This museum has an extensive collection of the Brazilian African history, with multiple floors and…read moreso much to take in. It's memorizing, and if you visit São Paulo it's a must for museum lovers. Situated in the park, it also makes for a good break from the outdoors if you like.

This is a wonderful museum in a beautiful park. It's much larger than I expected. Many different…read moretypes of art and it's put together very well. It spans many generations, subjects and regions. All of the placards are in Portuguese which is unfortunate for me since I don't speak or read it but I was still very happy I came and I was able to get the essence of each piece just through observing them.

I really liked the set up of this museum. As opposed to…read morehaving artwork hanging on the wall, they were in clear glass cases in the middle of a huge room. They were organized in lines with the most recent pieces towards the front and the older pieces near the back. Because of this set up, the information about each work was on the back which makes you take the work in before knowing anything about it. There was also a good mix of Brazilian artists and more well known "classic" artists. Very cool.

Three stars because this was the most weird display of artwork. I have been to many museums across…read morethe globe. I have never seen our displayed without a label in the front. You have to look at the piece of art first then you have to go around the back to read about it. The display did not make any sense. Some of the art presented in the museum. It's interesting. They do have a lot of European pieces. However, the art display is not meeting expectations of a nice art museum.

We came here for lunch at Aizomê, which left everyone happy with terrific sushi and udon. I…read morepersonally ordered the chirashi, which was excellent and just the right size for lunch. A couple nice details were the perfectly pickled vegetable and that our sparkling water that was served in small, reusable, glass carafes -- a welcome change from all the single-use plastic. We were pleasantly surprised to find everything else that Japan House has to offer. Next to the restaurant is a seasonal exhibit which was, when we visited, about Japanese ingredients. While it was neat to see the foods I'd eaten a million times in their component forms, what really stood out was the layout of the exhibit, lighting, aesthetic, and everything else that made it pleasant in addition to being informative. We also wandered around to see textiles and ceramics for sale, and settled into a cozy little area with lots of books on many different aspects of Japanese art and other culture, there for the browsing. It's easily a place I could spend hours of enjoyment. ---------- Almoçamos no Aizomê, que tinha sushi e udon incríveis, picles de vegetais variados e água com gás, servidos em garrafas de vidro reutilizáveis ​​em vez de plástico. Meu chirashi estava excelente e do tamanho perfeito para o almoço. Mas o Japan House tinha muito mais do que o restaurante. Ao lado do restaurante, havia uma exposição sazonal sobre ingredientes japoneses com uma estética relaxante. No andar de baixo, teria tecidos e cerâmicas à venda, além de livros de arte e cultura japonesa para ler. Eu poderia passar horas e horas lá, feliz da vida.

Free entry, so why not stop in?…read more It's a Japanese cultural center that has seasonal exhibits. Currently the exhibit features ramen bowls and the eating experience of ramen. You can browse the books they have on the first floor and also buy things at their gift shop. Upstairs there is a cafe/restaurant (on the pricier side) and another exhibit. Our favorite were the really nice bathrooms that have different settings on the toilets heehee, and overall it has a very nice minimalist interior and exterior design.

My friends and I love the city. We travel a lot, go to music studios, recording studios,…read moreunderground art exhibitions in the city, shop, sit in cafes, there's nothing like ending the day around midnight when the streets calm down in a restaurant with homemade food from the best farms that soothes the stomach, strong drinks and cocktails for those who like it, with a rock band or techno DJ giving a show that is a musical delight or just watching an underground art film. Recommended dishes for those who are really hungry, lentil stew in tomato sauce or a carbs with vegetables cooked in canola juice and soup powder.

Very unique music venue with a very nice set-up for restaurant during lunch and dinner…read more It is definitely a hidden gem in the downtown São Paulo area. I wouldn't have visited if my friend didn't take me. Here is the breakdown: FOOD There are a few choices focusing in the root of Brazilian cuisine with fresh ingredients. There are a few of dishes to choose from and all of it very well presented. Good quality. SERVICE It is a very typical place of: you go to the different "stations" to get what you order. You walk in, order what you want then you go to the drinking station and then to the kitchen behind to get your food. Friendly staff and very professional. DECOR/ AMBIANCE Very cute music venue with a vintage look and feel to it. Very good choice of classical music on the background an definitely a very fun and energetic spot for food and drinks. Had a good time there. WOW FACTOR Think about a restaurant inside a music space/ old cinema feel to it. Haven't seen many places like this. OVERALL EXPERIENCE Nice spot that combines entertainment, food and great times.

One of my favorite things in Sao Paulo. Yes, it can be really hard for tourists to get to. But so…read morefun! I have been to almost 30 countries and Brazil is in the top 3 of flea markets around the world. The markets have original art like no other , great mid century modern items and a selection of fun jewelry mixed with bars serving up big boozy drinks and yummy food. Well- Embu is a WHOLE TOWN of that stuff. I went on a sunday, which I think is the big day for it. You walk the town center where the stores are with booths selling items are set up inbetween. In the park at the edge of the town center, there's the amazing artists selling their original work. The stores range from touristy knick knacks to stores selling furniture and housewares where locals actually shop. You can spend all afternoon here ( and should). Booths are set up selling ice cream and choculates also. I got there at noon and didn't leave till 5 pm. MIxed in with the shops are bars and resturants with outdoor seating and live music. I had drinks at several and was not disappointed. I had a great lunch outside at one with a huge tree sheltering the tables and a hoppin live band. Beware though, like most of Sao Paulo, the town center is VERY hilly. I walked it with a broken foot so trust me, it's steep. In the rain, I could see flooding and slippery walking. There's a famous 17th century Jesuit church there too. Its beautiful- white with blue trim - worth stopping in. It's right near the shopping so it's easy to find. I didn't see the indian museum but heard its interesting. And if you are really into war history and terrible things, Mengele is buried in Embu- although obviously not in the touristy town center. I went by car with friends from Centro and it was at least a 30-40 min drive. I think the best thing to do is talk to your hotel about what time it all starts and then get the hotel to talk to a cab about a flat rate to travel there. I think if you went when there was traffic- and believe me the traffic in Sao Paulo is horribel- it would be a very pricy cab ride there.

Embu is a village that is crawling with artisan shops and street food vendors. It is about 30 mins…read moreto an hour away from Sao Paulo, depending on traffic. Once you get to Embu, parking is a bit of a pain...there is street parking available in the hills above the market, or you can opt to park in one of the many paid lots in the area. Be prepared for a lot of walking, as there is so much to see and try! Vendors were selling a wide range of products, from Brazil souvenirs (think keychains, mugs, and shot glasses) to childrens toys, scarves and clothing, jewelry, figurines, ceramic goods, and paintings/photographs. There are also a number of street food vendors and stores selling local/regional food items and alcohol. My favorite street snack was the acai mixed with granola. The concentration of acai is much higher than the concentration of acai I've had in Hawaii, and the cold snack was very tasty and refreshing after walking around. I got acai two times while in Embu because it was so amazing! Vendors are more than happy to give you samples and let you try things on, so don't be afraid to ask! I bought several souvenirs for friends and family like magnets, small toys, soft fabric necklaces, and stone bracelets. Everything was reasonably priced, and there were many things I saw in Embu that I did not see while shopping around in Sao Paulo. If you are coming to Embu from Sao Paulo, I'd suggest planning to stay at least half a day. Walk around and explore, then go to one of the neighborhood restaurants for lunch (we chose O Garimpo), and then walk around some more to make your purchases before driving back to Sao Paulo. Have fun, buy lots, and try something new in this cute little village! TL;DR - lots of walking, parking may be difficult, and tons of products and food items to browse!

Service is superb. Food is delicious. Check out the items we ordered. Muscles were delicious…read more Humans and puta was homemade and had lots of flavor. The drinks are the best I've ever had not to mention the pice was shockingly low!!

Knowing that there was an area in São Paulo that was similar to that of a Japantown in Brazil, I…read moreknew that when I visited, I would need to check out the Museu da Imigração Japonesa located in Liberdade. I had pre-made plans to go on a walking tour earlier that day so it was an easy win and my guide was so kind in showing me directions on how to get there. The museum is about 4 levels I think of historical content. The ticket was about R$10-20 if I remember correctly. I would say be sure to arrive where you'll have enough time to see everything here! I think I had about 3 hours, but honestly could have probably used a little more if I had wanted to read everything - there is a ton if information and artifacts that were new to me that it could have taken me some time going through everything I came across. There are lots of areas that have TV screens where they have videos playing of interviews, documentary type recordings, historical storytelling recordings, etc. Each floor contains something super interesting and new - definitely saw some unexpected things while I was there and it made my experience all the more memorable. It was not too crowded when I was there so it was nice to go at my own pace and not feel overcrowded or rushed. There is also a room where there is an interactive station where you can write or draw on magical water coloring type board using a traditional Japanese brush using water. Once the water dries, the color of the board changes and appears like ink. There is also a station where you are able to do origami and another area where people can sit and view what is playing on the big screen in that same room. On the upper level, there is a small gift shop and during the time that I went back in March of this year, they were in prospects of creating a cafe that was in the remodeling stages. The museum staff were all friendly and I actually had the pleasure of having a nice conversation with one of them where I got a sense of what it was like for them to live in Brazil with Japanese heritage. This was one of the best museums dedicated to showcasing Japanese culture and what immigration to Brasil was like that I have ever been to.

If you are familiar with Brazil, you would know that the country has a sizeable Japanese descent…read morepopulation, especially in the city of Sao Paulo. This museum is about their history and is located in the neighborhood of Liberdade, where many Japanese businesses are located. It is not a big museum and I spent less than one hour there. However, I'd still recommend it to learn a bit of interesting history. The price of admission is extremely cheap, and is around 3 US dollars. You will see a lot of old artifacts and photos from the early days when the Japanese first immigrated here and exhibits that explain the history of their immigration. They came mostly as farm workers and stayed behind. Also on display is how the Japanese has influenced Brazilian culture, such as old anime toys that were sold in Brazil years ago.

This is a hidden gem in Sao Paulo. A charming and artistic bar/ restaurant. The artist and the…read morejournalist who run the restaurant is always there. Atmosphere and drinks are great. Food is ok.