Rare U.S. Chain Locations in Japan
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a Shake Shack in Japan?
Yes — Shake Shack has 11+ locations in Japan across Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto, including spots in Shinjuku, Shibuya, Roppongi, and Ebisu.
Is there a Taco Bell in Japan?
Yes — Taco Bell has 10 confirmed locations in Japan, spread across Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, and Chiba, with two locations in Shibuya alone.
Is there a Panda Express in Japan?
Yes — Panda Express has 9 locations in Japan, including outlet malls in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Osaka, and Okinawa, plus two US military base locations.
Does Hooters still exist in Japan?
Only one Hooters location remains in Japan. Hooters Japan filed for bankruptcy in 2019 and closed all but its Ginza, Tokyo location, which is still open as of 2026.
Is there an Outback Steakhouse in Japan?
Yes — Outback Steakhouse has 4 locations in Japan, all in Tokyo: Shibuya, Ikebukuro, and two in Shinagawa (Takanawa and Konan). It's a sit-down restaurant, so budget more time than a typical fast food stop.
Is Shakey's Pizza still in Japan?
Yes — Shakey's Pizza has 2 remaining locations in Tokyo, in Ikebukuro and Shinjuku (the Shibuya location permanently closed in February 2025). Shakey's nearly disappeared in the US but thrived in Japan, known for its all-you-can-eat pizza and potato buffet.
Is there a Hard Rock Cafe in Japan?
Yes — Hard Rock Cafe has 2 locations in Japan: Roppongi in Tokyo, and Universal CityWalk Osaka. Both offer the classic Hard Rock experience with rock memorabilia, a full bar, and comfort food.
Is Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. in Japan?
Yes — Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. has 3 locations in Japan: two in Tokyo (Tokyo Dome City LaQua and LaLaport Toyosu) and one at Universal CityWalk Osaka, the same complex as the Hard Rock Cafe there.
What American chains are at Narita or Haneda airport?
Narita Airport has McDonald's, Starbucks, Subway, and Shake Shack (its first Japanese airport location, opened September 2025) across Terminals 1 and 2. Haneda Airport has Starbucks, Subway, and McDonald's in Terminals 1 and 2, though Terminal 3 (the main international terminal) has no major US chains past security.