What to order at Shinjuku Memory Lane late stalls

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Motsuyaki offal skewers
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Cash only. After 23:00 the alley shifts to the late shift; counters seat four to six.
CuisineStreet food
Price¥
HoursMost stalls 23:00-05:00
The dishMotsuyaki offal skewers
PaymentCash only
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Tip: Cash only. After 23:00 the alley shifts to the late shift; counters seat four to six.

Location

Address: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan

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