The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo
Japan’s postal system can be a headache for the uninitiated, and it’s just gotten more complicated with the phasing out …
Designer manhole covers are a thing in Japan, and there are hundreds of Pokémon-themed ones across the country. …
Set in Tokyo in 1999, Tokyo Vice is an antidote to all those cartoonish, over the top depictions of Tokyo, like in the …
TV drama Tokyo Vice is based on the real-life story of American-journalist-in-Japan Jake Adelstein. It’s set in 1999 …
Japan’s system of tolled expressways can get you to most places that you want to go, and there’s no doubt …
We're not featherless bipeds for nothing! Put your feet to good use and save money by walking between central stations …
As one of the most popular destinations in every Tokyo guidebook, Asakusa is home to a good number of shrines, temples, …
Missed last train? Have too much luggage in tow for public transportation? A step-by-step guide to catching a taxi in Tokyo.
Tamjai SamGor Mixian (“SamGor”) is a fast casual restaurant from Hong Kong specializing in mixian (rice noodles), with …
Updated with the latest rules & regulations, as well as resources.
The mostly flat, utilitarian cityscape of Tokyo doesn’t lend itself to an abundance of romantic spots, but they …
What of hanami picnics if cherry blossom festivals are canceled (again)?
Hanami hikes are the best kinda hikes.
Leaving Japan? Here's what you need to take care of before you go. A guide to tax, closing accounts, and the other …
With over 100 wild species of ornamental cherry trees and up to 600 cultivars in Japan, there's a lot more variety in …
Easy to find and often covered by Japanese health insurance, kampo is worth knowing about.
If you’re a second language learner, you might agree that the nervous excitement of starting a conversation is …
The good news: foreigners can rent apartments in Japan. The bad news? It can be hard to do so. We’ve combined our …
Catching COVID-19 while in Japan is a traveler's nightmare, especially if you have no or limited Japanese ability. …
It can be a great feeling when you hop onto Tokyo Sayonara Sales or even Craigslist and manage to bag a great dresser …
Adopting a rescued dog or cat in Tokyo rather than buying a pet from a puppy or kitten mill is the way to go.
Hundreds of new energy providers have popped up. Which Tokyo energy company is cheapest? And how to change providers?
If you’ve never owned a car, or it’s been a few years since you owned a car, it’s easy to forget the …
Partly from pandemic boredom and partly as an attempt to broaden my horizons, I too have joined the anime popularity …