exactly true. We've traveled/dined extensively on the west coast of north America (Vancouver to Los Angeles and just about most points in between). Also in other cities in north America with good Chinese food. I'm looking forward to having some in Toronto in June (don't know the caliber of the restaurants there though - haven't been to Toronto in decades).
OTOH - the Chinese food where we live is totally awful - won't eat it at a restaurant (except for one take-out place near our house which does an acceptable job - gentlemen's C at best - and that is being generous). So I'm not holding out for China in terms of eating Chinese food. Note that the last time I recall having Chinese food outside north America was in Paris (maybe 20 years ago) - and it was as dreadful as the Chinese food at home (although a lot more expensive). Robyn
Especially since you are not sure you will travel to China in the future, I really think having Chinese food on this trip is something to seriously consider. Even if these restaurants are "sub-par" according to some of the cognoscenti on this forum, I am sure you will enjoy them as I do.
Also I notice you said you might eat at the hotel a few times. If so, then you really would have nothing to lose by forgoing one of those meals in favor of having Chinese food. Some of the Chinese restaurants I have recommended as well as others are a very short cab ride from FS Marunouchi. Having Chinese once on a week-long trip does not have to come at the expense of any of your important Japanese meals. I think 5khours' checklist would be an excellent plan.