Having nearly completed a PhD in history before realising she was too easily distracted for the academic life, Kylie opted for librarianship and freelance research instead. The resultant state of near-constant penury makes doing things the cheapo way not just the best way but the only way. She is a lover of books, fresh notebooks, cats, noodles and excruciating puns.
So much more than just pretty handwriting, Japanese calligraphy meditative, graceful and steeped in history. This class is an introduction to this important traditional art form. In this class, you'll learn about the history and form of each …
Japan is known for sushi, but did you know how delicious traditional Japanese sweets are? This hands-on class gives you a taste of the history of Japanese sweets, and also teaches you to make two classic varities of sweet treat, …
You like to eat sushi, but have you ever tried to make it? Not as easy as it looks, is it? This workshop, followed by lunch, unlocks the gate of sushi for beginners. Get ready to roll with a hands-on class on how to make several classic sushi …
We've all heard of origami, but what's furoshiki? This workshop will walk you through the classic Japanese art pastime of origami (start folding those cranes!), and also teach you the lesser-known but equally classic art of Japan's all-purpose …
Tea in Japan is infinitely more complicated than the boil/dunk/swish/remove method used in the West, and learning the Japanese tea ceremony is a must for anyone who loves the country. This short workshop will walk you through the intricacies of …
According to Japanese folklore, folding a thousand paper cranes brings you good luck and happiness. Don't know how to fold a crane? This origami workshop is for you. You'll learn to fold more than the classic cranes in this friendly one-hour workshop.
The what, why and where of these little IC travel cards.
Everything you need to know about these handy little travel cards.
Five minutes by train from Akihabara and Ueno, the Sotetsu Fresa Inn Ochanomizu Jimbocho is surrounded by cafes and restaurants. Compact, tidy and spotlessly clean, this hotel is located in the pleasant district of Chiyoda. Nearby attractions …
Featuring free wifi throughout, luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and capsules for both men and women, the nine hours Akasaka is another fantastic option for solo travelers or small groups who want to be centrally located without breaking …
This centrally-located capsule hotel is a great choice for solo travelers who just want somewhere to sleep, without breaking the bank. Featuring free wifi, laundry facilities, lockers and luggage storage, the Nihonbashi Muromachi Bay Hotel is …
Located close to Tokyo Disneyland, the Ibis Styles Tokyo Bay offers comfortable pocket-friendly accomodation and is a short walk from Shinurayasu Station. The hotel offers room service as well as a restaurant. Wifi comes standard, along with …
Take a break from the neon wonderland and get out into these green spaces.
Katsushika Hokusai—you may not know him by name, but surely you've seen his (in)famous artworks.
The shell of history's unluckiest boat, the Daigo Fukuryu Maru, is housed in a special exhibition hall in Yumenoshima Park in Tokyo's Koto Ward. The Titanic hit an iceberg it could have avoided. The Lusitania was sunk by torpedos during a war. …
The Institute for Nature Study is a lush forest oasis smack dab in the middle of Tokyo. Enjoy 20 hectares of ponds, gardens and winding paths.
When it comes to Japanese snacks, nothing beats the humble onigiri—toothsome and cheap.
Part 2 of our quick, easy-to-digest guide to the history of Tokyo, to make your explorations that much more awesome.
A quick, easy-to-digest guide to the history of Tokyo, to make your travel that much more awesome.
