July 11th
Tokyo to Kawaguchiko: Take a Day Trip to Fuji’s Nearest Neighbor
Bookmark this guide for a fabulous visit to one of Fuji's five lakes.
Lily Crossley-Baxter
A Brit in Tokyo with a somewhat-misguided sense of adventure, Lily finds shortcuts to fund adventures.
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July 10th
5 Summer Escapes From Tokyo
From views of hell to a Buddha you can get inside, these are worth a look ...
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July 9th
7 Quick Tips for Keeping Cool in the Tokyo Summer
Or, how not to melt.
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July 2nd
Eating with the Season: 12 Japanese Summer Foods to Try
Japanese summer foods are tasty, refreshing, light—and sometimes you have to catch it yourself! Read on for the season's top treats.
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July 1st
The Yokohama Summer Fireworks Guide
Expect smaller crowds and fewer high-rises obstructing your view than in Tokyo.
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June 22nd
Top Five Yoyogi Park Summer Festivals
Yoyogi Square in the expansive Yoyogi Park is a sure-fire place to find cultural festivals, amazing performances and new experiences
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June 19th
The Moxy
A trendy hotel going for a boutique style (but run by Marriott) close to Kinshicho station.
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June 18th
Tokyo to Okinawa: Getting to the Islands
Looking to explore the sun-kissed islands of southern Japan? Here's how to get yourself down to paradise.
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June 17th
Todoroki Valley: Tokyo’s Secret Escape
Todoroki Valley is only a 20-minute train ride from Shibuya. With bamboo trees, secret shrines and the sounds of the river, there's no better escape in town!
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June 13th
Sleeping in Fuji’s Shadow: Accommodation from Hostels to Hotels
How and where to spend a night or two near the national icon.
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May 30th
The 5-Step Guide to Being Vegetarian/Vegan in Tokyo
Being a vegan or vegetarian in Tokyo can be challenging. But we've got a 5-step guide to make it easier on those with even the strictest of diets.
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May 29th
Code Chrysalis: Reinventing Coding in Tokyo
Move to Tokyo, become a coding czar and change your life forever—it’s a pie-in-the-sky dream, right? Not when you put Code Chrysalis into the mix.
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May 25th
Sustainable Souvenir Shopping in Tokyo
Some fantastic shops that support craftmakers, focus on sustainable products and offer handmade creations that will make for meaninigful gifts.
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May 25th
An Afternoon in Gotokuji: Cats, Cafes and Retro Sento
Home of the world-famous lucky waving cat.
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May 14th
Cheap Tickets to the Robot Restaurant
Discount tickets to the infamous Robot Restaurant in Shinjuku are easy to find. Here's a quick guide to the best deals.
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May 9th
Lavish Lunches: The Best Sets in Shibuya
Try one of these delicious lunch sets in Shibuya which all come in at 1,000 yen or under!
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May 2nd
Tokyo’s Elusive Night Markets
Unlike Taiwan, Hong Kong and Korea, Japan doesn’t have much of a night market scene, but there are a few dotted around Tokyo to explore! While bars, restaurants and shops have no qualms staying open late in Tokyo, for some reason night markets […]
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April 24th
Other Than Rugby: Tackling the Basics of a Trip to Japan
Everything you need to know, lined up nicely.
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April 4th
HP and Yorkshire Tea: Where to Get a Full English in Tokyo
Eggs, bacon, sausages, mushrooms, tomatoes, beans, toast and at least two hash browns, not to mention a mug of tea to wash it down with. What is this glorious meal I describe? Why, it's a full English, with all the trimmings. Breakfast is a […]
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March 26th
The Wacky, Wonderful and Weird Museums of Tokyo
When you hear the word ‘museum’, it’s not not unusual to think of dusty displays and long-winded descriptions, but Tokyo does things differently.
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March 23rd
Three-Tiered Treats: Afternoon Tea in Tokyo
Nothing says luxury like scones, champagne and skyline views.
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March 22nd
Best Free Apps for Easy Traveling Around Japan
The best (and free) Japan travel apps: Handy help with transportation, language and getting connected to the internet.
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March 22nd
Spring Escapes: Top Day Trips from Tokyo
Must-see cherry blossom locations easily accessible from Tokyo.
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March 21st
The Best of Tokyo’s Cherry Blossom Festivals
Celebrate sakura season with beautiful blooms, street food and lively atmospheres—beginning in early February!