The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo
There are some very good reasons that most Tokyoites don't have cars---primarily great public transport, and really expensive parking. If you're considering buying a car, you may find that the exorbitant costs of parking outweigh the vehicle's …
By now, virtually everyone has heard of akiya banks and Japan's crisis of empty houses caused in part by the declining population. However, there's still a lot of confusion as to exactly what they are, how they operate, and how anyone interested …
Whether it's hitting Honshu's most famous slopes during winter or soaking in the adundance of nature during summer, Hakuba has plenty to offer throughout the entire year. Where is Hakuba? This is not as simple as you might think. The area which …
As a foreign resident of Japan, especially if you live in a big city, you might never own a car or even miss owning one. Trains, planes, buses, bikes and rental cars are all convenient and reasonably priced. Used cars often come with attractive …
For us Japan old-timers it's easy to forget just how confusing Japan's enormous rail system can be. Each of Tokyo's international airports are served by two different lines operated by two different operators that go more or less to the same …
How to order your sushi, pizza and every cuisine in between.
It's not easy finding secondhand ski and snowboard gear in Tokyo, but with a little work, you can snag some great deals! Here's where to look.
You can ride on the world's shortest escalator, visit an arcade or museum, and take a tour of the Ajinomoto Umami Science Square.
The Passive House methodology provides us with ways to reduce energy consumption and make living in our Japanese homes and apartments more comfortable.
Ventilation and COVID-19? Will Japan reach its CO2 emission reduction targets? That and more in our interview with Miwa Mori of Passive House Japan.
An interview with Matt Ketchum, co-founder of Akiya & Inaka — a consultancy that guides you through the akiya (vacant homes in Japan) purchasing process.
Handwritten signature? Too mainstream.
International travel is on the horizon with talk of a Japan vaccine passport for travelers. Here's what we know so far on what that'll look like.
Leaving Japan? Here is a list of COVID test centers in Tokyo that issue fit to fly certificates to present at airport check-in.
Exclusive rooftop cherry blossom viewing, anyone?
Tucked away in little-known corners and against Tokyo Tower views.
Tokyo's had its fair share of dark times. [Content warning: Article covers themes of violence, torture, and death.]
Where to view the Diamond Fuji phenomenon, which occurs when the rising or setting sun aligns with the peak of Mt. Fuji.
If your Japanese apartment has left you wanting for more space, check out these Tokyo self-storage services to store your infrequently used stuff.
Toranomon is not really known for having "things to do", but there are a few historical and modern hiddens gems to explore.
All you need to know about the hotly debated Go To Travel campaign.
Go on a one-day self-guided tour to see some of Tokyo's historical, cultural and architectural hot spots.
In Japan, it's not about .com—a .jp domain is where it's at!
