Asakusa Uncovered: Exploring Tokyo’s Shitamachi
It may be the global capital of modern cool these days, but even back in the Edo period, Tokyo was home to some of the …
It may be the global capital of modern cool these days, but even back in the Edo period, Tokyo was home to some of the …
So you want to get dressed up, do the whole kimono thing while you’re in Tokyo? These timeless outfits are not …
This event is now closed, and this post originally appeared on Japan Trends. Roppongi has its fair share of bright …
There are so many fantastic free events happening in Tokyo in November and December that it was tough choosing just …
This post first appeared on Japan Trends. Shibaura House is a community space in the Tokyo district of Shibaura, a …
So, you’re in Japan and you want to see a robot? You don’t have much time and can’t afford the Robot …
Think of Japan and games and you think of Akihabara. Otaku center of the world and birthplace of AKB48, maid cafes, and …
It’s that time of year again; Tokyo Game Show!!! Even though I do not consider myself to be a gamer by any extremely …
We all want to eat, pray, and love (food) like Anthony Bourdain does in his travel TV show, No Reservations. But why do …
Scattered across the underbelly of Tokyo is a chain of vintage bookstores that serve as hideouts for geeks, nerds, and …
If you happen to be hanging around Hamamatsuchō Station (JR Yamanote, Keihin-Tohoku lines) on a summer Friday evening, …
Heyyy all my Tokyo yogis (Tokyogis? No? OK, we’ll let that one go). Do you like to stretch it out but balk at the price …
This article is brought to you by the potty-mouthed crew over at Tokyo Desu. A new ride at Tokyo Summerland – infamous …
The Imperial Palace Bike Ride is a great Sunday activity, especially if you have kids. The city of Tokyo has bikes at …
Fireworks festivals in Tokyo are definitely an experience no one should miss, but they can be frustrating. Every year, …
Ever want to throw something at someone? It’s not an unusual feeling in Tokyo. But only having to pay 500 yen to …
So you’ve finally summoned up all your courage and asked out that cute coworker, you know, the shy one that is …
Work, heat and humidity got you stressed out in Tokyo? Perhaps it’s time to jump off a bridge … with a rope …
One of the many things we love about Japan is the plethora of fun holidays and festivals. Kodomo No Hi (Children’s …
As Tokyo shifts into early summer and rainy season mode, there’s an explosion of events. The next two months offer a …
It’s official – we’re two years old! To celebrate, we’ve put together a list of ten awesome …
Sometimes even the stingiest cheapo needs to buy something for someone else – and a 100-yen shop potplant or …
Google’s April fool contribution this year is the Pokemon Challenge to find their new Pokémon Master! And it …
Make the most of the pleasant weather in Tokyo this March and April with our guide to the best festivals and flowers. …