The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo
I wish someone much cooler than myself had told me about Shimokitazawa when I first moved to Japan, because the novelty of Shibuya can wear off mighty quick and there is really only so much gaudy crap you can buy […]
If you’re a freelancer, a location independent entrepreneur or you just need a space where you can concentrate and get some work done, then the Open Source Cafe in Shimokitazawa is worth a look. While not as cheap as a […]
The cheapest clothes in Tokyo tend to come from second-hand shops, but used clothing isn’t for everyone. I’ve met plenty of perfectly awesome and sincere Cheapos who never buy used clothing. Used clothing may have “soul,” but they also have […]
Asking locals in Tokyo for advice on a good, affordable place to live in Tokyo is usually an exercise in futility. Tokyo is so damn big that people can only give you their opinions on the area immediately around where they […]
Finding a great burger that doesn’t cost a crazy amount in Tokyo is no easy task! In the recently published The Burger Map Tokyo, there were over 40 shops listed, and those were just the ones considered “the best of […]
Scattered across the underbelly of Tokyo is a chain of vintage bookstores that serve as hideouts for geeks, nerds, and other otaku. The shops are stocked to the ceiling with character T-shirts, odd sunglasses, weird wigs, clocks, dishes, buttons, merch, lava lamps, and […]
Tokyo may seem shiny-shiny and new – and parts of it are. It can feel like everyone has new stuff all the time and you certainly wouldn’t be the first one to look, agape, at what people are putting on […]
Don Pizza, Shimokitazawa is permanently closed. ‘There is love in the world,’ announces a sign on the front door of Don Pizza. Well, that certainly rings true if the world you are talking about has crusty pizzas for 500 yen […]
Go vinyl-hunting at these cheapo-approved record shops—all conveniently located in the trendy Shimokitazawa neighborhood.
Perfect if you consider yourself a bit of a Sherlock, it combines storytelling, comedy and elements of the Spanish Inquisition to create a surprisingly fun and friendly night of entertainment.
A general info guide on women's health in Tokyo. Where to go for English-speaking clinics + what to expect in terms of birth control, Plan B, pregnancy tests, abortions, etc.
A hilarious all-female-run Tokyo comedy and charity night that'll have you feeling good in more ways than one.
Where to go when you need a cuppa and connectivity.
Your guide to the perfect summertime weekend activities in Tokyo—some of them uniquely Japanese.
If you're in Japan long enough to start missing your favorite foods, fear not, these Tokyo import stores are stocked!
It’s a great season to sip a drink at a Tokyo terrace bar/cafe while reading a book or chatting with friends. Here are the top chill choices.
Check out the many open-mic and art nights in Tokyo — a great way to be entertained, get creative and meet new people!
The best coffee spots in the city with reasonable prices and oftentimes free wifi.
Know the right neighborhoods so you can party like a local.
More hip things to do in Shimokitazawa than you can shake a stick at. Visit Tokyo's trendiest neighborhood for shopping, sweets, people-watching & more!
Which Tokyo coworking spaces offer the best combination of facilities, price, and convenience?
Tokyo is big — narrow down where to stay by your needs and interests.
Navigating mental health resources here can be daunting, but there is support available.